Mulled wine NZ pork with red cabbage casserole
Mulled wine NZ pork melts in your mouth in this hearty and spicy slow-cooker dish. INGREDIENTS 1.4kg boneless NZ pork shoulder, rind removed (look for the PigCare™ and 100% New Zealand Pork, Bacon and Ham labels) 3 star anise 2 cinnamon sticks 2 teaspoons caraway seeds 6 whole cloves 2 sprigs fresh rosemary, chopped coarsely […]
Classic apple pie
With an elegant lattice top, this apple pie is classic comfort food at its finest. Sweet buttery pastry complements a spiced apple filling for a delicious rustic treat. INGREDIENTS | Serves 8 6 large apples, peeled and diced 3 Tbsp butter 1 cup brown sugar 1 cup white sugar, plus extra for sprinkling 1 Tsp […]
This calls for comfort food: Potato Top Sausage Bake
Comfort food comes second nature to Kiwis – even more so at this time of year. No, comfort food isn’t usually a healthy, nutritious meal. It’s a treat that collects and contains memories. A bite of baking that transports you back to your grandmother’s kitchen, or a spoonful of crispy potato bake that you couldn’t […]
Zesty lemon cheesecake
A dessert or a treat, this recipe only takes 30 minutes to make and is fresh, tangy, and oh so tasty – a cheesecake that promises comfort in the form of classic flavours. INGREDIENTS | Makes 16 pieces Base 250g packet malt biscuits 100g butter, melted Lemon Topping 250ml thickened cream 250g cream cheese, softened […]
Hot cocoa-buie
When it’s chilly outside, there’s nothing better than settling in with a hot cup of cocoa. Sometimes, though, we crave a more grown-up twist to this classic favourite, which is often as simple as just adding a tot of rum or whiskey to your mug. Other times, we want something extra special. When that moment […]
Irish lamb, barley and potato stew
This tender lamb dish from Olivia Andrews’ Slow Cooking is every bit as good whether cooked in the slow cooker or stovetop. Comforting, affordable and convenient – this hearty recipe nourishes with ease and style. SERVES: 4 Preparation time: 5 minutes Cooking time: 71/4 hours (slow cooker), 11/2 hours (stovetop) INGREDIENTS 2 Tbsp olive oil […]