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Pasta with cauliflower, peas, mint and quinoa

When Jim decided to go gluten free for a while, we needed to come up with some alternatives to our favourite pasta dishes. Pasta with cauliflower, peas, mint and quinoa was one of the resulting dishes. Because wheat-based pasta dishes … Continue reading

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Asparagus and pea salad

For me, baby asparagus and peas represent spring. And being a such gorgeous spring day today, I couldn’t resist making an asparagus and pea salad for lunch (served with tender marinated spring lamb cutlets of course). In this asparagus and … Continue reading

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Coconut, chicken and banana curry

I love curries with fruit in them, and I particularly enjoy the richness that coconut adds—whether it’s coconut milk or pieces. This lovely recipe combines both banana and coconut, giving it subtle sweet mouthfuls in a thick, rich savoury sauce. … Continue reading

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Zucchini, potato and feta soup

I love this zucchini, potato and feta soup but I have to admit the first recipe I tried wasn’t that inspiring—basically throw everything in the pot and simmer. Instead, here I’ve taken the basic ingredients and changed the cooking process … Continue reading

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Dhal

  Is it any wonder that dhal is so popular throughout India and the Middle East? It’s cheap, easy to make, nutritious and oh so delicious. There are many different recipes ranging from plain and simple to hot and spicy. … Continue reading

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Orange and fennel salad

Summer calls for something light, cool and refreshing to eat. Orange and fennel salad is the perfect summer salad to serve up on those really hot days. We had this just last week with Jim’s homemade crumbed calamari. Delicious! It’s … Continue reading

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Coleslaw

Crispy, zingy and loaded with healthy fresh vegetables—coleslaw is a great salad for summer. I’ve been thinking about making coleslaw for many months, since we were at Taste of Sydney and ate coleslaw and crispy skinned chicken (it was like … Continue reading

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Thyme and lemon lamb with zucchini and chickpea salad

We are lucky enough to have an extensive weekday repertoire of yummy, healthy dinners that are simple to make. The focus is always on lean meat and fresh vegetables and herbs, with not too many carbohydrates to weigh us down. … Continue reading

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Lamb and haloumi skewers

I’ve eaten out a bit over the last few months and noticed that lamb and haloumi skewers are featuring on quite a few restaurant and café menus. Being one of my personal favourites, I couldn’t resist coming up with my … Continue reading

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Beef tacos

I am on an ongoing quest to find kid-friendly food that has some nutritional value, and that the whole family will enjoy. Every once in a while I hit on an unexpected winner. This time is was beef tacos. I … Continue reading

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