
Does Olive Oil Boost Metabolism and Reverse Aging?
Olive oil is an oil obtained from the olive (Olea europaea; family Oleaceae), a traditional tree crop of the Mediterranean Basin. The oil is produced by grinding whole olives and extracting the oil by mechanical or chemical means. It is commonly…

Comparative Properties of Common Cooking Fats
Comparative properties of common cooking fats (per 100g)
Total Fat
Saturated Fat
Monounsaturated Fat
Polyunsaturated Fat
Smoke Point
Sunflower oil
100g
11g
20g
69g
225 °C (437 °F)[a]
Soybean oil
100g
16g
23g
58g
257 °C (495 °F)[a]
Olive…

A Brief History About Balsamic Vinegar
A Brief History About Balsamic Vinegar
The same country that brought you such notable artists as Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci, as part of the Renaissance, also provides a culinary artistry that offers incomparable quality and taste -…

Skinless Chicken Breast with Balsamic Salsa
Are you hungry for a chicken dish with exotic flare and Gourmet Blends? Here’s an easy recipe that all food lovers can enjoy. This easy recipe can be prepared anywhere by anyone having little to no prior cooking experience.
Ingredients:
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Iris’ Beef (variations) with Traditional Balsamic Vinegar Marinade

Iris’ Arugula, Tomato and Feta Cheese Salad with Traditional Balsamic Vinegar

Roasted Carrots with Traditional Balsamic Vinegar
Ingredients
1 lb. carrots, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch wedges.
1/4 cup Gourmet Blends Traditional Balsamic Vinegar
2 Tbs. minced fresh rosemary
2 cloves minced garlic
1/4 tsp. paprika
1 Tbs. good extra virgin olive oil
Salt/Pepper (fresh…

Iris’ Baba Ghanoush with Traditional Balsamic Vinegar
Ingredients
1 large eggplant
1/2 c. tahini (sesame paste)
1 large clove garlic (more if you want but start w/ 1)
1/4 c. fresh lemon juice
1/4 tsp. cumin
1 Tbs. Gourmet Blends Traditional Balsamic Vinegar
Salt/pepper to taste
Great quality…

Ann’s Harvest Salad for Two with Pomegranate Balsamic Vinegar and Lime Olive Oil
Ingredients
Enough Lettuce (mixed greens, butter - your choice) for two salads
1 ripe pear (Bosc, Bartlett, etc. - your choice)
2 Tbls. dried cranberries
2 Tbls. walnuts
2 Tbls. Gourmet Blends Pomegranate Balsamic Vinegar
2 Tbls. Gourmet…

Raspberry Balsamic Vinegar and Feta Salad
Directions
1) Line salad bowls with spring greens
2) Top with:
- Fresh Raspberries
- Crumbled feta cheese
- Toasted Slivered almonds
3) Drizzle with Gourmet Blends: Lime Olive Oil and Raspberry Balsamic Vinegar
This recipe is from the adventurous…