tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13668827.post7855912865300873351..comments2024-03-18T16:54:31.937-04:00Comments on Recipes for a Postmodern Planet: Affogato MochaSarah Beamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09046888690482366164noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13668827.post-53894082859840450232012-03-25T16:54:17.279-04:002012-03-25T16:54:17.279-04:00Kelly, I have never had olive oil go rancid on me ...Kelly, I have never had olive oil go rancid on me (and I live in the humid, hot South), so I wouldn't get too hung up on that. I almost always buy the least expensive, largest container of extra-virgin olive oil at the store. I use so much of it, and it is simply so expensive that I just chosoe the most frugal route when it comes to that particular item. Also, olives are not the most pesticide-ridden crop out there, so I don't worry about buying organic in this case. It is true that the higher-quality olive oil tastes better, but since I rarely drink the stuff straight up, the difference in flavor would be lost amongst the other flavors in the finished dish.<br /><br />Also, if you have any concerns about rancidity, you may want to buy the largest container (for lower cost-per-ounce), and keep the large container in a dark cupboard or pantry, using it to refill a smaller container that is kept out for use by the stove.Sarah Beamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09046888690482366164noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13668827.post-86729087142512033632012-03-25T16:15:51.684-04:002012-03-25T16:15:51.684-04:00Sarah,
I love reading your blog and all the great ...Sarah,<br />I love reading your blog and all the great recipe ideas. I am really trying hard to eat healthy whole foods - with a vegetarian slant. It is a challenge since I don't particularly care for cooking - but am making every effort. Can you share your thoughts regarding olive oil? At the store there are several price points for olive oil - the higher end running $20 for a bottle. When buying olive oil do you think it is worth putting your frugal self aside to shell out money for the higher quality stuff? I've also read that you should purchase the smallest size so it doesn't go rancid on you.Kellynoreply@blogger.com