
What are the best ways to enjoy extra virgin olive oil?
- Salad dressing: Extra virgin olive oil makes a delicious and healthy base for salad dressings. Simply mix it with vinegar or lemon juice, salt, and pepper for a classic vinaigrette.
- Dipping oil: Mix extra virgin olive oil with balsamic vinegar or spices and use it as a dip for bread or vegetables.
- Roasting vegetables: Toss your favorite vegetables with extra virgin olive oil and roast them in the oven for a flavorful and healthy side dish.
- Grilling meat or fish: Brush extra virgin olive oil onto meat or fish before grilling to keep it moist and add flavor.
- Pasta sauce: Use extra virgin olive oil as the base for a simple pasta sauce. Sauté garlic and red pepper flakes in olive oil, then toss with cooked pasta and Parmesan cheese.
- Drizzling on soups or stews: A drizzle of extra virgin olive oil can add richness and flavor to soups or stews.
- Baking: Extra virgin olive oil can be used in place of other oils or butter in baking recipes for a healthier twist.
Remember to store your IGP extra virgin olive oil in a cool, dark place to help preserve its flavor and nutrients.