Orange Olive Oil Dreamsicle Cake

5 large eggs, at room temperature1 1/4 cups sugar3 tablespoon finely grated orange zest1 cup Orange Fused Olive Oil2 cups cake flour1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 teaspoon fine sea salt Orange Cream Cheese Glaze (optional)4 oz. cream cheese at room temperature1 teaspoon grated orange rind1 tablespoon Orange Fused Olive Oil1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 […]

Blackberry Ginger Balsamic Vinaigrette

BLACKBERRY-GINGER BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE In a small bowl, add 3 tablespoons olive oil and 2 tablespoons Blackberry-Ginger Balsamic Vinegar. Blend together with a whisk until fully emulsified. Pour over salad greens.

Double Basil Pesto Recipe

Amazing easy pesto to serve with favorite pasta. Ingredients 2 Cups packed fresh Basil Leaves 1/4 Cup freshly grated Parmesan Cheese 1/2 Cup Basil Olive Oil 3 Tablespoons Walnuts 3 Cloves Garlic (adjust to taste) InstructionsBuzz in a food processor until smooth. Toss into 1 pound of your favorite cooked pasta. (Our staff likes it over […]

Mini Quiche Gluten Free

MINI QUICHE (Gluten-Free) IngredientsExtra virgin olive oil spray (check out our olive oil mister in store) ¼ Cup finely crushed Crunchmaster Multi-Grain Crackers Rosemary & Olive Oil 6 Tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 2 Tablespoons Verde Valley Olive Oil Traders Basil or Natural Olive Oil 1 cup finely chopped onion 1 10-oz. package frozen spinach, thawed ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon […]

Quinoa Caribbean Salad

QUINOA CARIBBEAN SALAD 1 cup quinoa, dry 2 cups chicken broth (or 1 14.5 oz. can chicken broth, and remainder water to make 2 cups liquid) 1/2 T Thai seasoning 1 English cucumber (approx. 12 inches in length), chopped 1 red bell pepper, chopped 6 oz. frozen mango chunks (1/2 of 12 oz. bag), chopped […]

Spinach Salad with Ripe Peach Balsamic Vinaigrette

Spinach Salad with Fresh Peach Balsamic Vinaigrette (4 servings) ​Ingredients 6 cups fresh baby spinach, washed & dried thoroughly 1 medium red onion, sliced into rings, rings separated 1/2 cup pecans, toasted 1/3 cup goat cheese, crumbled 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 3 Tbsp. ripe peach balsamic vinegar Dash of ground black pepper, optional Directions Place spinach in a large serving bowl […]

Turkey Mole Recipe

Ingredients2 pound boneless skinless turkey breast cut into “turkey tenders” 1 medium yellow onion, peeled and quartered 6 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed 1 sprig fresh oregano ¼ cup packed chopped cilantro Mexican rice, accompaniment Chopped cilantro leaves, for garnish corn tortillas on the side Mole Sauce: 8 dried ancho chilies, stemmed and seeded 4 […]

Oatmeal with Ripe Peach Balsamic Vinegar

OATMEAL WITH RIPE PEACH BALSAMIC VINEGAR1/2 cup dry old-fashioned oats1 cup water2 tablespoons Ripe Peach Balsamic Vinegar1 tablespoon fat-free French Vanilla powdered coffee creamer1 tablespoon ground cinnamonIn a microwave-safe bowl, stir together oats and water.Cook for 1 minute in the microwave on HIGH.Stir.Cook for 30 seconds in the microwave on HIGH.Stir in 1 tablespoon fat-free French Vanilla powdered coffee […]

Rotisserie Tuscan Chicken

Yield 6 Servings 1 – 3lb whole chicken1/4 cup Verde Valley Olive Oil Traders Tuscan Herb olive oil1.5 tablespoon sea salt1 tablespoon paprika1/4 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper Instructions:Season the inside of the chicken with a pinch of salt. Place the chicken onto a rotisserie and set the grill on high. Cook for 10 minutes. During […]

Traditional Caprese Salad

Yields 4 Servings 4 fresh tomatoes2 large rounds of fresh mozzarella cheese1/4 cup fresh basil leafssea salt and pepper to tasteVerde Valley Olive Oil Traders Fresh  Basil Olive Oil2 tablespoons Verde Valley Olive Oil Traders Traditional 18-Year Oak barrel Aged Balsamic Vinegar Preparation Instructions:1.Slice tomatoes in thick slices, salt and pepper to taste.2.Slice fresh mozzarella in similarly […]