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Macaroni and cheese

Macaroni and cheese...

Macaroni and cheese is a staple in my kitchen and this is a really fantastic recipe that can be made with or without the bacon. It is really easy to vary a macaroni and cheese recipe by adding you favorite tasty extras like bacon, Vienna’s or even left over chicken. Macaroni and cheese makes for a really hearty meal. What you need 500g macaroni 3 tablespoons butter 3 tablespoons flour 1 tablespoon mustard powder 3 cups...
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Lamb cottage pie

Lamb cottage pie...

Cottage pie is comfort food personified and this recipe uses chunks of lamb as opposed to mince which makes it more like a great chunky lamb stew with a baked mash crust. It’s really tasty and a complete meal. (6 people easily) What you need 2kg lamb leg meat cut into smallish chucnks 4 sticks celery roughly chopped 4 carrots roughly chopped 1 onion chopped 1 teaspoon crushed garlic 40g flour 3 cups beef stock 100g...
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Hot chocolate

Hot chocolate...

What would winter nights be without hot chocolate? Not great…. This recipe uses real chocolate and perfect for winter weekend nights watching DVD’s. If you have a coffee machine, whip up some milk foam to top it off or just toss a few marshmallows for some real decadence. Hot chocolate 2 cups cold milk 1/2 cup grated milk chocolate 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon Sugar to taste The process Warm the milk on the stove...
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Cream of mushroom soup

Cream of mushroom soup...

Cream of mushroom soup from a tin just does not do it for me and this recipe is easy, quick and tastes so good it’s worth printing and keeping in your collection. It’s a thick creamy mushroom soup that will warm up your winters around the table. (4 people) What you need 1 large onion grated 3 heaped tablespoons butter about 50g 500g mushrooms (2/3 chopped and 1/3 sliced) 80ml flour 1 liter hot water 2 vegetable...
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Smoky chicken and pea casserole

Smoky chicken and pea casserole...

This is a real treat for those who love that pea and bacon combination. The chicken pieces turn out tender with a hint of the bacon flavour and combined with peas, well what can I say, it’s a combination made in heaven. (4 people) What you need 200g bacon chopped very small 2 tablespoons butter handfull of cocktail onions – about 12 or so 1.5kg skinless chicken thighs 1 1/2 tablespoons flour 2 cups chicken...
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Gourmet burger

Gourmet burger...

Burgers are social things that we all at some stage compare, I know from experience of making these how everyone relates, “better than a steers burger” and then the, I once had a burger…. stories. These are seriously yummy and you run the risk of never having a take out burger again. All it really is, is a start and then you get creative. This makes 4-6 burgers depending on the size of your rolls. What...
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Chicken and fennel casserole

Chicken and fennel casserole...

While on a mission to find something really different in a casserole I came across this fabulous recipe which uses canellini beans and fennel. Fennel is rarely used in SA for some reason and the combinations here really work well. The best part is that it is really a 1 pot wonder, with everything you need for a balanced meal. It takes just a few minutes to prepare and really well worth it. (4 people) What you need 8-10...
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Famous Chinese chicken

Famous Chinese chicken...

When I first read this recipe it sounded really strange but was really delicious and unlike anything else I have tasted in any Chinese restaurant before. I am a big fan of Chinese food with Mr Chan on Seapoint Main Rd being my alltime favorite restaurant. It has a really rich flavor and best served with plain steamed rice, very simple and fast recipe.(4 people) What you need 1.5kg chicken thighs in bite size pieces 3...
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Sesame prawns

Sesame prawns...

These are a real treat so get some really nice size prawns, make some egg fried rice and settle in for a fabulous sweet and tasty treat. They are easy to do and the sesame seeds add a to the experience, so don’t be tempted to leave them out.(4 people) What you need 1kg king prawns shelled and deveined Maizena (Cornflour) 1 cup self raising flour pinch of salt pinch of pepper 1 1/2 cups cold water 1 egg beaten 2...
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Chicken hotpot Chinese style

Chicken hotpot Chinese style...

Chinese chicken hotpot Oh wow, this one you just have to try, It’s quick to prepare and something really different and impressive. It is reputedly from a very famous Chinese restaurant in Sydney and I can tell you will not dissapoint it’s perfect for winter and the flavor is so unexpected from a hotpot style dish. (4 people) What you need 1.5kg skinless chicken pieces(bone in) Maizena (cornflour) 100g black...
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Beef with cashew nuts

Beef with cashew nuts...

Chinese food is so good, healthy and uick to make and this one is really fanatstic. The sate sauce makes all the difference so if you don’t have any just mix a 1 tablespoon peanut butter with 1 tablespoon water to thin it out a bit. For thoe who like a little heat you can happily add 1 finely chopped green chili. (4 people) What you need 500 – 600g rump steak, fat removed, sliced thin across the grain 100g...
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Grilled mint chicken

Grilled mint chicken...

Pan grilling is real simple and if you have a corrugated grilling pan the end result is really impressive. This is a great fresh tasting meal and perfect for anyone following a no carb diet. If you are not dieting, just add some boiled baby potatoes or rice boiled in chicken stock. (for 4 people) What you need 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint Juice of 1 lemon 75ml olive oil 1 teaspoon...
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