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Balsamic Vinegar and Olive Oil Dressing

Submitted by: Mellie
A light, spiced dressing with a bit of thyme and oregano sprinkled in. This is a great excuse to buy a big bottle of balsamic vinegar. Makes one beautiful cupful. 

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Infused Olive Oil

Submitted by: Becky Smith
Dip fresh hot bread into this easily prepared olive oil mixture. 

Italian Appetizer - Bagna Cauda

Submitted by: DENVAL
Home Town: Vineland, New Jersey, USA
Living In: Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, USA
An excellent garlic dip that is easy to make with just a few ingredients. Serve warm with Italian bread, lettuce leaves, green pepper, celery, broccoli or cauliflower. 

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North Italian Meat Sauce (Ragu Bolognese)

Submitted by: Holly
Smoked ham, chopped onions, carrots and celery meld with finely ground beef and pork in a sauce of white wine, beef stock, tomato paste, cream and nutmeg. Sauteed chicken livers add the final flourish in this marvelous Bolognese sauce. 

Submarine Flavors

Submitted by: Anne
Flavored oil for Italian submarine sandwiches. 

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Far East Spiced Olive Oil

Submitted by: Jill
Star anise, cardamom and cloves stirred into a good olive oil, and poured into a pretty bottle. Let sit for a week or so to let the spices do their stuff. Splash on cooked veggies or use as a marinade for pork or chicken. 

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Olive Oil Bread

Submitted by: Dee
A quick, easy bread that works well with Italian foods and pastas. Try forming the dough into a round ball or a long loaf for French bread. 

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Spicy Oil and Vinegar Bread Dip

Submitted by: GOLUANDA
Living In: Southgate, Michigan, USA
This recipe is fantastic with warm crusty Italian bread, or any other bread for that matter! Use extra virgin olive oil and really good aged balsamic vinegar. For best results, make a day ahead and store in the refrigerator so flavors can meld. 

Fresh Sardines Naples Style

Submitted by: Salvatore
Fresh sardines are fried to a crispy golden brown, and drizzled with a garlic and white wine vinaigrette then topped off with a sprinkling of fresh mint leaves. Serve this appetizer with a good white wine. 

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Italian Butter

Submitted by: Ginger
If you are looking for a Italian bread dip, try this. It makes a spectacular bread dip, suitable for any occasion. Double or triple the recipe to make enough for a crowd. Serve with warm French bread. 
 
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