Sunflower Oil Vital Stats:
Smoke point: 425
Best Uses: Finishing, dressings, roasting, marinades, frying, popcorn, baking, sauteing
Storage: Store in a cool, dark spot for up to 18 months.
Flavor Notes: Think of this as liquid sunflower seeds, the flavor is warm and nutty and suggests butter.
Canola Oil Vital Stats:
Smoke point: 400
Best Uses: Dressings, roasting,frying, baking, sauteing.
Storage: Store in a cool, dark spot for up to 18 months.
Flavor Notes: Our most neutral-flavored oil, this one provides a fresh, crispness welcome in salads with a tangy, brassica finish.
Our Feature in the Washington Post
We love Joy Manning's Rhapsody about our Sunflower Oil, and there are a couple neat recipes to try out.
Keys To A Perfect Vinaigrette
3:1 Oil:Vinegar
Local Vinegar (We like Raw Apple Cider Vinegar, but here's a stop for local artisan vinegars.
Fresh Herbs
Salt & Pepper
For Perfect Popcorn
Get a big, heavy-bottomed pot, set it on medium-low heat.
Pour in a few tablespoons of Sunflower oil. Drop 3 kernels into the oil. Cover the pot with a lid.
Wait for the first pop.
SHOWTIME.
Pour 1/4 - 1/2 cup kernels into the hot oil.
Put the lid back on.
Agitate the pot while the popping takes place.
Once the popping slows down and there are a couple seconds between pops, take the pot off the heat, open the lid, sprinkle with your favorite sea salt & serve.