Italian Leccino Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Italian Leccino Extra Virgin Olive Oil

$20.00$36.00

Style:  Medium

This unique Italian oil is mild up front with a green flavor, moving to a small amount of bitterness and then a spicy, long lasting pepper finish. This is a great finishing oil or perfect for dipping bread and salads. Pairs well with any of our Balsamic Vinegars and Wine Vinegars.

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SKU: OV3702 Category: Product ID: 16495

Description

Origin:  Italy

Fruitiness:  Basil, Fresh Herb, Tomatoes, Banana, Butter, Artichoke

Pepper/Heat:  Score out of 5:   2.00     White Pepper

Complexity:  Score out of 5:    2.45

Culinary Uses:  Salads, Sauces, Bread, Pasta, Vegetables, Marinade, Soups

Ingredients:  Oil from olives

Nutrition:  1 T. = 120 calories, 9 grams fat

This oil is characteristic of the popular Leccino olives.  Fruity, green hints of slightly bitter aftertaste.  Traditional flavor for everyday use.

Recipes

  • Chinese Chicken Salad

    • Chinese Chicken Salad

      In a small bowl, whisk together oil, vinegar, salt, pepper and poppy seeds, set aside. Wash lettuce and tear into bite sized pieces.

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  • Turkey with Balsamic Pears

    Turkey with Balsamic Pears

    Season turkey with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat 1 T. oil and cook turkey until cooked through. Transfer to a plate, cover and keep warm.

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  • Buffalo Chicken-Topped Potatoes

    Buffalo Chicken-Topped Potatoes

    Scrub and pierce potatoes. Bake at 375 for 1 hour. When cool enough to handle, cut each potato in half lengthwise. Scoop out the pulp, leaving thin shells.

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  • Balsamic Poached Chicken

    Balsamic Poached Chicken

    Heat oven to 400. Place the potatoes in a roasting pan. Add the oil, salt and pepper and toss. Roast for 30 minutes, shaking the pan once.

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  • Broiled Tomato Sandwich

    Broiled Tomato Sandwich

    Preheat oven to broil. In a shallow bowl, whisk together the oil and vinegar. Marinate the tomatoes in the mixture, stirring occasionally. Meanwhile in a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, seasonings and 4 t. cheese. Spread mixture on each slice of toasted bread. Place marinated tomatoes on 2 slices and sprinkle with remaining cheese. Place on baking sheet and broil 5 minutes, until cheese turns golden. Serve immediately, open faced or closed.

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  •  Scallops with Prosciutto

    Scallops with Prosciutto

    Wrap each scallop with a thin slice of prosciutto and secure with toothpick. Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Place the scallops in the pan and cook about 2 minutes per side. Season with salt and pepper while cooking. Once each side is done, drizzle wine over the scallops and cook one more minutes. Remove, drain and serve on tray.

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  • Beef Tenderloin with Chocolate Sauce

    Beef Tenderloin with Chocolate Sauce

    Brush filets with 1 T. oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Heat remaining oil in skillet, add steaks and cook to desired doneness. Once done, remove meat from skillet and keep warm. Stir in shallot and cook for 1 minute. Add port and balsamic. Simmer until reduced to syrupy consistency. Add the beef stock and crushed rosemary, return to a simmer. Once the sauce starts to simmer, whisk in chocolate until it melts. Pour sauce over steaks to serve.

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