Olive Oil

Olive oil, and in particular, extra virgin olive oil (or EVOO), has been used in cooking for centuries all around the Mediterranean. It is a staple of the "Mediterranean diet," which scientists have been studying for its protective, healthy qualities. Whether you read up on olive oil for its potential health benefits or just because it's delicious, there is a lot of benefit to adding extra virgin olive oil to your cooking.

If you're a power user of olive oil in your cuisine, you'll want to stock up on bulk olive oil. If you're just starting out in cooking with EVOO, here are a few tips to make it delicious.

Olive oil can replace your usual cooking oil in most circumstances as a heart-healthy, delicious alternative. There are a few things to take note of, however. For starters, extra virgin olive oil, or EVOO, can have a distinctive taste, so you'll want to taste test when adding it to salads. Additionally, extra virgin olive oil has a lower smoke point than many other oils, so you'll want to cook with it at lower temperatures to keep it from smoking. Corn oil, for example, smokes at 410 to 450 degrees Fahrenheit, whereas extra virgin olive oil smokes at 325 to 410 degrees.

That aside, extra virgin olive oil adds healthy flavor to any dish. You can use it to replace butter in many cases, particularly in savory dishes. Extra virgin olive oil works great in marinades, helping infuse your favorite meats with flavor. EVOO also makes an excellent addition to your favorite sauces. Drizzle a bit of EVOO on slices of French bread for an instant starter, or add it to cooked pasta or vegetables for texture and taste.

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