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getting more from extra virgin olive oil

great for marinating fish or meat

light frying and sautéing

dunk chunks of warmed ciabatta (also good: 1 part balsamic to 3 parts oil)

mash potatoes with, instead of, or together with butter

rub potatoes with prior to roasting

fry an egg in a little, very hot oil – unbelievable!

add to the mixture for scrambled eggs

a simple French Dressing – oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, pinch of sugar – mix & shake in a jar!

Extra virgin olive oil

drizzle over...

toasted ciabatta, rubbed with garlic

salad leaves (with or without quality balsamic)

roasted vegetables

tomato based pasta sauces

durum wheat pasta with freshly ground black pepper

jacket & new potatoes

pizza, bruschetta and antipasto

sauces and soups

grilled or barbequed white fish, steak, chicken or pork