by The Klutzy Cook | 8 Oct, 2009 | Baking, Breads
Last week I was staring down the barrel of a pile of strawberries going rotten, and quickly. Originally I had got the extra punnets at the markets to make some jam, but one thing or another continued to get in the way and the jam never got made. So I needed to use...
by The Klutzy Cook | 6 Oct, 2009 | Main Meals, Seafood Dishes
Well I have to admit, it’s a long time since filo pastry and I have worked together. Past experiences have not been good, mainly because I always forget to cover it up, keep it moist etc, etc. So of course what happens, I end up with filo ‘paper’ on my hands – nice...
by The Klutzy Cook | 5 Oct, 2009 | Menu Plans
There was no Menu Plan last week as we made a snap decision to go away for a few days to the beach. We went to Coolum on the Sunshine Coast – a beautiful place that hasn’t been developed yet. If you’re ever in Queensland, Australia, you must visit there. Also, last...
by The Klutzy Cook | 1 Oct, 2009 | Main Meals, Rice Dishes
Many years ago I stopped eating fried rice with a preference for nice fluffy steamed rice. However, this Brown Fried Rice is a whole different matter. Perhaps it’s the nuttiness the brown rice offers the dish or the addition of loads of crunchy vegetables. Whatever...
by The Klutzy Cook | 30 Sep, 2009 | Main Meals, Pasta Dishes
Pasta is always a favourite option for my family and this Tuna, Mushroom and Pinenut Pasta didn’t disappoint. When cooking pasta dishes, it’s great how you can make a fantastic dish from a few simple pantry ingredients. Or you can choose a more complex dish...