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Basil Roui

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"Pronounced Basil Roo-ee, this wonderfully flavorful dish is the perfect summer appetizer. Basil and tomatoes are seasoned with jalapeno, garlic and sea salt. I received this recipe from a wonderful woman in our toddler playgroup. Serve with your favorite dippers such as baguette slices or pita chips." — CSANDST1

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1 3/4 cups finely chopped fresh basil
2 small tomatoes, finely chopped
2 1/3 cups fine dry bread crumbs
3 cloves garlic, minced

1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 cup olive oil

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Directions

In a medium bowl, stir together the basil, tomatoes, bread crumbs, garlic, jalapeno, sea salt and olive oil. Cover, and refrigerate overnight. Serve with your favorite dippers!

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PREP 15 mins
READY IN 8 hrs 15 mins

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Feb 03, 2008

Good but use 1/2 the bread crumbs

—JW

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Jul 05, 2007

Too much breadcrumb, or not enough tomato - I'm not sure which. This recipe is good but it would be much better with about half the breadcrumb. It is dry as is...

—Sharon M.

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Oct 11, 2008

Great Recipe for a dip for parties and for using up all that basil I grew this summer! It is about the consistency of hummus so you might be able to add some chick peas in place of some of the bread crumbs.

—Jillian

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May 25, 2010

This is very edible, but as I have many times made a "Rouille" (pronounced the same), I find that this version fades in comparison.

—Swiss Phil

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Apr 29, 2007

very good on crackers. I didn't add the Jalepeno (didn't have one) and instead added crushed red pepper. My husband loved it!

—JESSICASRECIPES

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Dec 06, 2006

Excellent fresh flavor! I pulsed the ingredients in the food processor and spread it on toasted french bread.

—KBILL

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Aug 17, 2005

I loved this, very different. just enough bite! great with crackers or bread. and does not need to be kept cold.

—Pamela Cherry

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May 19, 2008

I used this as a topping to baguette slices, which I then broiled. As per other suggestions, I cut back on the bread crumbs. Next time, I will cut back on the garlic a bit too; it was a bit overpowering.

—linda

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Nutrition

Calories
252 kcal
13%

Carbohydrates
24.3 g
8%

Cholesterol
0 mg
0%

Fat
15.3 g
24%

Fiber
1.9 g
8%

Protein
4.8 g
10%

Sodium
453 mg
18%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Basil Roui

Serving Size: 1/8 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 8
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 252
Calories from Fat: 138

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15.3g 24 %
Saturated Fat 2.3g 11 %
Cholesterol 0mg 0 %
Sodium 453mg 18 %
Potassium 153mg 4 %
Total Carbohydrates 24.3g 8 %
Dietary Fiber 1.9g 8 %
Protein 4.8g 10 %
Sugars 2.6g
Vitamin A 14 %
Vitamin C 9 %
Calcium 10 %
Iron 46 %
** Thiamin 26 %
Niacin 25 %
Vitamin B6 6 %
Magnesium 9 %
Folate 25 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.