Spicy Mediterranean Bread Dipping Oil Recipe With Parmesan & Garlic Sauces/Condiments

One of my favorite things at an Italian restaurant is when they serve hot, fresh bread with olive oil for dipping. There's just something tearing off a piece of bread and soaking it in good-quality olive oil that's flavored with herbs and garlic. Mmm.

Recently, I was served a spicy olive oil dip for bread that had crushed red pepper flakes, garlic, herbs and Parmesan cheese. The hint of spiciness added a new depth of flavor – and who doesn't love Parmesan cheese? Serve this easy Mediterranean dipping oil with bread to start a great meal, or brush it on chicken, fish or shrimp when cooking or grilling.

Cuisine: Italian
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: Makes about 3/4 cup

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 – 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (or to taste)
• 2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese

Here's how to make it:

1. Combine all the ingredients in a bowl.  
2. Add black pepper and sea salt, to taste. 

Note: If you have time, let the mixture sit for a while to infuse more flavor into the olive oil.

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