Don't like frying fish because of the lingering odor it can leave?  Looking for a fast, fresh, delicious way to work more seafood in to your diet?  Hate endless clean-up after a meal?  Want to serve an upscale recipe that looks like you toiled endlessly to produce it?If you answered yes to any of the questions above, Then I've got the recipe for you!  Pictured on the left, are fantastically fresh snapper fillets simply dressed in a little fresh squeezed lemon juice, white wine, lemon slices, sliced spring onions, sea salt, fresh cracked pepper and Extra Virgin Olive Oil.The...

This simple, healthy breakfast is a staple in my household. Try adding in some diced veggies or your choice such as tomatoes, green onions, or mushrooms to switch up the flavors. Ingredients: 8 slices of bread (1/2" thick slices)8 large eggs 1/2 cup olive oil of choice - any UP EVOO or infused olive oil such as Baklouti, lemon, garlic, mushroom sage, butter, gremolata, add a drop or two of truffle oil (for a seriously luxurious experience).Fresh ground pepper (optional) to tasteA few pinches of fine sea salt to tastePreheat the oven to 350 F. and adjust a rack to the...

    This is a tasty, simple recipe that makes a great weeknight dinner while being easy on the pocketbook.  The olive oil mingles with white wine to make divine pan juice perfectly suited for dipping crusty french bread in.  It's also lovely served over pasta, rice or quinoa. Poulet Grand-MèreIngredients1 whole free range chicken split in half2 pounds small new potatoes1 pound of whole cremini mushrooms2 large carrots roughly chopped in to 1/2" pieces2 onions peeled and cut in to wedges about 1 inch at the thickest part10 cloves of garlic1 1/2 cup of white wine1/2 cup high-polyphenol extra...

  Ingredients 1 bone-in skinless smoked ham, shank or butt end portion, 6-8 lbs. 1 cup Maple Balsamic Condimento, or Cinnamon-Pear Balsamic Condimento 2 tablespoons Dijon or grainy mustard Directions Preheat the oven to 325.   Line a large roasting pan with foil.  With a sharp knife, score the fat all over the ham in a diamond pattern.  Place the ham, cut side down, in the roasting pan and cover tightly with foil. Bake  for 1 hour.Meanwhile, reduce the balsamic to 1/2 cup, by gently simmering it in a medium sauce pan set over low heat.  This process should be...

  This recipe is extra simple and extra delicious.  Slow roasting whole garlic heads brings out a nutty sweetness in the garlic and turns the cloves creamy and spreadable.  A robust olive oil is a must here otherwise you will loose the lovely marriage of flavors as the character of olive oils with modest phenol content will dissipate under such heat.The ways in which you can then use this "garlic candy" as I call it, are endless. You can use them in dressings, sauces, marinades, smeared on a slice of toasted baguette with a drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of...

  These delicious little cookies are loaded with flavor despite their short ingredient list. And, they're a snap to make. Enjoy them with a fresh pot of tea or your morning coffee.  This recipe is dairy-free.Ingredients3 cups unbleached organic flour2 cups granulated cane sugar1 teaspoon salt2 teaspoons baking powder2 teaspoons green cardamom seeds, freshly ground1 cup Persian Lime infused olive oil2 large eggs, whiskedDirectionsPreheat the oven to 350 F.In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment or in a large mixing bowl, add the sugar, oil, and eggs.  Beat on medium speed until thick and creamy,...

  This is an easy recipe and it draws its unique, and addictive flavor from marrying the inherent earthiness of beets with the spicy-sweet tang of hand crafted honey-serrano vinegar. That being said, you could substitute the honey-serrano vinegar with many other options including champagne, white balsamic, Sicilian Lemon balsamic or honey-ginger white balsamic.  Experiment and see what you like best.  Below, please find my recipe for Honey-Serrano Pickled Beets.Ingredients2 lbs. small to medium sized beets, scrubbed, washed, and trimmed1 tablespoon high polyphenol extra virgin olive oilApproximately 2 cups honey-serrano vinegarDirectionsPreheat the oven to 375.  Line a baking sheet with...

Chicken Souvlaki 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast cut in 1" piecesMarinade1 cup whole milk plain yogurt1/3 cup garlic olive oiljuice from half a lemon1 tablespoon oregano white balsamic2 teaspoons kosher saltfresh ground pepper to tastePlace the marinade ingredients into a bowl and whisk thoroughly. Add the chicken and marinade into a ziplock bag or large bowl with a cover. Refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours or up to 24 hours.  To cook the chicken, prepare a grill for indirect cooking, or preheat the oven to 400 F. The chicken can be cooked on skewers or in a single...

This dish takes just a few minutes to prepare and will wow any dinner guest. You can use any long, thin pasta such as spaghetti or linguini as well. Ingredients:1 pound bay or sea scallops 1/2 Cup flour2 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil for searing scallops4 Tablespoons Lemon Olive Oil 1 Lemon, zested and juiced 1 pound capellini, cooked al dente 1/3 Cup flat leaf parsley, chopped plus some for garnish Salt and Pepper to taste Method:If using bay scallops, leave whole. If using sea scallops, cut into halves or quarters. In a large bowl, combine flour with salt and...

Ingredients: 2 pounds yellow fleshed potatoes, like Yukon Gold, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks8 garlic cloves, peeled Salt and Pepper to taste¼ cup of your favorite flavored or unflavored Extra Virgin Olive Oil Method: Bring water to a boil in a large saucepan. Add potatoes, garlic and 2 teaspoons salt and cook at a brisk simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.Drain potatoes and garlic, reserving 1 cup of cooking liquid. Mash potatoes and garlic. Beat in olive oil and then thin to desired consistency with reserved cooking liquid. Check seasoning and serve.

This is a perfect summer salad and can be served with any meal, including brunch!Ingredients:4 ripe peaches, sliced4 ripe tomatoes, cut into bite sized pieces4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled plus more for garnish1/2 Cup red onion, chopped1/4 Cup pecans, choppedHandful fresh mint, choppedHandful fresh basil, choppedBlood orange olive oilSalt to tasteMethod:In a large bowl, combine peach slices and tomatoes. Add feta, red onion, pecans, and drizzle with olive oil. Add mint and basil and gently toss to combine, season with salt to taste. To serve, portion out each plate and sprinkle with feta. Serves 4

This salad will perk up any meal no matter the season. It's bright red color is cheerful and uplifting. Ingredients:1 small head of red cabbage, chopped2 oranges, peeled and chopped into bite size pieces 1/2 red onion, diced1 mango, peeled and cubed 1/4 Cup cilantro, chopped3/4 Cup Persian lime olive oil1/4 Cup Sicilian Lemon white Balsamic Salt and pepper to tasteMethod:Combine oil and balsamic in small bowl, whisk to combine and season to taste. Toss rest of ingredients in a large bowl and add as much dressing as desired. Toss gently to coat with dressing and serve immediately.Variations:Try this salad...