Food+Recipe
Choosing sustainable seafood
Posted on January 11, 2012 | COMMENT (1)
Some seafood species (in both international waters and also Australian oceans) are in serious danger of being devastatingly over-fished. By making a commitment to buying sustainable seafood, you will be helping to protect over-fished stocks.
Talk to local conservations groups or your local fishmonger for more details on how…
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The new Bel Oro fruit
Posted on January 11, 2012 | COMMENT (1)
A sweet melon, Bel Oro fruit is a recent addition to the Queensland fruit market, and is thought to have originated in Asia. With its sweet and flavoursome flesh and warm colouring, Bel Oro is an interesting addition to the fruit bowl. Drawing similarities in both colour and texture to a rockmelon, the…
Using a pressure cooker
Posted on January 9, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
A pressure cooker can be a great time-saver when it comes to preparing food, cutting time up to half with its use. This can be particularly important to those with time-consuming careers and demanding family obligations.
A pressure cooker works by forming an airtight seal that builds pressure when the liquid inside…
A guide to homemade ravioli
Posted on January 9, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
Pasta comes in many forms, each type unique to certain regions of Italy. Ravioli is one of the tastiest and can incorporate any flavour of your choosing via its filling.
To make your own homemade ravioli, you will need to first make pasta…
Quick and healthy juice ideas
Posted on January 9, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
Fresh juice is one of the easiest ways of obtaining your recommended five veggies and two fruits per day. Try the following juice ideas that prove being healthy isn’t always time consuming.
Carrot, Apple and Beetroot: Juice one small apple, four carrots and half a medium beetroot. Be sure…
Marinate roast capsicum
Posted on January 9, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
Marinating fruits and vegetables is a great way to give a twist to traditional barbecue and pasta dishes. The capsicum in particular can be completely transformed when marinated.
You can make your own by preheating an oven to 180ºC. Place five capsicums (of any colour) into a large…
Make your own thai beef salad
Posted on January 9, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
While salads are a great meal option in warmer weather, coming up with appealing and refreshing salad ideas can be difficult. A thai beef salad is a great meal in itself and can be prepared for an individual or in a group setting. While it uses a large number of ingredients,…
Tips for making creme caramel
Posted on January 9, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
When it comes to making desserts, creme caramel is rather impressive. While it may be restaurant worthy, it is relatively easy for the average household cook.
To make your own creme caramel, you will need to begin with the caramel base.…
Easy apple strudel recipe
Posted on January 9, 2012 | COMMENTS (2)
The traditional Viennese strudel is a layered pastry with sweet or savoury filling inside. The most common, and popular, variety is apple strudel. To make your own apple strudel, you will need two tablespoons of granulated sugar, one tablespoon of all-purpose flour, ¼ teaspoon of ground cinnamon, two large peeled Granny Smith apples,…
Catering for vegetarians at Christmas
Posted on December 14, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
For vegetarians, there are often few meal options generally available during Christmas time. While family celebrations will be plentiful, so too will the roast turkeys and hams on every table. If you are vegetarian or know someone who is, don’t reduce them to…
5 easy freezer meals
Posted on July 11, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
With increased working hours and reduced relaxation time, there is often no longer time to prepare the elaborate meals of the past. For the average person on the go, the freezer can be your best friend when it comes to taking care of breakfast, lunch or dinner. For families and singles alike,…
5 easy potato dishes
Posted on July 15, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
From salads to soups, the humble potato is a pantry essential that can be used in a variety of dishes. Here are some suggestions on the versatile uses for potatoes:
• Leek and Potato Soup: A warm dish for cool nights, this is a simple soup to make. Saute onion,…
How to make naan
Posted on April 12, 2011 | COMMENT (1)
While in some high-society circles, using a piece of bread to mop up the juices left on your plate is considered poor taste. But in India, dunking a piece of naan bread into a curry is one of the most common ways to enjoy a meal. To make naan, place 1 teaspoon of yeast into 1 cup of warm water. The yeast mix should become frothy after approximately 10 minutes.
To this mix, add 2 cups…
5 uses for pumpkin this winter
Posted on June 6, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
Pumpkin can be a very handy vegetable to have in the kitchen. As winter produce it can be used to create both sweet and savoury dishes that are not only delicious but can be beneficial to your health. Pumpkins contain a high…
Sticky Date Pudding
Posted on June 8, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
When served with a warm butterscotch sauce and lashings of cream and ice cream, sticky date pudding is an indulgent dessert that is perfect for cool winter nights. Sticky date pudding is quite simple to make and when baked in individual portions, the puddings make an attractive and impressive dessert.
To make:
- Preheat the oven to 180ºC
Quick and easy satay sauce
Posted on January 14, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
Considered to be the national dish of Indonesia, satay is a flavoursome dish that is popular in many South-East Asian countries. While there are a number of different variations of satay, it is essentially a spiced peanut-based sauce.
To make satay sauce, fry onion and garlic in a fry pan (for…
Cooking doughnuts at home
Posted on August 8, 2011 | COMMENTS (2)
A piping-hot crisp doughnut with a thick jacket of cinnamon sugar is one of life’s little treats to savour. Doughnuts are quite simple to make, and if you are especially hungry, the frying process means the treats are cooked much faster than a oven-baked goods.
To make:
- Beat
Five iron rich foods
Posted on September 13, 2010 | COMMENTS (0)
Iron has a very important job to do. It transports oxygen in our blood and if we don’t have enough iron coursing through our veins it means less oxygen is getting to our cells. This can lead to fatigue, tiredness and reduce our immunity to infection. To feel fit and strong and alert like an iron man or woman, indulge in these five iron-rich…
5 ways to make muffins healthier
Posted on November 9, 2010 | COMMENTS (0)
For people looking to avoid weight gain, muffins are often placed in the 'foods to avoid' category While some muffins can be high in sugar and fat content, there are ways to adapt recipes to create muffins that aren’t as prone to causing weight gain. Of course,…
How to poach the perfect egg
Posted on October 12, 2011 | COMMENT (1)
Poaching can be the most intimidating form of cooking an egg. Fortunately, following these steps can make it seem a whole lot simpler.
Begin by boiling a large saucepan full of water. Add to this a splash of white vinegar and…
