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Olive Us Hummus

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This hummus is so darn good!!  It’s a quick and versatile way to create a dip for entertaining, snacking, or using as a spread!  Bonus…it’s nutritious too! Ingredients: 1 -19 oz. (540ml) can chickpeas (Garbanzo beans) 1 – 2 tablespoons liquid reserved from the can of chickpeas (optional depending on desired consistency) 3 tablespoons Olive…

Fresh Fruit Pasta Salad with Burrata and Almonds

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This mild and creamy fruit pasta dish can be enjoyed as a side, in a summer spread, or as a dessert. The addition of burrata works well to offer a creaminess that cuts the acidity of fresh fruit! As always, feel free to use other seasonal fruits and nuts of choice! Ingredients: 1 package Pappardelle’s…

Mini Meatloaves with Beer Mustard and Hellish Relish

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These ground beef bundles are chock-full of taste and nutrition! Crowd-pleasing and family-friendly, they compliment any dish very well and feature Canadian-made Hellish Relish and Gravelbourg Mustard. Bake them in tins as “muffins” to speed up cooking time (instead of a whole meatloaf) and for easy serving. Yield: approximately 12 to 15. Ingredients: 2 pounds…

Layered Potato and Zucchini Pesto Bake

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Three main ingredients and you’re on your way to a nourishing, flavourful, and easy dish sure to please a crowd! We recommend using in season zucchini and potatoes when you can; however, the basil pesto enhances the flavour of the vegetables no matter what time of year. Ingredients: 4 cups sliced zucchini 9 to 12…

Pesto Pasta with Zucchini Ribbons and Fresh Tomatoes

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This is a delicious pasta bowl recipe that can be a basic starting point or served just as is! In a large serving bowl, combine: -1 recipe Olive Us Pesto; see our recipe –  https://oliveusoils.com/2021/08/19/olive-us-pesto/ -1 package Pappardelle’s Sweet Basil Trenette pasta, cooked according to directions (or your favourite pasta. Check the amazing selection of…

Harissa Roasted Cauliflower

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Oh, the flavours!! This spicy roasted cauliflower recipe can easily be adapted to a tamed down version by switching to a different Olive Us oil such as Garlic or Herbs de Provence. The chickpeas add protein too. If by chance there are left-overs…those too can be eaten ‘as is’ or can be used in any…

Chicken & Grapefruit Salad with Mixed Greens

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Italian and grapefruit notes pair beautifully with chicken (or many other proteins) and greens. This recipe makes two meal-sized portions or serves four as a side. You can easily double or triple for a larger crowd. Salad Ingredients: 1 large chicken breast* (or fish or tofu can be used for protein instead) 2 Tbsp Olive…

Portuguese Fish Stew

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Ingredients: 1 1/2 lb skinless bass or grouper, cut into 1-2 inch chunks 3 tablespoons Olive Us mild Ultra Premium Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO), such as Chiquitita 2 bay leaves 1/4 cup white wine 1/2 cup water 2 teaspoons smoked paprika 1 small onion, thinly sliced 1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced 1…

Cavatappi Pasta with Mushrooms, Spinach & Crème Fraiche

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Make this quick and delish dinner tonight!  Tastes so good, you’ll wonder how it’s so easy to make! Cook the pasta according to the directions and drain.  Shown here is Pappardelle’s Pesto Cavatappi pasta (available at Olive Us Oil & Vinegar Tasting Room).  Sauté mushrooms in Olive Us Garlic olive oil and add to cooked…