Olive oil and herbs replace Popeye and olive oil

Olive oil and herbs replace Popeye and olive oil

I guess I'm showing my age, but it sounded like a fancy title if you're of my generation that loved Popeye defending Olive Oyl from Bluto/Brutus (see note below on the two names).

Why we mix fresh herbs with EV olive oil is often asked. Let me show you some bullet point answers:

– EV (Extra Virgin) olive oil has little flavor, so it won’t add any flavor to your already flavorful herbs

– EVOO is one of your healthier oils with low trans fats

– EVOO acts as a preservative, so you can enjoy the flavors of fresh herbs all year round as the oils in olive oil are preserved

– EVOO is not cloudy, so the colors and patterns of the herbs can be seen in a glass jar.

In many recipes, most herbs are mixed in the final steps of cooking, so the time the oil is heated becomes very important. EVOO cannot withstand prolonged cooking at hot temperatures. EVOO breaks down in such situations, so it is best suited for preservation as a finishing touch to the recipe. One of the best uses is to use herb-infused EVOO with a mild red or wine vinegar in a simple salad dressing. Shave a few strips of Parmesan cheese over fresh spinach, sprinkle lightly with herb salad dressing and enjoy a healthy, delicious treat.

- Bluto was the original name for the cartoon character's first two years, and after two years, Hanna Barbera decided that "Brutus" was more appropriate. Bet you didn't know that!