SIDES

You could go to the best restaurant on the planet and order the most delicious entree of all time, but if it arrives on your table sitting there all alone on the plate, you’re going feel at least a little ripped off aren’t you? Entrees may be the main event, but they need sides. Sides can also be standalone and served in all kinds of situations. They may be the unsung hero of the dining world, but they’re also its workhorses. You can work magic with sides and we want to help you.

Coconut Pumpkin Curry Soup

2 tbs Olive Us Cilantro & Roasted Onion Olive Oil 1 small white onion, minced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp ginger, minced 1 tbs mild curry powder 1/2 tsp garam masala – can be made by combining equal parts cinnamon, pepper, cardamom, cumin, coriander, nutmeg, and clove 1 1/2 cups vegetable stock 1 can…
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Creamy Braised Cabbage

Mains, Recipes, Sides
Ingredients: Best pan: Oven-safe skillet or shallow Dutch oven 1 large green cabbage 4 tbsp Olive Us mild extra virgin olive oil (i.e. – Arbequina) 1 medium white onion, diced 6 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp Italian seasoning Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste 8 oz mascarpone 1 cup vegetable stock Olive Us Hot…
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Leftover Mashed Potato Gnocchi

Mains, Recipes, Sides
Ingredients: 2 cups cold leftover mashed potatoes 1 – 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour (start with 1 cup) 1 egg, lightly beaten 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 cup Olive Us Milanese Gremolata Olive Oil 1 large shallot, finely minced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup white wine OR vegetable broth 2 Tbsp butter or additional extra virgin olive…
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Olive Oil Roasted Lemon Garlic Potatoes

These Greek style lemon roasted potatoes are a perfect side dish with our Chicken Souvlaki skewers! 2 pounds waxy skin potatoes cut in half (or quarters if large) Marinade: 1/2 cup Olive Us Lemon Fused Olive Oil 5 cloves fresh garlic, minced 3 Tablespoons Olive Us Oregano White Balsamic 1/2 cup chicken stock or water…
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Pasta in a Pinch

The simplicity of pasta! I love making this dish when I’m in a pinch and only have the basics on hand. It’s made delicious by the quality of the ingredients and allows your EVOO to stand out! 1/2 lb short cut pasta 1/4C Olive Us Single Varietal Extra Virgin Olive Oil (or sub Fused Leek…
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Spicy Korean Chicken Wings

Ingredients: 2-3 lbs. of chicken wings salt ground black pepper 3 minced garlic cloves 3 tablespoons Olive Us Baklouti Chili Fused Olive Oil 1/2 teaspoon Korean chili powder, Gochugaru 2 tablespoons of soy sauce 1 tablespoon Olive Us Pomegranate (or Blackberry Ginger, etc) Dark Balsamic Vinegar 1 tablespoon of brown sugar 2 tablespoons water 1…
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Stuffed Mushroom Caps Florentine

6 medium portobello mushroom caps1 lb. bulk Italian sausage1 medium onion, diced4 cups fresh baby spinach leaves1 cup panko bread crumbs (1/2 cup reserved for topping)1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan1/4 cup Olive Us Garlic olive oil + 2 tablespoons1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)kosher salt and freshly ground pepper to…
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Rachel’s Summer Crostini

Ingredients:Bakery Baguette cut into 8, 1inch thick slices. 2 large heirloom tomatoes cut in half and diced1/3 cup Olive Us Ultra Premium Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO)1 tbsp Olive Us Aged Traditional Balsamic Vinegar or Elderberry Balsamic Vinegar1/3 cup fresh basil thinly sliced1 clove fresh garlic dicedFresh cracked pepperDash of Kosher salt8 slices of Mozzarella…
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Wedge Salad

Ingredients: 1 head iceberg lettuce 6 slices bacon cooked & crumbled 1 tablespoon chives, diced Dressing: 4 tablespoons Olive Us Garlic Olive Oil 3/4 cup low fat buttermilk 1 tablespoon juice from 1 lemon 1/4 cup Gorgonzola cheese Kosher salt Cracked pepper to taste Directions: Cook bacon and crumble when done – set aside Whisk…
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