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cubrinj

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From what I can tell, ladolemono (a dressing made from lemon, olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, oregano...) is very versatile. I use it sometimes when I cook, but not all the time. I thought I would compile a list of ideas:

- marinate meat, especially pork or poultry
- make lemony potatoes
- dress certain salads
- as a dressing or sauce for cooked vegetables

Did I miss anything? I want to start using it more. I plan to make a big batch and keep it in the fridge. How long does it keep?
 
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From what I can tell, ladolemono (a dressing made from lemon, olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, oregano...) is very versatile. I use it sometimes when I cook, but not all the time. I thought I would compile a list of ideas:

- marinate meat, especially pork or poultry
- make lemony potatoes
- dress certain salads
- as a dressing or sauce for cooked vegetables

Did I miss anything? I want to start using it more. I plan to make a big batch and keep it in the fridge. How long does it keep?
Yes, fish.
 
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From what I can tell, ladolemono (a dressing made from lemon, olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, oregano...) is very versatile. I use it sometimes when I cook, but not all the time. I thought I would compile a list of ideas:

- marinate meat, especially pork or poultry
- make lemony potatoes
- dress certain salads
- as a dressing or sauce for cooked vegetables

Did I miss anything? I want to start using it more. I plan to make a big batch and keep it in the fridge. How long does it keep?
Traditionally ladolemono does not have garlic in it, know that dosent mean you can add in a little bit (or a lot) of garlic if u would like.
I think that pre making it and keeping it in the fridge is a great idea. If you make a batch it should keep well for up to a week.
 

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