Recipes - Lunch

Gypsy Salad

I discovered this crunchy colourful Turkish salad on a recent trip to the Biennale on Cockatoo Island, Sydney Harbour.  Belinda Franks is doing  a great job catering on the island and this is just one of many delicious take-away meals available.  The recipe is an adapation of one from  “Turquoise” by Melbourne chef Greg Malouf. [...]

Pissaladiere

A flavourful, savoury onion flatbread from the south of France. The name derives from the Provencale word `pissalat’ which was a fish based condiment, represented today by a combination of anchovies and thyme
Make the focaccia base: place flour and salt in a large bowl, make a hole in the centre and put in the yeast, [...]

Nonna’s Polpettine (Small meatballs)

One of the recipes Justine Schofield (a finalist in the first MasterChef series) will be demonstrating next Saturday at the Campsie Food Festival.
To make the sauce: heat the oil in a large heavy based saucepan. On medium low heat fry the onion, garlic and anchovies until soft. Add the tomatoes and bay leaves and soften [...]

Pad Thai

Categories | Asian, Lunch, Recipes

There are many versions of this popular noodle dish.  This one is very delicious and may only feed two greedy people.
Soak the noodles in a large bowl of warm water for 12 – 15 minutes or until soft but not mushy. Drain and set aside.
In a small bowl, combine the fish sauce, lime juice, sugar [...]

Roast Whole Turkey Breast (Buffe)

Whole turkey breast (or buffe, as the manufacturers call it) is an impressive and easier option than a big whole roast turkey.  It also yields plenty of delicious moist white meat which keeps well for leftovers. Serve with mixed roasted vegetables, which can be prepared ahead and served warm.
Remove plastic and paper towels from chest [...]

Sesame Chicken Noodle Salad

This delicious salad, flavoured with sesame oil and toasted sesame seeds, is inspired by a recipe of chef Tom Kine from his book “Asian Bites” (Dorling Kindersley).

Asparagus Pasta Primavera

Categories | Lunch, Pasta, Recipes

This is a lovely light springtime pasta dish using fresh asparagus, smoked salmon, lemon-infused olive oil, dill and chives. Great for lunch on the deck or for a light supper.

Quesadilla with Zucchini Flowers and Mozzarella

Categories | Lunch, Recipes, Starters

Something a little different for a light lunch. The salsa is also good with char-grilled salmon, ocean trout, prawns.

North African Meatballs

These tasty meatballs can also be served as cocktail party fare with toothpicks accompanied by a rich tomato sauce or baba ghanoush.