Bagna Cauda Olive Oil Garlic Butter And Anchovy Sauce Recipe

Indulge in the irresistible warmth of Bagna Cauda, a classic Italian appetizer meaning 'hot bath'! This recipe, inspired by San Francisco's Stinking Rose Restaurant, creates a rich and savory sauce of olive oil, garlic, anchovies, and butter, perfect for dipping crusty sourdough, breadsticks, or your favorite roasted vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, broccoli, and mushrooms. Beyond appetizers, it adds a luxurious touch to grilled fish or vegetables. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 95 mins
Calories 461.8 kcal
Protein 7g
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Ingredients for Bagna Cauda Olive Oil Garlic Butter And Anchovy Sauce

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How to Make Bagna Cauda Olive Oil Garlic Butter And Anchovy Sauce

  1. Preheat oven to 275°F (135°C).
  2. In an oven-safe casserole dish, combine 1 cup extra virgin olive oil, 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, 1/2 cup minced garlic, 1/4 cup anchovy fillets (packed in oil, drained), 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional), and a pinch of salt.
  3. Cover the casserole dish tightly with a lid or aluminum foil.
  4. Bake for 90-100 minutes, or until the butter and oil are melted and the garlic is very soft and fragrant. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Consider adding a squeeze of lemon juice for brightness.
  6. Serve immediately with crusty bread, breadsticks, and/or your favorite roasted vegetables for dipping. Also delicious drizzled over grilled fish or vegetables.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

47g

Carbs

2g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Bagna Cauda Olive Oil Garlic Butter And Anchovy Sauce?

Bagna Cauda Olive Oil Garlic Butter And Anchovy Sauce takes about 110 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 95 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Bagna Cauda Olive Oil Garlic Butter And Anchovy Sauce?

Bagna Cauda Olive Oil Garlic Butter And Anchovy Sauce has approximately 461.8 calories per serving, with about 7 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 72 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Bagna Cauda Olive Oil Garlic Butter And Anchovy Sauce?

The key ingredients for Bagna Cauda Olive Oil Garlic Butter And Anchovy Sauce are Garlic Cloves, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Butter, Anchovies, 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional), pinch of salt. See the full list with measurements above.

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