Who Doesn't Love Avocado Toast?
The other morning, I had a perfect avocado staring me in the face and thought - avocado toast. I started with a slice of hearty spelt from Blue Grouse Bread. And, then topped it with an avocado mix made up of a mash of the following: 1 small avocado - (I ended up with a little left over that I stored away for an appetizer later) Small handful of fresh cilantro Juice of 1/3 of a lime 1/2 tsp of cumin 1 nice size garlic clove, minced 3-4 colorful cheery tomatoes Salt and pepper to taste 1/2 tsp. of nutritional...
You Can't Beat this Beet Recipe!
Jenny made this lovely beet recipe with our Rasara EVOO from Frantoio di Cornoleda in the Veneto in Italy. It is so quick, easy and flavorful. Give it a try! 1 ½ pound beets (3 to 5 medium), 1 inch of tops and tails attached 1 Tbs. red-wine vinegar 1 Tbs. Olioveto cooking EVOO Optional: 2 Tbs. red wine 8 ounces of fresh goat cheese Olioveto Rasara EVOO for finishing Olioveto 10-year aged balsamic for finishin Directions Preheat oven to 450° Wash the beets and place them in a roasting pan. Drizzle with the red wine vinegar, 1 Tbs Olioveto...
A Twist on Olive Oil Cake (V)
During the holidays I was able to take some time to bake a cake. I had some fresh new pistachios from my friends in Bronte, Italy, along with their pura pistachio paste. I found a recipe from Pure Vegan cookbook by Joseph Shuldiner, and then made some adjustments to get the perfect cake that was loved by all. It is simple and packs a punch in both flavor and presentation. I used our Bio Blend from Torre Bianca to make it extra special. Even if not at the holidays, it still looks and tastes so special. Give it a try....
Quick and Yummy Breakfast
Jenny likes to start her day off with a hearty spelt Blue Grouse Bread slice. Even though that alone is wonderful, she makes it even more special by adding a topping - Here is what she does: Toast the bread. Then spreads on some ricotta cheese. This cheese is a nice goat ricotta from our friend Edit who we met at the Telluride Farmers Market. She has lovely goats and chickens in Hesperus, Colorado. Next, of course, drizzle it with Torre Bianca Bio Blend EVOO. And, lastly, top it off with a sprinkle of Maldon sea salt. You can substitute...