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Tastes of Italy Bread Dipping Mix

Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Keyword bread dipping seasoning, gift in a jar, homemade dip mix, italian herb blend, olive oil bread dip
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 9 tablespoons
A dry Italian herb and spice blend ground together and kept in a jar. Stir a tablespoon into olive oil for a bread dip, or pack a jar as a handmade gift.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon crushed red pepper
  • 1 tablespoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon dried rosemary
  • 1 tablespoon dried basil
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon dried minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

To serve (per serving)

  • 1 tablespoon mix
  • about 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Directions

  • Grind the spices in a coffee or spice grinder until evenly blended, then pour into a clean, dry jar with a tight lid.
  • For each serving, spoon 1 tablespoon of the mix into a small shallow bowl, pour in about 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, stir, and leave to stand for 20 to 30 minutes before serving.
  • Serve with crusty bread, such as French bread, ciabatta, focaccia, or breadsticks.

Notes

Dry mix: airtight jar in a cool, dark, dry place about 6 months. Oil dip: use the same day, or refrigerate and use within 4 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 33g | Calories: 252kcal | Carbohydrates: 2.9g | Protein: 0.6g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 3.8g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 298mg | Potassium: 65mg | Fiber: 1.1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 313IU | Vitamin C: 1.4mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 0.9mg

Nutrition is an estimate per serving from USDA FoodData Central, as cooked, 1 servings from 1/8 of the mix with about 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; crushed red pepper counted as cayenne. Brands and portions vary, so use it only as an approximation.