Flavored Oils: 50 Recipes for Cooking with Infused Oils [Paperback]

Michael Chiarello (Author), Penelope Wisner (Author, Contributor), Daniel Proctor (Photographer)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 1, 1995

This elegant and practical cookbook reveals how oils enhanced with the essence of herbs, spices, fruits, and vegetables captured at their peak can add an aromatic, gourmet touch to practically any dish. Low in saturated fats and easy to use, flavored oils make healthful alternatives to mayonnaises and sauces in everything from marinades and vinaigrettes to appetizers and entrees. Written by Michael Chiarello, renowned chef and creator of a popular line of infused oils, Flavored Oils presents a dazzling array of tempting recipes, from a heady Rosemary and Roasted Lemon Marinade to a delicate Beet Salad with Tarragon and Orange Oil to a savory Pork Tenderloin with Molasses, Bacon, and Porcini Vinaigrette. Brimming with inventive ideas and lavishly illustrated with full-color photographs, this unique volume makes a welcome companion for the home cook, as well as a lovely gift.

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

The owner/chef of Napa Valley's Tra Vigne restaurant, Chiarello shares his wisdom about those darlings of today's ambitious cooks, flavored oils. No secret to anyone who's dined in an upscale restaurant within the last 10 years, oils flavored with herbs (or fruit, garlic or porcini) add complexity to many dishes. Chiarello's detailed advice on their judicious use includes instructions for infusions that are careful yet not fussy (e.g., be sure to rinse cloths thoroughly before using them as filters, lest the taste of a detergent be imparted). Noting that commercially prepared flavored oils are also available, he offers simple and clear recipes (the Garlic Smashed Potatoes are particularly tempting) in which plain olive oil can be substituted for the jazzier variations. The festive book design and close-up color photos match Chiarello's cheery tones. Author tour.
Copyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc.

About the Author

Michael Chiarello -- chef and owner of the acclaimed Tra Vigne restaurant in the Napa Valley -- is the creator of Consorzio, a popular line of flavored oils and vinegars.

Penelope Wisner is the co-author, with Michael Chiarello of Chronicle's Flavored Oils (over 40,000 copies sold).

Daniel Proctor is a San Francisco-based photographer whose previous book credits include The Il Fornaio Baking Book and Flavored Oils.

Product Details

• Paperback: 96 pages
• Publisher: Chronicle Books; F edition (May 1, 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 081180898X
• ISBN-13: 978-0811808989
• Product Dimensions: 8.6 x 7.9 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #830,402 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Essential guide to creating and using infused oil., December 27, 2004

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Beth Powanda (Santa Cruz, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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As an avid chef, herb gardener and creator of my own decorative oil bottles, I found this book serves as an excellent companion to Michael Chiarello's "Flavored Vinegars". It covers the basics like the definition of "extra virgin" vs. "virgin" olive oil as well as the different processes for infusing: heat vs. cold. The recipes are not as extensive as other books I've read, but it is a good starting point. For other sources I would highly recommend The Flavors of Olive Oil by Deborah Krasner.

Beth Powanda
www.impressedglasswaredesigns.com

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars PERFECT GIFTS, March 28, 2003

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I bought this book to make oils as gifts for special occasions...it proved to be one of the best books for this! It has many recipes, that are easy, detailed, and with variety!! A must for any home.

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4.0 out of 5 stars basil oil, December 29, 2009

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This review is from: Flavored Oils: 50 Recipes for Cooking with Infused Oils (Paperback)

I bought this planning to preserve some of my summer basil for the winter. Sorry to say he says repeatedly that the oil will be good about a week. Rats.