Cozy Turkey Soup with Olive Oil (Perfect for Leftovers) 🍲

Why This Soup Works — And Why Olive Oil Matters Using high-quality olive oil like Verde Valley Olive Oil adds a rich, smooth base fat that enhances the flavor of vegetables and herbs. Olive oil brings out the aromatics of mirepoix (onion, carrot, celery) and gives the broth a silky mouthfeel — a great alternative […]

How to Make Perfect Brussels Sprouts Using Olive Oil and Balsamic Vine

Crispy Honey-Balsamic Brussels Sprouts (Holiday-Perfect!) If you want a holiday side dish that steals the show, honey-balsamic Brussels sprouts fried in extra-virgin olive oil are the answer. Crispy, caramelized, sweet, tangy, and bursting with flavor—this recipe turns even Brussels sprout skeptics into believers. The secret?✨ Frying the Brussels in high-quality EVOO from Verde Valley Olive […]

A Savory Fall Tart with Butternut Squash, Swiss Chard & EVOO—Perfect for Holiday Appetizers

Butternut Squash & Swiss Chard Tart (The Perfect Holiday Appetizer) Holiday gatherings call for dishes that feel special—and this Butternut Squash and Swiss Chard Tart delivers elegance, flavor, and seasonal charm. Featuring caramelized fall vegetables, a flaky crust, and the rich, fruity notes of extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar from Verde Valley Olive Oil, […]

The Olive Oil & Vanilla Ice Cream Trend—A Simple, Elegant Holiday Treat

Vanilla Ice Cream Drizzled with EVOO (The Holiday Dessert You Must Try!) It sounds wild until you try it: vanilla ice cream drizzled with extra-virgin olive oil and finished with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt. This luxurious yet unbelievably simple dessert has become a global foodie trend—and the holidays are the perfect time to […]

Chocolate Olive Oil Brownies with a Balsamic Twist for the Holidays

Rich, Fudgy Olive Oil Brownies for the Holidays Chocolate and olive oil might sound unexpected, but this combination has been loved in Mediterranean baking for centuries. Extra-virgin olive oil adds moisture, richness, and a velvety texture that makes brownies irresistibly fudgy—without the heaviness of butter. For the holidays, olive oil brownies are the perfect dessert: […]