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The Fat Olive
Not all fats are created equal. We’re all about the healthy fats in the olive fruit, the ones that protect our bodies and help prevent all the bad stuff by filling us up with all the good stuff. Join us as we share delicious recipes, fun insights and intriguing views on what makes extra virgin olive oil so special.


Greek Cheese & Olive Oil Savory Bun Recipe & Video—"Tiropita Koulouriou"
Savor the rich, nutritious flavors of this ancient Greek-inspired bun, a wholesome alternative to store-bought cheesy snacks in a bag.


Olive Oil Hamburger Recipe & Video / Hamburger verses Burger: What's the difference?
This recipe brings together the juiciness of beef, the rich flavors of high-phenolic olive oil, & grilled vegetables nestled within a bun.


Homemade Healthy Granola with PJ Kabos Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Incorporating olive oil, particularly extra virgin olive oil, into granola recipes today enhances the dish in several ways.


Video & Recipe: Stuffed Grape Leaves—"Dolmades"—with Egg-Lemon Sauce—"Avgolemono"
Depending on the size of the leaves and the amount of stuffing used for each leaf this recipe makes about 30 stuffed grape leaves.


Comfort Food: Traditional Beef Stew Recipe Made with Potatoes & Olive Oil
Beef stew: An economical, nutritious, and delicious dish traditionally crafted from tougher cuts like chuck, brisket, or round. Beef...


Braised Green Beans Recipe—Fasolakia—with high-Phenolic Olive Oil
Braising is a technique that perfectly complements the use of olive oil and is a cornerstone of the authentic Mediterranean diet.


Ginger Snap Cookies Made with Olive Oil & Molasses
These ginger snap cookies made with olive oil...are nutritious, delicious and easy-to-make.


How to Have a Phenolic Shot of EVOO | PJ Kabos Guide — Part III
A daily olive-oil shot — your way — is a small but powerful act of self-care, connecting you to the heart of the Mediterranean and the pure joy of real extra virgin olive oil — something the ancients cherished long before modern science confirmed its goodness.


What Is a Daily Phenolic Shot of Olive Oil and What Is the EU “Health Claim” Concerning It? | PJ Kabos Guide — Part VII
But, how much high-phenolic extra virgin olive oil do you need to consume each day to reap these benefits modern studies report it imparts?


Cooking with High-Phenolic Olive Oil—Greek Halva Cake (Oven-free) | PJ Kabos Recipe
Desert—Oven-free Cake Serves: 8 PJ KABOS High-Phenolic Extra Virgin Olive Oil used: For cooking: Family Reserve Organic – Medium (White Tin) Greek Semolina Halva — made with high-phenolic extra virgin olive oil, fragrant with cinnamon and citrus, sweetened with honey, and finished with a sprinkling of pistachios. The Halva I Thought I Knew When I first came to Greece as a young bride, my new mother-in-law offered me halva. My mind immediately went to the dense, firm block


Understanding Cholesterol: Balance, Diet & the Role of Extra Virgin Olive Oil |PJ Kabos Guide — Part V
Cholesterol isn’t the enemy — imbalance is. Discover how diet, lifestyle, and extra virgin olive oil work together to support healthy cholesterol levels and overall well-being.


February: The Mediterranean Olive Tree Throughout the Year
February: The Month of Soft Transition Ever wonder about the subtle dance between January and February in the life of an olive tree? It...


PJ KABOS Recipe & Video: How to Make Grilled & Boiled Zucchini with Feta Cheese—Kolokythakia
Grilled zucchini with feta is a tasty and nutritious dinner when made with extra virgin olive oil. Year-Round Produce Availability: A...


Olive Oil Reports: Cardiovascular and Two Anti-inflammatory Healthy Benefits (Rheumatoid Arthritis and Inflammatory Bowel Disease)
Not only is extra virgin olive oil healthy, but it's also a delight for the senses — beautiful, aromatic, and delicious. Olive Oil’s Health Benefits: Cardiovascular and Anti-inflammatory Numerous modern scientific studies have tested the health benefits of olive oil , validating what ancient Mediterranean cultures have long understood: the traditional Mediterranean diet, rich in olive oil as its primary fat source, is a cornerstone of healthy eating. The Mediterranean diet,


January: The Mediterranean Olive Tree Throughout the Year
Vista of undulating olive trees across the Grecian landscape—all the way to the deep blue Ionian Sea. How an Olive Tree is in January: A...


PJ KABOS Recipe: Healthy & Traditional Greek Sweet Bread—Olive Oil/Yeast Cake (often used for the Vasilopita)
As Promised: PJ Kabos Healthy Greek Olive Oil/Yeast Cake Recipe Prepare yourself for a culinary journey that transcends time and...


The Greek New Year’s Cake – Vasilopita (Βασιλόπιτα) – History and the Lucky Coin Inside
Discovering the coin in the slice of Vasilopita—New Year's Cake—brings blessings all year long to the lucky recipient! When the clock...


PJ KABOS Recipe: How to Make a Greek Village Salad—Horiatiki Salata—with Pita Bread
Want something nutritious ✔, delicious 🤭, hydrating 🥛 and just plain great to eat...? We present to you today the classic Greek Village...


PJ KABOS Recipe: Greek Christmas Cookies made with olive oil—Kourabiedes
Desert—Greek Christmas Cookie— Kourabiedes Serves: 20 to 30 depending on size PJ KABOS High-Phenolic Extra Virgin Olive Oil used: PJ...


This little elf 🎅is so excited about how to make the PJ KABOS cookie recipe—Kourabiedes!
This little "elf" with a sweet tooth 🍭🍪🍩 sure is excited about the extra special, PJ Kabos cooking video coming soon. She will be...
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