Carrabba's Bread Dipping Spice

By ghudsontx

This is a favorite with Italian style-grub.The recipe comes from Carrabba's Restaurant. They serve the spices on a small plate and the waiter adds olive oil, now you are set to dip your bread. YUM YUM
TIP: Chop all spices in small chopper then store them in a small container in the refrigerator, since a little goes a long way--then you can have it anytime.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon minced basil
• 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (Italian is best)
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt or 1/2 teaspoon ground sea salt
• 1/2 teaspoon chopped rosemary
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1/2 teaspoon olive oil
• 1/8 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Preparation

Step 1

Directions:

1 Combine all of the ingredients, EXCEPT oil and lemon.

2 Put in a small food processor (I used my little food chopper). Chop briefly until all ingredients are about the same.

3 Stir in oil and lemon juice.

4 TO SERVE: Combine about 1 1/2 teaspoons spice blend to 3 to 4 tablespoons olive oil on a small Dish.

5 Dip sliced bread in mixture.

6 French bread is good.

7 ENJOY.