MOC Garlic Oil Bread Dipping Board

The oldest presentation of olive oil there is, and still the most direct demonstration of quality. Nothing to cook.

Serves 4 to 6. 5 minutes.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup MOC Garlic Oil
• 2 tbsp finely grated parmesan
• 1 tbsp chopped basil, oregano or parsley
• 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
• 1/2 tsp cracked black pepper
• 1/2 tsp flaky sea salt
• 1 tbsp aged balsamic
• Assorted warm crusty bread, focaccia and bread sticks

Method

1. Pour the MOC Garlic Oil into a wide, shallow dish. Surface area determines how much of the solid seasoning the bread collects.
2. Sprinkle the parmesan, herbs, chili flakes, pepper and salt across the surface.
3. Add the balsamic immediately before serving so it marbles rather than emulsifies.
4. Tear the bread rather than slicing it. Torn crumb holds more.

Create a tasting flight

Four ramekin dishes, one of each MOC pressing, in ascending intensity: Extra Virgin, Garlic, Lemon, Chili. One loaf. Served this way the range demonstrates itself, which is the argument no product description makes as well.

Pairing

MOC Garlic Oil with aged balsamic and hard cheese.