Lighter than the traditional pumpkin pie, this makes a terrific summer pie or finale to the traditional Thanksgiving meal (which is held annually on the fourth Thursday in November). The crumb crust, made from ginger biscuits, offsets the filling beautifully.
Preheat oven to moderate (180degC).
Mix crumbs and butter. Press into bottom and sides of 25cm – [...]
Just the thing for a hot day and a great way to make the most of this season’s bountiful crop of mangoes. Serve in glasses with a silver spoon, a wedge of lime and a fresh mango cheek .
Puree the mango flesh in a blender with the wine, lime juice and zest. Remove and measure [...]
This tasty dish which I enjoyed recently at Ostaria Da Rioba in Venice is cheap to make and makes a very satisfying meal served with a mixed green leaf salad and crusty bread. Baby clams or pippies are equally good.
Wash the clams under running water then put in a bowl covered with water and leave [...]
Tell me, can there be a more seductive fruit than the mango? Juicy, succulent and fragrant – I can’t resist sinking my teeth into the soft ripe flesh and letting the juices run down over my chin while inhaling those wonderfully evocative aromas. Easier, of course, if you cut off their cheeks first.
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These sandwiches have been Peter Rowland’s signature finger food offerings at the Melbourne Cup for many years now. Use a good quality commercial mayonnaise (such as S&W) or make your own.
Combine the chicken, mayonnaise and herbs in a bowl. Mix well to combine and season to taste. Butter the bread, trim the crusts. Spread the [...]
