Home Made Mayonnaise is a simplified version of the classic condiment recipe. Egg yolks are combined with salt, mustard and lemon juice, then beaten in the food processor with oil until thick and creamy. With no added artificial colours, flavours or preservatives, and quick enough to make in minutes, this home made version is simply sensational. You’ll never go back to store bought mayo again - give it a go!
Home Made McDonald’s Big Mac Sauce is my version of the iconic burger condiment. While the actual recipe is a closely guarded secret, this version is easy to make, and is very close to the original. Perfect for burgers, sandwiches, used as a dip or even a salad dressing, this sauce is best used within 3 days of making - give it a go!
Home Made LCMs / Marshmallow Bubble Bars are a delicious treat, perfect for kid’s parties or an occasional lunchbox snack. Puffed rice cereal is combined with melted marshmallows and butter. Pressed into a pan and topped with melted white chocolate and candies, these gorgeous little bars only need to be chilled before serving - give it a go!
Why spend a fortune on expensive air freshener sprays when this easy home made alternative can be made in moments for a fraction of the price? All you need is a spray bottle, some essential oil (I used lavender oil, as it makes the room smell “clean” and is very soothing) and some water. Each bottle costs pennies to make, lasts longer than most commercial air fresheners, plus it’s safe to use around kids and pets.
Home Made Cranberry Sauce is a delicious accompaniment to any Christmas feast. Cranberries are combined with sugar, orange juice and freshly grated orange rind.. Thick, fruity, sweet and tart, this sauce is perfect with turkey, ham or other Christmas meats - give it a go!
Home Made Sun Dried Tomatoes are delicious and easy to make. Fresh Roma Tomatoes are halved and hollowed, then anointed with extra virgin olive oil infused with garlic and thyme. Dried at a low heat in the oven, these glorious morsels are perfect in salads, with pasta, added to sauces or simply eaten on their own - give it a go!
8 Roma Tomatoes (aka Egg Tomatoes or Italian Tomatoes) 2 Cloves of Garlic (crushed) 2 - 3 Teaspoons of Fresh Thyme 1 Cup of Extra Virgin Olive Oil Salt and Pepper
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Home Made Bread Sticks are the perfect accompaniment to any main meal.
Easy to adapt to suit your personal tastes, these make a great snack and
edible table decoration that your guests will love - give it a go!
1 Cup of Plain Flour 1/2 Cup of Warm Water 1/4 Teaspoon of Dried Yeast Pinch of White Sugar 1/2 Teaspoon of Salt 2 Teaspoons of Dried Mixed Herbs 2 Tablespoons of Olive Oil (I used Garlic Infused Olive Oil)
Preparation Time: About 15 minutes Cooking Time: About 15 minutes
MAKES 16 BREAD STICKS
ALL MEASUREMENTS GIVEN ARE AUSTRALIAN STANDARD METRIC (Look up Google for a conversion chart if using Imperial)
Home Made Sweet Chilli Sauce is a delicious condiment, perfect for
serving as a dipping sauce or drizzling over hot food. Red chillies are
combined with sugar, vinegar and garlic to create a sweet, spicy sauce
with a beautiful pink/orange colour - give it a go!
Home Made Scones is a quick-to-prepare, baked treat that is perfect for
making when unexpected guests drop by. Flour is combined with cream and
lemonade, then mixed until a dough forms. Cut into small pieces and
baked until golden, these easy scones are best served with lashings of
whipped cream and jam - give it a go!
3 Cups of Self Raising Flour 1 Cup of Heavy Cream (any cream suitable for whipping) 1 Cup of Lemonade (7Up, Sprite etc) Jam and Whipped Cream (to serve)
Preparation Time: About 10 minutes Baking Time: About 10 - 12 minutes
MAKES ABOUT 20 (depending on size)
ALL MEASUREMENTS GIVEN ARE AUSTRALIAN STANDARD METRIC (Look up Google for a conversion chart if using Imperial)
Pizza Hot Pockets are a home made version of the popular American snack.
A home made pizza dough is filled with a delicious combination of
cheese, ham, onion, bell peppers and tomato sauce, then baked until
golden. Perfect for a snack or as a meal, these Pizza Pockets will be a
big hit with everyone - give it a go!
1 Cup of Warm Water
7g Sachet of Dry Yeast (about a Tablespoon)
2 Tablespoons of Sugar
2 Tablespoons of Olive Oil
1 Teaspoon of Salt
3 Cups of Plain Flour
FILLINGS:
1 Cup of Shredded Ham
1-2 Cups of Grated Cheddar Cheese
1/2 a Red Capsicum (aka Bell Pepper - deseeded and diced)
1 Small Brown Onion (chopped)
1/2 Jar of Tomato Pasta Sauce or Pizza Sauce
NOTE: Feel free to change the fillings to suit your own personal taste!
Preparation Time: About 20 minutes
Cooking Time: About 20 minutes
MAKES 6 HOT POCKETS
ALL MEASUREMENTS GIVEN ARE AUSTRALIAN STANDARD METRIC
(Look up Google for a conversion chart if using Imperial)
Sausage and Egg McMuffins are a home made version of the fast food
breakfast classic. A delicious sausage patty is fried until golden, then
served on a toasted english muffin with a fried egg and some cheddar
cheese. Perfect for a weekend breakfast with friends - give it a go!
6 Pork Sausages (I used English Style) 1/2 Cup of Fresh Breadcrumbs Salt and Pepper 1 Teaspoon of Garlic Powder 4 Slices of Cheddar Cheese 4 English Muffins (toasted) 4 Eggs
Preparation Time: About 10 minutes Cooking Time: About 10 minutes
SERVES 4
ALL MEASUREMENTS GIVEN ARE AUSTRALIAN STANDARD METRIC (Look up Google for a conversion chart if using Imperial)
Home Made English Muffins are a delicious baked item, perfect for
breakfast. Soft dough is dusted with corn meal and baked until golden.
Split in half and toasted, these muffins are gorgeous buttered with your
favourite jam - give it a go!
7g Sachet of Dried Yeast 2 Cups of Warm Water 100g of Butter (melted) 1 Tablespoon of White Sugar 1 Tablespoon of Salt 6 Cups of Plain Flour Corn Meal / Polenta (for dusting)
Preparation Time: About 15 minutes + Resting Time Cooking Time: About 15 minutes per tray
MAKES ABOUT 20 MUFFINS
ALL MEASUREMENTS GIVEN ARE AUSTRALIAN STANDARD METRIC (Look up Google for a conversion chart if using Imperial)
Home Made Sweetened Condensed Milk is a brilliant recipe to make this
well known dessert ingredient for a fraction of the price. Powdered
Milk, Sugar and Boiling Water are blended together to create a thick,
rich, creamy syrup suitable for use in cheesecakes, caramels, cakes,
slices and more - give it a go!
2 Cups of Powdered Milk
1 Cup of White Sugar
1 Cup of Boiling Water
Preparation Time: About 5 minutes
MAKES ABOUT 2 CUPS (APPROX 500ML) OF CONDENSED MILK
Note:
If storing in the refrigerator, the condensed milk may crystallise
slightly. To dissolve the crystals, simply heat the condensed milk
gently until smooth ;)
ALL MEASUREMENTS GIVEN ARE AUSTRALIAN STANDARD METRIC
(Look up Google for a conversion chart if using Imperial)
Home Made Ricotta Cheese is a cheap and easy recipe that any fan of
ricotta will love. Full Cream Milk is combined with heavy cream and salt
then boiled until thick and foamy. A little vinegar is added and the
ricotta cheese starts to form. Strained through cheese cloth, the cheese
can be served warm or chilled - give it a go!
8 Cups of Full Fat Milk (2 Litres) 1 Cup of Heavy Cream (250ml) 1 Teaspoon of Salt 2 Tablespoons of White Vinegar or Lemon Juice Cheese Cloth / Muslin (for straining)
Preparation Time: About 20 minutes
MAKES ABOUT 500g OF RICOTTA CHEESE
ALL MEASUREMENTS GIVEN ARE AUSTRALIAN STANDARD METRIC (Link to a Measurement Conversion Website can be found on my channel page)
This in an oven-baked version of the classic toaster pastries. A rich
fruity filling is enveloped in puff pastry and baked until golden and
flaky. Drizzled with a delicious lemon frosting, these home made Pop
Tarts will keep everyone happy - give it a go!
2 Sheets of Frozen Ready Rolled Puff Pastry (thawed) 250g of Jam (about 1/2 a jar) 1 Tablespoon of Corn Flour (Corn Starch) Water Milk 3 Tablespoons of Icing Sugar (Powdered Sugar) 2-3 Teaspoons of Lemon Juice
Preparation Time: About 10 minutes Cooking Time: About 25 minutes
MAKES 6
ALL MEASUREMENTS GIVEN ARE AUSTRALIAN STANDARD METRIC (Look up Google for a conversion chart if using Imperial)
Music Track: "Bright Wish" and "Peppy Pepe" by Kevin MacLeod http://incompetech.com Royalty Free Music - Used with Permission under Creative Commons license.
Home Made Barbecue Sauce is a delicious preserve that can be used as a
dipping sauce, for basting meat or spreading on sandwiches or burgers.
Apple and onion are combined with tomatoes and various herbs and spices
to create a rich, thick, smokey, tangy sauce that everyone will love -
give it a go!
1 Large Green Apple (peeled, cored, grated)
1 White Onion (grated)
1 Tablespoon of Olive Oil
1 Teaspoon of Garlic Powder
1 Tablespoon of Smoked Paprika
1 Tablespoon of Wholegrain Mustard
2 Tablespoons of Tomato Paste
2 Tablespoons of Worcestershire Sauce
400g Can of Diced Tomatoes
1/2 Cup of Brown Sugar
1/2 Cup of Water
1/2 Cup of Apple Cider Vinegar
Preparation Time: About 10 minutes
Cooking Time: About 20 minutes
MAKES ABOUT 750ml
This can be stored in the fridge for up to 1 month.
ALL MEASUREMENTS GIVEN ARE AUSTRALIAN STANDARD METRIC
(Look up Google for a conversion chart if using Imperial)
Music Track:
"Bright Wish" and "Peppy Pepe"
by Kevin MacLeod http://incompetech.com
Royalty Free Music - Used with Permission under Creative Commons license.
