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Default Pure Olive Oil vs EVOO

On Sat, 1 Jun 2013 22:47:49 -0700, "Julie Bove"
> wrote:

>
> "sf" > wrote in message
> ...
> > On Sat, 1 Jun 2013 17:40:27 -0500, heyjoe >
> > wrote:
> >
> >> 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.
>

Shouldn't? It's not expensive, do it with a clear conscience.

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