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If you prefer a milder taste, you can soak the slices in a little milk for 30 minutes, then drain and pat dry.","group":"Preparation","title":"Prepare the garlic","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the extra virgin olive oil and butter over very low heat. Melt the butter gently.","group":"Cooking","title":"Combine the extra virgin olive oil and butter","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Add the sliced garlic to the oil mixture. Cook over the lowest heat possible for about 10-15 minutes. The garlic should soften and become creamy but must NOT brown or fry.","group":"Cooking","title":"Add the sliced garlic","timerMinutes":15,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Add the drained and chopped anchovy fillets. Continue to cook on low heat, stirring frequently with a wooden spoon, until the anchovies have completely dissolved into a paste.","group":"Cooking","title":"Add the drained and chopped anchovy fillets","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Keep the sauce warm and serve immediately in a communal pot with a candle or flame underneath to maintain the temperature.","group":"Serving","title":"Keep the sauce warm","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Serving"}],"notes":"Traditionally served in a 'pedociola' (a terracotta warmer). Serve with raw vegetables like cardoons, peppers, and cabbage, or boiled potatoes.","cuisine":{"group":"Italian","specific":["Piedmontese"]},"course":["appetizer","sauce"],"cookingMethod":["simmer"],"equipment":["heavy-bottomed saucepan","wooden spoon","terracotta warmer or fondue pot"],"diet":["high_protein","low_carb","keto","pescatarian","gluten_free"],"allergens":["fish","milk"],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":450,"unit":"ml","note":"Makes approximately 2 cups of sauce"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"Can be made up to 2 days ahead and gently reheated, but best served fresh."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. 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