{"product_id":"olive-oil-for-dummies-isbn-9781394282869","title":"Olive Oil For Dummies","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBecome an olive oil expert with this fun guide\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEveryone loves a good bottle of EVOO. That's Extra Virgin Olive Oil, in case you didn't know. \u003ci\u003eOlive Oil For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e is full of things you might not know about how to taste, buy, store, and use this incredible—and increasingly popular—oil. Complete with recently discovered health benefits, fascinating history and lore, and mouthwatering recipes, this is the essential guide to understanding everything you need to know about  “liquid gold”. You'll learn to tell real olive oil from counterfeit, and how to determine its quality and value as well as recognize the healthiest EVOOs with this trustworthy Dummies guide. Look no further for clear, concise, and accurate information on all things olive oil. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiscover the history and extraordinary health benefits of olive oil\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExplore the power of anti-inflammatory and antioxidants we call polyphenols\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn to avoid fraudulent olive oil and, get the most for your money\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTest your oil to ensure quality and pair flavors with food\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStore olive oil properly and enhance its flavor and nutrients as you cook\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTry authentic, mouthwatering recipes rich in—you guessed it—delicious olive oil\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eOlive Oil For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e is an excellent choice for foodies, olive oil lovers, travelers, home cooks, chefs, medical professionals, and anyone looking to learn the health benefits of olive oil. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIntroduction 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout This Book 2\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFoolish Assumptions 4\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIcons Used in This Book 4\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeyond the Book 5\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhere to Go from Here 5\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 1: Introduction to Olive Oil 7\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1: Exploring the Story of Olive Oil 9\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDefining the Olive Tree throughout its History 10\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFrom wilderness to farm 10\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFrom ship to shore 12\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShaping ancient empires 12\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReligious and culinary influences 17\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecognizing the New World of Olive Oil 21\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGroves going west 21\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExpansion into Asia and beyond 23\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOlive oil in Africa 23\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2: Understanding Olive Oil Classifications 25\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecognizing the classifications of olive oil 26\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOlive oil categories 26\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClassification standards 29\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDefining Other Olive Oil Standards 31\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAustralia 32\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNaooa 32\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOocc 32\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePdo\/dop 33\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIgp\/pgi 34\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSlow Food Presidia 35\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOrganic 35\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3: Appreciating the Production Process 37\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProducing the Best Product 38\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTree care and maintenance 38\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKeeping enemies at bay 39\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnvironmental challenges 39\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHarvest time 40\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProcessing at the Mill 44\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eJuicing the fruit 45\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWaste not, want not 46\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStoring at the mill 47\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaintaining “Green” Groves 48\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBuilt-in sustainability of olive trees 48\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSustainable farming 49\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eModern mills 50\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4: Explaining Quality and Comparisons with Other Oils 53\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecognizing Quality Olive Oil 54\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOlive oil fraud 54\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDefective olive oil 56\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTesting Criteria for EVOO 57\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTasting panels and laboratory tests 58\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSensory categories 59\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eComparing EVOO to Other Oils 61\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat makes EVOO different 61\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBioactive compounds in EVOO 62\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 2: How Olive Oil Improves Health 65\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5: Choosing Healthy Fats 67\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIdentifying Different Types of Fat 68\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCorrelating fats to cholesterol and health 69\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding how fats relate to calories and weight 72\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDetermining the Benefits of Eating Healthy Fats 74\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOlive oil: A fat for life 75\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOther foods that contain nutrient-rich fats 76\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6: Incorporating Antioxidant and Anti-Inflammatory Polyphenols 79\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding Polyphenols 80\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlants have a survival instinct 81\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePolyphenols and inflammation 83\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKnowing the Extraordinary Polyphenols in EVOO 86\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNaturally high in polyphenols 86\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConditions that effect the levels of olive polyphenols 87\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7: Recognizing Olive Oil’s Role in the Mediterranean Diet 89\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFocusing on Olive Oil as the Primary Ingredient 90\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReflecting on the extraordinary benefits 90\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMeasuring the effects of the diet 95\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsidering Olive Oil as Medicine 97\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAncient olive-oil treatments 97\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMediterranean cultural practices 98\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8: Maximizing the Health Benefits of Olive Oil 101\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExamining the Benefits of EVOO 102\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe protective power of olive oil 103\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDiscovering the compounds in EVOO 108\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTasting the polyphenols of EVOO 111\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKnowing Your Daily Intake 112\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIncreasing the Efficacy 113\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCombining EVOO with other nutritional foods 113\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHaving a healthy gut 114\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 3: Incorporating Olive Oil Into Your Daily Life 117\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9: Tasting Olive Oil Properly 119\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsidering the Flavor Profiles 120\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnjoying the flavor 120\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding flavor features 121\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMatching taste with health benefits 126\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWorking with the Best EVOO 127\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBecoming a defect detective 128\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaking a deeper dive into EVOOs chemistry 128\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10: Deciphering the Taste of Different Varieties 131\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChecking Out Varieties of Olive Oil 132\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDiscovering cultivars in different countries 133\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBlending flavors 142\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsidering total polyphenol levels 142\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeginning to Combine EVOOs with Foods 144\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11: Pairing Extra-Virgin Olive Oil with Food and Wine 147\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding How to Complement Flavors 148\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePairing EVOO with Food 148\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMatching EVOOs with Wine 151\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 4: Choosing Extra-virgin Olive Oil 157\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 12: Buying Extra-Virgin Olive Oil 159\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDeciphering the Labels 160\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNutrition labels 160\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLegal necessities 162\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnnecessary or misleading phrases on labels 163\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHarvest and “best before” dates 164\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcidity and other values 165\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting to Know Your EVOO 167\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRegion of origin 167\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTelling the origin story 167\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHealth claims on labels and advertising 168\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 13: Recognizing Proper Packaging and Storage 171\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecognizing a Good EVOO Label 172\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLooking out for quality indicators 172\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHaving attractive presentations 173\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaintaining EVOO’s Quality 175\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEVOO retail packaging 176\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdvances in EVOO packaging 178\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaximizing storage at home 179\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 14: Purchasing, Price, and Affordability 181\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePrioritizing the Purchase of EVOO 182\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eComparing affordability: Western diet versus Mediterranean-style diets 182\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSupporting the cost of EVOO 183\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEvaluating purchasing options 184\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExamining prices and value 189\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChoosing the quality of EVOO 189\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the EVOO market 192\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting the Most Out of Your EVOO 193\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 5: Creating Dishes with Extra-virgin Olive Oil 195\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 15: Cooking, Frying, and Preserving with Extra-Virgin Olive Oil 197\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCooking with EVOO for Flavor and Nutrition 198\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the science 199\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExploring the cooking methods 200\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFrying in EVOO 202\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreserving Food in EVOO 205\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 16: Baking and Pastry-Making with Extra-Virgin Olive Oil 207\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSwapping Out Butter for EVOO 208\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChoosing EVOO for Breads and Sweet Treats 210\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 6: Cooking with Extra-virgin Olive Oil 215\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 17: Base Recipes 217\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 18: Breakfast and Brunch 231\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStarting Your Day with a Shot of EVOO 232\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWorking EVOO into Your Morning Routine 232\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 19: Appetizers 243\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 20: First Courses 255\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 21: Second Courses 265\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 22: Desserts 277\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 7: Diving Deeper and the Future For Olive Oil 287\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 23: Enrolling in Tasting\/Sommelier Classes and Oleo Tourism 289\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTasting at a Whole New Level 290\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSampling olive oil in an informal setting 291\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eApproaching EVOO like a pro: sommelier training 291\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe language of aroma and flavor 292\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDiscovering Oleo Tourism 293\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlanning your visit to a grove 294\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCombining travel experiences 295\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTasting at the mill 296\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 24: The Future of Olive Oil 299\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCultivating Better Production and Quality 300\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIdentifying new innovations 300\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eImproving standards and traceability 301\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpreading the Great News of EVOO 302\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePromoting the health benefits of EVOO 303\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating opportunities for further education 304\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 8: the Part of Tens 309\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 25: Ten Other Uses for Olive Oil 311\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBathing in olive oil 313\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRemoving Makeup 313\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGlossing and Nourishing Your Hair 314\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShaving Oil 314\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaking Facial Masks 314\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTreating Your Hair 316\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExfoliating Your Skin 316\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConditioning Your Hands 317\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMoisturizing Your Skin 317\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCleansing Makeup Brushes 318\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 26: Ten Easy Ways to Consume More Extra-Virgin Olive Oil 319\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCooking with EVOO 320\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDrizzling for Added Flavor 320\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePrioritizing Your Health 321\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEating More Vegetables and Salads 321\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsuming EVOO throughout the Day 322\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSubstituting with EVOO 322\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroducing Children to EVOO 323\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExploring New Tastes and Varieties 323\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRedefining the Value of EVOO 324\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eContinuing Your Journey through Travel 324\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix: Metric Conversion Guide 325\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 327\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAmy Riolo\u003c\/b\u003e is an author, chef, and Mediterranean expert. 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