The Balsamic Reduction Explained

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When you need a burst of flavor in your cooking, balsamic reductions are the way to go. Intensely flavorful and versatile these reductions add gourmet flare and exquisite taste to desserts, baked goods, grilled vegetables, meats, sauces and beverages. Here's how: 1 to 2 cups Balsamic Vinegar 1) Heat vinegar in a saucepan over medium heat until bubbling. Reduce heat to medium-low and continue to simmer until reduced by half the volume and thickened. Stir occasionally making sure it's not boiling rapidly ... just a low simmer is what you are going for.2) Cool and store in fridge for up to...
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Pork Tenderloin with Molasses, Bacon and Porcini Vinaigrette

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Ingredients 6 T. Porcini Extra Virgin Olive Oil 2 lbs. pork tenderloin Salt and pepper 1/2 lb. bacon, cooked and crumbled for garnish 1 T finely chopped garlic 1 tsp. finely chopped fresh rosemary 1/3 C. 18-Year Traditional or Fig Balsamic Vinegar 2 T. dark molasses 1 T. fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped Directions: Preheat oven to 350°.  Season pork with salt and pepper.  Brown pork in 3 T. Porcini EVOO for 3-5 minutes until brown.  Roast in oven until internal temperature reaches 165°.  Transfer to a serving platter and keep warm.  Pour cooking juices from the pan over sliced meat....
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Basic Balsamic Vinaigrette

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This versatile vinaigrette uses our premium natural olive oil and our 18-year aged balsamic, but can be varied by substituting flavored olive oils and/or balsamic vinegars. Experiment! Ingredients 1/3 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil such as Koroneiki, Leccino or Coratina 1/3 Cup 18-Year Balsamic Vinegar 2 teaspoons fresh Thyme, chopped 1/4 teaspoon Salt 1/8 teaspoon White Pepper 1 Tablespoon fresh Basil, chopped Directions Combine all ingredients in a screw-top jar.  Cover and shake.  Makes 2/3 cup.
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