Thursday, June 6, 2013

Tuscan Dipping Oil


             Ever go into your favorite Italian restaurant and the one thing you crave more than
             anything is the bread and oil? Well, that's me too. I welcome it with open arms and
             by the time dinner comes I'm full and I wouldn't have it any other way.


        Pull up a seat and have a beverage and enjoy this easy appetizer. You can dip your
        favorite vegetables in the oil as well.

                                                                Tuscan Dipping Oil

                                                                1/3 cup good quality olive oil
                                                                1 teaspoon pepper
                                                                1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
                                                                1 teaspoon garlic powder
                                                                1 teaspoon salt
                                                                1 teaspoon dried oregano
                                                                1 teaspoon dried rosemary
                                                                1 teaspoon dried parsley
                                                                1 teaspoon dried basil
                                                                1 garlic clove, minced
                                                                1 loaf crusty bread

            1 ) Mix everything in a medium size plate and dip your favorite bread and veggies.
         
                      " Note - Sometime's I like to grate some fresh Parmesan on top of the oil "

45 comments:

  1. LisaMarieJune 6, 2013 at 3:58 PM

    THat sounds delicious!!!!

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  2. Lisa @ Shine Your LightJune 6, 2013 at 4:09 PM

    Yum. We love dipping oil in this house. What kind of OO do you use?

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  3. EricaJune 6, 2013 at 4:11 PM

    Heck yah! Best part of an Italian restaurant!! This looks so delicious!

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  4. Simply LKJJune 6, 2013 at 4:12 PM

    Yum! We have a fish restaurant that we begged for their recipe from and use it all the time. Give me bread, dipping oil and a starter salad, and I am all set...forget the main course! LOL

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  5. The Hall FamilyJune 6, 2013 at 4:30 PM

    Ah, there you are and with a delish post! Absolutely love stuffing myself with bread and a dip :) xo

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  6. Jennifer @ Delightfully NotedJune 6, 2013 at 4:36 PM

    Bread and dipping oil is one my favorite parts of going to an Italian restaurant!! You're making me hungry with those pics.

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  7. meganJune 6, 2013 at 4:46 PM

    Mmm I am making this this weekend while it's all nasty and rainy outside.

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  8. UnknownJune 6, 2013 at 5:03 PM

    OMG that looks so delicious ... I already picture pairing it with some wine, grapes, and cheeses, yum!!

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  9. Katie {Miss Dixie}June 6, 2013 at 5:45 PM

    I am always full by the time dinner comes around, but I just cant help myself! your recipe sounds perfect!

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  10. Alycia MealyJune 6, 2013 at 7:09 PM

    Yum !!

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  11. CarlyJune 6, 2013 at 7:42 PM

    Oh yum! I was craving bread and olive oil today.....this looks AMAZING!

    Carly
    www.lipglossandcrayons.com

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  12. UnknownJune 6, 2013 at 9:18 PM

    This looks so good! Definitely going to try making it =)

    <3 Kelly's Kouture

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  13. AnonymousJune 7, 2013 at 6:18 AM

    wooohooo

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  14. TraciJune 7, 2013 at 7:52 AM

    I love this stuff so much but I've never been sure of how to make it. Thanks!!

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  15. KrisJune 7, 2013 at 9:37 AM

    Yummy! We are bread dippers here!!! Love to dip good bread into yummy concoctions!
    You always inspire the chef in me.
    Love your comments on my blog too!
    xo Kris

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  16. Tiffany KadaniJune 7, 2013 at 10:38 AM

    This looks and sounds like all kind of amazing. Perfect for a dinner al fresco.

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  17. Your Southern PeachJune 7, 2013 at 7:01 PM

    Been so long since I've had this!!! So simple. Why I don't do it more often is beyond me!

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  18. Ashley @ Wishes and DishesJune 7, 2013 at 8:38 PM

    Such gorgeous photos!! My husband and I love dipping our Italian bread in dips like this :) Way better than buttered bread, in our opinion!

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  19. MarinaJune 8, 2013 at 4:19 AM

    This is simply mouthwatering!!

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  20. UnknownJune 8, 2013 at 9:42 AM

    Really there is nothing better than this!! YUM!

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  21. Dining AloneJune 8, 2013 at 9:55 AM

    This is one of Tom and I's favorite appetizers, so simple but so delicious. I will have to make this at home, thanks for the recipe.

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  22. LVJune 8, 2013 at 3:19 PM

    This is one of my absolutely favorites. I always look so forward to this at Italian restaurants.

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  23. LVJune 8, 2013 at 3:23 PM

    This is one of my absolutely favorites. I always look so forward to this at Italian restaurants.

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  24. Elle SeesJune 9, 2013 at 6:02 PM

    yes yes yes! i bought little bowls just for this!!!

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  25. DebbiedoosJune 9, 2013 at 7:23 PM

    Delicious! Great for this time of year and party time!

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  26. CathleenJune 9, 2013 at 9:53 PM

    That is totally me at an italian restaurant. I would definitely fill up on this, this looks great!

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  27. CourtneyJune 10, 2013 at 5:35 AM

    Perfect recipe, I could make dipping oil a meal;)

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  28. Georgia | The Comfort of CookingJune 10, 2013 at 8:45 AM

    I obsess over this stuff at Italian restaurants, and love to make it at home! Great recipe, Val. Add parmesan cheese to the oil next time you make it... heaven!

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  29. ShaunaJune 10, 2013 at 11:13 PM

    My kids love dipping oils. One of their favorite things is oil and vinegar with good bread. This I will try. Miss you and much love to you! I suspect you are loving summer there in Malibu... :) Take care,

    Shauna xo

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  30. Kitchen BelleiciousJune 11, 2013 at 6:41 PM

    Oh my second son would go crazy for this. HE will eat anything if he can dip it in something so I am thinking brussel sprouts with this dipping oil? LOL! Kidding but seriously do you think it would work:)))

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  31. SavoringTime in the KitchenJune 11, 2013 at 6:56 PM

    I love making my own bread dipping oils. This recipe sounds wonderful. What is it about bread and herbed oil that is so wonderful!?

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  32. Valerie@chateaualamode.typepad.comJune 11, 2013 at 10:20 PM

    You know what...I have never made my own dipping oil. Seems hard I guess? Anyway, this looks amazing and I'm sure I can handle it :) I will definitely try this.

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  33. Valerie's KitchenJune 12, 2013 at 9:20 AM

    This and a little wine is all I need!

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  34. JacquelineJune 12, 2013 at 9:59 PM

    Yes, yes, yes! The same with Mexican and chips and salsa. When we go to a favorite Italian restaurant I would just as soon eat just the bread and skip right to dessert. This sounds wonderful and my whole family loves to dip, dip, dip!

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  35. ericaJune 13, 2013 at 12:55 PM

    I love restaurants who serve dipping oils so I will definitely have to give this recipe a try. Thanks so much for sharing. xx

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  36. Anna and Liz RecipesJune 13, 2013 at 6:58 PM

    Hey Val - great idea and healthy too!

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  37. UnknownJune 14, 2013 at 7:19 AM

    mmm, amazing. I'm going to make that this weekend!

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  38. Bianca @ Confessions of a ChocoholicJune 17, 2013 at 5:59 PM

    If you're talking about Bertucci's, I know what you mean hehehe. This looks great! I wish I had a loaf of crusty bread and this dipping oil right now!

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  39. TaylorJune 17, 2013 at 6:27 PM

    that looks amazing!!!!!
    I can totally be a bread-aholic! haha

    laviedetaylor.blogspot.com

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  40. UnknownJune 18, 2013 at 12:36 PM

    yum yum! I'm definitely going to try this!
    :) Liz @ www.rusticpeach.com

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  41. UnknownJune 24, 2013 at 3:51 PM

    that looks amazing for a summer party!

    xo SideSmile,
    Ashley

    SideSmile Style

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  42. Martha from MaltaJune 27, 2013 at 11:30 AM

    Honestly this is one of the best meals ever! So simple yet satisfying! I constantly snack on fresh crunchy bread, olive oil and fresh produce such as tomatoes and basil!

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  43. Jamie KubeczkaJune 28, 2013 at 9:10 AM

    This sounds amazing.. hope you're enjoying summer in Cali!

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  44. AnonymousAugust 5, 2013 at 4:58 PM

    How long does it last? Is there a way to can it to make it last to be able to give for gifts

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  45. DanielleNovember 10, 2013 at 4:13 PM

    This dip is SOOO delicious!! I made a triple batch of it today and basted my chicken with it before grilling on my panini griddle. It was the BEST chicken I have ever had!
    Thank you for this recipe, I am also making batches of it for Christmas gifts this year!

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