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
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If you have ever been to Italy or anywhere in the Mediterranean, you know that when they finish preparing a meal they top it off with a high-quality extra virgin olive oil. It is a chef’s flavorful finale for the meal they have prepared. Not only is it flavorful, but it also has health benefits as well. A high-quality extra virgin olive oil like the ones we sell at Verde Valley contain a huge amount of Vitamin E, other polyphenols, and nutrients. When you cook with olive oil, a lot of these vitamins and nutrients get passed into the food being cooked, which can’t be said for other cooking oils.
Finishing a dish with extra virgin olive oil simply involves drizzling a little on the dish just before serving. Just like adding syrup to a pancake, a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil can add a lot of flavor to grilled steak, chicken, fish, steamed vegetables, or potatoes. It will also move you away from standard American cooking, and make your dishes more versatile and unique while adding the health benefits olive oil provides.
While ribeye has enough flavor on its own, a lean steak can taste dry and need a little flavor boost. Adding salt can help, but salt doesn’t add any additional flavor complexity. A flavored olive oil, such as our Garlic Olive Oil or our Butter Flavored Olive Oil, replaces the flavor that a well-marbled steak has and adds complexity, tenderness, and variety. Top with a dusting of sea salt to bring out the flavor in both the olive oil and the steak.
Our premium Verde Valley Olive Oils are a wonderful finisher when you want to add a touch of European flair to a dish. The possibilities are endless. Finish your favorite dish with a drizzle of your favorite Verde Valley Olive Oil and taste the difference yourself! Contact us today or swing by our Cottonwood or Jerome locations to taste our unique blend of olive oils and balsamic vinegars!
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