Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
10.5 unit

anchovies

canned

2 unit

cream of mushroom soup

canned

8 unit

garlic

cloves

0.5 pint

whipping cream

1 pint

half-and-half

0.5 cup

butter

real

Step 1
~7 min

Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2
~7 min

Add garlic and anchovies to the melted butter.

Step 3
~7 min

Sauté the garlic and anchovies until the anchovies melt away and the garlic is fragrant.

Step 4
~7 min

Add cream of mushroom soup, whipping cream, and half-and-half to the pot.

Step 5
~7 min

Stir all ingredients together thoroughly.

Step 6
~7 min

Reduce heat to low-medium and simmer for approximately 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7
~7 min

Ensure the mixture does not boil.

Step 8
~7 min

Serve hot with chunks of French or Italian bread for dipping.

Step 9
~7 min

Offer a plate of vegetables like cauliflower, broccoli, celery, green peppers, and carrots for dipping.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust garlic to your preference.

Simmering longer will intensify the flavors.

Use high-quality butter for the best taste.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong (Garlic and Anchovies)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a communal dipping dish.

Offer a variety of dipping options.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled vegetables
Roasted potatoes

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Piedmont, Italy (inspired)

Cultural Significance

Communal dining, sharing food

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Thanksgiving

Occasion Tags

Party
Holiday
Dinner Party

Popularity Score

65/100

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