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Strawberry Bread
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...
Salmon & Herb Filo Parcels
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...
Menu Plan #7
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...
Brown Fried Rice
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...
Tuna, Mushroom and Pinenut Pasta
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...
Egg and Dairy Free Vanilla Cake
My son’s ‘best friend Charlie’ recently celebrated his 3rd birthday and there were a couple of reasons it was proving difficult for his Mum to make him a birthday cake. Firstly, their home is undergoing major renovations which have meant they are living in a...
Chicken, Chickpea and Tomato Bake
This Chicken, Chickpea and Tomato Bake recipe has appeared regularly on our menu for the last few years. The latest adaptation is done in the slow cooker, my favourite kitchen appliance. Although my “favourite” appliance can change at the drop of a hat, depending on...
Salt and Pepper Squid
Squid or calamari is relatively inexpensive seafood and has been immortalized in this dish – Salt and Pepper Squid. Wherever we go to eat these days, there seems to be some sort of version of it on the menu. It’s a bit like in the 1980’s when nachos seemed to rise...
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