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From the Vietnamese Imperial Court. Spring Rolls With Pork, Crab and Prawns.
Something substantial to serve with drinks. From the Vietnamese Imperial Court. Spring Rolls with pork, prawn and crab no less. Fit for an emperor. Crisp, crunchy and delicious. And so easy to prepare. All the work is in the preparation … Continue reading
Posted in Pork, Seafood, To Serve with Drinks, What I Love to Cook
Tagged Cabbage, Carrot, Crab, Food, Garlic, Ginger, Mushroom, Pork, Prawns, Spring Rolls, Vietnamese
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Cool as a Christmas Cucumber Canapé. Viviane’s Tzatziki Rolls.
It’s the countdown to Christmas. Lots of last-minute get togethers. Here’s a very easy canapé idea. A de-constructed tzatziki. I stumbled upon this fabulous canapé idea on Viviane’s gorgeous blog @ Down Under. Viviane is French and hails from New Zealand. Just across the ditch. But we … Continue reading
Posted in To Serve with Drinks, Vegetarian, What I Love to Cook
Tagged Cucumber, Garlic, Gluten free, Lemon, Mint, Tzatziki, Yoghurt
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Dinner in a Flash. Orecchiette with Sautéed Prawns, Lemon, Chilli and Garlic.
Orecchiette. Little ears of pasta. A speciality of the Puglia region of Southern Italy. Small and circular. Their little indentations perfectly suited to capturing a chunky sauce. Having just returned from the fish markets with some beautifully fresh prawns I’m craving seafood … Continue reading
Roast Capsicum with Grape Tomatoes and Pangrattato
In keeping with my quest to embrace a new, healthier me in what remains of the lead up to Christmas here’s a very festive, Mediterranean inspired roasted capsicum dish. Using seasonal vegetables its absolutely delicious. Big, bold Mediterranean flavours with … Continue reading
Posted in Vegetables, What I Love to Cook
Tagged Basil, Capsicum, Chilli, Food, Garlic, Herbs, Lemon, Pangrattato, Pine Nuts, Tomato
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Frugal Feasting. Spaghetti with Lemon, Chilli, Garlic and Pangrattato
I looked in my pantry this afternoon. Like Old Mother Hubbard, my cupboard was bare. My saving grace? Half a loaf of sour dough bread, some freshly laid free range eggs courtesy of Gil and Pat’s chooks and a packet of dry spaghetti. … Continue reading
Posted in Pasta, Vegetarian, What I Love to Cook
Tagged Chilli, Eggs, Food, Garlic, Italian, Lemon, Pangrattato, Parsley, Pasta, Spaghetti, Vegetarian
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Takeaway at Home.Thai Green Chicken Curry with Zucchini and Red Capsicum.
Thai chicken curry. Our favourite takeaway. Its just as easy to make at home with a well stocked pantry. I make this so often my pantry staples include small cans of coconut cream, packets of Mae Ploy green curry paste, … Continue reading
Herbed Couscous Salad with Leek, Sweet Potato and Red Capsicum.
Couscous. Sounds exotic. Contrary to popular opinion its a pasta, not a grain. Made by mixing semolina with water, and then shaping it into little “grains”. Pasta or grain. It doesn’t really matter. This Moroccan staple is extremely versatile and pairs well … Continue reading
Posted in Salads, Vegetarian, What I Love to Cook
Tagged Capsicum, Chilli, Couscous, Food, Garlic, Ginger, Herbs, Lemon, Recipe, Rocket, Summer, Sweet Potato, Vegetarian
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Summer on a Plate. Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken With Rosemary and Garlic.
I love the gutsy, robust Mediterranean flavours of this dish. Delicious. Redolent of long, hot, hazy summer afternoons. It’s an impressive looking dish which I often cook for a crowd and serve on platters in the centre of the table. … Continue reading
Posted in Pork, Poultry, What I Love to Cook
Tagged Balsamic, Chicken, Food, Garlic, Gluten free, Italian, Lemon, Prosciutto, Recipe, Rosemary, Summer
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My Fifteen Minute Meal? Lamb Stir Fry with Spring Garden Vegetables.
I’m a big fan of Jamie Oliver. I love his energy. His style. His food philosophy. I don’t mean to be overly critical but the concept of a fifteen minute meal is seriously doing my head in. When I hear … Continue reading
Posted in Lamb, What I Love to Cook
Tagged Asparagus, Beans, Chilli, Food, Garlic, Ginger, Gluten free, Lamb, Mushrooms, Recipe, Snow peas, Stir Fry, Vegetables
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Spicy Corn and Ginger Soup with Chillies, Shallots and Home Made Chicken Stock.
Chicken Soup. Medicine for the soul. The ultimate comfort food and oh so very versatile. Here’s another of my family’s favourite soups. Spicy Corn and Ginger Soup with Chillies and Shallots. This soup is fresh, light and very moreish. Its … Continue reading
Posted in Poultry, Soup, What I Love to Cook
Tagged Chicken, Chilli, Corn, Food, Garlic, Ginger, Gluten free, Recipe, Soup, Stock, Vegetables
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