Chicken Salad
Ingredients Dijon Dressing 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil 2 lemons 1-2 garlic cloves, minced 3 tsp dijon mustard 1 tsp sumac 1/2 paprika Chicken Salad 3/4 lb (12 oz) cooked chicken (shredded) 1-2 shallots (chopped) 2 Clery stalks (chopped) 1 (15 oz.) can marinated artichoke hearts (drained and chopped) 1-2 oz sun-dried tomatoes (chopped) Approx cup packed, fresh Italian parsley (chopped) 1/3 cup shelled walnuts (chopped) Salt & Pepper Directions Make the Dressing: In a mixing bowl, add the olive oil, zest and juice of one lemon, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, sumac and paprika. Whisk to combine and taste. …
Chicken Salad
Ingredients Dijon Dressing 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil 2 lemons 1-2 garlic cloves, minced 3 tsp dijon mustard 1 tsp sumac 1/2 paprika Chicken Salad 3/4 lb (12 oz) cooked chicken (shredded) 1-2 shallots (chopped) 2 Clery stalks (chopped) 1 (15 oz.) can marinated artichoke hearts (drained and chopped) 1-2 oz sun-dried tomatoes (chopped) Approx cup packed, fresh Italian parsley (chopped) 1/3 cup shelled walnuts (chopped) Salt & Pepper Directions Make the Dressing: In a mixing bowl, add the olive oil, zest and juice of one lemon, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, sumac and paprika. Whisk to combine and taste. …
Lettuce Wraps
Ingredients 1 Tbsp olive oil 1 lb ground chicken 1 pinch salt & pepper 1 lb shiitake mushrooms *any mushrooms will work, just be sure they’re finely chopped* 1 yellow onion diced 1 cup matchstick carrots 1 can water chestnuts (finely chopped) 4 green onions (sliced) 1 head leaf lettuce (romain or iceberg will also work) Sauce 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce 1 tbsp sesame oil 1 tbsp honey 4 cloves garlic (minced) 1 tbsp freshly minced ginger (sub 1 tsp dried if needed) 1 tsp sriracha (optional) Directions In a large pan over med-high heat, heat olive oil. …
Lettuce Wraps
Ingredients 1 Tbsp olive oil 1 lb ground chicken 1 pinch salt & pepper 1 lb shiitake mushrooms *any mushrooms will work, just be sure they’re finely chopped* 1 yellow onion diced 1 cup matchstick carrots 1 can water chestnuts (finely chopped) 4 green onions (sliced) 1 head leaf lettuce (romain or iceberg will also work) Sauce 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce 1 tbsp sesame oil 1 tbsp honey 4 cloves garlic (minced) 1 tbsp freshly minced ginger (sub 1 tsp dried if needed) 1 tsp sriracha (optional) Directions In a large pan over med-high heat, heat olive oil. …
Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Soup
Ingredients 1 pound Italian sausage, casings removed 1 onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 3 cups chicken broth 2 cups heavy cream 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 cups baby spinach 1 cup sliced mushrooms 1 cup diced tomatoes 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon dried basil Salt and pepper to taste 2 tablespoons olive oil Directions In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot, and cook until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 …
Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage Soup
Ingredients 1 pound Italian sausage, casings removed 1 onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 3 cups chicken broth 2 cups heavy cream 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 cups baby spinach 1 cup sliced mushrooms 1 cup diced tomatoes 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon dried basil Salt and pepper to taste 2 tablespoons olive oil Directions In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot, and cook until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 …
Apple Crisp
Crumble 1 cup whole oats 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/3 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional) 1 tsp ground cinnamon 1/4 tsp salt 1/2 cup UP Extra Virgin Olive Oil Apple Filling 8 large apples (granny smith are ideal to balance the sweetness), peeled and chopped into 1” pieces 1 tbsp granulated sugar ½ tsp ground cinnamon ½ tsp ground cardamom 3 tbsp all-purpose flour Directions Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a large bowl, add all your dry crumble ingredients, mix well then add in your Durant Arbequina Extra Olive Oil and mix until large …
Apple Crisp
Crumble 1 cup whole oats 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/3 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional) 1 tsp ground cinnamon 1/4 tsp salt 1/2 cup UP Extra Virgin Olive Oil Apple Filling 8 large apples (granny smith are ideal to balance the sweetness), peeled and chopped into 1” pieces 1 tbsp granulated sugar ½ tsp ground cinnamon ½ tsp ground cardamom 3 tbsp all-purpose flour Directions Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a large bowl, add all your dry crumble ingredients, mix well then add in your Durant Arbequina Extra Olive Oil and mix until large …
White Bean Chicken Chili
Ingredients 2 tablespoons UP extra virgin olive oil 1 onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth 1 (18.75 ounce) can tomatillos, drained and chopped 1 (16 ounce) can diced tomatoes 1 (7 ounce) can diced green chiles 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander seed 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin 1 pound diced or shredded, cooked chicken meat 1 (15 ounce) can white beans 2 ears fresh corn, kernels cut from cob 1 pinch salt and black pepper to taste Directions Place olive oil in a pan and heat. Add onion and garlic and cook …
White Bean Chicken Chili
Ingredients 2 tablespoons UP extra virgin olive oil 1 onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth 1 (18.75 ounce) can tomatillos, drained and chopped 1 (16 ounce) can diced tomatoes 1 (7 ounce) can diced green chiles 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander seed 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin 1 pound diced or shredded, cooked chicken meat 1 (15 ounce) can white beans 2 ears fresh corn, kernels cut from cob 1 pinch salt and black pepper to taste Directions Place olive oil in a pan and heat. Add onion and garlic and cook …
Balsamic Vinegar Overnight Oats
Ingredients ⅔ cup milk ⅓ cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt 1 cup old-fashioned oats 1 tbsp chia seeds 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar of choice (raspberry, strawberry, maple are all great choices) ½ medium banana, mashed 1 cup fresh blueberries 1 cup fresh sliced strawberries ¼ cup chopped walnuts Directions Combine milk, yogurt, oats, chia seeds, balsamic vinegar and banana in a mixing bowl and stir together well. Divide oat mixture into 2 jars with lids. Top each with half the blueberries, strawberries, and walnuts. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Balsamic Vinegar Overnight Oats
Ingredients ⅔ cup milk ⅓ cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt 1 cup old-fashioned oats 1 tbsp chia seeds 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar of choice (raspberry, strawberry, maple are all great choices) ½ medium banana, mashed 1 cup fresh blueberries 1 cup fresh sliced strawberries ¼ cup chopped walnuts Directions Combine milk, yogurt, oats, chia seeds, balsamic vinegar and banana in a mixing bowl and stir together well. Divide oat mixture into 2 jars with lids. Top each with half the blueberries, strawberries, and walnuts. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Breakfast Tacos
Ingredients 4 tortillas (corn or flour will work) 6 large eggs 1/4 cup milk 1/2 cup cheese, shredded 2 tsp Ultra Premium Olive Oil of your choice (garlic, cilantro and roasted onion, chipotle or jalapeño are great options) 1/2-3/4 cup of sausage (bacon may be used as well) 1 medium avocado, diced 1/2 cup diced tomatoes Salt and pepper, to taste Optional Toppings: guacamole, sour cream, hot sauce or salsa for serving Directions In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until well combined. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of your …
Breakfast Tacos
Ingredients 4 tortillas (corn or flour will work) 6 large eggs 1/4 cup milk 1/2 cup cheese, shredded 2 tsp Ultra Premium Olive Oil of your choice (garlic, cilantro and roasted onion, chipotle or jalapeño are great options) 1/2-3/4 cup of sausage (bacon may be used as well) 1 medium avocado, diced 1/2 cup diced tomatoes Salt and pepper, to taste Optional Toppings: guacamole, sour cream, hot sauce or salsa for serving Directions In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until well combined. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of your …
Italian Stuffed Peppers
Ingredients 4 large red bell peppers 2 teaspoons UP extra virgin olive oil 1 pound ground chicken or turkey 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes or up to ½ teaspoon if you like more spicy 1 can no salt added diced tomatoes with juices, 15 ounces 1 1/2 cups cooked brown rice farro, quinoa, cauliflower rice, or orzo (if using orzo, undercook it slightly) 1 cup shredded Mozzarella provolone (or a mix) ½ cup Parmesan divided 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil Directions Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F. …
Italian Stuffed Peppers
Ingredients 4 large red bell peppers 2 teaspoons UP extra virgin olive oil 1 pound ground chicken or turkey 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes or up to ½ teaspoon if you like more spicy 1 can no salt added diced tomatoes with juices, 15 ounces 1 1/2 cups cooked brown rice farro, quinoa, cauliflower rice, or orzo (if using orzo, undercook it slightly) 1 cup shredded Mozzarella provolone (or a mix) ½ cup Parmesan divided 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil Directions Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F. …
Yogurt Parfait with Olive Oil Granola
Ingredients For the Granola 3 cups oats 1 cup chopped nuts (almonds & pecans) 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds & sunflower seeds 1/2 cup honey 1/4 cup traditional balsamic 1 tsp salt 1/4 cup Ultra Premium Olive Oil For the Parfait 16 oz of yogurt Berries or other fresh fruit Granola Directions For the Granola Toss all in a bowl to mix ingredients well and bake on a cookie sheet at 300F for 40 minutes, stirring occasionally. Assemble the Parfait Take a glass or jar and begin by adding in a layer of granola at the bottom. Then add a layer …
Yogurt Parfait with Olive Oil Granola
Ingredients For the Granola 3 cups oats 1 cup chopped nuts (almonds & pecans) 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds & sunflower seeds 1/2 cup honey 1/4 cup traditional balsamic 1 tsp salt 1/4 cup Ultra Premium Olive Oil For the Parfait 16 oz of yogurt Berries or other fresh fruit Granola Directions For the Granola Toss all in a bowl to mix ingredients well and bake on a cookie sheet at 300F for 40 minutes, stirring occasionally. Assemble the Parfait Take a glass or jar and begin by adding in a layer of granola at the bottom. Then add a layer …
Homemade Chicken Pot Pie
Ingredients For the Crust 2½ cups unbleached all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt 1 large egg, beaten (chilled) ⅔ cup olive oil, chilled for 1 hour prior to use 5 tablespoons ice cold water (1 tablespoon reserved) For the Filling 2 tbsp UP Olive Oil 1 medium onion, finely chopped 3 garlic cloves, minced 2 large carrots, diced 1 cup frozen vegetable medley 1 cup diced potatoes (small cubes) 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced 3 cups chicken broth 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup heavy cream or milk 1 tsp dried thyme Salt and pepper to taste Directions For …
Homemade Chicken Pot Pie
Ingredients For the Crust 2½ cups unbleached all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt 1 large egg, beaten (chilled) ⅔ cup olive oil, chilled for 1 hour prior to use 5 tablespoons ice cold water (1 tablespoon reserved) For the Filling 2 tbsp UP Olive Oil 1 medium onion, finely chopped 3 garlic cloves, minced 2 large carrots, diced 1 cup frozen vegetable medley 1 cup diced potatoes (small cubes) 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced 3 cups chicken broth 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup heavy cream or milk 1 tsp dried thyme Salt and pepper to taste Directions For …
Creamy Homemade Hot Chocolate
Ingredients 3/4 cup white sugar, or to taste 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1 pinch salt 1/3 cup boiling water 3 1/2 cups milk 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup half-and-half cream 2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar (espresso, dark chocolate, raspberry are all good choices) Directions Combine sugar, cocoa powder, and salt in a saucepan. Add boiling water and whisk until smooth. Bring mixture to a simmer, stirring continuously to prevent scorching, and cook for 2 minutes. Stir in milk and heat until very hot without boiling. Remove from heat and add balsamic vinegar of your choosing. Add cream to each …
Creamy Homemade Hot Chocolate
Ingredients 3/4 cup white sugar, or to taste 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1 pinch salt 1/3 cup boiling water 3 1/2 cups milk 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup half-and-half cream 2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar (espresso, dark chocolate, raspberry are all good choices) Directions Combine sugar, cocoa powder, and salt in a saucepan. Add boiling water and whisk until smooth. Bring mixture to a simmer, stirring continuously to prevent scorching, and cook for 2 minutes. Stir in milk and heat until very hot without boiling. Remove from heat and add balsamic vinegar of your choosing. Add cream to each …
Holiday Cranberry and Orange Mimosas
Ingredients Cranberry Juice Orange Juice Sparkling white wine or champagne of your choosing Directions In ice cube trays, freeze your cranberry and orange juice. Once these are completely frozen, and you’re ready to enjoy your cocktail, remove the trays from your freezer. Add a mix of the orange and cranberry frozen cubes to your glass. Pour your bubbles over the top, serve and enjoy. Special Notes: For a special treat add a sugar rim to each glass before filling and serving. Add extra garnish and consider adding in whole cranberries or oranges to each drink.
Holiday Cranberry and Orange Mimosas
Ingredients Cranberry Juice Orange Juice Sparkling white wine or champagne of your choosing Directions In ice cube trays, freeze your cranberry and orange juice. Once these are completely frozen, and you’re ready to enjoy your cocktail, remove the trays from your freezer. Add a mix of the orange and cranberry frozen cubes to your glass. Pour your bubbles over the top, serve and enjoy. Special Notes: For a special treat add a sugar rim to each glass before filling and serving. Add extra garnish and consider adding in whole cranberries or oranges to each drink.
