CHOCOLATE W/ TOASTED ALMOND SHORTBREAD
Recipe by Veronica Foods Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/4 cup almond flour, ground from toasted, blanched almonds 3/4 cup powdered sugar + 2 Tbs. 1/4 cup cocoa powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature 1/4 cup very fresh, UP extra-virgin olive oil such as Picual 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Directions Whisk salt, flour, finely ground toasted almonds, cocoa, and powdered sugar in a medium bowl until thoroughly combined. Using an electric mixer, beat butter in a large bowl until creamy. With mixer running, slowly pour in olive oil; mix well, then gradually …
CHOCOLATE W/ TOASTED ALMOND SHORTBREAD
Recipe by Veronica Foods Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/4 cup almond flour, ground from toasted, blanched almonds 3/4 cup powdered sugar + 2 Tbs. 1/4 cup cocoa powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature 1/4 cup very fresh, UP extra-virgin olive oil such as Picual 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Directions Whisk salt, flour, finely ground toasted almonds, cocoa, and powdered sugar in a medium bowl until thoroughly combined. Using an electric mixer, beat butter in a large bowl until creamy. With mixer running, slowly pour in olive oil; mix well, then gradually …
EVOO PUMPKIN DONUTS
Recipe by Veronica Foods Ingredients • 1 ⅔ cups all-purpose flour • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon • 1 teaspoon baking powder • 1 teaspoon kosher salt • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg • ¼ teaspoon baking soda • 1 cup granulated sugar • ½ cup mild EVOO (like CA Arbequina) • 2 large eggs • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract • 1 cup pumpkin purée • ¼ cup whole milk FOR THE GLAZE: • 1 cup powdered sugar, plus more if needed • 2 tablespoons whole milk, plus more if needed • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract • Shredded Coconut (optional) Directions …
EVOO PUMPKIN DONUTS
Recipe by Veronica Foods Ingredients • 1 ⅔ cups all-purpose flour • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon • 1 teaspoon baking powder • 1 teaspoon kosher salt • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg • ¼ teaspoon baking soda • 1 cup granulated sugar • ½ cup mild EVOO (like CA Arbequina) • 2 large eggs • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract • 1 cup pumpkin purée • ¼ cup whole milk FOR THE GLAZE: • 1 cup powdered sugar, plus more if needed • 2 tablespoons whole milk, plus more if needed • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract • Shredded Coconut (optional) Directions …
PRAWN CAKES WITH CILANTRO-CAPER AIOLI SAUCE
Recipe by Veronica Foods Ingredients 1 lb. raw, wild shrimp or Spot Prawns, peeled and deveined, finely chopped 1 small red bell pepper, finely minced 3 medium green onions, finely minced 1/3 cup finely minced cilantro leaves 2 medium garlic cloves, finely minced 1 large egg, beaten 1 cup + 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs 2 teaspoons sea salt approx. 1 cup of Chilean Coratina or any Ultra Premium, High Biophenol EVOO for frying Directions Heat 1″ of UP EVOO in a heavy, wide frying pan over medium-high heat to 350 degrees on a deep fry thermometer. In a medium …
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PRAWN CAKES WITH CILANTRO-CAPER AIOLI SAUCE
Recipe by Veronica Foods Ingredients 1 lb. raw, wild shrimp or Spot Prawns, peeled and deveined, finely chopped 1 small red bell pepper, finely minced 3 medium green onions, finely minced 1/3 cup finely minced cilantro leaves 2 medium garlic cloves, finely minced 1 large egg, beaten 1 cup + 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs 2 teaspoons sea salt approx. 1 cup of Chilean Coratina or any Ultra Premium, High Biophenol EVOO for frying Directions Heat 1″ of UP EVOO in a heavy, wide frying pan over medium-high heat to 350 degrees on a deep fry thermometer. In a medium …
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LEMON WAFFLES WITH STRAWBERRY-ORANGE COMPOTE
Recipe by Veronica Foods Ingredients Waffles 2 eggs 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 3/4 cups milk 1/2 cup Lemon Fused Olive Oil 1 tablespoon white sugar 4 teaspoons baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Fresh Strawberry-Balsamic Compote 3 cups sliced, fresh strawberries 1/2 cup Cara-Cara Orange-Vanilla White Balsamic 1 cup sugar Whip cream topping optional Directions For the Compote Place the sugar and 1/2 cup of balsamic in a heavy duty 2 quart sauce pan or larger. Heat over medium, swirling occasionally until the sugar is completely dissolved. Add the strawberries and cook at a simmer until …
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LEMON WAFFLES WITH STRAWBERRY-ORANGE COMPOTE
Recipe by Veronica Foods Ingredients Waffles 2 eggs 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 3/4 cups milk 1/2 cup Lemon Fused Olive Oil 1 tablespoon white sugar 4 teaspoons baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Fresh Strawberry-Balsamic Compote 3 cups sliced, fresh strawberries 1/2 cup Cara-Cara Orange-Vanilla White Balsamic 1 cup sugar Whip cream topping optional Directions For the Compote Place the sugar and 1/2 cup of balsamic in a heavy duty 2 quart sauce pan or larger. Heat over medium, swirling occasionally until the sugar is completely dissolved. Add the strawberries and cook at a simmer until …
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GOLDEN ROASTED ZUCCHINI & SQUASH
Recipe by Veronica Foods Ingredients 2 small zucchini cut into slices 2 small yellow squash cut into slices 12 oz small cherry tomatoes , sliced into halves 3 Garlic Infused olive oil ½ teaspoon of dried oregano ½ teaspoon of chopped fresh parsley Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 cup (2.4 oz) finely shredded Parmesan cheese Salt and Pepper Directions Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Place parchment paper or aluminum foil onto a 13 inch baking sheet. In a small bowl whisk together, the Garlic Infused Fused olive oil, garlic, parsley, and oregano. Place zucchini, yellow squash and tomatoes …
GOLDEN ROASTED ZUCCHINI & SQUASH
Recipe by Veronica Foods Ingredients 2 small zucchini cut into slices 2 small yellow squash cut into slices 12 oz small cherry tomatoes , sliced into halves 3 Garlic Infused olive oil ½ teaspoon of dried oregano ½ teaspoon of chopped fresh parsley Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 cup (2.4 oz) finely shredded Parmesan cheese Salt and Pepper Directions Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Place parchment paper or aluminum foil onto a 13 inch baking sheet. In a small bowl whisk together, the Garlic Infused Fused olive oil, garlic, parsley, and oregano. Place zucchini, yellow squash and tomatoes …
HERB MARINATED SHRIMP
Recipe by Veronica Foods Ingredients 2 lbs. of large shrimp, peeled and deveined (16-20) 3 minced garlic cloves 1 diced medium yellow onion ¼ cup of minced parsley ¼ cup of minced fresh basil 1 teaspoon of mustard 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard 2 teaspoons of kosher salt ½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper ¼ cup of lemon fused olive oil – extra for grill Directions Combine all the ingredients and allow them to marinate over night with the shrimp. Making the shrimp – Thread the shrimp onto the pre-soaked skewers. Heat your grill and brush with olive oil to …
HERB MARINATED SHRIMP
Recipe by Veronica Foods Ingredients 2 lbs. of large shrimp, peeled and deveined (16-20) 3 minced garlic cloves 1 diced medium yellow onion ¼ cup of minced parsley ¼ cup of minced fresh basil 1 teaspoon of mustard 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard 2 teaspoons of kosher salt ½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper ¼ cup of lemon fused olive oil – extra for grill Directions Combine all the ingredients and allow them to marinate over night with the shrimp. Making the shrimp – Thread the shrimp onto the pre-soaked skewers. Heat your grill and brush with olive oil to …
MUSHROOM-SAGE EVOO TURKEY
Recipe by Veronica Foods Ingredients 1 Turkey about 12 pounds For The Brine 1 1/2 cups kosher salt 2 1/2 gallons cold water Roasting 3 tablespoons Delizia Mushroom Sage Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1 tablespoon freshly ground pepper 1/2-3/4 cups chicken stock, as needed Directions Place Turkey and enough brine to cover in a large pot. Refrigerate for 12 to 24 hours. If turkey floats to top weigh down with a plate and cans to keep it submerged in brine. Preheat oven to 400° rub 2 tablespoons mushroom sage extra virgin olive oil over the skin of turkey. Sprinkle pepper …
MUSHROOM-SAGE EVOO TURKEY
Recipe by Veronica Foods Ingredients 1 Turkey about 12 pounds For The Brine 1 1/2 cups kosher salt 2 1/2 gallons cold water Roasting 3 tablespoons Delizia Mushroom Sage Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1 tablespoon freshly ground pepper 1/2-3/4 cups chicken stock, as needed Directions Place Turkey and enough brine to cover in a large pot. Refrigerate for 12 to 24 hours. If turkey floats to top weigh down with a plate and cans to keep it submerged in brine. Preheat oven to 400° rub 2 tablespoons mushroom sage extra virgin olive oil over the skin of turkey. Sprinkle pepper …
PUMPKIN PEAR CRANBERRY BREAD PUDDING
Recipe by Veronica Foods Ingredients 8 slices cinnamon bread, cut into 1-inch cubes 4 large eggs, beaten 2 cups 2% milk 1 cup canned pumpkin puree 1/4 cup packed brown sugar ¼ cup of Butter Infused Olive Oil 4 tablespoons of Vermont Maple Balsamic Vinegar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/2 cup dried cranberries 1 cup of thinly sliced pears ¼ cup of walnuts / pecans (optional) Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a sauce pan over medium heat, cook Vermont Balsamic Vinegar with the brown sugar, once sugar is completely …
PUMPKIN PEAR CRANBERRY BREAD PUDDING
Recipe by Veronica Foods Ingredients 8 slices cinnamon bread, cut into 1-inch cubes 4 large eggs, beaten 2 cups 2% milk 1 cup canned pumpkin puree 1/4 cup packed brown sugar ¼ cup of Butter Infused Olive Oil 4 tablespoons of Vermont Maple Balsamic Vinegar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/2 cup dried cranberries 1 cup of thinly sliced pears ¼ cup of walnuts / pecans (optional) Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a sauce pan over medium heat, cook Vermont Balsamic Vinegar with the brown sugar, once sugar is completely …
PUMPKIN, SPICE & BOURBON BREAD
Recipe by Veronica Foods Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup cup whole wheat flour 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon baking powder 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon 4 large eggs 1 cup Picual Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1 cups granulated sugar 1/2 cup of brown sugar 1/4 cup of bourbon 1 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 teaspoon of all spice ½ teaspoon of ground cardamom 1 ¾ cup of pureed pumpkin 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional) Grease and flour two 8 x 4 inch pans. Directions Preheat oven to 350degrees F. Sift flour, with all your dry ingredients …
PUMPKIN, SPICE & BOURBON BREAD
Recipe by Veronica Foods Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup cup whole wheat flour 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon baking powder 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon 4 large eggs 1 cup Picual Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1 cups granulated sugar 1/2 cup of brown sugar 1/4 cup of bourbon 1 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 teaspoon of all spice ½ teaspoon of ground cardamom 1 ¾ cup of pureed pumpkin 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional) Grease and flour two 8 x 4 inch pans. Directions Preheat oven to 350degrees F. Sift flour, with all your dry ingredients …
SPICY FRIED CHICKEN
Recipe by Veronica Foods Ingredients 6 chicken thighs 6 chicken drumsticks 3 cups buttermilk 2 teaspoons salt 1 teaspoon pepper 3 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup cornstarch 1 tablespoon salt 1 tablespoon paprika 2 teaspoons onion powder 2 teaspoons garlic powder 1 teaspoon dried basil 1 teaspoon white pepper 1 cup of Baklouti Green Chile Fused Olive Oil ½ cup of Sage Fused Olive Oil 1 cup of Whole Fruit Lemon Fused Olive Oil 2 cup of Butter Infused Olive Oil Directions In a large mixing bowl, whisk together buttermilk, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Add in chicken …
SPICY FRIED CHICKEN
Recipe by Veronica Foods Ingredients 6 chicken thighs 6 chicken drumsticks 3 cups buttermilk 2 teaspoons salt 1 teaspoon pepper 3 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup cornstarch 1 tablespoon salt 1 tablespoon paprika 2 teaspoons onion powder 2 teaspoons garlic powder 1 teaspoon dried basil 1 teaspoon white pepper 1 cup of Baklouti Green Chile Fused Olive Oil ½ cup of Sage Fused Olive Oil 1 cup of Whole Fruit Lemon Fused Olive Oil 2 cup of Butter Infused Olive Oil Directions In a large mixing bowl, whisk together buttermilk, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Add in chicken …
DARK CHOCOLATE – BLOOD ORANGE BUNS
Recipe by Veronica Foods Ingredients 3 teaspoons active dry yeast 3 1/2 cups flour 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 1/3 cup lukewarm cream or half & half 1/3 cup warm lukewarm water 2 large eggs 1/3 cup sugar 1/2 cup of Blood Orange Fused Olive Oil 1 teaspoon fresh grated orange zest 16 – 1″ chunks of dark chocolate or 5-6 dark chocolate morsels for each bun 1 egg beaten for glazing the buns Sweet Orange Glaze 1 cup (4 ounces) confectioners’ sugar 1 tablespoon half and half 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice Directions Follow the directions for your bread machine, …
DARK CHOCOLATE – BLOOD ORANGE BUNS
Recipe by Veronica Foods Ingredients 3 teaspoons active dry yeast 3 1/2 cups flour 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 1/3 cup lukewarm cream or half & half 1/3 cup warm lukewarm water 2 large eggs 1/3 cup sugar 1/2 cup of Blood Orange Fused Olive Oil 1 teaspoon fresh grated orange zest 16 – 1″ chunks of dark chocolate or 5-6 dark chocolate morsels for each bun 1 egg beaten for glazing the buns Sweet Orange Glaze 1 cup (4 ounces) confectioners’ sugar 1 tablespoon half and half 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice Directions Follow the directions for your bread machine, …
TURKEY – PESTO MEATBALLS
Recipe by Veronica Foods Ingredients 2 Tablespoons Spicy Calabrian Pesto Olive Oil 2 Tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese 1 large egg 1 Teaspoon Black pepper 3 leaves fresh basil 1 Teaspoon of salt 1 ½ pounds of ground turkey 1 chopped garlic clove ¼ cup chopped yellow onion Directions In a bowl combine the parmesan cheese, egg, pepper, chopped basil, salt, ground turkey, garlic, and chopped onions, mix the ingredients well, then form small balls Heat the Spicy Calabrian Pesto Olive Oil in a medium skillet on medium heat. Put the meatballs in the heated oil and brown on all sides. …
TURKEY – PESTO MEATBALLS
Recipe by Veronica Foods Ingredients 2 Tablespoons Spicy Calabrian Pesto Olive Oil 2 Tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese 1 large egg 1 Teaspoon Black pepper 3 leaves fresh basil 1 Teaspoon of salt 1 ½ pounds of ground turkey 1 chopped garlic clove ¼ cup chopped yellow onion Directions In a bowl combine the parmesan cheese, egg, pepper, chopped basil, salt, ground turkey, garlic, and chopped onions, mix the ingredients well, then form small balls Heat the Spicy Calabrian Pesto Olive Oil in a medium skillet on medium heat. Put the meatballs in the heated oil and brown on all sides. …
