Tag Archives: vegetables

Going gluten free

Posted on March 21, 2013 by corinne

Since Jim discovered he’s gluten intolerant we’ve had to make changes in our approach to meals so they’re gluten free. For the uninitiated, a gluten-free diet means you have to cut out wheat, barley and rye (and oats unless they’re … Continue reading →

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Biological warfare in the vegetable patch

Posted on March 12, 2013 by corinne

If you’re a regular reader you’ll know that we’re trying our hands at growing some vegetables. Our home-grown vegetable patch includes beetroot, silverbeet, lettuce, coriander and rosemary. Welcome additions to the herb collection that we already had—birdseye, habanero and Apache … Continue reading →

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Home-grown

Posted on February 11, 2013 by corinne

For me, there’s nothing more rewarding than using home-grown herbs. It pleases the wannabe hobby farmer lurking within. So what is it that’s attractive about growing my own herbs? Well, I like that I’m saving the $2-plus per bunch for … Continue reading →

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Jamie’s 15-minute meals challenge

Posted on January 9, 2013 by corinne

I love to cook. I find cooking a very relaxing experience, particularly with a glass of wine in hand. But after working all day, let’s face it, who really wants a big production in the kitchen. So anything that saves … Continue reading →

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Asparagus and pea salad

Posted on October 13, 2012 by corinne

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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Coleslaw

Posted on September 24, 2011 by corinne

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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Beetroot

Posted on August 22, 2011 by corinne

Now until the end of spring is the season for beetroot. If you haven’t tried this colourful and healthy vegetable, why not give it a go while it’s at its best. Every part of beetroot is edible, including the leaves, … Continue reading →

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Savoury beef roll

Posted on July 17, 2011 by corinne

I liken this dish to meatloaf wrapped in puff pastry. It’s homely, delicious comfort food spruced up a bit by the addition of pastry. Beef mince is the base but there are plenty of other flavours going on—sweetness from celery … Continue reading →

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Fish with charred Mediterranean vegetables

Posted on December 11, 2010 by corinne

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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Vegetable lasagne

Posted on November 12, 2010 by corinne

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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