Answers from Katherine Zeratsky, R.D., L.D. The main type of fat found in all kinds of olive oil is monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFAs). MUFAs are considered a healthy dietary fat. If you replace saturated and trans fats with unsaturated fats, such as MUFAs and polyunsaturated fats (PUFAs), you may […]
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Roasted Veggie Enchilada Casserole: This roasted veggie enchilada casserole recipe is a hearty, vegetable-packed dinner loaded with fresh Mexican flavors! It’s a great gluten-free main dish. Recipe yields 6 to 8 servings. Roasted Veggie Enchilada Casserole Print Recipe CourseEntree CuisineMexican Servings Prep Time 6 Servings 45 […]
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What is olive oil? Olive oil is a fat obtained from the fruit of the Olea europaea (olive tree), a traditional tree crop of the Mediterranean region. Whole olives are pressed to produce this distinctive oil. The oil is used in cosmetics, medicine, cooking, and soaps, and was also […]
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Kale Pesto Pizza: This kale pesto pizza recipe is a perfect weeknight meal! Kale lovers will appreciate the crispy kale on top, too. You can change up the toppings if you’d prefer, though! Recipe yields one large, 12-inch pizza or two smaller, 9-inch pizzas. Attention kale lovers! […]
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Baking with Olive Oil: Most people don’t think of using olive oil when baking, but it’s actually a great way to get more monounsaturated fat and polyphenolic compounds in your diet. Choose the lite, light, or mild type of olive oil for baking, especially savory breads and […]
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Thai Red Curry with Vegetables: This Thai red curry recipe is so easy to make at home! It’s much tastier than takeout and healthier, too. Feel free to change up the vegetables (you’ll need about 3 cups total) and skip the kale if you want a more […]
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The Most Versatile Version: You can use multipurpose fine virgin olive oil in almost any recipe. It is moderately priced despite being close in flavor to more expensive extra-virgin olive oils. Plus, you can use it in high-heat applications, so feel free to grab fine virgin olive […]
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Vegan Spaghetti alla Puttanesca: This easy vegan pasta alla puttanesca is perfect for busy weeknight dinners! It’s made with pantry staples but tastes super fresh and delicious. Recipe yields 4 generous servings. Vegan Spaghetti alla Puttanesca Print Recipe CourseMain Dish CuisineItalian Servings Prep Time 4 Servings 10 […]
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Tips for Cooking with Olive Oil: Although extra-virgin and virgin olive oils stand up to heat remarkably well, they do lose flavor as they’re heated, so they are best for uncooked dishes. Use them to harmonize the spices in a dish, to enhance and build flavors, and […]
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