This superb mix of spices can also be used with pumpkin, parsnip, swede or yams. Serves 4 2 tsp coriander seeds 3 tsp cumin seeds 2 tsp red chilli flakes, or to taste 1 Tbsp vegetable oil 1 tsp mustard seeds, preferably black 2 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed 1 tsp ground turmeric pinch salt…
Add orange juice to gravy or jus to make this an elegant meal. Serves 2 2 duck legs (thigh and drumstick) 2-3 baking potatoes, sliced into pieces or chunks pinch salt freshly ground black pepper, to taste 4-6 florets broccolini, steamed orange segments, to garnish Preheat oven to 200°C. Heat an ovenproof pan over medium…
Roast potatoes are hard to resist and are delicious any time – be sure to use potatoes labelled for roasting. 1 medium-large roasting potato per person vegetable oil spray herbs: rosemary and/or thyme optional seasoning mix, Tuscan, optional Preheat oven to 220ºC Scrub or peel potatoes and slice into large even-sized chunks. Spray baking dish…
Roast pork and roast potatoes – what a delicious combination! Serves 6-8 1kg boned and rolled loin of pork, well scored 2 Tbsp vegetable oil 2 Tbsp sea salt 6-8 medium roasting potatoes, roasted 1-2 cups finely sliced red cabbage sprigs of sage, for garnish To roast rolled pork loin Preheat oven to 170-180°C. Brush…
An awesome meal with tasty gratin potatoes. Serves 1 50g spring carrots, washed and tops removed 50g parsnip, sliced into batons similar in thickness to the spring carrots 50g celery, sliced into batons similar in thickness to the spring carrots 2 very small onions, peeled and sliced in half 15g streaky bacon, sliced into 2…
This hearty stew uses plenty of vegetables and it’s fashionable rather than old fashioned! Serves 4 1 Tbsp red wine or water 1 tsp vegetable oil 1 Tbsp cornflour 1 Tbsp lite soy sauce 500g New Zealand farm-raised venison, diced 2 Tbsp vegetable oil ½ cup red currant or cranberry jelly 1 Tbsp sesame oil…
Using sprouted lentils in soups instead of traditional dried beans, lentils or split peas speeds up preparation time. Serves 4-6 2 cups lentil sprouts, crunchy or chunky combo sprouts 1 onion, peeled and diced 4 cups prepared and chopped vegetables, e.g. potato, carrot, celery, leek, pumpkin, swede, parsnip etc. 2½ cups water 2 x 140g…
Delicious for lunch or dinner. Cook double and take some to work tomorrow for lunch. Serves 4 500g boiling potatoes, sliced into chunks pinch salt 200g smoked trevally 2 cups water 2 Tbsp olive oil 1 leek [white and green parts], sliced and washed white pepper to taste ¼ red capsicum, deseeded and sliced into…
Serves 4-6 4 Tbsp canola oil 50g poppy seeds 500g potatoes, peeled and diced 3 large onions, peeled and chopped 50g toasted sesame seeds 50g toasted cashew nuts, chopped pinch salt Heat oil in pan, add poppy seeds. Add the potatoes, onions, sesame seeds, cashew nuts and salt. Cover and cook until potatoes are tender….
This salad is delicious made with new potatoes. Serves 4-5 6 medium boiling or new potatoes, washed and cooked ½ telegraph cucumber, sliced 4 tomatoes, sliced into wedges 1 avocado, halved, stone removed, peeled and sliced 1 tsp caraway seeds Dressing: 1 onion, peeled and finely chopped 1 clove garlic, peeled and finely sliced 2…