Category Archives: Recipes

Recipes for the food that we like to eat.

Saltimbocca

Jim and I were recently up at Noosa (again) and ate at the wonderful Lindoni’s Ristorante. Lindoni’s is a Noosa institution having been located on Hastings Street for over 20 years. And in a street that is constantly changing, you … Continue reading

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Fish with charred Mediterranean vegetables

We try to eat fish at least once a week and one dish that is simple to make but absolutely delicious is fish with charred Mediterranean vegetables. This is ideal if you want something yummy with only about half an … Continue reading

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Mushrooms

Porcini, shiitake, Swiss brown, oyster, enoki, wood ear, king, shimeji, button, truffle…these are just a few of the mushroom types available, all of them delicious with their own distinct tastes and textures. Mushrooms contain natural glutamate, an amino acid found … Continue reading

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Chocolate mousse

We were out to dinner with friends last week and when the dessert options were presented, I couldn’t resist the chocolate mousse with fresh cream and berries. There’s something very enticing about chocolate mousse. It’s simple but elegant; rich and … Continue reading

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Vegetable lasagne

I can never get enough vegetables and would be happy to eat more vegetarian meals, but Jim always tells me he needs something that tastes “meaty” and filling. I’ve come up with a recipe that satisfies both our food needs. … Continue reading

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Tuna with Bean Salad

Jim and I love a good lunch. Preferably something that’s healthy and full of flavour. Even better if it’s quick to make. So here’s today’s delicious selection… 1 tbs pine nuts 2 x 150g tuna steaks 1 tbs freshly squeezed … Continue reading

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Roast lamb with mint sauce

It’s Sunday and you know what that means, slow cooking something delicious. Growing up, every Sunday involved a roast. One very fond memory I have is roast lamb with mint sauce. Nana used to send me out into the backyard … Continue reading

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Smashed peas and broad beans

I am a massive fan of the humble pea. I think it comes from my childhood, helping Mum out by shelling the peas for dinner. They’re so sweet, fresh from the pod…it usually went something along the lines of one … Continue reading

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Strawberry salad with speck and haloumi

One of my favourite television cooking series was Jamie Oliver’s “At Home”. I found it quite inspiring to watch because of his enviable vegetable garden. Yes, I know, he had a gardener who kept the garden in great shape, but … Continue reading

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Rhubarb – an old-fashioned favourite

I love rhubarb, I think because it reminds me of being in the kitchen with my grandmother. Stewed rhubarb served with cream or custard was a popular dessert in our household and I’m thrilled to see it in varying forms … Continue reading

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