Dukkah Crusted Barramundi

Dukkah Crusted Barramundi

Dukkah Crusted Barramundi Originally of Egyptian origin, Dukkah (which comes from the Arabic “to pound”) has become very popular over the past few years enhancing the flavour of many dishes. The exact ingredients vary but most include nuts and seeds. This...
Kaye’s Thai Chicken Salad

Kaye’s Thai Chicken Salad

Kaye’s Thai Chicken Salad This tasty tangy recipe was given to me years ago by Kaye Johnson, a friend renowned for her elegant entertaining. I like to marinate the chicken for a few hours or overnight which allows the marinade to really soak in and make it even...
Late Summer Pavlova

Late Summer Pavlova

Late Summer Pavlova I love this tried-and-trusted pavlova recipe from Maureen Simpson’s Australian Cuisine (Methuen Haynes 1986). Piled high with whipped cream and summer fruits, its crisp meringue exterior with soft marshmallow interior is the stuff dreams are...
Roasted Tomato Soup with Basil Pesto

Roasted Tomato Soup with Basil Pesto

Roasted Tomato Soup with Basil Pesto We’ve had a super crop of tomatoes in our local Community Vegetable Garden over the past few weeks.  This robust, nourishing soup is a terrific way to use them and it’s so easy to make  – just throw all the...
Christmas Crepe Cake

Christmas Crepe Cake

Christmas Crepe Cake Here’s a terrific idea for the vegetarians in the family for Christmas –  light feathery crepes layered with basil pesto, roasted red capsicums, ricotta and soft goats cheese (I also added a few slices of fetta through the...