Bagna Calda (Italian Garlic-Anchovy-Sardine Appetizer)

Ingredients

• 1 cup butter 
• 8 ounce anchovy fillets packed in olive oil, drained canned
• 12 ounce sardines packed in olive oil, drained canned
• 0.8 cup garlic minced
• 1.5 cups vegetable oil 

Equipment

• frying pan

Directions

1. Place the canola oil in a skillet and heat over medium heat. Stir in the garlic, and cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the butter, anchovies, and sardines. Cook and stir until well blended, 10 to 15 minutes.
3. Serve warm.