Tag: extra virgin olive oil

Maple Mustard Dressing

Maple Mustard Dressing

Maple Mustard dressing is a full-bodied dressing that is especially delicious when served with fresh fruit in your salads. My sister makes the dressing for our family gatherings and drizzles it over mixed field greens with fresh, sliced pears or mangos, and Trader Joe’s candied pecans. The dressing (and the salad) are a family favorite!

Pecan Basil Pesto with Pasta (GF)

Pecan Basil Pesto with Pasta (GF)

During the summer when basil is abundant (and potentially taking over your garden!), is the perfect time to make pesto.  The traditional pesto most of us are familiar with uses pine nuts but in this recipe toasted pecans are the secret ingredient. Pecan Basil Pesto with Pasta (GF) is a “nutty” twist on pesto. It’s a subtle yet delightful variation of a very popular classic.

Classic Caprese Salad

Classic Caprese Salad

This Classic Caprese Salad recipe is so easy that a formal recipe really isn’t required! The key to a great Caprese Salad (as with most Italian recipes) is to use the best and freshest ingredients possible – ripe heirloom tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, and fresh Mozzarella. Summertime is the perfect time for Classic Caprese Salad because it’s when tomatoes are in-season, abundant, sweet, and gorgeous.