Spicy Italian Tomato Grilled Cheese Dip

4 Stars (1 Review)

Yield: 4 to 6 servings

prep time: 10

cook time: 15

total time: 25

This Spicy Italian Tomato Grilled Cheese Dip recipe comes together quickly, and it’s the perfect way to enjoy a weeknight grilled cheese sandwich!

Ingredients

1 T. olive oil
½ of a medium yellow onion diced
3 cloves garlic minced
¼ c. tomato paste
1 14.5- oz. can Red Gold® Diced Tomatoes with Basil Garlic & Oregano (do not drain)
2 tsp. white balsamic vinegar
½ tsp. red pepper flakes
kosher salt to taste

Instructions

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and then add olive oil. When oil is warmed, add onion and sauté for 3 to 5 minutes, or until nicely softened. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more. Stir in tomato paste and cook for another minute, until fragrant. Stir in diced tomatoes and red pepper flakes, and bring to a low boil.
Reduce heat to medium low, stir in white balsamic vinegar (if you use regular balsamic vinegar, your dip will be a darker color, and not as bright and vibrant), and simmer for 10 minutes. The dip should be very fragrant and slightly thickened. Season to taste with salt. If you like a smoother dip, pulse all or a portion of the mixture in a blender.
Serve warm with grilled cheese sandwiches for dipping.

Notes

from a farmgirl’s dabbles

Nutrition Information:

Serving: 1 Calories: 38kcal Carbohydrates: 4g Protein: 1g Fat: 2g Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g Sodium: 110mg Fiber: 1g Sugar: 2g

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