Comfort food at its best – mashed vegetables are so delicious. Serves 4 3 carrots, peeled and sliced into even-sized pieces 3 parsnips, peeled and sliced into even-sized pieces 2 large mashing potatoes, peeled and sliced into even-sized pieces ¼ cup milk 2 Tbsp margarine or vegetable oil pinch salt freshly ground black pepper, to…
This traditional Irish dish is awesome. Try for brunch or lunch and dinner. Serves 4 4 large mashing potatoes pinch salt 80g butter 3 cups chopped cabbage and kale leaves 2 spring onions, chopped, optional 1 cup milk or cream Place potatoes and salt in a large saucepan, cover with water, bring to the boil,…
A spicy, fruity twist on the classic family roasted spuds. Serves 4 4 medium roasting potatoes, peeled and sliced into even sized chunks 2 tsp Cajun spices 2 Tbsp vegetable oil sprigs parsley Fruity salsa: 1 mango, peeled and finely diced 1 orange, peeled and finely diced Preheat oven to 200ºC. Place roasting dish in…
This is a fabulous way to try a new flavour – the Cajun seasoning adds a spicy taste to the dish. Serves 3-4 400g boiling or new potatoes, diced 1 Tbsp oil 250g chicken breast, sliced 1 red capsicum, sliced 1 Tbsp Cajun seasoning 2 rings canned pineapple in juice, chopped 2 Tbsp pineapple juice…
A stunning way to enjoy new season asparagus but equally delicious served with tomatoes or avocado. Serves 2-3 300g medium boiling potatoes, diced 150g Savoy cabbage, shredded 2 Tbsp oil 200g asparagus spears, ends broken off 2-3 Tbsp Hollandaise sauce Boil potatoes for approx 8 minutes, adding the cabbage for the last 2-3 minutes. Drain…
Diced roasted potatoes are delicious with meats, chicken and fish. Serves 4 800g roasting potatoes, peeled and sliced into 1 cm dice 1 tsp flaky sea salt 60 ml olive oil 40g unsalted butter Preheat oven to 190°C. Place the potato dice into a saucepan and cover with cold water. Add salt and bring to…
This can be a complete meal by itself, or served as an accompaniment to a meat dish. Serves 4 500g small boiling or new potatoes, halved 1 Tbsp vegetable oil 1 large onion, peeled and sliced 1 Tbsp medium curry powder 1 x 400g can chopped tomatoes 2 Tbsp mango chutney Place potatoes in a…
Boiled vegetables can be served hot, or cooled for a salad. Per person – choose a selection of: 2-4 small boiling or new potatoes, washed 1-2 small kumara, sliced in half 1 small parsnip, peeled and sliced into coins garnish of choice Place vegetables in a saucepan and add sufficient cold water to just cover….
A delicious, quick and easy salad. Serves 2-4 1 cup finely sliced iceberg lettuce 4 boiling or new potatoes, halved and cooked 2-3 Tbsp vinaigrette 2 Tbsp chopped red onion 1 Tbsp chopped green capsicum Place lettuce on a serving dish and add potatoes. Mix vinaigrette with onion and capsicum, then drizzle over salad. To…
Boiled vegetables can be served hot, or cooled for a salad. Per person, choose a selection of: 2-3 boiling or new potatoes, washed; left whole if small, or sliced in half 1 kumara, washed and sliced into chunks 1 carrot, peeled and sliced into coins 1 parsnip, peeled and sliced into coins Place vegetables in…