Every great get together has to have great appetizers! Â Right? Â I am always on the look out for interesting new small bite recipes. Â I pin a ton of them on my savory stuff Pinterest board. Â Things like warm brie with crackers, 7 layer dips, savory meatballs, a new twist on salsa, anything with feta cheese ... there is just something about those small indulgences that break the ice, get people talking and create a sense of welcome. So, in the spirit of family and the upcoming holidays, I am sharing one of my favorite appetizers that will definitely get your guests breaking bread together!
Homemade Italian dipping spices!
The recipe that I am sharing for Italian dipping spices is just our favorite blend of spices ... you can certainly adjust the amounts, add more pepper for extra heat or even add in a spice or two. Â You will definitely taste the garlic in this blend! Â But nothing says family and good friends like garlic breath, right?
When you are ready to serve the spices, place 1 ½ teaspoons of the spice blend on a shallow dish or plate and drizzle with 3 tablespoons of olive oil. Â Serve with small rounds of fresh bread or crispy bread sticks.
Homemade Italian Dipping Spices & Holiday Hostess Gift
- Yield: 1 /4 cup of Italian dipping spices blend 1x
Ingredients
- 1 ½ tablespoon basil
- 1 ½ teaspoons parsley
- 3 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1 ½ teaspoon oregano
- 1 ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ¾ teaspoon rosemary
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 ½ teaspoon olive oil
- ¾ teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Pulse all ingredients in the bowl of a food processor until well combined.
- Place in small jar and store in the refrigerator.
To serve:
- Place 1 ½ teaspoons of spices on a shallow dish and drizzle with 3 tablespoons of olive oil.
- Serve with rounds of soft bread or thin, crispy bread sticks and enjoy!
To give:
- In a small basket or pretty gift bag, place ja ar of Italian dipping spices, a shallow dish, a small bottle of good quality olive oil, a teaspoon and a loaf of soft bread.
These homemade Italian dipping spices make a thoughtful hostess gift, too. Â Package up your special blend of spices in a cute little jar (I love the mini swing top jar I snagged at World Market), pick up a loaf of fresh bread from your local bakery, snag a small bottle of olive oil and attach a teaspoon and a handmade tag with the instructions.
  Do you have any go-to hostess gift ideas?
I'd love to hear about them ... leave a comment with your brilliant ideas!
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Vanessa says
I am the biggest sucker for bread and oil with spices! I'm so going to make this as a gift...for myself. 😀
Jocie@OPC The Better Half says
what a great idea for a hostess gift! thanks keri!
Kristen @ Down Home Inspiration says
Wow, this looks amazing! Will be making for sure!
Beth@Unskinny Boppy says
OH yummm. I love herbs and olive oil dipping for bread. Pinning!
Amie @ Pinkapotamus says
You can come to MY house anytime.. especially if your are bringing this!
xoxo
Amie @ Pinkapotamus
Brenda @ Chatting Over Chocolate says
This sounds delish!! Thanks for sharing, Keri! Pinned 😉
Natosha Zachary says
I LOVE dipping bread in olive oil and a spice blend. Thanks for the recipe!
Heather @ French Press says
I love your idea to use this as a hostess gift!
Jessi @ Practically Functional says
Yum, that looks great! And making them as hostess gifts is the perfect idea! Pinning, and thanks so much for sharing at my link party!
Mary Bellebuono says
This sounds absolutely wonderful, and what a fantastic idea to give as gifts,thank you and God bless..
Sarah says
Do you use fresh herbs or dried?
Keri says
Hi Sarah - I used dried for the dipping spices!