Sunday, October 30, 2011

Mac and Cheese (in 30 Minutes) - RECIPE



Mac and Cheese is a main dish that is loved all over the world. Freshly cooked pasta is combined with a delicious creamy cheese sauce and topped with melted cheese. Best of all, it can be made in around thirty minutes. You'll never go back to the packet stuff again - Give it a go!

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INGREDIENTS IN THIS DISH:

500g Pack of Macaroni (or other pasta)
1 Litre of Milk (4 Cups)
60g Butter
1/3 Cup of Plain Flour
1 Cup of Grated Cheddar Cheese
1/2 Cup of Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese
Salt and Pepper (to season)

Plus extra cheese for topping (if baking)

Preparation Time: About 5 mins
Cooking Time: About 25 minutes

Serves 4 - 6

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Music Track:
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by Kevin MacLeod
http://incompetech.com
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Wednesday, October 26, 2011

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Home Made Chocolate Ice Cream - RECIPE



Home Made Chocolate Ice Cream is a simple recipe for ice cream that does not require an ice cream maker or churning. Three simple ingredients are combined with an electric hand mixer then frozen until firm. Easy enough for everyday use, but impressive enough for parties, you'll love how easy this is to make - give it a go!

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INGREDIENTS IN THIS DISH:

300g of Chocolate (Melted)
600ml of Cream (any cream suitable for whipping will do)
400g Can of Sweetened Condensed Milk


MAKES ABOUT 1.5 LITRES

Preparation Time: About 10 minutes
Freezing Time: About 6 hours

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Music Tracks:
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by Kevin MacLeod
http://incompetech.com
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Sunday, October 23, 2011

Mashed Potato and Beef Pies - RECIPE



Mashed Potato and Beef Pies are a twist on Shepherd's Pie and Savory Mince + Mash. Mashed Potato is used to create a pastry case, then topped with savoury mince and enclosed in a top layer of potatoes. Lightly baked, this quick pie is guaranteed to keep everyone happy - Give it a go!

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INGREDIENTS IN THIS DISH:

500g Beef Mince (Ground Beef)
1.5Kg Potatoes (Peeled and Chopped)
1 Brown Onion
1 Cup of Frozen Peas
1 Tablespoon of Olive Oil
1 Tablespoon of Worcestershire Sauce
Salt and Pepper
1 Tablespoon of Corn Flour (Corn Starch) + a little water for mixing

Preparation Time: About 15 mins
Cooking Time: About 25 minutes

MAKES 2 PIES - SERVES 8 IN TOTAL

ALL MEASUREMENTS GIVEN ARE AUSTRALIAN STANDARD METRIC
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Music Track:
"Bright Wish" and "Peppy Pepe"
by Kevin MacLeod
http://incompetech.com
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Wednesday, October 19, 2011

Chocolate Witches Hats - HALLOWEEN RECIPE



Chocolate Witches Hats are an easy to make Halloween snack, perfect for trick or - treating or Halloween parties. Made with cookies, ice cream cones and melted chocolate, these gorgeous little treats will impress everyone - give it a go!

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INGREDIENTS IN THIS DISH:

375g Milk Chocolate (melted)
12 Mini Ice Cream Cones
12 Small Chocolate Chip Cookies
Small Candies (to decorate)


MAKES 12 WITCHES HATS

Preparation Time: About 15 minutes
Chilling Time: About 20 minutes

ALL MEASUREMENTS GIVEN ARE AUSTRALIAN STANDARD METRIC
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Music Tracks:
"Bright Wish" and "Peppy Pepe"
by Kevin MacLeod
http://incompetech.com
Royalty Free Music - Used with Permission under Creative Commons license.

Sunday, October 16, 2011

Spooky Severed Fingers - HALLOWEEN RECIPE



Spooky Severed Fingers are an easy to make Halloween snack, perfect for trick or - treating or Halloween parties. Made with coloured meringue and dotted with creepy almond flake fingernails, these ghastly nibbles will impress everyone - give it a go!

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INGREDIENTS IN THIS DISH:

2 Egg Whites
1/2 Cup of Caster Sugar (Superfine White Sugar)
Green Food Dye
Almond Flakes


MAKES ABOUT 20 SEVERED FINGERS

Preparation Time: About 15 minutes
Cooking Time: About 15 minutes

ALL MEASUREMENTS GIVEN ARE AUSTRALIAN STANDARD METRIC
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Music Tracks:
"Bright Wish" and "Peppy Pepe"
by Kevin MacLeod
http://incompetech.com
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Wednesday, October 12, 2011

Chocolate Rum Balls - RECIPE



Chocolate Rum Balls are decadent sweet truffles that is perfect as a home-made gift or for some indulgent snacking. Crushed chocolate biscuits are combined with melted milk chocolate, rum coconut and condensed milk to create a thick, chewy dough. Rolled into balls and coated with sprinkles, these little babies will have everyone begging for more - give it a go!

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INGREDIENTS IN THIS DISH:

250g Packet of Plain Chocolate Biscuits / Cookies (about 25)
1/2 Cup of Desiccated Coconut
400g Can of Sweetened Condensed Milk
200g Milk Chocolate (melted)
1 Tablespoon of Rum
Chocolate Sprinkles (to coat)


MAKES ABOUT 30 - 50 BALLS (depending on size)

Preparation Time: About 10 minutes
Chilling Time: About 20 minutes

ALL MEASUREMENTS GIVEN ARE AUSTRALIAN STANDARD METRIC
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Music Tracks:
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by Kevin MacLeod
http://incompetech.com
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Thursday, October 6, 2011

Sydney Live Gathering - THIS WEEKEND!

One Pot Chef featured in "Munaty Cooking" Magazine!


I was recently interviewed by popular online cooking magazine "Munaty Cooking" and the article is featured in the October issue. Included is my popular recipe for Caramel Fudge and information about my recently released cookbook "The One Pot Chef Kitchen Companion"

You can read the article (and the entire magazine) online for free here:

http://munatycooking.blogspot.com/p/munatycooking-magazine.html

Special thanks to Muna for featuring me in her magazine.

Wednesday, October 5, 2011

White Chocolate Cake - RECIPE



White Chocolate Cake is a deliciously sweet dessert. Melted White Chocolate is combined with flour, butter and eggs to create a rich batter. Lovingly baked and topped with a chocolate whipped cream frosting, this cake will keep everyone happy - give it a go!

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INGREDIENTS IN THIS DISH:

CAKE:

200g White Chocolate
125g Butter
1/2 Cup of Hot Water
3/4 Cup of Caster Sugar (Super Fine White Sugar)
1 Teaspoon of Vanilla Extract (or Essence)
1 Cup of Plain Flour
1/2 Teaspoon of Baking Powder
1 Egg (Beaten)

FROSTING:

1 Cup of Icing Sugar (Powdered / Confectioners Sugar)
1 Tablespoon of Cocoa Powder
300ml Cream (suitable for whipping)


MAKES 1 CAKE (SERVES 6 - 8)

Preparation Time: About 20 minutes
Cooking Time: About 1 hour 20 minutes

ALL MEASUREMENTS GIVEN ARE AUSTRALIAN STANDARD METRIC
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Music Tracks:
"Bright Wish" and "Peppy Pepe"
by Kevin MacLeod
http://incompetech.com
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Sunday, October 2, 2011

Creamy Fish and Potato Bake - RECIPE



Creamy Fish and Potato Bake is a delicious main meal suitable for weeknight dinners. Succulent fish fillets are combined with vegetables and a smooth, creamy sauce and topped with golden nuggets of potato. Quick to make, this dish is a guaranteed crowd pleaser - Give it a go!

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INGREDIENTS IN THIS DISH:

500g Frozen Fish Fillets (thawed, chopped into chunks)
500g Bag of Frozen Potato Gems / Tater Tots (or use mashed potato instead)
Olive Oil
25g Butter
1 Brown Onion (chopped)
2 Tablespoons of Plain Flour
1 Vegetable Stock Cube
1 1/4 Cups of Milk (Hot)
2 Cups of Frozen Mixed Vegetables


Preparation Time: About 10 mins
Cooking Time: About 25 minutes

SERVES 4 - 6

ALL MEASUREMENTS GIVEN ARE AUSTRALIAN STANDARD METRIC
(Look up Google for a conversion chart if using Imperial)

More cooking videos at:
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Music Track:
"Bright Wish" and "Peppy Pepe"
by Kevin MacLeod
http://incompetech.com
Royalty Free Music - Used with Permission under Creative Commons license.
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