The Everyday Essential: A Guide to Our House Blend Olive Oil

Every great kitchen has a go-to olive oil — one that's balanced enough to use every day, high-quality enough to finish a dish, and approachable enough to share with anyone. That's exactly what our House Blend Olive Oil was designed to be. Crafted from a carefully selected blend of extra virgin olive oils, it strikes the ideal balance between mild fruitiness, gentle pepperiness, and clean finish. It's the oil we recommend to every first-time customer, and the one our regulars never run out of.

Product Summary

  • Tasting Notes: Mild, clean fruitiness with a gentle peppery finish and a smooth, well-rounded character.

  • Ideal Applications: Everyday sautéing and roasting, bread dipping, salad dressings, finishing soups and pasta, baking, and as a base for marinades.

  • Recommended Pairings: The perfect partner for our Aged Traditional Dark Balsamic Vinegar for classic bread dipping, or any of our flavored balsamics for a quick, elegant vinaigrette.

  • Availability: 375ml bottles.

Featured Recipe: Classic Olive Oil Bread Dip

The simplest things done well are often the most memorable. This bread dip is a staple at our tasting bar and one of the most-requested recipes we share. It takes five minutes to assemble, uses pantry staples, and showcases exactly why a great olive oil needs no embellishment. Serve it with a warm, crusty loaf and good company.

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup Durango Olive Oil Company House Blend Olive Oil

  • 2 tablespoons Durango Olive Oil Company Aged Traditional Dark Balsamic Vinegar

  • 2 cloves garlic, finely minced

  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil

  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

  • 1/4 teaspoon coarse sea salt

  • Freshly cracked black pepper to taste

  • Crusty bread for serving (baguette, ciabatta, or sourdough)

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Base: Pour the House Blend Olive Oil into a wide, shallow dipping bowl or plate.

  2. Add the Aromatics: Scatter the minced garlic, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper directly into the oil.

  3. Finish with Balsamic: Drizzle the Aged Traditional Dark Balsamic Vinegar over the top. Do not stir — the contrast of oil and balsamic pooling together is part of the presentation.

  4. Rest: Let the dip sit for 5 minutes to allow the aromatics to bloom in the oil before serving.

  5. Serve: Bring to the table with warm, sliced crusty bread. Encourage guests to scoop through all the layers for the full flavor experience.

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