Crispy Orange Peel Beef
I didn’t plan to make this dish, but I unwittingly bought twice the weight of meat needed for the red braised brisket which I posted a couple of days ago. … Continue reading
Turkey Picnic Terrine
Once considered only for celebrations, turkey meat is now available in supermarkets and poulterers year round in Melbourne. Promoted as a healthy low fat meat to be included into regular … Continue reading
Red Braised Brisket with Cherry Tomato Salad
In December last year I commented on Chef Mimi‘s Christmas wish list blog. She longed for Sous Vide equipment, I hoped for vouchers to buy cook books. It seems we … Continue reading
Tomato Relish
As autumn looms I swing into action making pickles, relishes and sauces, old fashioned spiced preserves that rely on vinegar, salt and sugar for longevity. I never developed a liking … Continue reading
Salsa Verde – a piquant green sauce
Bunches of fresh herbs at the farmers market always tempt me to buy. Like beautiful posies of fresh flowers I am tempted to put them in jars on the kitchen … Continue reading
NUGGETS OF GOLD
Baked pumpkin is my all time favourite vegetable. In Melbourne, the growers at the Farmers Markets currently have seasonal pumpkins and their close relation squash in a plethora of shapes, … Continue reading
Strawberry Almond Shortcake
Mention “strawberry shortcake” and my mind will immediately think of a cutesy pie little dolly that my daughters played with endlessly thirty years ago. However, this is not a strawberry … Continue reading
Strawberry Jam
Miss E is planning her 9th birthday party. She’d like to serve blackberry and apple juice in champagne glasses, the rim of the glass frosted with pink sugar crystals. Sigh! … Continue reading
Smoked Trout and Zucchini Filled Tomato Roulade
Our long hot dry summer is dragging on. We’ve had weeks on end of days peaking at 35C and nights failing to drop below 22C. There is no relief in … Continue reading
Summertime Heirloom Tomato Salad
“Real” tomatoes are a joy to behold. I’m not talking about those genetically modified travellers that look a million dollars. Sure they may bounce when dropped but they are about … Continue reading
Basil Pesto
In my home town, the word “pesto” has been adopted by the food industry as the catchphrase that describes a chunky textured dip that is made from herbs or vegetables … Continue reading
Deconstructed Grilled Vegetable Lasagne
Those following restricted diets often come off second best at large sit down catered dinner functions. I understand as well as the next person that if 5 people request a … Continue reading
Tomato Passata
Passata is essentially tomato purée. It’s cheap and readily available, but sadly the commercial product is often made with under ripe, acidic fruit. Home made passata made with sweet red … Continue reading
Bananarama
I hate waste. It’s poor economy and irresponsible consumerism!!! You can read my tips for reducing kitchen waste here. Now I’ve got that off my chest, there are many solutions … Continue reading
Please Pass the Recipe 