Our olive oils are perfect for these types of cooking. Your dish will be imbued with the lovely aroma and flavor of our olive oils. Sugars in the food caramelize, moisture is drawn out and the texture of the food changes depending upon the intensity and duration of the heat applied. When making sauces, the goal is to heighten or complement the flavor of the food and not to mask it. A sauce should be used to add to the harmony of a dish.
Olive oil is the best fat ingredient for the creation of any cold or hot sauces.
Because water and olive oil don't bind naturally, the key to creating a stable dressing or sauce is the gradual addition of olive oil to the base while you whisk the mix. Do not add too much olive oil to the mix because the sauce will eventually break. Olive oil can also preserve the color of certain freshly made sauces. Covering a jar of fresh pesto with a thin layer of olive oil before refrigerating will help preserve the green color. Marinating in Olive Oil Marinades are acid, herb and spice or fat based.