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01/12/2020

Grilled Asparagus with Pomegranate, Mint and Barley

Grilled asparagus with mint, pomegranate and barley is a side dish which can be served either warm or cold. It looks so pretty with the pomegranate arils, like crimson jewels, perched on top of the rich green mint and grilled asparagus. This is my interpretation of a delicious sauce I had several years ago at Gjelina, one of my favourite ... Read More

Filed Under: salads, sauces, side dish, vegetables Tagged With: asparagus, barley, eschallot, garlic, lime, mint, olive oil, pomegranate molasses

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Salsa Verde with Radish Leaves

  Salsa verde with radish leaves is simply my interpretation of a green sauce of chopped herbs. Many versions exist - think of the British mint sauce, the French sauce verde with chives and tarragon, or the  the Argentinian chimichurri with coriander, just to name a few. I bought a bunch of beautiful radishes from my local market this ... Read More

Filed Under: appetizers, condiment, gluten free, sauces, side dish, vegetables Tagged With: anchovies, basil, Dijon mustard, garlic, Italian parsley, mint, olive oil, radish leaves, red wine vinegar

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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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