Take a look at Grapeseed Oil: We stock a fantastic range of oils at Naturally Good Food. All the standard oils are there, in pure, organic and sometimes raw forms – and we also stock some more unusual oils too. All of them have significant health benefits. Experimenting with a new cooking oil is a simple and inexpensive way to add variety and nutrition to your diet. These oils also make a great present for ‘foodie’ friends and relatives! The days of having just one, boring and slightly grubby looking bottle by the hob are well and truly over… Grapeseed oil: a good, neutral carrier. Grapeseed oil is one of the few oils we stock that isn’t cold-pressed (current techniques do not allow for this). Pressed from the seeds of grapes, it’s a light-flavoured and coloured oil, which is suitable for all culinary uses, from dressings and dips to general cooking. It’s ever so slightly fruity, and ever so slightly nutty – but on the whole, imparts a pleasantly neutral flavour to your cooking. So, why would you use grapeseed oil, instead of a more familiar oil? Well, it’s great in stir-fries and for frying in general, as it has a high smoke point (so won’t burn), but still with a neutral taste. Its lightness means that you don’t need to use much of it when cooking, so it’s often recommended for those following a low-fat diet. Disputes rage over the various health claims, but it is clear that grapeseed oil contains impressive amounts of vitamin E and is particularly high in polyunsaturated fats. Here are three slightly unusual ideas for making the most of grapeseed oil: If you’re looking for a good, homemade Christmas present, decant some grapeseed oil into a fancy bottle and infuse it with herbs and spices of your choice. It’s a great ‘carrier’ for these flavours. It’s particularly good in salad dressings and marinades. And it’s perfect for massages, being silky smooth and easily absorbed. Click here to see our grapeseed oil. Click here to view our full range of cold-pressed oils. The post Take a look at Grapeseed Oil appeared first on Naturally Good Food. ift.tt/1F2oayu ift.tt/1DeUhJl October 16, 2014 at 11:03AM
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