I use grape seed oil and almond oil mixed with my facial cleanser, but I have to admit that I've never cooked with them. Thanks for the recommendation!
Red Palm, like coconut, seems to get a bad rap for being higher in saturated fat. I'm not sure if it's widely available in North America - I couldn't find it at my local grocery stores, but it is available online. It appears to be high in carotenes (hence the color).
I've never tried it, myself, but it's apparently popular in developing countries (especially in warmer regions where palsm grow).
Continue our amazing progress from last year. This year we will focus on a home down payment and saving for my impending student loans. I'm hoping to end the year by finding a great job.
I use a variety of oils and butter to cook. Grape seed oil is a great choice as well because it has a high smoke point like avocado oil, but it is almost flavorless. It is great for sweeter tasting foods like French toast or baked goods. I never use flaxseed oil because you can get the same benefits by using flaxseed meal plus the added fiber and cancer reducing benefits. Just make sure any oil you get is extracted appropriately without chemicals otherwise all the health benefits are for naught.
But oil is healthy, least of all healthy for one's heart.
If sugar is defined as junk food, junk food being it has no nutritional value, but offers empty calories, where would that define oil? Oil, has twice the amount of calories per gram of sugar, 100% fat and no viamins, minerals or fiber.
When it's written about oil being healthy, it's more like which oil is less deleterious to one's health. Oil damages the endothelium, the cell wall that lines our arteries.
I use peanut oil for frying, sunflower or safflower oil for salad dressings, butter for baking and bread-spread, and EVOO for most everything else.Most people feel that canola oil is tasteless, but to me it has a distinct and unpleasant taste. Sort of metallic and/or chemical-ly. Maybe a residue of the processing method? Never tried an organic canola oil, but would be willing to give it a shot. Anyone know of a good brand?
Thanks for mentioning that. My first draft of the article included an angry rant against Monsanto, but then I took it out. But yes, for people who want to avoid GM crops, canola and corn oil are tricky.
Hi, Marla. I actually use the same brand, so I did try to find out more about it - in fact, I was planning a big article around olive oil and the adulteration in the industry, but I found a lot of problems with the study that UC Davis conducted. No one in the industry seems to have established the correct chemical markers to identify olive oil (and this would have to be done annually, and there would be regional variations), so many of the oils that failed to qualify as "extra virgin" were disqualified in taste tests (there are flavor qualities that partly determine olive oil's virgin v. extra virgin status).
The thing is, it's apparently fairly easy to doctor up substandard olive oil, or even non-olive oil, by adding some beta carotene to it. According to the author of the book mentioned in the article, doctoring olive oil is standard practice in Europe, and the research from UC Davis bears this out - imported oils (especially from Span and Italy) failed the EVOO taste test more than 70% of the time. Then again, it doesn't mean that oil failing the test isn't OLIVE oil, but that it doesn't qualify as EVOO based on taste.
The UC Davis study found that California-produced olive oils fared better in taste tests - only 10% of the samples failed. BUT, then again, the study was sponsored by California olive growers.
So you can see that it's complicated. Also, there's the question of just how much better for you EVOO is than, say, regular old virgin olive oil. There haven't been long-term studies performed to see if anti-oxidant content is high enough in EVOO to really justify the cost of it.
What do you think about Red Palm oil? Haven't gotten any yet, but I've cooked with coconut so it's a logical step (I think).
Also, you could toss Omega 3:6 ratios into this as well if you wanted another criteria on here. Some butters actually still do well by that metric - but I agree, butter is my go-to for cooking!
Andrea, in your research, did you see anything about Costco's "Kirkland" brand of olive oil? I have been buying that, but am now hoping I haven't been duped. Great, informative post!
Thank you for the help, that would explain why I got nothing at 173 and got so little yeild out of the batch. As far as boiling the corn, is that the case even though I used corn meal?
After diluting it to 40% it now smells and taste just like tequila, I bought some activated carbon and put two table spoons in a large mason jar full of my drink. My plan is to let this soak for a week, filter it and then add my American Oak to it for one month. I am not sure how it will turn out but we will see. Thanks again for the help!
I bought one through corporatetravelgifts.com. It's a ripoff. On top of the taxes and fees, there is another charge for the actual reservation center. They say the companion airfare doesn't expire. But if you decide not to use the voucher before it expires with the first reservation center, you have to pay the same fee for another reservation center. I looked into multiple dates to different cities, and the overall cost with the companion airfare was greater or just about the same than a ticket directly from the airline. In addition, I would give the dates I wanted to fly, and would only get one time option for each date. There is no flexibility.
In 2012, I need to get a better handle on the monthly financial leakage I've seen over the past few months. There's always at least one category where I'm over budget each month. One month it's groceries, another it's entertainment due to some one-time program for the kids, one month it's car repairs. If I could stop the small one-off leaks, I could probably save $5000 or more this year.
This year I am going to eliminate all credit card debt and begin rebuilding my savings account. I also plan to drum up enough freelance work to pay for my monthly 2# of coffee (this is a modest goal).
I tend to use EV olive oil for salads and to line my pizza stone and canola for everything else. I did try some grape seed oil a while back which I used to garnish pasta and really enjoyed it (but it was pricey). With all these healthy oils available, you have to wonder why people would use the bad stuff.
Interesting article...especially the info on EVOO. Readers might like to know that canola oil (unless you're buying organic) is made from crops that have been genetically modified. Since I don't want to eat GM food, I think it's worth the extra money to buy organic canola oil.
I've been using Groupon recently and it's great. The only problem I've had was with a particular deal I bought and the service turned out to be complete rubbish! Of course this wasn't Groupon's fault and it could have happened to any of the alternatives!
Brian,
The temps seem a little high. Are you as some odd elevation that would effect it? Going very slow could have some effect on it, but not that much. Your cuts are pretty close. Since the temps are so far off, go by times the temps hold. If you watch close, you will see it start to produce, then take a small jump up, that is the first cut for methanol. The next temp will hold for most of the run, ethanol. When the temp starts to fluctuate, you are getting the tails. When it jumps high and holds, then you are mostly water. Sounds like you are spot on for the product, just the temps seem odd.
We made our goal of being debt free last year. This year I would like to continue to stick to my budget, find a job (unemployed, still!) and save more.
I use grape seed oil and almond oil mixed with my facial cleanser, but I have to admit that I've never cooked with them. Thanks for the recommendation!
Red Palm, like coconut, seems to get a bad rap for being higher in saturated fat. I'm not sure if it's widely available in North America - I couldn't find it at my local grocery stores, but it is available online. It appears to be high in carotenes (hence the color).
I've never tried it, myself, but it's apparently popular in developing countries (especially in warmer regions where palsm grow).
Continue our amazing progress from last year. This year we will focus on a home down payment and saving for my impending student loans. I'm hoping to end the year by finding a great job.
I use a variety of oils and butter to cook. Grape seed oil is a great choice as well because it has a high smoke point like avocado oil, but it is almost flavorless. It is great for sweeter tasting foods like French toast or baked goods. I never use flaxseed oil because you can get the same benefits by using flaxseed meal plus the added fiber and cancer reducing benefits. Just make sure any oil you get is extracted appropriately without chemicals otherwise all the health benefits are for naught.
Sorry to be a nay sayer in this.
But oil is healthy, least of all healthy for one's heart.
If sugar is defined as junk food, junk food being it has no nutritional value, but offers empty calories, where would that define oil? Oil, has twice the amount of calories per gram of sugar, 100% fat and no viamins, minerals or fiber.
When it's written about oil being healthy, it's more like which oil is less deleterious to one's health. Oil damages the endothelium, the cell wall that lines our arteries.
I use peanut oil for frying, sunflower or safflower oil for salad dressings, butter for baking and bread-spread, and EVOO for most everything else.Most people feel that canola oil is tasteless, but to me it has a distinct and unpleasant taste. Sort of metallic and/or chemical-ly. Maybe a residue of the processing method? Never tried an organic canola oil, but would be willing to give it a shot. Anyone know of a good brand?
I resolve to live completely by the 10/20/70 rule. Tithe 10%, save 20%, live on the remaining 70%
Hi, Suzanne,
Thanks for mentioning that. My first draft of the article included an angry rant against Monsanto, but then I took it out. But yes, for people who want to avoid GM crops, canola and corn oil are tricky.
Hi, Marla. I actually use the same brand, so I did try to find out more about it - in fact, I was planning a big article around olive oil and the adulteration in the industry, but I found a lot of problems with the study that UC Davis conducted. No one in the industry seems to have established the correct chemical markers to identify olive oil (and this would have to be done annually, and there would be regional variations), so many of the oils that failed to qualify as "extra virgin" were disqualified in taste tests (there are flavor qualities that partly determine olive oil's virgin v. extra virgin status).
The thing is, it's apparently fairly easy to doctor up substandard olive oil, or even non-olive oil, by adding some beta carotene to it. According to the author of the book mentioned in the article, doctoring olive oil is standard practice in Europe, and the research from UC Davis bears this out - imported oils (especially from Span and Italy) failed the EVOO taste test more than 70% of the time. Then again, it doesn't mean that oil failing the test isn't OLIVE oil, but that it doesn't qualify as EVOO based on taste.
The UC Davis study found that California-produced olive oils fared better in taste tests - only 10% of the samples failed. BUT, then again, the study was sponsored by California olive growers.
So you can see that it's complicated. Also, there's the question of just how much better for you EVOO is than, say, regular old virgin olive oil. There haven't been long-term studies performed to see if anti-oxidant content is high enough in EVOO to really justify the cost of it.
What do you think about Red Palm oil? Haven't gotten any yet, but I've cooked with coconut so it's a logical step (I think).
Also, you could toss Omega 3:6 ratios into this as well if you wanted another criteria on here. Some butters actually still do well by that metric - but I agree, butter is my go-to for cooking!
Our 2012 goal is to cut our debt in half, as well as cut our weekly grocery bill by 25% and use that to add to our savings.
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Our 2012 financial goal is to cut our debt in half and lower our weekly grocery bill by 25%, using that to increase our savings.
I cook almost exclusively with EVOO and butter. Love me some butter. :)
Andrea, in your research, did you see anything about Costco's "Kirkland" brand of olive oil? I have been buying that, but am now hoping I haven't been duped. Great, informative post!
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Thank you for the help, that would explain why I got nothing at 173 and got so little yeild out of the batch. As far as boiling the corn, is that the case even though I used corn meal?
After diluting it to 40% it now smells and taste just like tequila, I bought some activated carbon and put two table spoons in a large mason jar full of my drink. My plan is to let this soak for a week, filter it and then add my American Oak to it for one month. I am not sure how it will turn out but we will see. Thanks again for the help!
I bought one through corporatetravelgifts.com. It's a ripoff. On top of the taxes and fees, there is another charge for the actual reservation center. They say the companion airfare doesn't expire. But if you decide not to use the voucher before it expires with the first reservation center, you have to pay the same fee for another reservation center. I looked into multiple dates to different cities, and the overall cost with the companion airfare was greater or just about the same than a ticket directly from the airline. In addition, I would give the dates I wanted to fly, and would only get one time option for each date. There is no flexibility.
In 2012, I need to get a better handle on the monthly financial leakage I've seen over the past few months. There's always at least one category where I'm over budget each month. One month it's groceries, another it's entertainment due to some one-time program for the kids, one month it's car repairs. If I could stop the small one-off leaks, I could probably save $5000 or more this year.
I am saving $1000 a month to put toward buying a house. It has not been easy but I know it will be worth it!
This year I am going to eliminate all credit card debt and begin rebuilding my savings account. I also plan to drum up enough freelance work to pay for my monthly 2# of coffee (this is a modest goal).
I tend to use EV olive oil for salads and to line my pizza stone and canola for everything else. I did try some grape seed oil a while back which I used to garnish pasta and really enjoyed it (but it was pricey). With all these healthy oils available, you have to wonder why people would use the bad stuff.
James
http://blog.jvf.com
Interesting article...especially the info on EVOO. Readers might like to know that canola oil (unless you're buying organic) is made from crops that have been genetically modified. Since I don't want to eat GM food, I think it's worth the extra money to buy organic canola oil.
I've been using Groupon recently and it's great. The only problem I've had was with a particular deal I bought and the service turned out to be complete rubbish! Of course this wasn't Groupon's fault and it could have happened to any of the alternatives!
Brian,
The temps seem a little high. Are you as some odd elevation that would effect it? Going very slow could have some effect on it, but not that much. Your cuts are pretty close. Since the temps are so far off, go by times the temps hold. If you watch close, you will see it start to produce, then take a small jump up, that is the first cut for methanol. The next temp will hold for most of the run, ethanol. When the temp starts to fluctuate, you are getting the tails. When it jumps high and holds, then you are mostly water. Sounds like you are spot on for the product, just the temps seem odd.
We made our goal of being debt free last year. This year I would like to continue to stick to my budget, find a job (unemployed, still!) and save more.
Save more money.