Bagna Cauda Recipe

This dip makes a great appetizer for a romantic candelit dinner. Serve with fresh vegetables, bread and your favorite Italian dish.

• Meal Type: Dips
• Ethnicity: Italian
• Holiday Category: N/A
• Preparation Time: Less than 15 minutes

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup butter
• 5 cloves garlic, finely sliced
• 8 anchovy fillets in oil, drained
• 1 cup olive oil

Directions

1. Heat butter in the serving pot or a small saucepan and add garlic. Keep on low heat so that garlic does not brown. Add anchovies and stir well, then gradually add oil. Cook for about 10 minutes, over low heat, stirring constantly. Place on the table over a candle. Serve with raw vegetables such as sliced peppers, celery, fennel, cauliflower, broccoli, mushrooms and carrots.