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Fermented Sourdough Roti Bread

Makes 10-15 breads  Ready In: 90 minutes Good For: Morning tea, with sweet preserves, stuffed curries, or accompanied by chutney.  Ingredients 1.1kg premium flour 500 ml warm milk (blood temp) 200g sourdough starter 2 eggs 20g salt 20g sugar 15g dried yeast pinch...

Chicken & Tortellini Broth

Servings 4-5Ready In: 50-60minsGood For: Winter warmer, hike, camping, supper, lunch.Ingredients 500g chicken pieces- on the bone, cut into large chunks including thighs, wings, breast, and drumsticks. Marinade of your choosing 300g chicken & bacon tortellini 1...

Scotch Fillet Steak Sandwich ‘my KING of sandwiches’

Portions 2   Ready In: 10-15 minutes  Good For: Brunch, supper, dinner, BBQIngredients 240g Scotch fillet steak (otherwise known as ribeye steak). Remove from fridge one hour before cooking if possible.  3/4 baguette of good quality (why put a $25 steak into a $2...

Glazed Lemon & Candied Fruit Sugared Sourdough Buns

Makes 2 of each flavour- the recipe makes two flavours  Ready In: 1 hr (plus 1hr30mins proving time)    Good For: Breakfast, morning tea, afternoon tea, high tea, and ANYTIME!!Ingredients 1.3kg strong white flour 600ml warm milk 240g mature sourdough starter...

Rosemary & Garlic Sourdough Bread

Makes Two large loavesReady In: 1 hour                              (plus 1hr45 for proofing)   Good For: Classic sandwiches like Reuben, corned beef, Croque Monsieur, Philly steak etcIngredients 1 kg white strong flour (plus some when shaping and finishing) 600ml...

Pork Spare Ribs (Dry Glazed Finish)

Serves 6-8Ready In: (48 hrs cure then 2- 2.5 hours cooking)    Good For: Lunch, supper, dinner. party, BBQIngredients 2 x (1.2 -1.5) kg pork spare ribs 3tsp curing salt (see my cured porchetta recipe) 3 carrots-peeled and cut into quarters 3 onions- peeled and cut...

Pork Spare Ribs (Wet Style)

Serves 6-8Ready In: (48 hrs cure then 2 hours cooking)    Good For: Lunch, supper, dinner. party, BBQIngredients 2 x (1.2 -1.5) kg pork spare ribs 3tsp curing salt (see my cured porchetta recipe) 3 carrots-peeled and cut into quarters 3 onions- peeled and cut into...

Porchetta Style Cured Pork Loin

Makes 40-45 med-thick slicesReady In: 7 days   Good For: Grilling, BBQ, fried, stir-fried, pasta, salad, rice, soup etcIngredients 2 - 2.5kg pork loin with back fat attached and skin removed 60g Murray river salt (what I used)/sea salt/course salt 35g soft brown sugar...

Chicken & Vegetable Noodle Soup

Servings 8 - 10 portionsReady In: 50mins    Good For: Lunch, dinner, pot-luck, supper, picnic.  Ingredients 8-10 chicken legs- skin on 3 1/2 litres water 8-10 eggs 200g dried fine egg noodles 50ml vegetable oil 4 onions- peeled and finely sliced 3 carrots- peeled...

Mac & Cheese TWEAKED

Serves 6-8Ready In: 50mins    Good For: Lunch, supper, side, dinner, party food.Ingredients 350g macaroni pasta 900ml milk 400g cooked spinach- can be fresh or frozen (defrosted) 150g sliced cooked ham- cut into strips 2 onions- finely chopped 85g grated cheese 80g...

New Zealand Lamb Roast Dinner

Servings 5Ready In: 80mins    Good For: Lunch, dinner, pot-luck  Ingredients 1.4 - 1.6kg leg lamb (bone-in) 6 large peeled potatoes- waxy variety like Nadine 4 orange kumara- peeled 2 broccoli- cut into florets 1.5 lit hot chicken stock (instant is fine) 1.2 lit...

Whipped Feta, Spinach and Roasted Walnut Dip (V)

Makes 700-750gReady In: 10mins    Good For: Party, function, pot-luck supper, filling, sandwichesIngredients 250g spinach- picked, washed and drained 200g feta cheese 1/2 large onion- peeled and finely sliced 15g butter pinch nutmeg 90ml cream 80g walnuts- roasted...

Stir-Fried Chicken with Vegetables

Servings 4Ready In: 10mins    Good For: Main, snack, supperIngredients 700g long grain rice-cooked and cold 500g cooked chopped chicken - boneless 90ml vegetable oil 1 lrg carrot- cut into small dice 2 onions- sliced 1 zucchini- split down the middle and thinly sliced...

Spiced Pork, Egg & Rucola Ramen

Serves 4 portionsReady In: 25 - 30 minsGood For: Lunch, dinner,snack, pot luckIngredients 350g pork mince 2tsp soy 8 eggs- boiled for 6min with shell removed 1 1/2 tsp fresh chilli- finely chopped 280-300g dried egg noodles 30ml vegetable oil 2 onions- thinly sliced 1...

Crispy Baked Smoked Paprika Potatoes with Onions

Servings 4-5Ready In: 35mins    Good For: Side, salad, vegetarian option.Ingredients 700g new potatoes (flour variety, not waxy)- washed 2 onions-peeled 3 cloves garlic-peeled and roughly chopped 40ml olive oil 20g butter 2tsp smoked paprika 1/4 tsp milled black...

Chilli Beef, Cucumber & Asparagus Salad

Servings 4Ready In: 15minsGood For: Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Pot-LuckIngredients 450g beef mince 1 1/2 tblsp olive oil 1/2 onion- chopped 2 cloves garlic- minced 1tblsp extra virgin olive oil 2 tblsp tomato puree 2 tsp smoked paprika 3 tblsp aioli 2 tsp chilli oil 1 tsp...

Spiced Apple & Golden Sultana Strudel

Servings 6-8Ready In: 1hr 10mins  Good For: Morning tea, brunch, lunch, snack, dessert, Ingredients 190g strong flour 80ml warm water 30ml vegetable oil 1/4 tsp salt 1tsp lemon juice 6 green apples- peeled 130g golden raisins 40g caster 1 lemon- zest only 50g...

Seared Soy, Ginger & Garlic Chicken w Rice & Kale

Servings 4Ready In: 35mins Good For: Lunch, supper, snackIngredients 6 chicken thighs- boneless 450g medium grain rice 700ml water 2 bay leaves 1 onion- finely chopped 2tsp vegetable oil 30g fresh ginger- grated 5cloves garlic- thinly sliced 1 fresh chilli- thinly...

Mexican Beef, Spinach, Baby Kale & Cheese Quesadilla

Servings 4Ready In: 15minsGood For: Breakfast, Lunch, Supper, Main Dish or PicnicIngredients 8 floured tortillas (can be flavoured) 300g minced beef 1 large onion- finely chopped 2tsp tomato paste 1tsp ground coriander  1/2 tsp garlic powder 3tsp vegetable oil 300g...

Chicken, Prawn and Pea Crispy Arancini Balls

Servings 6-8 portionsReady In: 35-45mins (plus 30mins chilling)Good For: Lunch, dinner, canape, picnicIngredients 1 x recipe of creamy chicken, prawn, pea and spinach risotto (in the recipe book OR open the link is in step 2) 2 eggs 120ml milk 150g breadcrumbs 100g...

Creamy Chicken, Prawn, Pea, and Spinach Risotto

Servings 4Ready In: 30 minsGood For: Lunch, supper, dinner or pot-luck Ingredients 350g arborio rice 1 lit hot chicken stock OR 3 tsp stock powder + 1 lit hot water 2 chicken breasts- bone and skin removed 80g prawns (de-shelled)  2 sticks of rosemary 20ml olive oil 2...

My Favourite Lemon Curd Recipe 🍋

Makes 3 litresReady In: 20minsGood For: Fillings, spreads, pastries, pies etcIngredients 10 eggs- beaten thoroughly or whisked  410ml fresh lemon juice 5 tsp lemon zest 220g caster sugar 1 tsp salt 400g butter- room temperature Step by Step Instructions Step 1 Having...

Delicious Satay Sauce (GF)

Servings 8Ready In: 25mins       Good For: Condiment, side, BBQIngredients 750g roasted peanuts- chopped finely 2tblsp rice bran oil 1.5 lit coconut cream 2 onions- finely chopped 8 cloves garlic- crushed 110g fresh ginger- finely grated 3 tblsp turmeric 1tsp curry...

Best Cheesecake Recipe ‘EVER’

Servings 12Ready In: 40mins to make, 2hrs to setGood For: Morning tea, dessert, high tea or gift for someone specialIngredients 260g malt biscuits (crushed) 130g butter- melted and cooled slightly 35g caster sugar 1/2 lemon- zest only 700g cream cheese (remove from...

Morgan’s Potato Gnocchi

Portions 3-4Ready In: 30minsGood For: Lunch, dinner, snackIngredients 850g floury potatoes of the same size (washed, not peeled) 160g strong flour 50g parmesan-finely grated 35g butter 15ml extra virgin olive oil 2 egg yolks 1 egg- beaten lightly pinch nutmeg pinch...

Pavlova with Mixed Berries and Sweetened Cream (GF)

Makes 12-14 Ready In:  1hr 45minsGood For: Dinner party, dessert, pot luck meal etcIngredients 200ml egg white (4 eggs) 400g caster sugar 2 dsp cornflour 1dsp white vinegar large pinch salt  1 x recipe berry compote (see recipe section/cakes and mini-baked delights)...

Warm Stir-Fried Spiced Mincemeat Salad with Avocado

Makes 4 portionsReady In:  20 minsGood For: Breakfast, Lunch, Supper, Dinner Ingredients 350g mincemeat-choice of beef, pork, lamb, chicken 300g long grain rice-washed and drained 1 onion- finely chopped 2 spring onions- finely sliced 40ml vegetable oil 3tsp curry...

Minestrone ‘Castelnuovo di Porto’ Soup- Original Style

Serves 5Ready In:  45minsGood For: Lunch, Snack, Supper, Pot-Luck Dinner Ingredients 30ml olive oil 80g pancetta- finely diced 1 onion- chopped 1 capsicum-chopped 3 sticks celery-chopped 1 carrot-finely chopped 4 cloves garlic-thinly sliced 1 tblsp tomato puree 1 x...

Duck Cooked 2 Ways, Fried Singapore Noodles & Citrus Kale

Makes 2 portionsReady In: 45mins PLUS a day curing (optional)  Good For: Lunch, Dinner or Special OccasionIngredients 1 whole duck (with breasts and legs removed) OR 2 breasts & 2 legs Curing mix=1/2 dsp sugar, 1/2 dsp salt, 1 tsp crushed fennel seeds, 1/4...

Caesar Salad with Bacon, Seed, Nut & Panko Crumble

Servings 5Ready In: 20minGood For: Lunch, Dinner , side dish and BBQsIngredients Large cos lettuce (or baby gem, iceberg lettuce)- remove stem, wash leaves 240g streaky bacon- roughly chopped 200g mayonnaise 5 eggs- hard boiled (8mins)- peeled 1 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard...

Mexican Spiced Chicken, Spinach and Rice

Servings 4-6Ready In: 30-40 minsGood For: Lunch, Supper or Dinner Ingredients 600g boneless chicken- cut into 1cm thick slices 900ml boiling water (or 900ml fresh stock, remove stock powder) 450g long grain rice- washed well and drained 400g spinach- washed (large...

French Apple Flan

Makes 5-6 small flansReady In: 40mins (plus 30mins resting)Good For: Breakfast pastry, dessert or morning teaIngredients 1/2 batch of sweet pastry (see in recipe book) 3 golden delicious apples (or other sour variety) 25g caster sugar (for apples) 20g brown sugar (for...

Chicken Stew with Sour Cream, Chilli & Stuffed Olives

Servings 4Ready In: 50 mins         Good For: Lunch, dinner, snack. Ingredients 600g boneless chicken (skin off)- cut into bite sized pieces 40ml vegetable oil 2 white onions- peeled 3 cloves garlic- thinly sliced 150g celery 1 carrot 1 stick rosemary 450ml chicken...

Savoury Scrolls with Cheesy Fondue, Sweetcorn & Spinach (V)

Makes 35-40 scrollsReady In: 90mins plus                        (1hr fermentation)Good For: Snack, brunch, lunch & picnicIngredients 1.4kg strong flour 50g sourdough starter (optional) 18g dried yeast 25g salt 1 egg- beaten 10g sugar 110ml milk- warm but not hot...

Penne with Zucchini, Bacon & Cheese

Servings 4Ready In: 15minsGood For: Brunch, lunch, dinner or cheeky snack. Ingredients 500g dried penne pasta 2 zucchini- small dice 200g smoked streaky bacon 1 onion- finely chopped 1 chilli- finely chopped 300ml cream 100ml milk 3cloves garlic- finely chopped 40ml...

Oxtail Tagine

Servings 5Ready In: 1 hourGood For: Comfort winter warmer dishIngredients 2 1/2 - 3 kg oxtail (cut into pieces) 250ml red wine 2 stems rosemary 3 stems thyme 5 cloves garlic 1 orange-peel and juice 1 lemon-peel and juice 5 all spice berries 8 juniper berries 1tsp...

Penne with Pork & Beef Bolognaise Cream

Servings 4Ready In: 20minsGood For: Lunch, dinner, family gatheringIngredients 500g penne pasta 250g beef mince 200g pork mince 30ml olive oil 300ml milk 1 lrg onion-finely chopped 3 cloves garlic-chopped 30g tomato paste 1tsp chopped oregano 2tsp chicken stock powder...

Sausage and Courgette Penne Pasta

Servings 4Ready In: 15minsGood For: Brunch, lunch or dinnerIngredients 4-5 cooked sausages- any flavour (I used pork and herb)- sliced into thin pieces 500g penne pasta 1 onion-finely chopped 2 cloves garlic-crushed 1 lrg courgette- cut into 1cm dice 350ml water 2tsp...

Milk Chocolate Fudge

Makes 50+ piecesReady In: 15minsGood For: Treats, gifts or dessert toppersIngredients 340g caster sugar 210ml cream 170ml glucose 2 pinches of salt 200g milk chocolate-chopped 60g butter Step by Step Instructions Step 1 Home-made confectionary/candy presented in a...

Chicken Katsu

Servings 4Ready In: 20 - 25minsGood For: Lunch, Dinner or Burrito fillingIngredients 3 chicken breasts 600ml water 400g medium grain rice- wash well and then soak in water for 30mins 1 tsp salt 200g dried breadcrumbs 2 carrots- peeled and grated 1 cup shredded...

Spaghetti with Pork & Rocket Leaf Cream Sauce

Servings 4Ready In: 15minGood For: Lunch, Dinner or Quick SnackIngredients 500g dried spaghetti 350g pork mince 1 lrg onion- finely chopped 150g rocket leaves-picked, washed and drained 400ml cream 150ml milk 30ml olive oil 3tsp tomato puree 3 cloves garlic-minced...

Cured Gravadlax (uses less salt)

Makes 2 sides (40+portions)Curing time: 8 daysGood For: Canapes, salad, breakfast, sushi and for grazingIngredients 2.6kg salmon (gutted and scaled)= 2 sides 260g table salt (or if you prefer Murray River, Maldon or other natural salts) 270g caster sugar 1tsp chilli...

Pancetta, Spinach & Tomato Tortellini

Servings 4Ready In: 20minsGood For: Lunch or dinnerIngredients 500g stuffed tortellini (flavour of your choice) 80g chopped bacon (I've used pancetta for this recipe, but streaky, back or shoulder bacon is good) 400g tin of tomatoes 300g picked/washed/drained spinach...

Sourdough Flatbread

Makes 6-8 breadsReady In: 10mins PLUS 1 hour proofGood For: Sandwiches, lunch, breakfast, dinner.Ingredients 750g strong flour 110g sourdough starter (optional) 375ml warm water 10g dry yeast pinch sugar 15g salt 60ml olive oil Step by Step Instructions Step 1 In a...

Naan Bread with Garlic Butter

Makes 6-8 breads  Ready In: 20mins PLUS  1hr for provingGood For: Wraps, side dish or breakfastIngredients 220g strong flour 50-100ml warm water 3tsp dried yeast 1/2 tsp ground coriander 3tsp melted ghee 1 tsp sugar 2tsp natural yoghurt 3/4 tsp salt 1tsp...

Lia’s Pumpkin Frittata (V)

Servings 4Ready In: 20minsGood For: Lunch, dinner, brunch & picnicIngredients 250g pumpkin-peeled and cut into 3-4cm pieces 6 eggs-beaten 1 onion-finely chopped 2 spring onions-thinly sliced 2 cloves garlic-pureed 3dsp olive oil 1/2 tsp ground coriander salt and...

Whole Goat Leg Slow-Cooked for 6 Hours

Servings 10+ portionsReady In: 6hr 30minsGood For: Main dish, wraps, fillings, saladsIngredients 1 whole goat leg- on the bone 3tsp cumin seeds- toasted and ground 2 tsp turmeric 2tsp fennel seeds- toasted and ground 3tsp smoked paprika 3tsp coriander seeds- toasted...

Pasta Carbonara with Mushrooms, Bacon & Cream

Servings 4Ready In: 20minGood For: Starter, main or supper optionIngredients 450g dry short pasta- penne, fusilli, farfalle 350ml cream- double 80ml milk 2 onions- peeled and cut into small dice 3 cloves garlic- sliced thinly 200g button mushrooms-cleaned and sliced...

Passionfruit, Pecan & Almond Tart

Makes 15-20Ready In: 45minsGood For: Dessert, morning tea,  picnic or snackIngredients 1 x recipe sweet pastry (see recipe section) 120ml fresh passionfruit juice (or frozen) 150g butter-room temperature 150g caster sugar 4 eggs-beaten 150g ground almonds 45g flour...

Fried Rice Noodles with Pork, Ghost Pepper & Mirin

Servings 2Ready In: 15minsGood For: Quick meal timesIngredients 400g dried rice noodles- any size 140g pork mince 3tsp vegetable oil 3 cloves garlic- finely chopped 1cm piece of fresh ginger-peeled 2tsp mirin 2tsp sesame oil 2tsp soy sauce 1 egg-beaten 100g...

Cinnamon Doughnut Bread ‘N’ Butter Pudding with Roasted Apple

Servings 10Ready In:  1hr 10minsGood For: Dessert or dinner partyIngredients 10 small cinnamon doughnuts 6 egg yolks 100g granulated sugar 30g brown sugar few drops of vanilla 1tsp lemon zest 1 lemon- juice 4 cardamom pods 2 cloves 250ml cream (for custard) 200ml milk...

Pea Flower and Berry Kombucha

Makes 3 1/2 litresReady In: 7-12 daysGood For: Quenching and refreshing tonicIngredients 1 scoby (symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast) 200ml kombucha starter 3lit cold water 250g sugar 2 green tea bags 3 blue butterfly pea flower T bags 350ml boiling water 100g...

Chicken, Feta and Spinach Quesadilla

Servings 2 wrapsReady In: 15minsGood For: Main, sandwich, picnic, buffetIngredients 4 large tortilla wraps- any flavour 3 chicken thighs-boneless 1tsp Moroccan spice 1 clove garlic- finely chopped 2tsp olive oil 1/2 tsp smoked paprika 50g feta cheese 30g cooked or...

Warm Paneer, Kumara, Mushroom, Onion & Spinach Salad (V)

Servings 4Ready In: 50minsGood For: Main Dish, salad, wrap Ingredients 1 kumara (200g)- peeled 1 white onion- peeled 1 stick rosemary 25ml vegetable oil for roasting 100g button mushroom- cut into 1/4s 100g paneer- cut into 2cm cubes 2 cloves garlic-smashed w skin...

Pasta with Chicken, Bacon, Tomato & Spinach Sauce

Serves 5Ready In:  45minsGood For: Lunch, dinner or pot luck Ingredients 500g dry pasta- any shape 1 x 400g tin tomatoes  50ml olive oil 1 onion-chopped 2 cloves garlic- peeled and sliced 60g bacon- can be pancetta, streaky, back or shoulder 2 sticks fresh thyme 1 tsp...

Baked Alaska

Servings 4Ready In: 25minsGood For: DessertIngredients 4 balls of ice cream- choice of flavour or flavours 20cm x 10cm piece of sponge (or approximately)- chocolate or vanilla 100g egg white (or 2 egg whites approx) 200g caster sugar 50ml water pinch cream of tartar...

Tropical Fruit Trifle

Servings 6Ready In: 60mins           Good For: Dessert, bring a plateIngredients 1 piece vanilla sponge (approx 20 x 20cm) 500g frozen tropical fruit- defrosted 1 lemon 1 1/2 pkts raspberry jelly crystals (85g pkts) 300ml boiling water 400ml cold water 35g custard...

German Chocolate Gateaux

Serves 12 portionsReady In: 2 1/2 hours  Good For: Celebration cake.Ingredients 220g plain flour 250g caster sugar 90g soft brown sugar 65g cocoa 2tsp baking soda 1 1/2 tsp instant coffee granules 3/4 tsp salt 1tsp baking powder 3 eggs 200g sour cream 130ml...

Focaccia Loaf

Servings 10Ready In: 2 1/2 hrsGood For: Breakfast, lunch, dinnerIngredients 650g strong flour 300g sour starter 260ml warm water 9g dry yeast 14g salt 60ml olive oil 1/2 tsp fennel seed-crushed 3/4 tsp brown sugar 30ml olive oil (to finish) olives/rosemary/sea salt to...

Spinach & Feta Spanakopita (V)

Servings 6Ready In: 45minsGood For: Snack, Meal, Picnic, Canapé Ingredients 12 sheets filo pastry (30 x 30cm)  1kg large leaf spinach- stalks removed 200g feta cheese 50g parmesan 50g butter 1/2 tsp nutmeg 2 egg yolks and 1 egg- beat together 40ml cream 1/2 lemon 30g...

Sweet ‘N’ Salt Sensation Doughnuts

Makes 20Ready In: 2 hrs           Good For: Indulgence Ingredients 560g plain flour  270g sour starter (active=ready to use) 60g caster sugar 30g brown sugar 1tsp salt 3/4 tsp nutmeg 2 eggs- beaten 15g dry yeast 240ml warm milk 85g melted butter 300g melted ganache...

Slow-Cooked Spiced Chicken (GF)

Servings 5Ready In: 2 hours (2 day marinade)Good For: Lunch, Dinner, BBQsIngredients 1 Whole (1.5kg) chicken 2 lemons- sliced 5 cloves garlic (peeled and smashed) 6 allspice berries 6 juniper berries 30ml soy sauce 30ml vegetable oil 35g tomato paste 2 fresh chilies-...

Chocolate Fudge Brownie

Servings 10-12 portionsReady In: 40mins           Good For: Morning tea, lunch, dinner, picnic, afternoon teaIngredients 200g chopped dark chocolate 115g butter 150g caster sugar 3 eggs 75g brown sugar 70g flour- sifted 25g cocoa- sifted 1/2 tsp vanilla pinch salt...

Strawberry Fluid Gel

Makes  2 cups (500ml)Ready In: 10 minsGood For: Sweets sauce, desserts & cakes Ingredients 400g frozen or fresh strawberries 220g caster sugar 1 lemon-juice only 1/4 tsp vanilla essence 6g agar-agar Step by Step InstructionsStep 1 Fluid gels are frequently used by...

Chicken Biryani (GF)

Servings 8Ready In: 1 hr 15min   Good For: Lunch, dinner, celebrationIngredients 1.5 x recipe chicken curry (from our recipes) 20g butter-for greasing tray 600g basmati rice (I use a premium brand called Kashish) 225ml warm milk 60g dried fried onions or shallots 100g...

Moroccan Spiced Pork & Asparagus Pizza Bread

Makes 6-8 pizza breadsReady In: 15min        (proof for 2hrs)Good For: Lunch, dinner, picnic, party food, children's gatheringIngredients 370g strong flour plus 120g sourdough starter OR 460g strong flour (if not using sourdough) 190ml warm water 215-230ml warm water...

Thai Yellow Fish Curry with Lemongrass, Chilli and Tomato

Servings 4Ready In: 15 minsGood For: Lunch or Dinner Ingredients 600g white fish fillets-bones removed 30ml peanut oil 2 spring onion- chopped thinly 4 cloves garlic- sliced thinly 2 sticks lemon grass 10 cherry tomatoes- cut into 1/4s 2tsp tomato puree 2 sticks thyme...

Fish Gumbo with Bacon and Sweetcorn

Servings 4-5Ready In: 30min           Good For: Lunch, dinner or gatheringIngredients 600g white fish fillets- I use snapper 2 lrg white onions- diced 80g diced streaky bacon 3cloves garlic-crushed 80g sweetcorn kernals 100g tomatoes- cut into dice 10 green olives-...

Sweet Pastry

Makes 950g (suitable for 2 lrg tarts)Ready In: 10minsGood For: Tarts, pies, flans, petit foursIngredients 450g flour (not premium or strong) 300g cold butter 160g icing sugar- sifted 1egg- beaten pinch salt Step by Step Instructions Step 1 I find using a blender or...

Chocolate Ganache

Makes 10Ready In: 10minsGood To: Have ready in the fridge or freezer for multiple preparations  Ingredients 800g dark chocolate 800g cream 30g butter lrg pinch salt Step by Step Instructions Step 1 It goes without saying that the better the chocolate (you use)...

Buttermilk Fried Chicken with Sweetcorn, Spinach & Tomato

Servings 3Ready In: 40minsGood For: Lunch or DinnerIngredients 650g chicken thigh (on the bone) 1/2 tsp garlic salt 1 tsp paprika pinch mixed spice pinch dried chilli 300ml buttermilk 150g corn flour Vegetable oil for frying 1 onion-sliced 1 clove garlic-sliced pinch...

Macaroni Bites

Makes 25 piecesReady In: 30minsGood For: Lunch, Dinner or Party FoodIngredients 300g dried macaroni pasta 75g butter 95g flour 1/2 onion-finely chopped 2 cloves garlic-minced 720ml warm milk 140g grated cheese few drops tabasco few drops Worcestershire sauce 1 tsp...

Grilled & Crumbed Spiced Halloumi with Tomato Salsa

Servings 4Ready In: 30mins Good For: Lunch, Dinner or Party FoodIngredients 200g halloumi cheese 2tsp canola oil 1 1/2 tsp curry powder 1 egg 40ml milk 80g dried breadcrumbs 50g seasoned flour 3 tomatoes 2tblsp olive oil 1 spring onion-thinly sliced 3tblsp tomato...

Austrian ‘Reisfleisch’ – Rice and Beans with Pork Belly

Servings 4Ready In: 30mins (with pressure cooker) OR 1hr 10minsGood For: Lunch or DinnerIngredients 450g pork belly slices- with bone 300g onions-sliced 100g chick peas 2tsp tomato paste 1/2 tsp caraway seeds 1/2 tsp allspice 3 cloves 1 stick rosemary 1 1/2 tsp smoked...

Massaman Curry

Servings 6Ready In: 1hour 30minsGood For: Lunch or DinnerIngredients 1.2kg beef or lamb (on the bone) 1 shallot 5 cloves garlic 3cm piece fresh ginger 100ml water 1 red chilli 3 whole cloves 1/2 tsp cumin seed pinch nutmeg 1/2 tsp coriander seeds 4 cardamom pods 1/4...

Butter Paneer, Sweetcorn, Coconut and Spinach Curry

Servings 4Ready In: 45minsGood For: Lunch, dinner, vegetarian optionIngredients 250g paneer-cut into dice 3tsp vegetable oil 1/2 onion-sliced 1/4tsp fennel seeds 3 cardamom pods 2 sticks celery-finely chopped 3 cloves-whole 1tsp mustard seed 3 cloves garlic-sliced...

Chickpea Tagine

Servings 6Ready In: 50minsGood For: Lunch or Dinner, vegetarian optionIngredients 400g tin chickpeas 1onion-chopped 2 cloves garlic 30ml olive oil 1 sweetcorn on cob (or tinned) 70g cauliflower florets 1 carrot-diced 20g parsley-chopped 150g kumara-diced 50g spinach...

Corn Bread with Bacon, Capsicum and Spring Onion

Makes 3 small loaves  Ready In: 1hour 10minsGood For: Lunch,Dinner or PicnicIngredients 290g self raising flour 150g sweetcorn kernels 1 lrg onion-finely chopped 1/2 capsicum-finely chopped 1 small chilli- finely chopped 70g streaky bacon-chopped 1tsp coriander...

Succotash

Servings 6Ready In: 12 minsGood For: Salads, as relish or a fillingIngredients 1 lrg corn on the cob 1 small chilli- chopped 1 tomato-chopped 1/2 capsicum-chopped into small dice 1/2 tsp mustard seed 2 spring onion-sliced 30ml olive oil 30g butter 100g cooked chick...

Moroccan Spiced Potatoes

Servings 3Ready In: 35 minsGood For: Side or ideal for BBQIngredients 3 lrg floury potatoes (not waxy variety) 2 cloves garlic- crushed 1/2 onion-chopped 2tsp tomato puree 1/2 tsp Moroccan spice 1/2 tsp paprika 35g butter 20ml olive oil 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp black...

Spiced Mango Relish

Penne Pasta with Italian Sausage, Peas and Pecorino Cheese

Servings 4Ready In: 30minsGood For: Lunch or DinnerIngredients 550g dry penne pasta (or use another type) 3 Italian sausages (pork and fennel flavour) 1 onion-very finely chopped 2 cloves garlic 350g frozen baby peas 40ml olive oil 1 tsp sugar 1/2tsp salt 30g butter...

Spinach, Paneer and Mushroom Strudel

Servings 8Ready In: 1hour 20minsGood For: Lunch or Dinner or Vegetarian DishIngredients 200g strong flour- sifted 1 egg-beaten 30ml canola oil 4g salt 70-90ml cold water PLUS oil and water when stretching dough 1 lrg kumara- 1cm dice 1 onion- small dice 1...

Fresh Pasta

Makes 900gReady In: 5minsGood For: Any pasta dishIngredients 500g strong flour or tipo '00' flour 120g fine semolina 4 eggs- beaten 30ml olive oil 50ml cold water 8g salt flour for rolling Step by Step Instructions Step 1 It's essential to use strong flour when making...

Cheese Sauce

Makes 1 litreReady In: 30minsGood For: Pasta, vegetables, basesIngredients 1 shallot or onion-chopped 2 cloves garlic 90g butter 90g flour 1.1lit milk 1/2 tsp English mustard 100g cheese-grated salt and pepper to taste Step by Step Instructions Step 1 Heat a medium...

Tomato Sauce

Makes 1 litreReady In: 30- 45minsGood For: Pasta, rice, base for braise dishIngredients 2 x 400g tinned chopped tomatoes 1 onion-chopped 1 celery-chopped 3 cloves garlic-chopped 60ml olive oil 2tsp tomato paste 1tsp paprika 2tsp brown sugar 3tsp vinegar 1/2 fresh...

Baked Vegetable Lasagne

Servings 10Ready In: 1hour 30minsGood For: Lunch or DinnerIngredients 1 recipe mornay sauce- see recipes 1 recipe tomato sauce-see recipes 2 zucchini- sliced into 1/2 cm 1 lrg kumara- sliced into 1cm pieces 2 carrots-sliced into 1/2 cm pieces 2 tomatoes-sliced 3 cups...

Sourdough Based Roti Bread

Makes 6 breadsReady In: 20minsGood For: Wrap or garnish bread. Ingredients 350g flour 80g sour starter- see my recipe for sourdough starter 1tsp salt 1tsp cumin seeds 2tsp vegetable oil 250ml water melted butter to serve 350g flour 80g sour starter 1tsp salt 1tsp...

Broccoli, Potato and Onion Curry

Servings 5Ready In: 45minsGood For: Lunch or DinnerIngredients 2 potatoes- cut into 1cm slices 2 broccoli- cut into large slices with stem 2 onions- thickly sliced 1tsp salt 1/2tsp turmeric 1tsp fennel seeds 2tsp curry powder 50g. butter 150ml marinara sauce- tomato...

Berry Compote

Makes 250mlReady In: 5minsGood For: Sauce, filling, flavouring and much moreIngredients 200g frozen berries-any variety 120g sugar 40ml water 3tsp lemon juice few drops vanilla 1tsp cornflour 3tsp water to mix Step by Step Instructions Step 1 Heat berries and water...

Chicken Curry

Servings 4Ready In: 1 hourGood For: Lunch or DinnerIngredients 600g chicken- on the bone 1/2tsp turmeric 5 cloves garlic- smashed 3tsp curry powder-of your choice 1/2 tsp dried chilli- I would add more if want spicy 1tsp fennel seeds 1tsp cumin seeds 1/2tsp rock salt...

Vegetarian Singapore Noodles with Egg Foo Young

Servings 2Ready In: 10 minsGood For: Lunch, as a salad, snack or dinnerIngredients 40ml vegetable oil 1 clove garlic chopped 1/2 chilli- chopped 10g fresh ginger 50g beansprouts 3 eggs-beaten 1/2 tsp + 1tsp soy sauce 1 carrot- sliced 1/2 onion-sliced 1/2 red...

Swiss Buttercream

Makes 600g  Ready In: 15 minsGood For: Filling, Coating and Masking CakesIngredients 200g egg whites 400g granulated sugar 350g unsalted butter- room temperature. Pinch salt Few drops of vanilla essence (or pureed vanilla seed) Flavour of your choice Step by Step...

Sweet & Sour Onion Relish

Makes 2 x 400jarsReady In: 2 hoursGood For: Relish, flavour advancerIngredients 20 onions- thinly sliced 150g butter 6 cloves garlic-sliced 5 bay leaves 300ml red wine 100g brown sugar 90ml red wine vinegar 1 tsp sea salt 1 tsp milled black pepper 3 sticks of fresh...

Thai Vegetable Curry

Servings 4Ready In: 35minsGood For: Lunch or Dinner. Gluten free optionIngredients 200g kumara- peeled, cut into 3-4cm pieces 120g potato- cut into large chunks 1 carrot- peeled and thickly sliced 100g spinach leaves- picked, washed and drained 400ml coconut milk...

Marinated Chicken with Mushroom, Spinach and Herb Cream Sauce

Servings 4-5Ready In: 45minsGood For: Lunch or DinnerIngredients 1.1kg chicken drum sticks 2tsp veg oil 1tsp dried rosemary 1tsp garlic salt 1tsp Italian herbs 1tsp allspice-crushed 500g agria potatoes- cut into 3-4 cm pieces 70g spinach 150g mushrooms-thickly sliced ...

Crispy Skinned Snapper with Warm Potato & Spinach Salad

Servings 4Ready In: 15 minsGood For: Lunch or DinnerIngredients 4 portions of white fish (150g approx) with skin- pin bones removed 6 potatoes- peeled, washed, cut into 3cm pieces 100ml vegetable oil 100g flour with 1/4 tsp salt 1/2 tsp salt 4 handfuls of spinach-...

Mark’s Asian Dipping Sauce

Makes 150mlReady In: 5minsGood For: Marinades, dressing, cureIngredients 100ml soy sauce 1 red chilli- finely chopped 1 spring onion finely chopped 1/2 tsp fish sauce 1tsp caster sugar 1tsp fresh lemon juice 2 cloves garlic minced 1/4 tsp ginger finely chopped 20ml...

Fried Pork Schnitzel with Pasta Primavera

Servings 4Ready In: 30mins                plus 30mins restGood For: Lunch or DinnerIngredients 250g strong flour 15ml olive oil 25ml cold water 4g salt 2 eggs 4 x 130-150g pork steaks or medallions 40g flour 1 egg and 70ml milk- whisked together 70g dry breadcrumbs...

Berry Meringue Roulade with Lemon Curd and Berry Compote

Servings 8Ready In: 1 hourGood For: DessertIngredients 160g egg white 320g caster sugar- meringue pinch salt 1 tsp cornflour 1 tsp white vinegar 60g cashew nuts cooked with 1 tsp olive oil till golden brown- chopped 250ml double cream 60g sugar-soured cream 50g sour...