Spicy Oil and Vinegar Bread Dip

97 Reviews

Prep: 10 min
Ready In: 8 hr 10 min

“This recipe is fantastic with warm crusty Italian bread, or any other bread for that matter! Use extra virgin olive oil and really good aged balsamic vinegar. For best results, make a day ahead and store in the refrigerator so flavors can meld.” - by Janice

Ingredients

1 cup extra virgin olive oil
2/3 cup aged balsamic vinegar
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 tablespoons dried basil
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

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Directions

In a bottle with a lid, mix the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, basil, oregano, thyme, kosher salt, and pepper. Seal bottle, and refrigerate mixture 8 hours, or overnight. Shake well before serving. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (12 total)

Calories
180 cal
9%

Fat
18.8 g
29%

Carbs
2.8 g
< 1%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Reviews (97)

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michelle9491

Jun. 14, 2006

"I make this all the time and usually dont have time to do it overnight, so if you are in a hurry add about 2 tablespoons of butter and microwave for 1 minute. The addition of butter seems to hold it ..." See moreall together. Also I add about a teaspoon of rosemary to it. Wonderful recipe if you like basalmic vinegar which I love."

Mustardseed

Oct. 17, 2006

"This IS delicious but I recommend making the seasoned Balsamic Vinegar in advance, holding back the extra virgin olive oil until ready to serve. For each 3 teaspoon serving of seasoned vinegar add 4 t..." See moreeaspoons of extra virgin olive oil, not necessarily mixed together well."

Kim H.

Jul. 20, 2006

"Great recipe. Been looking for it after I had it at a restaurant. Its great if you add 2 to 3 tbsp of parmesan cheese in the dip as well!..." See more"

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