Monthly Archives: April 2011

Marie Simmons’ Time-Saving Tips for Cooking Vegetables

Posted on April 29, 2011 by caolive1

Soak your vegetables. Don’t peel your potatoes. Crank up the oven when roasting vegetables. Those words of advice comes from our friend Marie Simmons, who “always looking for ways to cook the foods I love quickly without sacrificing taste and … Continue reading →

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“Not for the Faint of Heart” – Rick Moonen’s Pasta w/ Clams

Posted on April 26, 2011 by caolive1

We first made Rick Moonen’s linguine with clams a couple of years ago, while vacationing at a rental house on the Oregon coast. Fresh clams were abundant. And we liked that the recipe called for lots of chopped garlic and … Continue reading →

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“It’s the Calories, Stupid!” … Avoiding “Portion Distortion”

Posted on April 22, 2011 by caolive1

We’re hungry. We scarf down a big plate of food … then realize our eyes were too big for our stomachs. It’s called “portion distortion” — you view an over-sized, calorie-laden portion as a normal amount.  To avoid portion distortion … Continue reading →

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Easter Menu: Lamb, Halibut w/ Chimichurri, Olive Oil Cake

Posted on April 19, 2011 by caolive1

It’s been a while since I dyed any Easter eggs. I did as a child while growing up in Europe. Another memory I recall from those days: When the family sat down for Easter dinner, lamb typically was on the … Continue reading →

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Most Top European EVOOs Fail “Extra Virgin” Test-Study

Posted on April 13, 2011 by caolive1

A new study offers more evidence that U.S. consumers often pay premium prices for European olive oil labeled as “extra virgin” when, in reality, they’re buying lower quality oil. The U.S.-Australian report suggests “most” top-selling European “extra virgin” oils sold … Continue reading →

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Pan-Roasted Wild Salmon from America’s “Last Frontier”

Posted on April 12, 2011 by caolive1

Wild Alaskan salmon is a favorite around here. We like it grilled on a cedar plank, roasted, pan-fried, and poached in extra virgin olive oil. Wild Alaskan salmon, moreover, is high in heart-healthy omega-3s. And it’s abundant. Unlike bluefin tuna … Continue reading →

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Guest Blog: Sherry’s Pan-Fried Pasta w/ Asparagus

Posted on April 8, 2011 by caolive1

We recently broke bread and talked food with culinary and travel guru Sherry Page. We dined at Cindy’s Backstreet Kitchen, in the Napa Valley. And we both ordered the “Incredible Mushroom Tamales.” The dish lived up to its name. Below … Continue reading →

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Encouraging Kids to Develop Healthy Eating Habits

Posted on April 5, 2011 by caolive1

Getting kids to develop healthy eating habits is a hot topic. First lady Michelle Obama and British chef Jamie Oliver have launched crusades to battle childhood obesity. So we made it a priority to attend a recent workshop devoted to … Continue reading →

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