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Potato, prosciutto and gorgonzola bake

Potato, prosciutto and gorgonzola bake Serves 4 6 (about 1kg) pontiac or desiree potatoes, thickly sliced 2 leeks, white part only, thickly sliced 6 prosciutto slices, coarsely chopped 100g gorgonzola or similar blue cheese, thinly sliced 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced 3/4 cup (185ml) thickened cream 1/2 cup...

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Chai spiced cakes with Earl Grey tea syrup

CHAI-SPICED CAKES WITH EARL GREY TEA SYRUP Makes 12 125g butter, softened 1 cup (200g) brown sugar 3 eggs 1/2 cup (75g) plain flour 1/4 cup (40g)...

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Leek and potato soup

Leek and potato soup with leek straws Serves 4 1 tbs olive oil 20g butter 2 leeks, white part only, coarsely chopped 2 (about 400g) sebago potatoes,...

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Perfect pork crackling

Everyone loves roast pork with good crackling –...

Food saving tips: Kids, animals and friends

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Stale bread cooking tips

Stale bread can be saved fro m the bin by transforming it...

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Linguine con scampi e limoni

Linguine con scampi e limoni or Linguine with prawns and lemon Cucina Italiana is a cooking school based in Annandale, Sydney, NSW. The school, under the...

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How to make French onion soup

It is believed that French onion soup was invented by King Louis XV of France, who became stranded late one night in his hunting lodge with only onions, butter...

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Red currant and rosemary lamb shanks

Red currant and rosemary lamb shanks Serves 4 1 tbs olive oil 4 (about 1kg) lamb shanks 2 brown onions, thinly sliced 4 garlic cloves, thinly...

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Cassoulet

Cassoulet is a rich dish made with several types of meat and beans. You will need to begin this recipe one day in advance. Serves 4 What you will need 1...

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Fresh coconut sambal

Fresh coconut sambal 1 cup (100g) finely grated fresh coconut 2/3 cup (180g) natural yoghurt ¼ cup finely chopped coriander 1 long green chilli,...

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How to make chai

How to make chai tea Serevs 6 What you will need 1 tbs fennel seeds 6 green cardamom pods 1 cinnamon stick 2 dried bay leaves 12...

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Winter sausage salad

Winter sausage salad Serves 4 Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 30 minutes 1 bunch baby beetroot, washed, trimmed 6 (about 600g) gourmet lamb...

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Caramelised apple and ginger-spiced shortcakes

Caramelised apple and ginger-spiced shortcakes Serves 8 Preparation time: 20 minutes Cooking time: 15 minutes 20g butter 2 granny smith apples, cored,...

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How to brew the perfect pot of tea

Why not trade teabags for loose leaf tea and treat yourself to a sensory delight – loose leaf tea has more flavour and essential oils are captured if the...

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Scandinavian seafood platter

Scandinavian seafood platter Serves 4 Preparation time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 15 minutes 250g kipfler potatoes, washed 1 tbs olive oil 1 tsp Dijon...

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Smoked trout and pickled cucumber sandwiches

Smoked trout and pickled cucumber sandwiches Serves 6 2 cucumbers, thinly sliced lengthways 1 tbs chopped dill 1 tbs white vinegar 1/2 tsp sea salt...

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Gingerbread cakes with lemon icing

Gingerbread cakes with lemon icing Makes 10 125g butter, softened 3/4 cup (155g) dark brown sugar 1 egg 2 tsp ground ginger 1 tsp ground cinnamon 1/2...

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