Arnold Palmer - (Shrub)

A shrub is also known as a drinking vinegar which has actually been around for a very long time. It was originally a way of preserving fruit. It’s usually made with apple cider vinegar, fruit and sweetened with sugar and becomes a sweet and sour syrup, but our traditionally made balsamic fruit flavored vinegars are an easy probiotic option without the addition of sugar.  A generous splash can be diluted with seltzer water, and can be spiked with a spirit so it’s a perfect alcohol-optional beverage. 

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Olive Oil Cake

What I wanted to create in this olive oil cake recipe is a moist and delicate cake that really featured the flavor of the olive oil.  The combination of cake flour and almond flour create a light and airy cake with a moist and tender crumb.  The light addition of citrus and vanilla is just enough to enhance the flavor of the cake without overpowering the subtle fruity notes of the olive oil.

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Mango Bread

🥭We promised you mango recipes! Here is our version of an island favorite! Mango bread made with fresh mangoes, cinnamon, coconut, macadamia nuts, and our secret ingredient to make it super moist and delicious... our 100% pure, local macadamia nut oil💛which is great for baking-creating moist and delicious cakes and quick breads and is loaded with healthy monounsaturated fats, high in omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids and antioxidants!

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Pastabilities

This has endless variations and can be served hot or at room temperature. Feel free to experiment with your favorite herbs, vegetables, tapenades, pesto, olive oils, or even add chunks of cooked chicken, fish, or meat ~ as well as various types of pastas.

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Fourth of July Fruit Salad

A summer is upon us, this salad is nice and refreshing for our Nation's birthday.

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Mango-Asian Pear Salad

With Mango season in full swing, this mango salad is the perfect way to start using some of our local produce.  It is crisp and clean and great for the summer!

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Blackberry Balsamic Vinegar Pork Belly with Honey Ginger Balsamic Mushroom

This dish won the Chef's favorite award from Alan Wong.  Once you try this dish you will understand why.  

 

 

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Golden Macadamia Nut Oil Poached Ho Farms Tomato Bruschetta

This Tomato Bruschetta is sure to impress at your next dinner party.  Ho Farms tomatos and Macadamia Nut oil really make this dish pop!

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Mushroom Sage Chicken Roulade with Tomato Risotto

Sage Duxcelle Stuffed Chicken with Tomato Risotto

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Spring Pea Soup

Ingredients:

3 Tablespoons *Butter infused Olive Oil

1 medium chopped onion 2 cups vegetable broth

4 cups of peas (fresh or frozen) hand full of fresh flat leaf parsley hand full of fresh mint leaves salt & pepper to taste

chopped fresh chives to garnish

In a heavy pot over medium heat cook onion in olive oil just until soft. Add vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and add peas and simmer till tender. Pour into blender and add parsley, mint, salt & pepper and puree till smooth. Add more broth if too thick.

Notes: Peas are fairly low in calories, contains almost every vitamin & mineral your body needs, high in fiber & protein. Peas also have a low glycemic index. Protein increases the levels of certain hormones that reduces appetite. Protein works with fiber to slow digestion. Fiber also feeds good bacteria important for gut health.

Parsley is known to detoxifies the body helps to ease strain on the kidneys. Mint helps with digestion.

RECIPE COURTESY OF SABRINA NAJARIAN

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