Filet of Swai Marinated in Blood Orange Olive Oil and Sautéed in Tuscan Herb Olive Oil
Tom Harper
Ken Decesare stopped in the store and shared this wonderful fish recipe which with a fish grilling basket would make a great choice for meal on the boat during a warm sunny day on Lake Blue Ridge. Filet of Swai Marinated in Blood Orange Olive Oil and Sautéed in Tuscan Herb Olive Oil Serves 2 Ingredients: 2 filets of Swai (a white-flesh fish typically available in fillet form with a sweet mild, taste and light flaky texture that can be broiled, grilled, or coated with breadcrumbs. It can be prepared simply, but also takes well to sauces). 2 tablespoons BROOC...
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Caprese Veronica
Tom Harper
This recipe created by Scott McCoy who works in our store and loves our Tuscan Herb Olive Oil & 18 Year Aged Balsamic Vinegar so much that he named this salad after our supplier and called it Caprese Veronica. Directions: Caprese Veronica Serves two – 3 people depending on size of tomatoes Ingredients: 2 red tomatoes (preferably an heirloom) 1 yellow tomato 1 package of pre-cut Mozzarella cheese 1 small fresh basil plant or 6 large leaves of basil BROOC Tuscan Herb-infused extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) BROOC Traditional 18 year aged balsamic vinegar Preparing: Slice tomatoes evenly in ¼...
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Chicken Penne Pesto
Tom Harper
Donna, Scott and I enjoyed the wonderful pasta dish with our flavorful Caprese Veronica salad. Chicken Penne Pesto Ingredients: 1 box Brailla tri-colored penne pasta 1-1/2 cup fresh asparagus (1 inch pieces) 1 sweet red pepper sliced 1-1/2 cups Baby Bella Mushrooms sliced 1 can water packed artichoke hearts, rinsed drained and quartered 3 tablespoons BROOC Organic Tuscan Herd EVOO 1 tablespoon BROOC Cayenne Fused Olive Oil 2 teaspoons minced garlic 3 cups shredded cooked chicken 1 1/2 cups Kirkland Pesto with Fresh Basil from Costco (or two jars pesto sauce) 1 jar oil packed sun dried tomatoes, drained and...
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Baklouti Agrumato Croquettes
Tom Harper
Crispy-crunchy on the outside, with soft billowy spicy Baklouti Agrumato spiked potato on the inside, concealing a gooey melted cheese center. Oh yeah baby. Ingredients 3 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut in to 2" chunks 2 tablespoons BROOC Baklouti Chili Pepper Agrumato Olive Oil 1 tablespoon BROOC Garlic Infused Olive Oil 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 pound mozzarella cheese cut in to 1/2" cubes 3 large eggs 1 tablespoon finely minced flat leaf parsley 2 teaspoons sea salt Fresh ground pepper to taste 1 1/2 cups fine bread crumbs For frying: Certified Ultra Premium Extra Virgin Olive Oil with a...
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Tuscan Herb Balsamic Chicken Tenderloins
Tom Harper
This chicken strip recipe was sent in by Carolyn from Winter Garden, Florida. Her daughters, Brianna and Bri absolutely loved these chicken strips. Also this recipe would be a great addition to your Superbowl party! First: Coat each tenderloin with the following spices: Salt, pepper, garlic powder, and McCormick Garlic Roasted Herbs Second: prepare glaze for grilling tenderloins in a small bowl: BROOC Organic Tuscan Herb Olive Oil & BROOC Traditional 18 year aged Balsamic Vinegar Third: brush the olive oil and balsamic glaze over tenderloins while grilling... Cook chicken until it is white inside. Lastly: take off from grill and serve...
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Butternut Squash Chicken Chile
Tom Harper
What a great dish sent in from Tracy in Mineral Bluff Georgia. She had some leftover roasted chicken that she bought at Ingles grocery store the night before then added it to her recipe for Butternut Squash Chicken Chile using Chipotle Infused Olive Oil, Pumpkin Spice Balsamic and Vermont Maple Balsamic. What you will need: Leftover roasted chicken 1 medium sweet onion diced 2 tbsp Chipolte Infused Olive Oil 1/4 cup Pumpkin Spice Balsamic 1/4 cup Vermont Maple Balsamic 1 cup canned diced tomatoes 1 red bell peppers, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 butternut squash, cubed and peeled 2...
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Cranberry Goat Cheese with Cinnamon Pear Balsamic
Tom Harper
Hi Tom and Donna,
This is heavenly, Celebrity Cranberry and Cinnamon Goat Cheese I bought at Costco with a drizzle of Blue Ridge Olive Oil Company Cinnamon Pear Balsamic. Thank you for opening your store to Blue Ridge.
Happy Holidays
Liz & Bart
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Donna's Treat
Tom Harper
Try mixing the Blood Orange Fused Oil and the Dark Chocolate Balsamic Vinegar over Talenti Sea Salt Carmel Gelato – YUMMY. We tried it at the shop and I would have to say I was skeptical at first but once you mix it up together and take a bite… WOW. You’ve got to give it a try.
Thanks Blue Ridge Olive Oil Company, Brianna
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Linda's Cilantro Sicilian Lemon Salmon
Tom Harper
Salmon Baked in Foil - 4 servings Salmon 4 wild caught salmon filets - drizzle with a little of the cilantro and roasted onion olive oil, and season with salt and ground black pepper Sauce 2 tomatoes, chopped 2 shallots, chopped 2 Tbsp of the Cilantro & Roasted Onion olive oil 2 Tbsp of the Sicilian Lemon White Balsamic 1 tsp dried oregano 1 tsp dried thyme 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees 2. Place each seasoned salmon filet on a sheet of foil 3. Spoon the tomato mixture evenly over each salmon filet 4. Form the foil into packets, covering...
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Slow Cooker White Beans with Rosemary & Olio Nuovo
Tom Harper
Pasta Fagioli With Olio Nuovo - Hold The Pasta 1 pound Great White Northern Beans, rinsed and picked over 1 medium celery rib, coarsely chopped 2 large shallots, diced 1 large carrot, peeled and coarsely chopped 1/4 pound smoked bacon diced 2 large cloves of garlic, coarsely chopped 5 quarts chicken broth or stock, vegetable stock, or cold water 1 - 2" sprig fresh rosemary 1 dried bay leaf Directions Kosher salt and fresh ground pepper to taste (at least 1 tablespoon recommended if not using stock) 1/2 cup Robust Olio Nuovo such as Ultra Robust FS17, Coratina or Frantoio...
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