Olive Oil Dip with Warm Bread
Description
This is that classic restaurant-style dip: fruity extra-virgin olive oil pooled on a plate with herbs, garlic, and a hint of heat, perfect for tearing off pieces of warm bread and soaking it all up. It’s simple, elegant, and takes just a couple of minutes to make, but feels special every time.
Ingredients
For the dip:
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½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
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1–2 cloves garlic, very finely minced or grated
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1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
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½ teaspoon dried basil (optional if not in your Italian mix)
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½ teaspoon dried oregano (optional)
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¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for a little heat)
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¼ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon black pepper
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1–2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar or lemon juice (optional, for brightness)
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1–2 tablespoons grated Parmesan (optional but very good)
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Fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional, for topping)
For serving:
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Warm crusty bread (French baguette, ciabatta, or sourdough), sliced
Instructions
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