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11/10/2020

Roasted Romanesco with Green Pea Hummus

Romanesco broccoli, or Roman cauliflower, has to be one of the most beautiful vegetables I’ve ever encountered. The first time I saw one, I was reminded of a piece of chartreuse coral.  The pale green florets are arranged in an intricate, fractal-like, conical spiral formation. Romanesco  belongs to the plant species Brassica oleracea, which also ... Read More

Filed Under: dips, salads, side dish, vegetables, vegetarian Tagged With: chick peas, frozen peas, garlic, hazelnuts, lemon juice, mint, olive oil, raisins, Romanesco, tahini, vinegar

03/10/2020

Pea and Lettuce Soup with Mint and Chives

Pea and lettuce soup with mint and chives takes only a few minutes to prepare. It’s a simple entree for a spring lunch. However, if you like a more substantial soup, it works beautifully with some almond meal stirred in, or some strips of grilled prosciutto strewn over the top. It’s also a lovely way to use the outer, tougher leaves of a lettuce ... Read More

Filed Under: appetizers, soups, vegan, vegetables, vegetarian Tagged With: chives, frozen peas, lettuce, mint, olive oil, vegetable stock

03/10/2020

Strawberry and Blood Orange Yoghurt Creams

These strawberry and blood orange yoghurt creams make use of the plentiful and cheap strawberries in spring, and the blood orange just adds another layer of flavour. They look so pretty in their little pink tea cups, with pink blossoms from the garden. When I'm having friends over, I love to to prepare things as much possible in advance. These are ... Read More

Filed Under: breakfast, dessert, fruit, no bake treats Tagged With: blood orange, cream, raw sugar, strawberries, yoghurt

03/10/2020

Grilled Vegetables with Carrot Leaf Pesto

Grilled vegetables with carrot leaf pesto is a beautiful accompaniment to the baked leek and saffron risotto. You’ve probably realised by now that I’m fan of green sauces, having included several versions in previous blog posts. I particularly like to use parts of vegetables that would otherwise be discarded, such as the leaves of baby carrots. You ... Read More

Filed Under: sauces, side dish, vegetables, vegetarian Tagged With: asparagus, baby carrot leaves, broccolini, garlic, olive oil, parmesan cheese, pine nuts, zucchini

03/10/2020

Baked Leek and Saffron Risotto

Baked leek and saffron risotto is a cheat's version of the traditional Risotto alla Milanese, which is continuously stirred for 20 minutes or so on the stove, and served as an accompaniment to osso bucco (veal shin bones). I love this baked version because it frees you up to prepare other things in the kitchen while it cooks. The leek is sweet, ... Read More

Filed Under: dinner, gluten free, rice, vegetables, vegetarian Tagged With: arborio rice, butter, garlic, leeks, lemon, olive oil, parmesan rind, saffron

26/09/2020

Pear, Date and Seed Loaf

I've been making this pear, date and seed loaf since the kids were little. It's great for lunch boxes, morning tea, cake stalls and picnics, as it transports well. The loaf is delicious toasted the next day with either cashew cream or butter smeared on top.  Feel free to play around with different ingredients. The loaf works well with all sorts of ... Read More

Filed Under: baking, breakfast, snacks, vegetarian Tagged With: brown sugar, dates, dried pears, eggs, honey, milk, pumpkin seeds, rice milk, rolled oats, sunflower seeds, wholemeal flour

18/09/2020

Spring Minestrone with Celeriac Leaf Pesto

Spring minestrone with celeriac leaf pesto is my kind of dish. It's a quick soup made with what I had on hand before the weekly shop- a tin of cannellini beans, frozen peas, a leek and a zucchini. In last week's blog, I posted a recipe for celeriac remoulade. I recently chatted with Sally from Farmer and Son https://www.farmerandson.com.au about ... Read More

Filed Under: general, pasta sauce, soups, vegetables Tagged With: celeriac, chicken stock, garlic, leeks, olive oil, parmesan cheese, peas, pine nuts, vegetable stock, zucchini

13/09/2020

Celeriac Remoulade

Once upon a time at a cafe in Noosa, QLD, I ordered a brunch plate with celeriac remoulade. It was absolutely delicious smeared on flat bread with smoked salmon and poached eggs. Sally from https://www.farmerandson.com.au has been giving me lesser known produce to try, so I thought I'd try my hand at making my own remoulade. Celeriac, or celery ... Read More

Filed Under: appetizers, condiment, dips, side dish, vegetables Tagged With: celeriac, eggs, herbs, lemon, mayonnaise, mustard, olive oil

31/08/2020

Spelt Buttermilk Scones with Cashew Cream

Spelt buttermilk scones with jam and cream are my absolute favourite for a tea-time treat. My dear friend Domenica makes the most delicious scones, served with strawberry jam and freshly whipped cream. I confess, I usually leave with a tummy ache because I can never stop at just one scone! I love to bake with wholemeal spelt flour, and I thought ... Read More

Filed Under: baking, snacks Tagged With: brown rice, butter, buttermilk, cashews, honey, lemon, Medjool dates, wholemeal spelt flour

31/08/2020

Fig, Cardamom and Orange Brownies

  Fig, orange  and cardamom brownies are a sophisticated version of a much loved Bill Granger 'healthier chocolate brownie' recipe that I've been making since the kids were little. I love the texture of the dried figs and the crunchy pumpkin seeds, while the ground cardamom and orange zest deliver a beautiful aroma. The brownies don't ... Read More

Filed Under: baking, chocolate, snacks Tagged With: cardamom, cocoa, dried figs, eggs, oranges, pumpkin seeds

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For me, preparing a meal and sharing it with family and friends at home is one of life’s greatest pleasures. By providing recipes for simple, nutritious meals, I want to give people the confidence to do the same.

Mango, passionfruit & ginger granita - blend the f Mango, passionfruit & ginger granita - blend the flesh of 3 ripe mangoes with mango skin ginger syrup (mango skins & stones, a small knob of peeled ginger, 1L water and 4 Tbsp sugar, simmered on the stove & reduced to about 1 cup). Then stir in the pulp of 3-4 passionfruit. Grate a little extra ginger in if you like. Freeze in a shallow tray, scraping with a fork 2-3 times to flake up the ice. A refreshing summer treat! #eatarainbow🌈 #quickandeasy #minimisefoodwaste
Roasted carrots, hummous, dukkah & parsley flowers Roasted carrots, hummous, dukkah & parsley flowers - an easy side dish, served warm or cold. Simply drizzle  sliced carrots with olive oil & sprinkle sea salt on top, & roast for 40 minutes at 200 deg C. Serve on top of hummous, sprinkle with dukkah & your choice of herb. Parsley flowers are edible & really pretty! #eatarainbow🌈 #quickandeasy #simpleandnutritious #minimsefoodwaste
Orzo salad with BBQ chicken thighs, roasted brocco Orzo salad with BBQ chicken thighs, roasted broccoli & red onion, tossed with pomegranate & mint sauce. I made a jar of this sauce before coming on holidays. I used half of it to marinate the chicken thighs &  the remainder as a dressing for the salad. Click on the link in the bio for the recipes for the sauce & also the gazpacho - a perfect summer meal! Oh, and check out my lovely antique forks from the Nostalgia Factory in the Kangaroo Valley!
#eatarainbow🌈 #quickandeasy #minimisefoodwaste #nostalgiafactorykangaroovalley #berrynsw
Who doesn’t love a good potato wedge? These are Who doesn’t love a good potato wedge? These are cooked with Parmesan and rosemary, perfect for a snack after a swim, or to serve at a BBQ. Click on the link in the bio for the recipe. #eatarainbow🌈  #quickandeasy #simpleandnutritious
Nectarine granita, perfect for a summer’s day & Nectarine granita, perfect for a summer’s day & easy for the kids to make. Click on the link in the bio for the recipe. #eatarainbow🌈  #minimisefoodwaste #quickandeasy
My favourite sweet treats, including fruit mince t My favourite sweet treats, including fruit mince tarts from @organicbreadbar, cherries from @farmer_and_son and chocolate panforte at the ready for present opening, before the Xmas Day feast. Don’t you just love the leftovers on Boxing Day? #xmasday2020 #organicbreadbar #farmer_and_son
DIY Christmas crackers made out of...toilet paper DIY Christmas crackers made out of...toilet paper wrappers, thanks to @whogivesacraptp Merry Christmas to you all! #diychristmascrackers #kidschristmascrafts #whogivesacraptp
Tomato salsa with a medley of juicy ripe baby toma Tomato salsa with a medley of juicy ripe baby tomatoes - a great snack after the beach! Click on the link in the bio for the recipe. #eatarainbow🌈  #minimisefoodwaste #quickandeasy #simpleandnutritious

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