Monday, May 30, 2011

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Chicken and Mushroom Casserole - RECIPE

Chicken & Mushroom Casserole is an amazing meal that can be made in around 30 minutes! Chicken Breast Fillets are combined onions, mushrooms, mustard and chicken stock to create a delicious, creamy casserole that is both economical and easy to make - Give it a go!

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INGREDIENTS IN THIS DISH:

2 Large Chicken Breast Fillets (diced, about 400-500g)
1 Medium Brown Onion (chopped)
200g Button Mushrooms (quartered or sliced)
Olive Oil
1/4 Cup of Plain Flour
1 Tablespoon of Dijon Mustard
1 Cup of Liquid Chicken Stock (I used Campbells Real Stock)
1/4 Cup of Sour Cream
Salt and Pepper (to season)


Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Cooking Time: About 30 minutes

SERVES 4


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Wednesday, May 25, 2011

Sticky Date Self-Saucing Toffee Pudding - RECIPE

Sticky Date Self-Saucing Toffee Pudding is a twist on the classic dessert. A delightful sponge pudding studded with chopped dates is hiding a secret - an amazing toffee sauce that actually integrates into the underside of the pudding. A unique and impressive dish that the whole family will love - Give it a go!

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INGREDIENTS IN THIS DISH:

PUDDING:

1 Cup of Dried Pitted Dates (chopped)
Boiling Water
1 1/4 Cups of Self Raising Flour
2/3 Cups of Brown Sugar
2/3 Cup of Milk
50g Butter (melted)
1 Teaspoon of Mixed Spice

SAUCE:

25g of Butter (chopped)
1/2 Cup of Brown Sugar
1 Cup of Boiling Water

SERVES 6-8

Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Chilling Time: About 10 minutes

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Sunday, May 22, 2011

Chinese Lemon Boneless Chicken - RECIPE

Lemon Boneless Chicken is a Chinese Restaurant classic. My version features pieces of chicken breast, lightly battered and fried until golden and crispy, then smothered in a tangy lemon sauce. Serve with rice or vegetables - Give it a go!

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INGREDIENTS IN THIS DISH:

SAUCE:

250ml Chicken Stock (Chicken Broth)
Juice of 2 Small Lemons (About 1/4 of a cup)
2 Tablespoons of Caster (Super Fine) Sugar (double this if you want a sweeter sauce)
2 Tablespoons of Corn Flour (Corn Starch)


CHICKEN:

500g Chicken Breast Fillets (sliced into thin strips)
2 Tablespoons of Soy Sauce
2 Eggs
4 Tablespoons of Corn Flour (Corn Starch)


Preparation Time: 10 minutes (plus time to marinate chicken)
Cooking Time: About 10 minutes

SERVES 4


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Wednesday, May 18, 2011

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups - RECIPE

This is a home made version of Reese's Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups, a classic American candy store treat. A sticky, peanut butter centre is enveloped in a generous covering of smooth milk chocolate. Perfect for school bake sales or some indulgent snacking at home - Give it a go!

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INGREDIENTS IN THIS DISH:

PEANUT BUTTER FILLING:

100g Smooth Peanut Butter
1/2 Cup of Icing Sugar (Powdered / Confectioners Sugar)
2 Tablespoons of Brown Sugar
50g Softened Butter

CHOCOLATE COATING:

375g Milk Chocolate (I used chips / buttons)
100g Butter (chopped)

NOTE: I recommend using small paper cupcake / muffin cases ;)

MAKES 15 CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER CUPS

Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Chilling Time: About 10 minutes

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Sunday, May 15, 2011

Oven Baked Chicken Nuggets - RECIPE

Oven Baked Chicken Nuggets are a healthier alternative to the children's fast food favourite. Succulent pieces of Chicken Breast Fillet are dredged in seasoned flour, egg and breadcrumbs to create a delicious treat, without the need for deep frying - Give it a go!

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INGREDIENTS IN THIS DISH:

2 Large Chicken Breast Fillets
1/2 Cup of Plain Flour
2 Eggs
2 Tablespoons of Milk
1 Cup of Dried Breadcrumbs
Salt and Pepper
Dipping Sauce (to serve)

NOTE: You can spray the nuggets with a little cooking spray prior to baking if you want that "fried" texture on the crumbs - but this is not essential.

MAKES ABOUT 18 NUGGETS

Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: About 30 minutes


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Wednesday, May 11, 2011

Lemon Slice - RECIPE

Lemon Slice - RECIPE

Lemon Slice is an old fashioned sweet treat made with basic ingredients. A soft, buttery cookie base is covered in a creamy, lemon topping and baked until firm. Served in squares, this recipe is great for morning/afternoon tea or for a last minute bake sale - Give it a go!

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INGREDIENTS IN THIS DISH:

1 1/2 Cups of Plain Flour
1/2 Cup of Icing Sugar (Powdered Sugar / Confectioners Sugar)
150g Butter (melted)
400g Can of Sweetened Condensed Milk
1/2 Cup of Lemon Juice
1 Egg
2 Tablespoons of Self Raising Flour (or 2 Tablespoons of Plain Flour + 1 Teaspoon of Baking Powder)

MAKES 24 SQUARES

Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Cooking Time: About 45 minutes + Chilling Time


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Sunday, May 8, 2011

Simple Beef Stir Fry - RECIPE

Simple Beef Stir Fry is a simple main meal dish that can be made in minutes! Fresh vegetables and thin beef strips are stir-fried with noodles and a delicious sauce. Simple, fresh and everyone will love it - Give it a go!

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INGREDIENTS IN THIS DISH:

2 Spring Onions (aka Shallots / Scallions)
Baby Corn
Broccolini
1 Clove of Garlic (Crushed / Minced)
200g Udon Noodles (Japanese Rice Noodles)
500g Beef (Thin Strips)

SAUCE:

1 Cup of Liquid Beef Stock (250ml)
1 Tablespoon of Hoisin Sauce
1 Tablespoon of Soy Sauce
1 Tablespoon of Oyster Sauce
1 Tablespoon of Honey

OPTIONAL FOR SAUCE
For a thicker sauce add:
1 Teaspoon of Corn Flour (Corn Starch) dissolved in 1 Tablespoon of Hot Water

SPECIAL NOTE: If you can't find any of the above sauce ingredients, ask at your local Asian Supermarket. If worst comes to worst, replace the above sauce recipe with a pre-made stir-fry sauce.

SERVES 2

Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Cooking Time: About 10 minutes


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http://incompetech.com

Wednesday, May 4, 2011

Deep Fried Mars Bars - RECIPE

Deep Fried Mars Bars are one of the most unhealthy desserts you could imagine! Invented in Scotland, a Mars chocolate bar is frozen and dipped in cake batter, then deep fried until crisp and golden on the outside and gooey in the middle. Not recommend for regular consumption, but good for a (very occasional) treat - Give it a go!

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INGREDIENTS IN THIS DISH:

2 Frozen Mars Bars (or Snickers / similar chocolate candy bar)
1 Cup of Self Raising Flour
1/2 Cup of Caster Sugar (Superfine Sugar)
1 Egg
1/2 Cup of Milk (125ml)

SERVES 2

Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Cooking Time: About 2 minutes


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http://incompetech.com

Sunday, May 1, 2011

Pumpkin Soup - RECIPE

Pumpkin Soup is a delicious winter classic. Simple to prepare and perfect for the colder months, this dish will become and instant family favorite - Give it a go!

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INGREDIENTS IN THIS DISH:

1.5kg Butternut Pumpkin
1 Brown Onion
Salt and Pepper
Olive Oil
4 Cups of Chicken Stock (1 Litre)
Sour Cream (to serve, optional)


SERVES 4

Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Cooking Time: About 1 hour + time to reheat on stove


ALL MEASUREMENTS GIVEN ARE AUSTRALIAN STANDARD METRIC
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Music by Kevin McLeod (Used with Permission)
http://incompetech.com

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