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 […]

How to Emulsify with Olive Oils and Balsamic Vinegar

Emulsify Slowly add Olive Oil Trader’s EVOO to an Olive Oil Trader’s balsamic while whisking vigorously. This disperses and suspends minute droplets of one liquid throughout the other.  Emulsified mixtures are usually thick and satiny in texture. Emulsifying will allow you to evenly disperse a vinaigrette flavor over salads and fruit. For a vinaigrette, the […]

Butter to Olive Oil Conversion

Conversion Chart Butter/Margarine                 Extra Virgin Olive Oil1 tsp……………….………….………………………3/4 tsp.1 tbsp………..………….…………………………. 2 1/4 tsp.1/4 cup ….………….……………………………….3 Tbsp.1/3 cup …………….………………………………..1/4 cup1/2 cup……….………….…………………………..1/4 cup + 2 Tbsp.2/3 cup…………………….…………………………1/2 cup3/4 cup ………..………….…………………………1/2 cup + 1 Tbsp.1 cup……………………….………………………….3/4 cup

How to Marinate with Olive Oils and Balsamic Vinegar

Techniques for Using Olive Oil Trader’s Oils & Vinegars Marinate  Coat food in a mixture of Olive Oil Trader’s EVOO and balsamic and let it rest for a certain amount of time. The purpose of marinating is for the food to absorb the flavors of the marinade or, as in the case of a tough […]