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Kale Salad with Butternut Squash and Almonds

This Kale Salad with Butternut Squash and Almonds from Bon Appetit is simple and simply delicious. The sweet roasted squash plays on the saltiness of the Parmesan and the nutty crunch of almonds. We love this with a roast chicken or with the addition of some barley or farro to give it a little more… read more

Pumpkin Pancakes

PUMPKIN PANCAKES These pumpkin pancakes from The Brown Eyed Baker make the perfect breakfast on a chilly fall morning. We’ve swapped out the vegetable oil in the original recipe for a fruity extra virgin olive oil, but we also love these with Blood Orange Olive Oil! Makes 6 PANCAKES INGREDIENTS 1¼ cups all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons light… read more

Yotam Ottolenghi’s Sweet Corn Polenta with Eggplant Sauce

This recipe comes from Chef Yotam Ottolenghi who is masterful in his handling of vegetables. This recipe, which we adapted slightly, is the perfect dish to transition from summer to fall. Serves: 4 Eggplant Sauce 2/3 cup extra virgin olive oil 1 medium eggplant, cut into 3/4-inch dice 2 teaspoons tomato paste 1/4 cup dry white wine 1 cup chopped… read more

Peppadew Cheese Dip

Peppadew Cheese Dip Our peppadew cheese dip is a riff on classic pimiento cheese dip and uses peppadew peppers in place of pimientos. It’s creamy and cheesy with a hint of smoke and jalapeno from two of our bestselling olive oils. It comes together in minutes and will be a hit at your next party. Or… read more

Zucchini Butter

Super Easy and Delicious Zucchini Butter This delicious butter actually contains no butter at all, but it might become your new favorite spread for toast! This is a perfect way to use the abundance of zucchini coming from your garden. Just pair it with your favorite EVOO, we like Arbequina in this one, but you… read more

Watermelon & Cucumber Salad

A Perfect Summer Salad This recipe comes from one of our favorite bloggers, Smitten Kitchen, who adapted this recipe from the cookbook Saladish. We love the use of ricotta salata in place of feta and the touch pepitas for crunch! Try this with your favorite EVOO or for extra flavor try Meyer Lemon or Fresh… read more

Grilled Chicken with Mint Pine Nut Gremolata

Grilled chicken gets an instant upgrade with this zesty herb sauce for an anything-but-average meal. It also works well with fish, meat and veggies! This recipe originally appeared on My Recipes. Ingredients Gremolata: 1 cup loosely packed fresh mint leaves 2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted 2 teaspoons grated lemon rind 2 garlic cloves, minced 4… read more

Olive Oil and Sea Salt Truffle Brownies

These olive oil brownies are both decadent and heart healthy at the same time. Richly chocolatey and flecked with caramel truffles and sea salt, these will satisfy your sweet tooth. Choose a fruity extra virgin olive oil, like Arbequina, for this recipe. This recipe is courtesy of the Daily Meal. Ingredients 1/3 cup boiling water 1/4… read more

Blood Orange Infused Olive Oil Cake

Blood Orange Infused Olive Oil Cake This recipe comes from Kimberley Kausen of Flavorful California, Cooking Classes for the Home Cook. Serves 16 4 large eggs 2 cups sugar, divided 1 ½ cup Roussanne or any floral, fruity white wine, such as Viognier, divided ¾ cup We Olive’s Blood Orange Olive Oil or very fresh, fruity unflavored… read more

Citrus, Date and Arugula Salad with Marcona Almonds

This recipe comes from Kimberley Kausen of Flavorful California, Cooking Classes for the Home Cook. Citrus, Date and Arugula Salad with Marcona Almonds Makes approximately 1-½ cups ¾ cup shallot, finely chopped 1 teaspoon “zested” orange peel, Blood Orange or Cara Cara ¼ cup freshly squeezed orange juice, Blood Orange or Cara Cara ¼ cup… read more