Blog Archives for tag olive oil

‘Orange & Olive Oil Cake’

Olive oil cakes are a popular dessert in the Mediterranean region where their climate is perfect for olive trees and… Continue reading »

Pesto Rosso

This red-hued pesto gets both its color and tangy flavor from sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil and parsley, and buttery pine… Continue reading »

Beef Tagliata with Arugula & Pecorino

A mainstay on most any menu in Italy is a simple beef salad topped with arugula and shaved Pecorino or… Continue reading »

‘Celery Stewed in Olive Oil’

 Céleri Barigoule, or ‘Celery Stewed in Olive Oil’ is truly a unique side dish (and very French I might add.) … Continue reading »

Olive Oil-Poached Salmon with Slow-Roasted Tomatoes

 Poaching, whether be a chicken breast, an egg, or your favorite fish, is a cooking technique that involves immersing and… Continue reading »

Pasta with Broccoli Rabe, Sausage, Pine Nuts & Raisins

 The combination of broccoli rabe, pine nuts, sweet raisins and crumbled sausage is a classic flavor pairing in the south… Continue reading »

Lima Bean & Pecorino Crostini with Mint

 This elegant and simple crostini recipe has the bright flavor of lemon juice and the salty bite from Pecorino Romano… Continue reading »

Lemony Lima Bean & Ricotta Crostini

 I am always searching for healthy, seasonal appetizers that are bursting with flavor.  My Lemony Lima Bean & Ricotta Crostini… Continue reading »

‘Mediterranean Olive Bread’

 If you are like me and crave the briny taste of olives on a regular basis, then there is probably… Continue reading »

Avocado Hummus

 I have never met a homemade hummus that I didn’t love–tender chickpeas, lemon juice, garlic, sesame paste and olive oil,… Continue reading »