Some Like It Hot: Cooking with Olive Oil

Cooking with Olive Oil

The Olive Orchard tackles the question: Is it OK to cook with extra virgin olive oil? Not surprisingly, opinions are all over the board. Experts DO agree on one thing: You should never heat extra virgin olive oil (or any oil, for that matter) beyond its smoke point. Breathing in the smoke from burnt oil is a health hazard. Use … Continue reading →

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How to Store Olive Oil

Olive Oil Bottle

Because of extra virgin olive oil’s high monounsaturated fat content, it can be stored longer than most other oils — as long as it is stored properly. When choosing your storage location, remember that heat, air, light and time are the enemies of oil. Keep It Dark The best storage containers for olive oil are made of tinted glass to … Continue reading →

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