Barilla Italian 7-Layer Pesto Dip
Barilla Italian 7-Layer Pesto Dip
45 minutes total
- Dairy/Cream
- Easy
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Gatherings
- Pesto Sauce
- Pork/Sausage
- Summer Recipes
- Tomato
- Weekend
- Weeknight
Looking for snack ideas for the big game? Try this delicious Italian 7-Layer Dip with Barilla Rustic Basil Pesto.
Made with fresh and shelf stable ingredients, this easy 7 layer dip recipe has something everyone at the party will love. Whether you are looking for snacks for the big game, or need simple appetizers for a crowd, this dip is perfect to add to your table. Barilla Rustic Basil Pesto uses fragrant Italian basil, and freshly grated Italian cheeses adding Italian twist to this dish.
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Ingredients
Serves 8
| 1 | Jar Barilla® Rustic Basil Pesto sauce |
| 1 | Pound fresh whole-milk mozzarella cheese, sliced and drained well |
| ½ | Cup extra virgin olive oil, divided |
| 1 | Pound Italian sausage |
| 1 | Pint cherry tomatoes, halved |
| ½ | Cup tomato sauce |
| 1 | Pound whole-milk ricotta cheese, drained well |
| 1 | 8- Ounce jar roasted red peppers, chopped, and drained well |
| 1 | Cup arugula |
| 1 | Cup baby spinach |
| 1 | 12- Ounce jar artichoke hearts, chopped and drained well |
| ½ | Cups mozzarella cheese, shredded |
| ¾ | Cup Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, grated |
| ¼ | Cup fresh basil leaves |
| 1 | Baguette, sliced on the bias |
| 1 | Whole grain baguette, sliced on the bias |
| To taste | Sea salt and black pepper |
Disclaimer
Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions.
Method
Step 1
Preheat oven to 425° F.
Step 2
Spray medium-sized baking dish/bowl with non-stick cooking spray.
Step 3
In a skillet over medium heat add 1 teaspoon olive oil and Italian sausage. Season and cook for 2-3 min. or until browned. Remove from the pan and set aside.
Step 4
In the same skillet add 1 teaspoon olive oil, arugula and spinach, wilt and set aside.
Step 5
In the same skillet add 1 teaspoon olive oil and cherry tomatoes. Cook for 2-3 min., add tomato sauce, and set aside.
Step 6
Assemble bowl with 7 layers. Sliced mozzarella, cherry tomatoes with Italian sausage, pesto, ricotta, roasted red peppers, arugula/spinach, and the final layer artichoke hearts/shredded mozzarella/Parmigiano.
Step 7
Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes, then 5 additional minutes uncovered or until browned.
Step 8
Meanwhile, drizzle bread with remaining olive oil. Bake for 4-5 min. so bread and dip are finished at the same time. Garnish with basil leaves.
Rustic Basil Pesto Sauce
Barilla Rustic Basil Pesto sauce is imported from Italy and made with high-quality ingredients like fragrant Italian basil and freshly grated Italian cheeses. It is a flavorful complement to a variety of dishes your whole family will enjoy.
- Pack size 6.5 oz.
- Range Pesto Sauce