2011 Marques de Valdeuza Extra Virgin Olive Oil

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Pan Con Tomate

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Pan Con Tomate

Courtesy of Saveur Magazine. This simple Spanish-style toast with tomato is quick, easy and delicious.

Ingredients

1 6" piece of baguette, halved lengthwise

1 clove garlic

2 tbsp. Marques de Valdueza Extra Virgin Olive Oil

1 very ripe large tomato

Coarse sea salt, to taste

Instructions

Heat oven to 500 degrees. Put bread on baking sheet and toast until golden brown, about 8 minutes. Rub garlic over surface of bread and drizzle with oil.

Put box grater over large bowl and grate tomato over largest holes, discarding skin. Spoon grated tomato on toast and sprinkle with sea salt.

Serves 2

2011 Marques de Valdeuza Extra Virgin Olive Oil

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Varietal: Hojiblanca, Arbequina, Morisca and Picual

Region: Extremadura, Spain

Aroma: Green almonds and fresh grass

Flavor: Fruity and extremely well-balanced, this oil is elegant, soft and buttery with hints of green almonds, fresh tomato leaf and an ever so slight pepper finish.

Uses: Anoint grilled sardines and boiled potatoes with a liberal pour. Drizzle over cheeses, steamed artichoke, lamb stew, or use in any classic tapa preparation such as pan con tomate.

Harvest Date: 2011

About the Producer: Marqués de Valdueza extra virgin olive oil is produced from olives grown on the Álvarez de Toledo family estate, 'Perales de Miraflores', near the town of Merida in Extremadura, Spain. Bottled to order, Marqués de Valdueza olive oil is processed in the mill located directly on the estate, ensuring the freshest possible product.

Awards: Spain’s Best Extra Virgin Olive Oil by the Ministry of Rural and Marine Environment in 2011 in the “Mature-Fruity” category.