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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

01/12/2020

Tomato and Olive Salad with Roasted Onions and Thyme

Tomato and olive salad with roasted onions and thyme was borne out of a need to come up with something quickly because I feared I didn't have enough to feed my guests. A  friend of mine has a wonderful expression: "maximum impact for minimum effort." With just a few ingredients, this salad does just that, with juicy, ripe baby tomatoes, black ... Read More

Filed Under: salads, side dish, vegan, vegetables, vegetarian Tagged With: balsamic vinegar, olive oil, olives, onion, thyme, tomatoes

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

25/10/2020

Grilled Vegetables with Celery Salt and Green Herb Sauce

I made grilled vegetables with celery salt and green herb sauce for lunch today. In fact, I only grilled the vegetables as I'd made the accompaniments earlier in the week. I've been excitedly pouring through the pages of my new Cornersmith cookbook https://www.cornersmith.com.au/collections/cookbook/products/use-it-all The book is a fabulous guide ... Read More

Filed Under: general, gluten free, sauces, side dish, vegan, vegetables, vegetarian Tagged With: asparagus, celery, cherry tomatoes, corn, dill, fennel, garlic, leeks, olive oil, spring onions

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

29/08/2020

Okra with Tomatoes and Curry Leaves

  Okra with tomatoes and curry leaves is a very quick dish to make. They're sometimes known as lady's fingers. Originating from Africa, okra are now widely used in Indian cooking, and dishes of the Caribbean and the southern states of the USA. I think this dish would be delicious with some chickpeas or lentils stirred in. Otherwise, ... Read More

Filed Under: side dish, vegan, vegetables, vegetarian Tagged With: curry leaves, garlic, nigella seeds, okra, onions, tinned tomatoes

16/08/2020

Jerusalem Artichoke and Walnut Soup

  Jerusalem artich0ke and walnut soup began with a case of mistaken identity. At the market https://cambridgemarkets.com.au , I picked up what I thought was a piece of ginger. James, my fruit and veg man https://www.farmerandson.com.au told me that it was Jerusalem artichoke. Having shied away from cooking them before, I decided to buy a ... Read More

Filed Under: soups, vegan, vegetables, vegetarian Tagged With: celery, Jerusalem artichokes, nutmeg, onions, walnuts

02/08/2020

Pickled Red Onions

Pickled red onions are really easy to make and you don't have to be too fussy about the quantity of the ingredients. Experiment with whatever combination of spices you like, such as mustard seeds, cumin seeds or juniper berries. The leafy fronds of dill or fennel are a favourite of mine. I also like to add some orange rind. Pickled red onions ... Read More

Filed Under: appetizers, condiment, gluten free, side dish, snacks, vegan, vegetables Tagged With: apple cider vinegar, coriander seeds, orange zest, red onions

24/07/2020

Moroccan Tomato and Lentil Soup

My Moroccan tomato and lentil soup has evolved from a somewhat bland cream of tomato soup I've been making since the kids were little. Cream of tomato is the only soup one of my kids will eat. Therefore, I've started to add a few more ingredients to make it more interesting. Now, this soup is on high rotation on Monday nights when everyone eats at ... Read More

Filed Under: soups, vegan, vegetarian Tagged With: capsicum, celery, maple syrup, onion, passata, ras el hanout, red lentil

11/07/2020

Butternut Pumpkin, Parsnip and Carrot Soup

I made a big pot of butternut pumpkin, parsnip and carrot soup in preparation for a family holiday next week. There's no need to be fussy about the quantities here. You can use different vegetables, such as sweet potato, potato, leek, celery, or golden beetroots. I think the apple adds a lovely sweetness to the soup, but you could always add a ... Read More

Filed Under: general, soups, vegan, vegetables, vegetarian Tagged With: apple, butternut pumpkin, carrot, nutmeg, onion, parsnip, 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 in the stove & reduced to about 1 cup). Then stir in the pulp of 3-4 passionfruit. Grate a little extra ginger 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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