Baked Brie
A hot, melty wheel of brie is one of those things that will always go down well. From the ‘Seasoned’ cookbook, this recipe takes literally zero effort and everyone always goes wild for it. INGREDIENTS – Serves 4 | GF 1 wheel brie of your choice 70ml of your favourite honey and chilli […]
White Christmas slice
We’ll all be dreaming of a white Christmas with this mouth-watering festive treat. INGREDIENTS 500g quality white chocolate 1 1/2 cups rice bubbles 1/2 cup red glacé cherries 1/2 cup dried apricots, quartered 3/4 cup unsalted shelled pistachio nuts 1/4 cup sultanas and/or golden raisins 1 cup desiccated coconut For the topping: 1 […]
Rhubarb, raspberry & ginger strudel braid
A beautifully braided pastry, bursting with tart rhubarb, juicy raspberries and warming ginger, all wrapped in golden puff pastry with a sweet almond crunch. From Nadia Lim’s latest book, it’s an eye-catching dessert or morning-tea treat that’s easier to make than it looks. SERVES 6 to 8 Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: […]
Shaking it up
Protein drinks are all the rage. Ready in a couple of minutes, tasty, and nutritious. Great for breakfast on the go. Protein drinks are increasing in popularity, valued for their convenience, rapid absorption, and low fat. Powdered protein from ingredients like hemp, whey, pea, soy, and more, are readily available in an array […]
Charcuterie
Warm weather and a drink and nibble in the sun. Bliss. A grazing platter, or charcuterie board, is the ideal appetiser for relaxing or entertaining. Here’s your guide to the perfect platter – the five key elements to effortlessly assemble and arrange yours. The beauty of platters is that they are fully customisable […]
Magic slice
An easy and delicious slice from the gorgeous new Beautiful Baking book by Sue Heazlewood. INGREDIENTS Makes 16 pieces 250g plain biscuits, blitzed 170g butter, melted 1 cup chocolate chips 1 cup dessicated coconut 1 cup dried cranberries 3/4 cup slivered almonds 395g can sweetened condensed milk METHOD Preheat the oven to 190°C […]
Pomegranate punch
This quinoa and pomegranate salad recipe is perfect for spring events, Christmas celebrations, and beyond. INGREDIENTS 200g tri-coloured quinoa 75g kale 1/3 cup Pepper & Me Long Lunch Dressing (or balsamic vinaigrette) 2 oranges 1 handful fresh mint 100g pomegranate arils 1 tsp Pepper & Me Man Grind Flakes 100g feta METHOD Boil […]
Chicken fajitas recipe
Tequila? I don’t even know her! If there’s a cuisine that lends itself to a fun family get-together or an evening of entertaining, think Tex-Mex. These chicken fajitas, followed by the dessert nachos overleaf, make for a memorable yet super easy dinner. Ingredients Serves 2 – preparation 15 minutes – cooking 12 minutes […]
Asparagus with poached eggs & hollandaise sauce
Packed with health benefits, asparagus is rich in fibre, vitamin K, and folate, and supports healthy digestion and detoxification. Paired with a silky poached egg and classic hollandaise sauce, this elegant dish is perfect for a leisurely brunch or a light dinner. INGREDIENTS 1 bunch of asparagus, trimmed Salt, for blanching Olive oil […]
Move over Martha – The Hungry Cook
Want to give hosting queen Martha Stewart a run for her money? This recipe for a buttercup squash and brown rice salad from The Hungry Cook by Olivia Galletly is sure to impress. The generous amount of fresh herbs enhance the flavour of the sweet baked squash and the mild spices mean the […]
