Food+Recipe
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,…
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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 uses for leftover bread
Posted on December 14, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
Bread comes in a variety of shapes and flavours but it all shares a similar short lifespan. The next time you find you have a bundle of leftover bread but don’t want to waste it, try the following five suggestions:
1. Make crumbs. Whether for batter or…
Make your own caramelised onions
Posted on December 14, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
Accompanying summer's arrival is the imminent summertime barbecue. The traditional abundance of snags and steaks wouldn’t be complete without some condiments and side dishes, and one of the most popular and tasty of these is the caramelised onion.…
Tomato paste made easy
Posted on December 14, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
Pizza, pasta, risotto – tomato paste makes its way into the majority of Italian dishes. It is essentially a thick paste that is made by cooking tomatoes for several hours to reduce their moisture, removing the seeds and skin and cooking again to reduce into…
How to make bread and butter pudding
Posted on December 14, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
Bread and butter pudding is a British culinary classic that continues to warm both hearts and stomachs. Filled with brandy and spices, it has most likely stood the test of time because it is so easy to make.
To make your own bread and butter pudding, combine…
A guide to making cappucinos
Posted on December 14, 2011 | COMMENT (1)
For many people, that daily cup of joe is an important start to the day. While your local barista’s skills may seem unattainable, there is a way to produce cafe-grade coffee at home, it just takes practice.
To make a cappuccino, you will need an…
Cooking with watercress
Posted on December 14, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
Watercress is not the most well-known of greens but, historically, it has played a part in both nutritional and medicinal cooking. Traditionally, watercress has been seen as a spring-cleaning herb for purifying the blood and nervous system, as well as being effective in preventing head colds and coughs. This is because…
Host a fondue party
Posted on December 12, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
Fondue is a dish that originated in Switzerland and became popular in Australia during the 1960s and 1970s. Recently, chocolate fondue has become a popular dessert and, as such, fondue makers and pots can now be readily found in many shops.
Fondue consists of a communal pot of…
Easy summer cherry recipes
Posted on November 15, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
Cherries are a popular festive favourite, with the shiny red fruit a colourful reminder that Christmas is almost upon us. Why not try a delicious white chocolate cherry panna cotta or a cooling cherry sangria this summer? White Chocolate Cherry Panna Cotta
Preparation Time: 20 minutes.
Cooking Time: 5 minutes plus minimum 3 hours refrigeration time.
Serves 6.
Ingredients:
4 sheets leaf gelatine or 3 teaspoons…
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…
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
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
