Bagna Calda (Italian Garlic-Anchovy-Sardine Appetizer)

This recipe for bagna calda (referred to as bagna cauda in the Piedmont region of Italy) was passed down by many generations of my family. It's mainly used in small servings and is great as an appetizer spread on bread, or as a dip with vegetables.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins
• Calories: 99 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup butter
• 1 ½ cups vegetable oil
• ¾ cup minced garlic
• 4 (2 ounce) cans anchovy fillets packed in olive oil, drained
• 3 (4 ounce) cans sardines packed in olive oil, drained

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place canola oil in a skillet and heat over medium heat. Stir in garlic; cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Add butter, anchovies, and sardines; cook and stir until well blended, 10 to 15 minutes. Serve warm.