Sun Dried Tomato Dipping Oil

One of my favorite things about going out to dinner is when the waiter brings a basket of fresh bread and a plate of dipping oil as we look over the menu to order.

Have you ever created your own dipping oil at home to go along with fresh baked bread?

It's easier than you think and I promise my recipe will put a smile on the faces of everyone at the dinner table.

Travel to Italy and experience a culinary journey without ever having to leave home. I'm excited to partner up with Kroger to explore Italy as the first stop in the HemisFares brand tour.

While you may already be aware of Kroger's Simple Truth and Private Selection labels, HemisFares is coming to a Kroger near you to showcase the best food finds from around the world.

For my first stop, Italia, I am showcasing HemisFares Find No. 48 - their 100% Sicilian Extra Virgin Olive Oil.

Ingredients:

1/2 cup HemisFares Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and minced
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2-3 cloves fresh garlic, pressed
2 tablespoons fresh basil, minced
2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Kosher salt and black pepper to taste
1 Italian bread boule

Instructions:

Add the HemisFares Extra Virgin Olive Oil to a shallow bowl. Add the remaining ingredients and season with salt and pepper to taste. Allow the dipping oil to sit for 30 minutes then remove the pressed garlic and serve with a crusty loaf of bread.