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20/12/2020

Tomato Salsa

Tomato salsa goes by many names. Also known as 'salsa fresca,' 'salsa cruda' or 'salsa bandera,' it's a traditional Mexican dish of raw ingredients that's quick and easy to make, nutritious and delicious. My favourite name is 'pico de Gallo.' The literal translation is 'beak of the rooster.' It's believed to be called that because people used to ... Read More

Filed Under: appetizers, condiment, dips, general, gluten free, sauces, side dish, snacks, vegan, vegetables, vegetarian Tagged With: cherry tomatoes, coriander, jalapeno, lime, olive oil, red onion, salt

09/11/2020

Eggplant Mezze Plate

I served this eggplant mezze plate yesterday as a starter for lunch with friends. I used eggplants in two ways - thinly sliced and roasted with smoked salt and olive oil, and also roasted whole, with a head of garlic, to turn into a dip. They tasted delicious on top of toasted pita bread with a dollop of homemade labneh and rose harissa. The labneh ... Read More

Filed Under: appetizers, dips, general, gluten free, side dish, snacks, vegetables, vegetarian Tagged With: cumin seeds, eggplant, garlic, lemon, olive oil, pepper, smoked salt, tahini

01/11/2020

Chicken Mayonnaise Sandwiches with Pistachios, Mint and Lime

Chicken mayonnaise sandwiches, for me,  are the ultimate picnic fare. They're believed to have originated from"Poulet Reine Elizabeth" or "Coronation Chicken." This was a dish created by Rosemary Hume, a Cordon Bleu chef, and Constance Spry, a florist and author, as part of the banquet for the the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II in 1953. ... Read More

Filed Under: dips, poultry, salads, vegetables Tagged With: celery, chicken, eggs, lime, mint, olive oil, pistachios

01/11/2020

Guacamole with toasted cumin seeds

  This guacamole with toasted cumin seeds doesn't have the kick of traditional guacamole, with jalapeño and chilli.  I tend to omit these ingredients because they don't appeal to my kids' tastebuds. I would recommend toasting the cumin seeds and grinding them. It does give the dip a much better flavour than using ground cumin from a jar.  I ... Read More

Filed Under: dips, side dish, snacks, vegan, vegetables, vegetarian Tagged With: avocado, coriander, cumin seeds, lime juice, pita bread, red onion, tomato

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

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

Carrot, Date and Ginger Jam

  Carrot, date and ginger jam goes beautifully with honey cashew cream, smeared on top of spelt buttermilk scones. It's also a delicious addition to a cheese platter. After a bit of chopping and grating (mind your knuckles when you grate), the ingredients pretty well look after themselves with an occasional stir in the pan. The beauty ... Read More

Filed Under: condiment, dips, vegetarian Tagged With: apple cider vinegar, carrots, dates, ginger, honey, orange, red onion

02/08/2020

Fig and Olive Herb Paste

Fig and olive herb paste was a recipe from my sister in a book of culinary musings from good friends. The book was a gift on my hens' day and I have referred to it often over the years. I've changed the paste recipe a little. It's perfect on a cheese plate, served with a sharp cheddar, manchego or goat's cheese. The paste is also a delicious ... Read More

Filed Under: appetizers, condiment, dips, gluten free, vegetarian Tagged With: dried figs, garlic, kalamata olives, olive oil, oregano, parsley, rosemary

30/07/2020

Pea and Mint Puree with Lemon and Ricotta

Pea and mint puree with lemon and ricotta is a beautifully light dip to serve with crudités. I recently served it as an alternative alongside a stronger salsa verde with radish leaves. Frozen peas are such a handy staple to have on hand, don't you think? The eschallot, which is sautéed before cooking with the peas, adds another layer of flavour, ... Read More

Filed Under: appetizers, dips, gluten free, side dish, snacks, vegetarian Tagged With: frozen peas, lemon, mint, ricotta

14/06/2020

Roasted Onion and Beetroot Dip

Roasted onion and beetroot dip is so easy to make, and it makes a very pretty appetiser. A painter, who did some work at our place once, noticed how much I loved cooking.  He would bring me culinary treats -  pomegranates from his garden, halva and  a jar of pomegranate molasses. Pomegranate molasses is a Middle Eastern reduction of pomegranate ... Read More

Filed Under: appetizers, dips, general, gluten free, snacks, vegetables, vegetarian Tagged With: beetroot, mint, pomegranate, pomegranate molasses, red onion, walnuts, yoghurt

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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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