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Caprese Dip

This is a hot dip that is always a hit. The cheese, tomato, and spices are balanced with the crunch of the crostini. So simple yet so full of flavor. You may want to make a double batch because it disappears quickly.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Broil time3 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 421kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Measuring cup
  • 1 Set of measuring spoons
  • 1 Baking pan We used a disposable pan
  • 1 Spoon
  • 1 Chef's Knife
  • 1 Spatula
  • 1 Bread Knife
  • 1 Small Cutting Board for the tomatoes
  • 1 Large Cutting board for the bread
  • 1 Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Baking Sheet
  • 1 Cooling rack to place on the baking sheet for cooking the crostini

Ingredients

  • 8 Oz Colby Jack Cheese Shredded or Monterey Jack
  • 8 Oz Mozzarella Cheese Shredded
  • 1 Cup Sour Cream
  • 1/2 Tsp Dry Mustard
  • 1 Tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 Tsp Dried Thyme
  • 1 Tsp Herbs de Provence
  • 1 Cup Basil Fresh only, plus a little for the top once its is cooked
  • 2 French Baguettes
  • 1/8 Cup Olive oil

Instructions

  • Gather your ingredients
  • Preheat your oven to 350 F
  • Slice the tomatoes in half and remove the seeds with a spoon
  • Dice the tomatoes and set aside
  • Spray your pan with a little cooking spray (optional)
  • Add the sour cream to mixing bowl
  • Add in all the dry spices
  • Mix it all together
  • Add in the cheeses
  • Add the cup of fresh basil
  • Spread the mixture into the baking pan
  • Top with the tomatoes
  • Place in the oven for 12-13 minutes
  • Meanwhile slice the baguette into thin slices and place on the rack that is sitting in the baking sheet
  • Once your dip has cooked for 12-13 minutes turn the oven to broil
  • Drizzle the bread with a little olive oil
  • Leave the dip in the oven and place the crostini in to brown on broil
  • Remove them all once the dip and the bread are browned to your liking (approx. 3 minutes)
  • Place the rest of the fresh chopped basil on top of your warm dip
  • Serve with your crostini

Nutrition

Calories: 421kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 798mg | Potassium: 199mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 809IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 497mg | Iron: 3mg