TOMATO-BASIL PARTY DIP

Tomato-Basil Party Dip image

If you're short on time, look for prepared seasoned crostini, which are available in many grocery stores. Heat briefly in the oven or for a few seconds in the microwave before serving. -Bee Engelhart, Bloomfield Township, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 28 servings (3-1/2 cups).

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1/4 cup butter, cubed
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
1 cup tomato basil pasta sauce
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 package (6-1/2 ounces) garlic-herb spreadable cheese
1 tablespoon prepared pesto
1 French bread baguette (10-1/2 ounces), cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic; cook and stir until tender, 1-2 minutes. Add tomatoes, pasta sauce, basil, salt and pepper; heat through. Transfer to an ungreased 1-1/2 qt. shallow baking dish. Spoon cheese into center of sauce; dollop pesto over cheese. Bake, uncovered, until bubbly, 25-30 minutes., Meanwhile, brush baguette slices with oil. Arrange on ungreased baking sheets. Bake until toasted, 2-4 minutes on each side. Serve with dip.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 83 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 208mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.