A Note Before We Start

While the phrase “Just add olive oil to the milk!” is intriguing, it doesn’t provide enough information to create a specific recipe. The combination of milk and olive oil can be used in many different ways, depending on the desired outcome.

Here are a few possibilities based on common uses of milk and olive oil:

Possibility 1: Homemade Ricotta Cheese

Ingredients:

• 1 liter whole milk
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice or white vinegar
• 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional, for richness)

Instructions:

1. Heat milk in a large saucepan over medium heat until it simmers.
2. Remove from heat and slowly stir in lemon juice or vinegar.
3. Let the mixture sit for 5-10 minutes until curds form.
4. Line a fine-mesh sieve with cheesecloth and place it over a bowl.
5. Pour the curdled milk into the cheesecloth.
6. Gather the cheesecloth and gently squeeze out the whey.
7. Add olive oil to the ricotta (optional) and stir to combine.
8. Use the ricotta immediately or store it in the refrigerator.

Possibility 2: Creamy Salad Dressing

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine all ingredients.
2. Shake vigorously until well combined and emulsified.
3. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

Possibility 3: Richer Baked Goods

Ingredients:

• Your favorite baked goods recipe
• Additional olive oil

Instructions:

• Replace a portion of the butter or oil in your recipe with olive oil. For example, you could substitute 1/4 cup of olive oil for 1/4 cup of butter.
• Mix the olive oil into the batter as directed in your recipe.
• Bake according to the recipe.

Would you like to specify what kind of dish you’re aiming for? For example, are you looking for a savory or sweet recipe? This will help me provide a more accurate recipe.