Prawn and Crab Cheese Mini Quiches Prawn and Crab Cheese mini quiches is something a little extra special to make. So scrumptious that people will be begging you for more. 2 cups plain flour 125 grams cold butter, chopped 2 egg yolks 170 grams can crabmeat, drained and squeezed dry 4 spring onions, chopped 2 eggs, lightly beaten 1 cup cream 1 cup finely grated cheddar cheese 2 tablespoons chopped dill 1 teaspoon grated lemon rind 200 grams small prawns (shrimp), cooked...
Read MoreFrugal Bruschetta Frugal Bruschetta is a delicious start to a meal - but it can also save you money too buy filling up hungry tummies before a main meal - and if tomatoes are in season - then this truly is a frugal starter - and delicious and refreshing too! I like to use sour dough bread for frugal bruschetta - but I usually buy it at the end of the day when it is on sale - as you...
Read MoreThese Spicy Corn Fritters certainly aren't for the faint hearted! They are particularly delicious served with cream cheese and smoked salmon on top... mmmm, making me hungry just thinking about it! Ingredients: 3 tablespoons polenta 1/2 cup plain flour pinch of salt 4 teaspoons baking powder 1 tablespoon butter, melted 1 egg 1/4 cup milk 1/2 teaspoon chilli flakes 1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika 3/4 cup corn kernals 1/2 cup grated tasty cheese Mix the polenta, flour, salt and baking powder...
Read MoreKim Morrison's Vegetarian Sausage Rolls Kim Morrison is a beautiful lady. She truly is - and for a 40 something, her skin, hair and vibrancy is incredible. So I'm super happy to have this recipe for her delicious Vegetarian Sausage Rolls. Make in bulk and enjoy! Ingredients: 3 organic free range eggs ½ cup shelled pecans or walnuts 1 brown onion, peeled 1 tablespoon tamari (Japanese Soy Sauce - in the sauce section of your supermarket) 250 grams of ricotta,...
Read MoreNow I'm not a big fan of lettuce, so for years I never tried sang choy bow because I thought that is all you could taste. Imagine my surprise when I did finally taste it - now it is a 'Friday Night' food with things like tacos or pizza - and the kids love it! I love food you can eat with your hands! Ingredients: 500 grams chicken mince or pork mince (either is good but pork is traditional) 1...
Read MoreAn antipasto platter is a great idea for when you are entertaining to keep your visitors happy before the main meal. I love antipasto platters, but when it came to actually doing one up myself, I realised they are quite tricky to know what to add and the pre-made ones available at the supermarket are both expensive and have items on there that I wouldn't eat! So here is a list of the types of foods to include in a...
Read MoreMint Julep Cocktail This Mint Julep Cocktail is a non alcoholic version, but you could add a shot of rum with it. Or give us some of your ideas, that would power up this cocktail? Ingredients: 1 bunch of Mint 1 cup of sugar 5 lemons juiced 2 750 ml bottles of ginger ale Ice cubes Wash the mint and put it in a bowl, cover it with the sugar. Strain the lemon juice over the top of the mint and...
Read MorePrawn and Mango Cocktail Prawn and Mango Cocktail is a delicious entrée for Christmas time - and best of all - it doesn't require any cooking (hooray!!!!!). Buy your prawns as close to serving time as you possibly can - fresh is best for this recipe to work! Ingredients: 1 red onion 1 ripe mango 2 medium avocados 500 grams cooked tiger prawns, tails intact 50 grams baby rocket 1/4 red capsicum 1/2 cup whole egg mayonnaise 1/2 teaspoon tomato paste 1.5 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce...
Read MoreCaprese Salad Bites Salad on a stick! Caprese Salad Bites are really easy and are a great finger food idea for your next barbecue! Plus a fun way to get the kids eating salad! Ingredients: 1 punnet cherry tomatoes 1 bunch fresh basil leaves 250 grams fresh baby bocconcini, drained salt and pepper to taste Balsamic vinegar for dipping Try and choose cherry tomates that are about the same size as the baby bocconcini - if not, cut them in...
Read MoreCorn Fritters are great for breakfast, lunch or a light dinner or snack - and popular with the kids - this is a great recipe to whip up when you don't feel like cooking! Ingredients: 2 fresh full sized corn cobs 100 grams self raising flour 1 egg 1 tablespoon butter (melted) 3 tablespoons milk pinch salt Using a sharp knife, cut the corn kernels off the corn cobs and set aside (alternatively you can use a drained medium can of super...
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