Olive Oil Dip with Warm Bread 🫒🍞
This Olive Oil Dip with Warm Bread is the ultimate appetizer or snack. A rich blend of extra virgin olive oil, garlic, herbs, and a hint of heat—perfect for dipping warm, crusty bread!
Ingredients:
For the Olive Oil Dip:
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced or grated
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
For the Warm Bread:
1 loaf of crusty bread (such as baguette or ciabatta), sliced into pieces
Instructions:
For the Olive Oil Dip:
Prepare the Olive Oil Dip:
In a small bowl, combine the extra virgin olive oil, minced or grated garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper.
Stir well to combine all ingredients and allow the flavors to infuse for at least 10 minutes. The longer it sits, the more the flavors meld together.
Serve:
Pour the olive oil mixture into a shallow dipping dish or bowl for easy dipping.
For the Warm Bread:
Warm the Bread:
Slice the bread into bite-sized pieces and wrap in foil, or arrange slices on a baking sheet.
Warm in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 5-10 minutes until the bread is warm and slightly crispy on the outside.
Serve:
Serve the warm bread alongside the olive oil dip for dipping. Enjoy the simple but incredibly delicious combo!
Serve & Enjoy:
This dip is perfect for sharing with friends and family, or as an appetizer for any meal.
Pair with your favorite wine or enjoy it as a light snack! 🫒🍞