Recipes

        Asparagus with Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipe Recipe Type: Asparagus, Balsamic Yield: 4 servings Prep time: 10 min Cook time: 3 min Ingredients: 2 pounds asparagus stalks, washed and trimmed* 3 tablespoons good-quality aged balsamic vinegar 2 tablespoons minced red onion 2 tablespoons LG med robust extra-virgin olive oil 1 clove garlic, minced 1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper Coarse salt to taste Preparation: Blanch the asparagus in lightly salted boiling water for about 3 minutes or until crisp-tender; do not overcook. Remove from heat and refresh under cold water; drain well. Arrange asparagus on serving platter or...

  Bruschette require high-quality , preferably artisan bread, not too aggressively sour. Half-inch slices of bread, either grilled over charcoal or toasted, take on different personalities depending on the type of olive oil and toppings used. Garlic Bruschetta 4 servings 8 slices grilled or toasted bread 2 large garlic cloves, peeled and cut into halves 1/4 cup (2 ounces) robust Liquid gold extra-virgin olive oil Fleur de sel and freshly ground black pepper Here is a chance to use a very robust extra-virgin olive oil.  Vigorously rub one side of each slice of bread with garlic. Generously brush each piece...

  Ingredients 2 trimmed, thinly sliced fennel bulbs 2 tablespoons finely chopped flat leaf parsley 4 tablespoons LG Milanese Gremolata Olive Oil 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice 1 teaspoon sea salt fresh ground pepper to taste 1/3 cup finely shaved Pecorino Romano 3 Cups mixed baby greens for presentation - optional Instructions Place the shaved fennel in a resealable Ziplock bag or bowl large enough to hold it.  Thoroughly whisk together the Gremolata Olive Oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and chopped flat leaf parsley.  Pour over the fennel and toss to coat.  Marinate in the refrigerator for two hours.  In...

     Brownie Ingredients 1/2 cup Liquid Gold California Arbosana Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1 cup white sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 eggs 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1/3 cup unsweetened high quality cocoa powder 1/4 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional) Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x9 inch baking pan. In a medium bowl, mix together the olive oil, sugar, and vanilla. Beat in eggs. Combine flour, cocoa, baking powder, and salt; gradually stir into the egg mixture until well blended. Stir in walnuts, if desired. Spread...