Posts Tagged ‘Oil’
Quince Paste and Olive Oil Cake
February 8th, 2009
Squid with Bacon and Garlic Oil
February 1st, 2009
Cilantro Oil
January 29th, 2009
Olive Oil Bread with Onions and Olives
January 18th, 2009Olive oil is a natural juice that preserves the taste, aroma, vitamins and properties of the olive fruit. It is the only vegetable oil that can be consumed as it is - freshly pressed from the fruit.
The beneficial health effects of olive oil are due to both its high content of monounsaturated fatty acids and its high content of antioxidants. Studies have shown that olive oil offers protection against heart disease by lowering LDL cholesterol (bad cholesterol) and raising HDL cholesterol (good cholesterol) levels. No other naturally produced oil has as large an amount of heart healthy monounsaturated fats as olive oil.
The stomach tolerates olive oil very well. Its protective function has a beneficial effect on ulcers and gastritis and lowers the incidence of gallstone formation.
Clearly one of the good oils, olive oil is known as a “healing fatâ€. Studies have shown that virgin olive oil contains antioxidants which protect you against colon, breast and skin cancer, heart disease and also has an anti-aging role.
Varieties of Olive oil
Olive oil comes in numerous varieties depending on the amount of processing involved. Some of them are:
The beneficial health effects of olive oil are due to both its high content of monounsaturated fatty acids and its high content of antioxidants. Studies have shown that olive oil offers protection against heart disease by lowering LDL cholesterol (bad cholesterol) and raising HDL cholesterol (good cholesterol) levels. No other naturally produced oil has as large an amount of heart healthy monounsaturated fats as olive oil.
The stomach tolerates olive oil very well. Its protective function has a beneficial effect on ulcers and gastritis and lowers the incidence of gallstone formation.
Clearly one of the good oils, olive oil is known as a “healing fatâ€. Studies have shown that virgin olive oil contains antioxidants which protect you against colon, breast and skin cancer, heart disease and also has an anti-aging role.
Varieties of Olive oil
Olive oil comes in numerous varieties depending on the amount of processing involved. Some of them are:
When buying olive oil you will want to obtain high quality flavorful Extra virgin olive oil. It is true that olive oil is very healthy but at the same time it is high in calories, so use it in moderation.Extra virgin: Considered the best and least processed, this oil is extracted from the first pressing of the olives.
Virgin: Taken from the second pressing of the olives.
Pure/Light: This oil undergoes some processing, such as filtering and refining and thus is a lesser grade olive oil. It is widely available in supermarkets and labeled as just ‘olive oil’.
Extra light: Undergoes considerable processing and only retains a very mild olive flavour.
How to store olive oil?
Olive oil should be kept in a cool and dark place and tightly sealed. Like any other oil, it can easily go rancid when exposed to air, light or high temperatures.
Because of all its health benefits, it is good to cook in Olive oil but it is not recommended for deep-frying.
Olive Oil
December 14th, 2008
Toasted Almonds in Chile Oil
December 10th, 2008
Putting Good Oil to Good Use…
November 25th, 2008
Yellow fin tuna, sage oil, hibiscus salt
November 18th, 2008
Grape Foccacia: The Joy of Artisan Olive Oil Dough
October 31st, 2008
Friday Nibbles - Olive Oil
October 24th, 2008
ROASTED GARLIC ‘n’ CHILI BREAD & OLIVE OIL MUSHROOM BRUSCHETTA - 3rd World Bread day
October 16th, 2008
ROASTED GARLIC ‘n’ CHILI BREAD & OLIVE OIL MUSHROOM BRUSCHETTA
October 13th, 2008
ROASTED GARLIC ‘n’ CHILI BREAD; & OLIVE OIL MUSHROOM BRUSCHETTA
October 12th, 2008
Jamie’s olive oil cake just got easier.
October 1st, 2008
Olive Oil Croutons and Creamy Caesar Dressing
October 1st, 2008
Cream of Fennel Soup with Parsley Oil
September 30th, 2008
Grilled Swordfish, Lentils with Truffle Oil
September 22nd, 2008
Olive oil mashed potatoes.
September 17th, 2008
Roast Beets with Lemon, Olive Oil & Mint; Time to Face a False Fear
September 13th, 2008
Figs and Olive Oil Thyme Cake
September 12th, 2008
Honey and Olive Oil Spelt Bread
September 11th, 2008
