4. Extra virgin olive oil
Olive oil adds refined flavoring, texture and aroma to almost anything. It’s the perfect medium for sautéing and isn’t overpowering.
Olive oil that is truly extra virgin has a distinguishing taste and is potent in phenolic antioxidants, the primary reason why (real) olive oil is extremely valuable to your health.
Extra-virgin olive oil can be your go-to for finishing and as a salad oil.
Tip 1: Pure olive oil should have excellent clarity,
Tip 2: it should contain a tinge of green to show that it was prepped when the olives were fresh and ripe.
Tip 3: Light can damage olive oil, so store it in a dark bottle.
Yummmm!