In a bowl, dissolve the yeast in 2 tablespoons warm water. Let stand 10 minutes until frothy. Add the flour, salt, 1 cup warm water and 4 tablespoons olive oil. Knead on a floured surface until smooth, elastic and slightly tacky to the touch, about 7 to 10 minutes. Place the dough in an oiled…
Summer is racing by, but there’s still time to try something different to put on the grill. Grilling cheeses are a delicious option! We’ve chosen 4 styles of grilling cheeses from 4 countries to bring to your next barbecue. You might be wondering why these cheeses won’t melt…
Preheat the oven to 400°F. Combine the first eight ingredients to make a seasoning blend. Coat the olives with 1 tablespoon of this mixture. Set aside. Coat the carrots with the remaining seasoning blend. Arrange the carrots on a baking sheet and roast until tender, 20 to 25 minutes, turning…
Mediterranean nuts-almonds, chestnuts, hazelnuts, pine nuts, pistachios, and walnuts-are nutrient-dense foods that offer heart-healthy unsaturated fatty acids, protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals, and polyphenols (antioxidants found in plants). While today we might think about simply snacking on…
Nuts are a staple of Mediterranean cooking. In this region, you’ll find nuts and peanuts pureed into sauces to make them extra-creamy, served on a cheese plate to accompany traditional cheeses, sprinkled over salads and porridges, and tossed with pilafs and pastas. Additionally, nuts and…
I like to think of myself as a smart food shopper. I know how to sniff melons and gently squeeze avocados in the palm of my hand to judge ripeness. But last week, this useful tip from the Pacific Sardine Association in British Columbia sent me into new territory: “When buying fresh sardines,…
The Mediterranean Diet reflects a pattern of eating that is traditional to countries surrounding the Mediterranean Sea. When we first started discussing the Mediterranean Diet in the early 1990s, some people worried that this would be too difficult, because the cuisines of these countries are so…
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chickpeas and salt. Make sure the chickpeas sit in the pan in a single layer. Let them cook until the bottoms are browned, about 5 minutes. Stir the chickpeas so the cooked side of the peas is up and let […]
In 1993 Oldways created the Mediterranean Diet Pyramid in partnership with the Harvard School of Public Health as a healthier alternative to the USDAs original food pyramid. The World Health Organization signed on in 1994, and in 2008 a panel of nutrition scientists updated the Pyramid. One…
February is a month all about love and hearts. But that doesn’t stop after the 14th! Prioritize health and self-love all month long because February is Heart Health Month. All of Oldways’ heritage diets provide delicious roadmaps to healthier and happier lifestyles. However, there are…
Read on for the recipe for these Frozen Grape and Banana Skewers with Chocolate Drizzle, courtesy of Ellie Krieger! With summer approaching, fruit can be a refreshing way to both cool of and enhance meals with flavor and health benefits. In fact, fruit is one of the key components of heritage…
Pre-heat the oven to 375°F and place a rack in the middle position Wash and dry the cauliflower head. Remove the leaves. Flip over and remove the stem by cutting a cone into the bottom of the cauliflower with a paring knife. Do not remove too much of the stem or the florets will start to […]
