Olive Juice Bread Bath

By AzWench

Every table should have a glorious bowl of seasoned olive oil to dip bread, crostini, or really anything into.

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup (1 ounce) freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh Italian parsley
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano, crushed
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• Crusty bread, for serving

Preparation

Step 1

1. In a small mixing bowl, combine the cheese, parsley, oregano, garlic, pepper, and salt; stir to blend. Transfer half of the cheese mixture to a wide, shallow serving bowl.

2. Pour the oil over the cheese mixture in the serving bowl, then drizzle with the vinegar. Sprinkle the remaining cheese mixture on top. Serve with the bread for dipping.