Do you feel fed if you haven’t had meat? I know lots of people, especially men who just don’t feel like they have been fed if they haven’t had meat on their plate. Not me though – I actually did not eat much meat for years, until I started weight training and developed a taste (maybe a need?) for it. There are days still though … Continue reading Salad of Quinoa, Butternut Squash, Feta and Beans
This sausage roll is a great mixture of flavours and textures. Inspired by Bourke Street Bakery, a baking reference bible from one of Sydney’s landmark bakeries. I amended the recipe by basing it on my glutenfree shortcrust pastry and putting Quinoa into the lamb meat to add an extra bit of texture and flavour. Just beautiful, hot from the oven or cold for lunch in … Continue reading Lamb Harissa and Quinoa Rolls
A Duxelle is a usually a finely chopped mixture of mushrooms, onions, shallots and herbs sautéed in butter and or cream and then usually reduced to a paste – used most notably in Beef Wellington or as a garnish. Adapted slightly and not turned into a paste, this makes a delicious side dish working really well with a whole roast chicken. It also works perfectly … Continue reading Duxelle of Mixed Mushrooms Celeriac and Carrot
I had totally forgotten about these little treats and was rooting though my books of recipes recently and remembered how easy and tasty these little fruit and nut balls are. I developed this receipe for a cookery courses I first gave years ago, as a nice energy giving snack or post workout treat. Really easy to prepare, keep them in an airtight tin if you … Continue reading Delicious Fruit and Nut Snacks
Lamb is very traditional for Easter and this is a nice alternative to a leg of lamb which can be really pricey if you are trying to feed a big gang. This dish is a great crowd pleaser and as it just cooks away in the oven is great for entertaining. Made with Lamb shanks which I think are my favourite cut of meat, and … Continue reading Moroccan Spiced Lamb Shanks – Easter Party Perfect
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