Recipes

Rosato Balsamic Vinegar Mignonette

I love the idea of an oyster bar for parties or a simple dozen on the half shell for a more intimate gathering; it is a simple and elegant notion perfect for New Year’s Eve, Valentine’s Day, or any...

Miso Rosato Cabbage Salad

Coleslaw lovers may well swoon over this version using miso shiro--which contributed a umami-rich saltiness--and Rosato Balsamic Vinegar, which added a sweet fruity note of acidity. 

Garlic Confit in Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Confit is a French culinary technique for slowly cooking meat or vegetables in fat or oil at low temperatures. The slow cooking process not only preserves the food but also imparts a rich, deep fla...

Cooked Egg EVOO Mayonnaise

I'd like to think that, ever-practical, Julia Child would be a fan of cooked egg mayonnaise. As with most techniques, understanding the fundamentals are key to executing successful variations. Here...

Genovese Basil Pesto with Garlic Scapes

One of the flavors of a summer garden come from scapes harvested from hard necked garlic. Scapes bring a fresh, green, and slightly sweet taste with a hint of garlic's familiar warmth without the o...

Cherry Pecan Salad with Blue Cheese and Cherry Vinaigrette

Now that cherries are in season it's a terrific time to enjoy them in salads as well as desserts. As it happens, Ascolano is a terrific pairing, and our Amarena Cherry Balsamic Vinegar an excellent...

Balsamic Glazed Salmon With Charred Corn Salsa

Meals such as this herald summer to me. Quick and easy to make with fresh and bright flavors, this salsa makes an excellent foil for succulent grilled salmon.

Farinata Chickpea & Rosemary Pancake

Making this thin and crispy chickpea flour pancake scented with rosemary is ridiculously simple and the results immensely satisfying. All you need is water, chickpea flour, olive oil, and seasoning...

Beef, Beans, Butternut Squash, and Barley Soup

This hearty one pot meal relies on a good homemade beef stock and generous helpings of beans, barley, and other vegetables. We enjoyed it over the past few days, so the yield is 4 to 6 servings.

Pork Tenderloin with Spiced Fig Balsamic Butter Sauce

Here is a variation of our most downloaded recipe of 2023, Balsamic Butter Chicken. In a brilliant turn, Donald also thought to marinate the pork with a dry rub of homemade garam masala. Read on to...

We all love potato latkes

It's time to light the menorah, eat delicious fried food, and think about miracles. Read more to learn how Donald makes latkes, and perhaps you'd like to let us know--if you're a latke-eater--how y...

Smashed Potatoes

A crispy and chewy alternative to butter and cream laden mashed potatoes, these "smashed" potatoes rely heavily on your technique and extra virgin olive oil for a satisfying texture and taste.

Bianco Vinaigrette Cabbage, Sauerkraut's Fresh Cousin

Here's yet another way to enjoy a simple Bianco Balsamic vinaigrette by softening and acidifying fresh cabbage for an instant version of a fermented favorite. Featuring Coratina EVOO.

Fried Green Tomatoes

Today we're writing about which tomatoes are the best for this southern classic, share a traditional recipe, and mention some variations. Let's get cookin'!

Balsamic Caramelized Mushrooms

This recipe for Balsamic Caramelized Mushrooms is an umami-bomb of "meaty", vegan wonder. How can 3 ingredients taste so amazing? Find out here!

Salmorejo, Classic Andalusian Tomato Soup

Salmorejo is an iconic cold soup from Córdoba, and although it features fresh fragrant tomatoes and a lot of olive oil, offers a wholly different culinary experience from Gazpacho. Find out more a...

Chilled Cucumber Melon Soup

This quick and easy summer recipe is light and refreshing. Be sure to plan ahead in order to have it fully chilled before serving.

Asian Fusion Beef Bonus Recipe!

This bonus is an addendum to the Cold Asian Noodle Salad published today. We had not planned to use beef in our salad, however, having some on hand after the photoshoot created this happy accident.

Cold Asian Noodle Salad

There are many variations of traditional and non-traditional Asian noodle salads. This one is a Japanese-California fusion using three Japanese specialty ingredients (soba, soy sauce, and sesame se...

Sweet & Smoky Grilled Asparagus

Tangy, sweet, savory, and salty elements come together in this simple marinade to enhance asparagus on the grill.

Sweet & Smoky Roasted Red Pepper Relish

Simply roasting red peppers, even on the stovetop, imbues them with the requisite smokiness we've come to love, however, the addition of smoked salt and smoked sugar in this recipe adds another lay...

Balsamic Caramelized Onions

Get ready for summer-time entertaining with this make-ahead condiment. Serve as a tasty relish on hamburgers or other sandwiches.

Garlic Confit Rosemary Sauce

Here is one more way to enjoy garlic confit besides spreading on toast or swirling into your pasta--use it as an ingredient in a sauce! The sauce, or vinaigrette, uses a technique you already know,...

Olive Oil Roasted Vegetable Gems

Combine your favorite root vegetables to make this simple and delicious side dish that is healthy for you, too. Cubes of beets, various types of potatoes, sweet potatoes, carrots, rutabagas, turnip...

Citrus Salad Inspiration

Read this short essay for inspiration on pairing olive oil and vinegar with citrus this winter.

Refreshing Lemon & Rosé Vinaigrette

Many of you who purchase Lemon Olive Oil also buy Rosato (or Bianco) Balsamic Vinegar, so this is likely something you already make for yourself. If not, you'll want to try it as it's delicious an...

Tortilla de Patatas (Spanish Tortilla)

This classic dish highlights our Ascolano and Picual Olive Oils and is as simple as it is delicious. Serve with aioli or chilled with a meat and cheese platter.

Last Minute Balsamic Vinaigrette

[Fast Read] Here are some thoughts about vinaigrettes, a simple recipe, brief notes on techniques, and a draft copy of our AOF Vinaigrette Select-o-matic.

Glazed Brussels Sprouts & Bacon

Here is an updated version of a recipe we first published November 2017. After three separate cooking trials this week, we've come to prefer using the balsamic vinegar earlier in the process and ho...

Olive Oil Mashed Potatoes

Olive oil mashed potatoes are a favorite side dish, and here is an olive oil version to have as a quick reference as you prepare for holiday entertaining.