Grapeseed Oil

I tend to have 2 types of oil in the house, extra virgin olive oil and grapeseed oil. I was first introduced to grapeseed oil as a cosmetic oil that was light and rich in antioxidants. Olive oil is the reigning star of cooking oils because of all the research done on the Mediterranean diet and its cardiovascular benefits. But the far less well known grape seed oil has also been shown to have positive effects on cholesterol, and it’s rich in antioxidants!! The other good thing about grape seed oil is that it has a higher smoke point than olive oil, which means that it can be burned at a higher temperature and does not turn rancid. Grape seed oil also, has a very mild flavor so can be used in almost any culinary endeavor from sautéing to baking. One last thing is that it is a hypoallergenic oil which is also key for me!