by The Klutzy Cook | 8 Dec, 2010 | Preserves, Seasonal
I got a call from my friend Wendy a few weeks ago that went something like this: Wendy – “I’m going to pick some lilly pillies – do you want some?” Me – “I guess so, what are you going to do with them?” Wendy –...
by The Klutzy Cook | 29 Nov, 2010 | Desserts, Snacks
With only a couple of days until Summer is here, it is no coincidence that the kid’s requests for ice blocks has increased. It’s one of those things in life that is directly proportionate (sorry, that’s the scientist coming out in me) – the...
by The Klutzy Cook | 18 Nov, 2010 | Slow Cooker
Whenever mushrooms are in abundance in my fridge, I have two go-to recipes – Two Mushroom Risotto and Slow Cooker Beef Stroganoff. Both use a good pile of the mushrooms up and are enjoyed by everyone. In fact, one of my beloved’s favourite dishes is Beef...
by The Klutzy Cook | 11 Nov, 2010 | Desserts
Rhubarb, rhubarb, rhubarb. I don’t know how, but this is an ingredient that slipped under my radar for far too long. Particularly since my Mum used to have a huge patch of it in the backyard when we lived in Canberra (I think she secretly kept it all for...
by The Klutzy Cook | 4 Nov, 2010 | Main Meals, Meat Dishes
A meal that involves only one pan is always a winner in my books – particularly if it also happens to taste great. Whether it be in a slow cooker, frying pan or roasting pan, just piling all the ingredients in and letting them cook away (with an occasional...