One of my favorite appetizers — Bruschetta
Grilled bread slathered with creamy, lemony ricotta and piled with sweet, garlicky, and juicy oven roasted tomatoes. A little drizzle of aged balsamic vinegar and I am in heaven!!
Roasted Cherry Tomato Bruschetta
Ingredients 1 lb cherry or grape tomatoes 6-7 cloves of garlic, peeled and smashed Generous sprinkle of salt Fresh cracked pepper 4-6 sprigs of oregano (divided) 6-7 tablespoons O&V Garlic EVOO 1
Grilled Pineapple with Balsamic Glaze
Ingredients 1 fresh pineapple 3 tablespoons brown sugar 1 tablespoon Maple syrup 1 tablespoon O&V Blood Orange oil * 1 tablespoon lime juice Pinch of salt 1 teaspoon chili powder, optional (See
Grilling Your Dessert
Have you ever grilled pineapple? It is amazing. The high heat caramelizes the sugars and makes the pineapple just melt in your mouth.
Let’s Paloma!!
When I first tasted this Citrus Grapefruit vinegar with its sweet and tangy notes and slight grapefruit bitter finish, all I could think of was – it will make an amazing summer cocktail!
Citrus Grapefruit Paloma Cocktail
1 oz tequila or vodka 1 oz Citrus Grapefruit vinegar (2 tablespoons) ¼ oz Angostura Bitters (½ tablespoon) - optional ½ oz freshly squeezed Orange juice (1 tablespoon) ½
Granita Anyone?
This easy, healthier alternative to ice cream has its roots in Sicily. Paired with an unusual and delicious sweet basil sauce converts this shaved ice treat into an elegant and sophisticated dessert for a hot summer day.
Strawberry Granita with Sweet Basil Sauce
Ingredients 1 ½ lbs fresh strawberries, hulled 1/3 cup simple syrup 2 tablespoons lemon juice ¼ teaspoon kosher salt 2 cup fresh basil leaves ½ cup Basil EVOO * 1/3 cup pine
Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
This easy, flavorful, make-ahead salad will keep you full for hours thanks to protein packed chickpeas, plus all my favorite fresh vegetables, in one tasty bite!
Herby Chickpea Salad Recipe
Ingredients 16 oz can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed ½ orange bell pepper, chopped ¼ cup chopped red onion 1-2 ribs celery with leaves, chopped ½ cucumber, deseeded and chopped 1