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Bread just may be my favorite food (my favorite food group is, without a doubt, carbs!). I am happy to eat bread with butter or even plain, but my favorite is bread with dipping oil.

My husband and I have enjoyed it at restaurants but haven’t found a store-bought kind we like nearly as much, so we decided to make our own! This easy bread dipping oil recipe is so easy to make and uses everyday pantry items.

The gluten-free olive oil dip is made with extra virgin olive oil (read about the health benefits of olive oil), freshly grated Parmesan cheese, minced fresh garlic, dried basil and dried oregano. You could add some crushed red pepper flakes for a little heat or even a few grinds of fresh cracked black pepper. 

Not only is this easy Italian bread dip recipe good for serving with dinner (especially pasta!), but could also be put out as a party food at your family get-togethers. Put a bowl of the dip on a platter with a loaf of fresh bread, bread cubes or crostini, and watch what happens. 

Cuisine: Italian
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 1/2 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano

Here's how to make it: 

1. Pour olive oil into a small bowl suitable for dipping. Add 1 1/2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese and stir. (I vote 1 1/2 tablespoons of grated Parmesan, but my hubby votes 2 tablespoons. But add as much as you like!)
2. Add garlic, basil and oregano. Stir until all ingredients are well combined.
3. Add another 1/2 tablespoon Parmesan, if desired. Add some crushed red pepper flakes for a little spice. Serve with your favorite bread for dipping.

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