Recipes

Pear Frangipani Tart

This classic baked tart is perfect for when you want to throw something together quickly, with minimal fuss. I found some pears at the market but you could use apples,...

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Middle Eastern Lamb Filo Hand Pies

Whether we serve them as bite-sized canapés or larger plated pies, these crispy triangles are always a hit. The filling is slightly sweet, especially with the little pops of dried...

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Jamaican Jerk Chicken

What’s not to love about sticky, juicy, caramelised chicken legs with a touch of spice? Traditional jerk chicken calls for Scotch bonnet chilli peppers, which can be hard to source...

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Roast Duck Lettuce Cups

Asian duck ‘tacos’? Yes, please! These wraps are an easy way to get the taste of Peking duck we all crave, without the hassle. And the lettuce cups are a...

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Quinoa-Crusted Chicken Drumsticks

This fun and nutritious coating works well on fish or chicken and is a healthier alternative to breadcrumbs. Omit the chilli flakes for a family-friendly dish! Makes: 6 servesTakes: 55 minutes Ingredients:1...

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Smashing Pumpkin Soup

Everyone needs an extraordinary pumpkin soup in their kitchen repertoire. If the idea of peeling and dicing a whole pumpkin is enough to put you off completely, then fear not...

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Baba Ganoush

This is a fantastic appetiser and so easy to make. It’s also a delicious spread in sandwiches, or as a base for my middle eastern ‘burrito’ bowl. Roasting the eggplant...

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Baked French Toast

Once a month (or so) a group of my friends and I get together for what we like to call recipe club. We’ll set a theme (Spanish tapas, Mexican, Thai,...

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Banana Bread

On busy days at the deli, we can’t get these loaves out of the oven fast enough — the smell wafts down the street and draws people in. I’ve even...

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