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Default Pure Olive Oil vs EVOO


"sf" > wrote in message
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> On Sat, 1 Jun 2013 17:40:27 -0500, heyjoe >
> wrote:
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>> On Sat, 01 Jun 2013 09:42:24 -0700, sf wrote:
>>
>> > So, I have this question for you: I use EVOO as my everyday cooking
>> > oil. I use it for salad dressing and I saute with it. Since cost is
>> > not a factor, can you think of any compelling reason why I should
>> > switch?

>>
>> Taste?
>> There are uses where EVOO is desirable for its stronger flavor/taste.
>> Likewise there are uses where the flavor/taste of EVOO is too
>> much/overpowering.
>>
>> Horses for courses and all that.

>
> Taste isn't a factor either. I used to think it was too strong and
> had to cut it with a neutral oil when I made salad dressing, but I've
> used it at full strength for so many years that I don't even notice it
> anymore. No one I serve it to has ever complained, so that part is
> not an issue either. Thanks.


I use it for cooking too, even though I know that I shouldn't.