Sun Dried Tomato Dip with Focaccia

Sun Dried Tomato Dip 

This dip is an elegant rustic way to serve up your focaccia with a burst of all the flavors of Italian cuisine. 

Ingredients: 

● 1 jar (8 ounce) oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes

● 1-2 cloves garlic, grated 

● 1 small shallot, finely chopped 

● 1 teaspoon dried oregano 

● 1 teaspoon dried thyme 

● 1 teaspoon smoked or regular paprika 

● 1-2 teaspoons chili flakes 

● 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

Instructions:

1. Drain the oil from the sun-dried tomato jar into a pot, you should have 1/2 cup oil. Chop 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes and mix into the oil. 

2. Add the garlic, shallot, oregano, thyme, paprika and chili flakes to the oil. Turn the heat to low & simmer for about 5 minutes. 

3. Add the parmesan cheese to a bowl and pour the hot oil over the cheese. Top with basil. 

4. Serve with toasted focaccia.