This recipe for slow-cooked beef stroganoff is the perfect example of how meat turns out much more tender when using a crock pot (slow cooker). Not only is the meat better in a slow cooker but the sauce is richer and infuses the meat. Slow cooking this stroganoff will develop rich meaty flavors. The time … Read more
You don’t need one of those stores bought pastes to make an Authentic Indian Mango Chicken Curry at home! Mango Indian Curry cooked the authentic way is much easier than you think! Indian Mango Chicken is a Mild Curry Our Mango Chicken Curry is quite mild so is suitable to cook and serve for most people … Read more
This delicious mildly spicy chicken curry is a very easy recipe to cook in the Thermomix or equally on the stovetop (we’ve moved more towards the stovetop but this recipe was made in the Thermomix) Spicy chicken curry is an all-time favorite around here because of its mild spiciness it suits everyone. The ingredients are … Read more
These tender and sticky Braised Beef Cheeks are ideal for dinner. The slow cooker recipe is super simple with perfect results every time! These slow-cooked beef cheeks are the perfect balance of sweet and salty, with an intense orange aroma. Just like other braised meat dishes, these beef cheeks taste even better the following day … Read more
Today I am sharing the most delicious authentic Balinese Chicken Curry recipe! Honestly, it’s the best dish I have made for AGES! It’s so freaking good! Where did the inspiration for this “spicy” dish come from? Well, it came from celebrity chef Mr. Pete Evans. Before we get started I have to tell you this isn’t … Read more
Have you ever wondered how to make wood-fired pizza in a stone oven? We make pizza from scratch quite regularly at home, so when we had the opportunity to road test a wood-fired pizza oven on a recent getaway, we were very excited. Ingredients For Wood Fired Pizzas 3 cups of Flour strong 2 tsp … Read more
Delicious Indian Korma made from a simple & authentic Indian recipe. Includes a traditional stovetop cooking method & a Thermomix Lamb Korma variation.
Here is a delicious Turkish Pide Recipe to make at home where everyone can join in. Pide is a traditional homemade bread that is filled with the ingredients of your choice then baked in the oven. I haven’t been to Turkey for many years, and unfortunately, I don’t have another trip pending at the moment. … Read more
This slow-roasted maple syrup lamb shanks recipe is one of my most requested. When it gets cold I want something deliciously warm and comforting, oven-roasted and slow-cooked meals are at the top of the list. Slow-cooked maple syrup lamb shanks are one of my most popular recipes during winter. What else do I usually include … Read more
Indian Dahl is a traditional curry dish from India that’s perfect for vegans, vegetarians or anyone else that enjoys a spicy lentil dish. It is loaded with nutrients and is a healthy source of fibre. This version of Vegan Indian Dahl is the perfect dish to cook in big batches and refrigerate or freeze for … Read more
Try this easy to make Spanish Baked Eggs recipe if you have guests staying over if you want to make an impression Spanish Baked Eggs are the perfect menu item for B&B owners as well, easy to put together while freeing your hands up for the toast. We love egg recipes; we must buy about … Read more
One of my favourite Indian dishes has always been Malai Kofta. The first time I tried the deep fried aloo paneer kofta in the rich, creamy tomato gravy I was a convert. There wasn’t another curry that came close to the flavour. I may have been a little spoiled by my first Malai Kofta experience … Read more
We are having Chicken tonight! Indian Butter Chicken Sausage Rolls that is! Do you just want to hibernate indoors and eat simple, comfort foods in winter? I know I do! Having some quick meal options in the pantry is a big help on cold nights. They are also very versatile. I’ve been creating a few … Read more
Regular readers would know I am not a cook! You all knew how much sweat I let out to pull off my first dish here. Do you still remember what that was?! Oh yes, the famed SISIG. And now it’s time for another Filipino favourite: Hot and Spicy Gambas! What exactly is gambas? It’s … Read more
I make these cute little hotdogs, or Pigs in a Blanket, every few weeks for the children and they always work well. This time, when I want to feature and photograph the little buggers they come out looking irregular shaped and boxy! Rest assured I remade and rephotographed them, but here are some less than … Read more
When I was a vegetarian I had a lot of signature dishes that I absolutely loved! This Stuffed Pumpkin recipe was one of my favourites. I have made a few alterations over the years but it still remains a dish that makes me feel healthy and nourished. Even though I am a bonafide meat eater … Read more
The recipe idea for this Vegan Corn & Polenta Stack has been rattling around in my head for quite a while now. I’ve actually bought corn three times with the intention of making this dish and each time I used it in an alternative meal. In the early 90’s, polenta had it’s moment in the spotlight, … Read more
Woops… I have had a little mishap. I accidentally deleted all the photo’s for the “how to” of this delicious meal. Trouble is, the Garlic Prawn Fettuccini tasted so delicious I really had to share it with you anyway. It is a super quick dish to make which I thought was ideal for this time … Read more
Whenever we visit somewhere new I inevitably return home with lots of yummy new products and possibly a little too much wine. Our Gourmet Getaway to Mudgee is no exception and this Simple Avocado & Feta Ciabatta features the delicious Marinated Feta I found. My pantry is now full to bursting, but I have been … Read more
These tasty little snacks have been a long time coming, but the Chinese Steamed Pork Buns are definitely worth the wait. I promised them to hubby about two weeks ago but have not had a chance to make them. These tasty steamed buns have been a bit of a labour of love too, as there … Read more