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Mash it up

Mashed potatoes are a much-loved comfort food and go well with fish, meat or chicken. The best mash potato is made from floury, dry varieties of potatoes like Desiree, King Edward, Spunta, Pink Eye and Sebago. You can use your … Continue reading

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Seafood risotto

I love making risotto and I usually make it Sunday night to use up vegies from the fridge. I put on some good music pour myself a glass of wine and get lost in the moment whilst stirring and caring … Continue reading

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Curry in a hurry

Autumn weather is here with a bit of chill in the air which is a great time for a curry. Making a fish curry is faster than going to your local Thai take-away and more satisfying. Big tip is to … Continue reading

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Gotta love a flathead…

Fish and chips is the perfect takeway when you are by the seaside but finding a great fish and chip shop is no easy task. The fish should be fresh, the batter to be light and crispy and the chips … Continue reading

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G it up with ginger

If you are looking for a delicious dessert or a zingy main dish using the versatile ginger then check out the latest issue of ABC Organic Gardener magazine to grab the recipes and Phils tips on how to harvest your … Continue reading

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Seafood Easter Feast

Yasoo! Its Easter and when I am planning an Easter feast I am always drawn to the Greek flavours. Lamb is a traditional dish to serve at a Greek Easter feast but I am staying in the ocean with my … Continue reading

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Salt and pepper

There is a very good reason that salt and pepper are always together, they are two very simple ingredients that can make a dish go from good to great. But of course when you add a third spice called szechwan … Continue reading

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Out of Africa for Easter

Easter is around the corner and if you are looking for a dish to feed your family or friends try this Seafood Tagine. You don’t have to have a tagine dish you can use a deep frying pan with a … Continue reading

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Smokin’

Whether you have smoked your own trout or bought it from the store, smoked trout can lift any dish. You can make a pasta salad or it can sit proudly on top of bruschetta or a blini with a horseradish … Continue reading

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Mussel Mania

Black Mussels are one of my favourite dishes to serve up when I have friends dropping in at short notice. They are under-utilised, affordable and are great for whipping up a dish that your guests can’t help to devour. You … Continue reading

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