Broiled Tomato-Mozzarella Dip |
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Prep Time: 35 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 35 Minutes Servings: 20 |
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This eye-catching and palate-pleasing dip features zippy tomatoes topped with plenty of mozzarella cheese. Party guests will wipe the plate clean!Connie Barszcz, Elmvale, Ontario Ingredients:
1 medium onion, finely chopped |
2 tablespoons olive oil |
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained |
1/2 cup dry red wine or chicken broth |
1 tablespoon dried basil |
1 tablespoon fennel seed, crushed |
1 tablespoon dried oregano |
3 garlic cloves, minced |
2 teaspoons sugar |
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
2 cartons (8 ounces each) fresh mozzarella cheese pearls, drained |
toasted sliced italian bread |
Directions:
1. In a large saucepan, saute onion in oil until tender. Stir in the tomatoes, wine, basil, fennel, oregano, garlic, sugar, pepper flakes and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
2. Uncover and cook 10-15 minutes longer or until thickened. Transfer mixture to a 10-in. baking dish; sprinkle with cheese.
3. Broil 6 in. from the heat for 3-5 minutes or until cheese is golden brown. Serve with toasted bread. Yield: 5 cups.
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