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<![CDATA[CHIC CHEF - How To\'s/ Ideas & Blog]]>Sat, 13 Jul 2024 17:05:56 -0700Weebly<![CDATA[All Fired Up Brussel Sprouts]]>Sun, 07 Jun 2020 23:59:09 GMThttp://www.chicchefco.com/how-tos-ideas--blog/all-fired-up-brussel-sprouts

Savory, spicy Brussel sprouts with a bit of honey baked to crispy perfection

INGREDIENTS

1lb. Brussels sprouts- cleaned and halved
2 tablespoons Chic Chef Co. Habanero Olive Oil
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
Red pepper flakes (optional)

DIRECTIONS
1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees
2. Combine Brussels sprouts, olive oil, salt, honey, pepper, and red pepper flakes in a bowl; toss until coated. Arrange in a single layer on prepared baking sheet.
3. Roast in the preheated oven until Brussels sprouts are golden brown and tender, about 25 minutes.

]]><![CDATA[Pear Champagne Vinaigrette Anyone⁉️]]>Wed, 15 Nov 2017 05:06:38 GMThttp://www.chicchefco.com/how-tos-ideas--blog/pear-champagne-vinaigrette-anyoneThis is a light and lovely salad dressing that lends itself well to a simple and elegant salad. I love to use it on a salad of butter lettuce, arugula, blue cheese , and toasted pecans - simply delicious!"

]]><![CDATA[Chardonnay Citrus Vinaigrette]]>Wed, 15 Feb 2017 23:32:50 GMThttp://www.chicchefco.com/how-tos-ideas--blog/chardonnaycitrus-vinaigrette

Ingredients
MAKES 1½ CUPS

1 small shallot, finely chopped
¾ cup Chic Chef Co., premium olive oil
¼ cup Chic Chef Co.,Chardonnay vinegar
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
¼ teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Always make more salad dressing than you'll need. It doesn't take any longer to mix a big batch, and it means tomorrow night's salad will be ready in minutes. This recipe makes enough vinaigrette for three large salads. Combine all ingredients in a mason jar and shake and refrigerate.
Enjoy!

]]><![CDATA[Honey Chipotle Chicken]]>Thu, 12 Jan 2017 00:45:25 GMThttp://www.chicchefco.com/how-tos-ideas--blog/honey-chipotle-chicken

Chipotle Honey Chicken
Preheat oven to 350

Marinade for Chicken
¼ cup Chic Chef honey balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons Chic Chef chipotle olive oil
1tsp Dijon mustard
2 cloves garlic
5 fresh basil leaves
½ tsp oregano
1tsp finely chopped shallots
salt & pepper to taste
Put all ingredients in a bag with chicken breast , marinate for at 30 minutes.

Ingredients:

4 -skinless, boneless chicken breast
2 cups cherry tomatoes
2 tablespoons Chic Chef garlic oil
1lb. asparagus, trimmed
Black olives to garnish

Mix tomatoes, asparagus and olive oil together in a bowl set aside

]]><![CDATA[Fine Pairings]]>Tue, 27 Sep 2016 03:42:07 GMThttp://www.chicchefco.com/how-tos-ideas--blog/fine-pairingsMarinade: 1 part Oil to 1 part Vinegar
Vinaigrette: 2/3 parts Oil to 1 part Vinegar

Try These Fun Combinations:
“The Italian”: Premium Olive Oil with our Sicilian Lemon Balsamic is herby, sweet and zesty at the same time!
“Pineapple Colada”: You won’t believe you’re not in the tropics with this unusual combination of Pineapple White Balsamic and Blood Orange Olive Oil.
“The Orange Lover”: A true citrus experience with our Orange Olive Oil and Tangerine Balsamic Vinegar.
“Strawberry Mojito”: A fun new pairing using our Lime Olive Oil with our Strawberry Balsamic Vinegar. The sweet tart combination of tastes truly mimics the taste of a Strawberry Daiquiri.
“Fresh Limes”: For an exceptionally fresh lime explosion, combine our Lime Olive Oil with our Sicilian Lemon White Balsamic Vinegar.
“Mushroom Lovers”: A zesty sweet mushroom sensation by combining our Porcini Mushroom Olive Oil with our Fig Balsamic Vinegar.
“Zesty Pomegranate”: A mysteriously sweet combination keeps everyone guessing. Our Lemon Olive Oil combined with our Pomegranate Balsamic Vinegar. Unbelievable!
“Lemon Lover”: The name says it all, it truly tastes just like a Lemon Drop piece of candy. This fresh combination uses our Eureka Lemon Olive Oil and our Sicilian Lemon White Balsamic Vinegar.
“Tangerine Lovers”: Another great citrus experience pairing our Lemon Olive Oil with our Tangerine Balsamic Vinegar.
“Little Italy”: A perfect foundation for a traditional Italian vinaigrette. Simply our Garlic Olive Oil with our Oregano White Balsamic Vinegar.
“The Greek”: Your simplest foundation for our traditional Greek vinaigrette. Our Meyer Lemon Olive Oil with our Oregano White Balsamic Vinegar.
“Garlic Lovers”: A subtly sweet combination pairing our Garlic Olive Oil with our Fig Balsamic Vinegar.
Sweet Basil”: A sweet-herbal combination our Garden Fresh Basil Olive Oil with our Fig Balsamic Vinegar.
“Very Blueberry”: A wonderfully unique combination of R Orange Olive Oil with our Blueberry Balsamic Vinegar leaves your taste buds wanting more!
“Lemon-Up”: A three-way combination of Meyer Lemon Olive Oil, Lime Olive Oil and Sicilian Lemon White Balsamic Vinegar…a tasty treat similar to that of Lemon-Lime Soda.
“Blueberry Peel”: A unique pairing of one of our newest balsamics, Blueberry, with our Meyer Lemon Olive Oil. Unusually fun on with salads topped with fruit or even a fruit salad.
“Sweet Lemons”: A sweetly citrus combination of our Meyer Lemon Olive Oil & Honey Ginger Balsamic Vinegar. Excellent on salads, grilled chicken salad, marinades, & with seafood.
“Citrus Pineapple”: Our pairing of Meyer Lemon Olive Oil and our Pineapple Balsamic Vinegar brings out all pineapple with a touch of citrus flair.
“Sweet Mushrooms”: Our incredibly sweet combination of our Porcini Mushroom Olive Oil and our Honey Ginger Balsamic Vinegar. Sure to please any mushroom lover!
“Smokey Yet Sweet”: A little smokey from the Chipotle Olive Oil, and sweet as honey with our Honey Ginger Balsamic Vinegar. A little kick of spice makes this pairing very unique!
“Subtle Berries”: A mild berry flavor with hints of green notes, our unflavored EVOO and Pomegranate Balsamic Vinegar is great combination for salads.
“Strictly Strawberries”: This combination is all about Strawberries. It’s Arbequina EVOO with our Strawberry Balsamic Vinegar.
“More Cinnamon Please”: This unique combination of our Garden Fresh Basil Olive Oil with our Cinnamon Pear Balsamic Vinegar truly enhances the cinnamon with a subtle basil undertone.
“Citrus Cinnamon”: A fun combination of Persian Lime Olive Oil with our Cinnamon Pear Balsamic Vinegar, experience the notes of all three flavors!
“Sweet Limes”: The Persian Lime Olive Oil paired with our Pineapple Balsamic Vinegar makes the limes ever so sweet!
“Lemon Lime”: The name says it all, our Lime Olive Oil with our Sicilian Lemon Balsamic Vinegar.
“Sweet Cherries”: Our Rio Grande Orange Olive Oil with our Dark Cherry Balsamic Vinegar makes the cherries ever so sweet with just a hint of orange at the end.
“Subtle Cherries”: For a more subtle cherry sensation,, pair our Black Cherry Balsamic Vinegar with our Meyer Lemon Olive Oil, the lemon flavor lingers nicely.
“Smoky Sweet Chocolate”: Strange but true, this combination of our Dark Chocolate Balsamic Vinegar and our Chipotle Olive Oil is unbelievable! Simple rich chocolate with a smoky kick.
“Orangie Chocolate”: This one is all about Chocolate and Oranges. Our Dark Chocolate Balsamic Vinegar is paired with our Rio Grande Orange Olive Oil for a fun taste sensation.
“Ripe Pineapples”: Our Basil Olive Oil and Pineapple White Balsamic Vinegar create an initial sweet apple taste sensation with a ripe pineapple finish.
“Nutty Tropics”: No, it is not a place but a great combination of Persian Lime Olive Oil, Coconut and/or Pineapple Balsamic Vinegar.
“Sweet Oregano”: Simply the perfect taste impact of both Oregano and Fig. Our Oregano Oil and Fig Balsamic are an incredible blend.
“Chocolate Raspberry Cordial”: This is actually a three way combination vs. a “pairing”. Our enticing Raspberry Balsamic Vinegar, our lush Dark Chocolate Balsamic Vinegar combined with any of our premium unflavored EVOOs. Truly a special chocolate treat!
“Berries and Herbs”: Strawberry Balsamic Vinegar and our Garden Fresh Basil Olive Oil combine for a intense strawberry start with a sweet basil finish. One of our latest favorites, especially on summer salads.
“Raspberry Citrus”: This combination, our Meyer Lemon Olive Oil and Raspberry Balsamic Vinegar explodes with lemon upfront and closes with sweet raspberries.
“Sweet Ginger”: A must have combination for any Ginger lover. Meyer Lemon Olive Oil and Honey Ginger Balsamic Vinegar combine for a unique flavor profile with an intense ginger finish.
“All About Passion”: Oh, the sweet and passionate sensation! Blood Orange Olive Oil with our Mango Balsamic Vinegar.
“Tour of Italy”: Visit Tuscany and Modena with just one sip of this incredible combination; Taste of Tuscany Herb Olive Oil and Traditional Balsamic Vinegar. Mamma MIA!]]>