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Old School Spinach Dip
Who doesn’t love an Old School Spinach Dip? You know the one – served in a bread bowl and once a staple of every backyard gathering. I have to say, it’s still a favourite here and one that regularly appears when doing any sort of afternoon entertaining. It’s just such a winning dip. It’s quick […]
Chilli Con Carne
Chilli Con Carne is another one of those delicious dishes that are always a winner in my house. Packed with goodness and full of flavour, it is a treasure of a dish. It’s so quick and easy to make and with fairly gentle spicing in this version it is suitable for the whole family. And […]
French Dip Sandwiches
These French Dip Sandwiches take me straight back to ski holidays in America. I first discovered them in Colorado in 2006 and have eaten way too many of them since! Soooo good! And this version is the closest I have got to the real thing over there. With just one bite, I’m sitting in a […]
Apple Oat Yoghurt Muffins
These apple oat yoghurt muffins are the perfect kids snack. Packed full of goodness with oats and apple and with minimal sugar they are deceptively healthy. Kids love them – they feel like they are eating a treat but you know it is not too unhealthy. Super simple to make as well, they are an […]
Mum’s Chicken Curry
This dish is a true childhood classic for me – my mum’s chicken curry! I remember eating it often growing up and it was always a favourite. The smell of it cooking takes me back in time and makes me smile every time I cook it. I understand now why it was a regular too. […]
Mustard Pork with Fennel
This dish came about in a week when we were about to head off on holidays. I was determined to not shop for anything other than the basics in the lead up to going away so we could eat down the fridge. Each meal that week was a bit of a lucky dip depending on […]
Chorizo and Black Beans
The first version of this dish came about when we were having a South American inspired feast for a New Years Eve gathering. I wanted a side that wasn’t just a salad to go along with all the meat that was planned. I knew I wanted black beans in the dish somewhere as well as […]
Build-Your-Own Chicken Salad
Sometimes you need a quick and simple dinner. Healthy too, if possible. And something that caters to all the fussiness the kids might be throwing your way that day. This build-your-own chicken salad is the answer you have been looking for. It really is the ultimate in throw together simplicity. I love that there are […]
Spaghetti Bolognaise
Spaghetti Bolognaise is one of those dishes that everyone has their own version of. Family recipes, personal creations, traditional recipes – they all have their place within the broad spectrum of a bolognaise. On the surface it can be a very quick and simple dish but the many variations and permutations of what are endless! […]