Archive for December, 2009

Ring in 2010 w/ Greek Slow-Cooked Black-Eyed Peas

Tuesday, December 29th, 2009 Posted in Recipes | Comments Off

After the roller-coaster economic ride of 2009, I’m guessing many of us would welcome some good fortune heading into the New Year.  One way to usher in good luck is ... Read more..

Olive Oil Health: Why Polyphenols Can Be Good for You

Friday, December 25th, 2009 Posted in Frequently asked Questions, Health | Comments Off

It's New Year's resolution time. As good a time as any to spread the word about polyphenols. They’re found in olive oil. And if you haven't heard about them, they ... Read more..

Alice Medrich’s Chocolate Ripple Pound Cake w/ Olive Oil

Tuesday, December 22nd, 2009 Posted in Recipes | Comments Off

Ever wonder how pound cake got its name? The classic recipe packs in a pound of butter, for starters. That’s four sticks for a recipe that fills the average Bundt ... Read more..

You Can’t Judge an Extra Virgin Olive Oil by its Color

Friday, December 18th, 2009 Posted in Frequently asked Questions | 1 Comment »

Extra virgin olive oil comes in various colors, from golden to green. But don’t let color sway your judgment about the actual quality of the oil inside the bottle. It ... Read more..

Alice Medrich’s Chocolate Almond Torte Baked with Olive Oil

Tuesday, December 15th, 2009 Posted in Recipes | Comments Off

I got to savor a delicious chocolate almond torte made with extra virgin olive oil during our recent Harvest Retreat. Famed chocolatier Alice Medrich developed the cake for us using ... Read more..

Olive Oil Pecan Pie and Olive Oil Crust

Friday, December 11th, 2009 Posted in Health, Recipes | 1 Comment »

With the holidays approaching, we've collected several dessert recipes that substitute olive oil for butter. I'll start with a pecan pie that uses extra virgin olive oil to accentuate the ... Read more..

Cranberry Walnut Pound Cake Baked with Olive Oil

Tuesday, December 8th, 2009 Posted in Health, Recipes | Comments Off

I discovered this cranberry walnut pound cake recipe a few months ago. It seemed like a perfect treat to enjoy over the holidays. The creator of this dish, Lisa Sheldon, has ... Read more..

Olive Oil Health: Med Diet Could Ward Off Depression – Study

Friday, December 4th, 2009 Posted in Health | 1 Comment »

I'm sifting through more evidence suggesting that a Mediterranean-style diet could be good for not just your body, but your head. A new British study suggests the diet - rich ... Read more..

Garlicky Spaghetti with Olio Nuovo Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Tuesday, December 1st, 2009 Posted in Recipes | Comments Off

We got inspired to make a pasta dish showcasing our Olio Nuovo, now that we’re bottling this limited-release extra virgin olive oil. It’s an unfiltered EVOO we bottle immediately after ... Read more..