Food+Recipe
Make your own rocky road
Posted on July 11, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
Popular with all ages, rocky road is a great crunchy treat that can be eaten as a sweet afternoon snack or served as dessert.
To make rocky road, first line a baking tray with baking paper. Then place 85 g of desiccated coconut in an oven bag before placing in a microwave and cooking…
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Dinner party games
Posted on July 11, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
Veteran dinner party hosts will know that not only is great food important when cooking for friends, so too is the entertainment for the guests. A simple and cheap way to entertain pre- and post-dinner is via playing different party games. Try to add some fun to your next dinner party with these options:
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,…
Getting your kids into cooking
Posted on July 11, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
Cooking is not only an essential tool to have as an independent adult but it can teach valuable lessons on the nutritional value of food. Getting the kids to enjoy cooking while they are still young can help to instil in them lessons about eating healthily, as well as giving them a practical skill that…
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
Vietnamese rice noodle salad
Posted on June 6, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
Salads can be a great meal option for those looking for something light but tasty. Full of vegetables, fruit and protein they can also be very healthy. For a salad with an Asian twist, try a Vietnamese rice noodle salad.
Making one of these salads…
Cooking with haloumi
Posted on June 6, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
Haloumi is a cheese that is cooked in its own whey, the process of which changes its protein structure making it able to be cooked without melting. Traditionally made with a mixture of goat and sheep’s milk, it has a briny taste and can be typically found in a variety of Mediterranean dishes.
Unlike most cheeses, it…
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…
Make your own butter
Posted on June 6, 2011 | COMMENT (1)
Making butter may be considered by some as a time-consuming tradition of the past, but it is surprisingly easy to make, and can even be done with an electric mixer. To create about 1 kg of butter or 1 L of buttermilk, you will need 2.4 L of double cream at room temperature, 2 teaspoons of dairy salt (optional) and,…
Seasonal fruit and veggies
Posted on June 6, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
With winter upon us, much of the produce that was available during the warmer months can become scarce and sometimes expensive. One of the easiest ways to find ripe and delicious fruit and vegetables at your local supermarket is to consider which produce is currently in season.
Fruits that are currently…
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…
Lemon butter made easy
Posted on May 14, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
From spreading on cakes to filling tarts, lemon butter is a versatile condiment to have on hand. Making lemon butter is a simple process that only requires eggs, caster sugar, lemon juice, lemon rind and butter.
To make:
- Place 125 g butter and 3/4 cup of
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
No-bake slice ideas
Posted on February 15, 2012 | COMMENT (1)
Whether for lazy days or hectic schedules, having a few bake-free recipes in your cookbook can come in handy. They save both time and effort but can be just as good as their baked counterparts. No-bake slice desserts are a great option for picnics, work snacks or even freezing…
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…
Make your avocados last longer
Posted on February 15, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
Avocados are an Australian favourite, whether on toast, in salads or in sandwiches. When ripe, an avocado is a dark green colour and shouldn’t be too firm, but still gives a little when pressed. An avocado that has reached its use-by date will…
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
