As the cold creeps in, we slowly adjust life to suit it. We switch to warmer wardrobes; we cook slightly differently, adding winter flavors and more to our lives. The cold impacts everything from the time it takes to get to work to what we cook and how we plan meals.
There are many secrets to making life easy in the kitchen. Some are simple, others a little more complex, while some involve magical tools and your grandmother's secret touch! Olive brine is one of the best-kept secrets in your pantry.
As a superfood and kitchen staple, heavyweight EVOO has many benefits, including aiding in weight loss. With some much contradictory information out there about what does and doesn’t cause weight gain, it is hard to know what to believe. You might find yourself staring at your pantry, contemplating which ingredients contribute to weight gain and which don't. Let's take a look.
There are many, many misconceptions. Some cooks will argue that it should not be heated or used in cooking; others believe it can be used freely within the kitchen in any recipe and method.
If you are interested in food or cooking, you might have heard that extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) is superior. It trumps most other seed and vegetable oils in many ways. Despite being able to be used in similar ways, they are not quite the same.
Many foodies might ask themselves whether the summer months' heat can spoil their bottles of liquid gold. The answer is a little more complicated than a simple yes or no.
If you are like any other super foodie or have a well-stocked pantry, you might find yourself with more than one bottle of your favorite olive oil. You might ask yourself, “Does it expire? If so, when?” Here is a little guide on how to tell whether your favorite bottle of golden liquid is good to go or not.
Whether you have run out of butter and a store run is out of the question, or you simply want to swap out this saturated fat completely, you can ensure maximum flavor!
You might feel a moment of dread when you open your pantry and see your favorite bottle of olive oil has gone cloudy. You might be asking yourself, is it safe to consume? Has it gone rancid? The most straightforward answer is no, it is not rancid; it is perfectly safe to use. Here’s a quick guide to troubleshooting a cloudy bottle.
Taking a closer look at the labels of your favorite bottles might raise a few questions about the terminology used. You might be wondering, what exactly is first cold pressed olive oil? Let's take a look.
Salad dressings are among our favorite parts of a meal. They are the perfect opportunity to take a bowl of lettuce leaves and turn it into a gourmet delight. Let’s take a look at how you can incorporate your favorite olive oil into award-winning salad dressings.
