tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23818139610936055002011-11-28T09:15:32.057+10:00Recipes you can trust! The following recipes I have found trustworthy, ones that have either become a staple in our lives or for special occasions. Try them and see if they will become part of yours as well....Sharon de Bruynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12408800806078636341noreply@blogger.comBlogger1341100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2381813961093605500.post-72482442215573010142011-02-28T15:35:00.003+10:002011-02-28T15:39:53.582+10:00

Ingredients:2 tbs peanut oil800gr rump steak sliced1 large carrot1 med red pepper sliced1 med yellow pepper sliced1 large red Spanish onion sliced3 small tomatoes, quartered1 1/2 cups bean sprouts125 gr snow pea sproutsDressing:1/3 cup salt reduced soy sauce2 teas grated lime rind1/3 cup lime juice2 tbs fish sauce2 tbs orange juice2 cloves garlic crushed3 small fresh red chillies, seeded and

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Ingredients:2 med mangoes2 med carrots2 med zucchinis1 med red pepper1 med yellow pepper2 cups bean sprouts4 green shallots1/4 cup chopped fresh coriander leaves4 cups roughly chopped cooked chicken1 cup unsalted roasted cashewsLime Dressing2 tbs mild sweet chilli sauce2 cloves garlic crushed2 fresh red chillies, seeded and chopped1/4 cup lime juice1 egg yolk1/2 cup vegetable oilMethod:Cut cheeks

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Ingredients:1 litre milk2-3 eggs1/2 teas salt1/4 - 1/2 cup sugarBeat together.Add 1 teas vanilla sugar and cinnamon.Add 7 cups SR flour approximately, and gradually to make a thick batter.Add packet of currants, mixed fruit or whatever you choose. (Dice apple if you like)Let sit for a couple of hours.When ready to use, thin it down with 1/4 - 1/2 cup of beer, ginger beer or lemonade.Scrape

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Ingredients:Dough :2 cups SR flour1 cup plain flour250g butter1 cup sugar2 eggsMix together.Filling:500g almond meal500g sugarpkt vanilla sugar3 eggs (if too dry add 1 more)cap of almond essence (to taste)1 bottle 'OETKER' bitter almond flavourfresh lemon rind or cap of lemon juiceMix together.Directions:Take a small ball of dough and press into patty cake tins.Push in a spoonful of almond

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Ingredients:500g almond meal500g sugarpkt vanilla sugar3 eggs (if too dry add 1 more)cap of almond essence (to taste)1 bottle of 'Oetker' bitter Almond flavourfresh lemon rind or cap of lemon juiceMix together.(Use Dutch Apple Cake Recipe to line patty cakes and put a spoonful of almond filling in. Cover and cook in a mod oven for 20 mins)

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INGREDIENTS:100gr Butter2.5 tbls Milk1 cup SR FlourMETHOD:Melt butter and milk together gently.Then add flour.Stir into a ball.Press gently into pie tray.Place dish in the fridge for at least 1/2 hr before adding filling.Cook as desired.

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INGREDIENTS:400gr mixed fresh or frozen berries200gr no-fat, no added sugar honey yoghurt50gr white chocolate, roughly chopped (opt)METHOD:1. Put the berries, yoghurt and chocolate into a bowl and mix, crushing the berries slightly to release some of the colour into the yoghurt.2. Divide the mixture into 8 x 1/2 cup ice block moulds.3. Add the sticks and freeze until firm.4. Rub a warm cloth over

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INGREDIENTS:200gr spinach1 tbs olive oil2 spring onions sliced1 medium potato, peeled and grated130gr drained canned corn kernels2 tbs chopped fresh parsley2 tbs chopped fresh chives100gr 97% fat free ham, chopped6 eggs, lightly beaten1 cup reduced fat milk1/4 cup reduced fat grated cheddar cheeseMETHOD:1. Wash spinach, put into pan, cover and cook over medium heat for 5 ins or till wilted.

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INGREDIENTS:500gr mince2 cloves garlic, crushed250gr button mushrooms, sliced600ml tomato pasta sauce500gr fresh lasagne sheets100gr baby English spinach200gr low fat ricotta cheese150ml can reduced fat evaporated milk1/2 cup grated reduced fat cheddar cheeseMETHOD:1. Preheat oven to 200C (400F)2. Heat a large non stick fry pan, add the mince and cook for 5 mins til browned.3. Add garlic,

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INGREDIENTS:1kg zucchini2 tbs olive oil1/3 cup grated parmesan cheesesalt & pepperextra finely grated parmesan cheeseMETHOD:1. Run a vegetable peeler down the length of zucchinis to form thin ribbons.2. Bring a large saucepan of water to the boil.3. Add zucchini.4. When water returns to the boil, remove pan from heat and drain.5. Return zucchini to pan with the olive oil and 1/3 cup parmesan

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INGREDIENTS:2 cups SR flour200gr blueberries3/4 cup caster sugar2 eggs lightly beaten1/3 cup light sour cream1/4 cup oilMETHOD:Mix all ingredients together well.Bake in mod oven 180C for 25 mins.Leave to cool in tin 5 mins before turning out.

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INGREDIENTS:Base:4 ozs butter1/2 cup sugar3/4 cup coconut1 cup SR flourFilling:1 tin condensed milk1 tbls butter1 tbls golden syrupTopping:1 oz copha200gr chocolateMETHOD:Cream together butter and sugar, add flour then coconut and spread into tray.Bake 180C for 20mins.Stir filling ingredients over low heat till thick.Pour over cooked base and return to oven for 3-5 mins.Melt topping

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INGREDIENTS:1/2 cup brown sugar1/2 cup treacle2 cups SR flour1 cup milkpinch salt1 tlbs mixed spiceMETHOD:Mix together and press into slice tray.Cook mod oven 360F (180C)Slice when cold.

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INGREDIENTS:125gr butter2 eggs1/2 cup sugar2 cups SR flour1/2 cup milkMETHOD:Blend all together and put into patty cake tin or papers.Cook for 12 - 15 mins in a mod oven.]When cooled, dip in jelly and then in coconut and allow to set.PS You can do 1/2 batch recipe.

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INGREDIENTS:100gr butter3/4 cup brown sugar1/2 cup honey1/2 cup peanut butter1 teas mixed spice2 cups rolled oats1/2 cup coconut3 cups cereal1/2 cups dried fruit1 teas vanillaMETHOD:Boil first 4 ingredients together till the mix forms a soft ball when spoon dipped in cold water.This takes about 8-10mins on the stove.Lightly brown the rolled oats and coconut in a sponge roll tin till they are

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INGREDIENTS:250gr pkt marshmallows cup up250gr pkt biscuits crushed1/2 tin condensed milk4 tbls butter2 tbls cocoa200gr chocolate1 oz cophaMETHOD:Melt together condensed milk, butter, cocoa and add to dry ingredients and press into prepared tray.Melt chocolate with copha and pour over top.Cut when cold.

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INGREDIENTS:3 - 4 cup SR flour500gr butter1 cup icing sugar1 1/4 cup custard powderMETHOD:Sift flour, custard powder and icing sugar together.Add butter and work to a stiff dough.Roll into balls approximately 1 teas in each.Place on greased oven tray.Use a fork and flatten biscuits.Bake till light fawn colour.Cool and join together in pairs with butter icing.

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INGREDIENTS:Base:200gr melted butter1 cup sugar2 tbls cocoa1 cup walnuts (opt)1/3 cup coconut1 egg350gr crushed biscuitsTopping:200gr chocolate30gr cophaMETHOD:Melt together butter, sugar, cocoa and walnuts.Then add coconut and egg, followed by the crushed biscuits.Spread into a greased lamington tray.Put in fridge to set.Melt the topping ingredients and ice the slice.Cut into squares when set.

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INGREDIENTS:2 cups rolled oats1 cup SR flour1 cup sugar1 tbls golden syrup1 tbls water250gr butter1/2 teas bicarb sodaMETHOD:Melt butter, water and syrup and pour over dry ingredients.Put small teaspoonfuls on trays.Bake 180C 12 mins.Leave to cool before removing.Can halve the recipe.

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INGREDIENTS:450gr can corn kernels1 egg50gr (2oz) plain floursalt & pepper1 tbls oilgrated rind 1/2 lemonoil for fryinggrated Parmesan cheeseMETHOD:Drain corn. Separate egg.Sift flour and pinch of salt.Make a well, put in yolk, oil and grated rind.Beat til a smooth batter forms.Beat whites till stiff.Fold into batter with corn.Heat oil in pan.Drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil.Fry about 5

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INGREDIENTS:500gr mince2 pinches of salt2 pinches of pepper1 lge onion2 tbls plain flour2 tomatoes2 shortcrust pastry sheetsmilk for glazingMETHOD:Place mince, s & p, onion and 1/2 cup water in saucepan.Allow to cook slowly till cooked.Thicken with flour blended in a little water then cool.Line greased pie dish with one sheet of pastry.Fill with cooked mince mix and top with slices of tomat0.

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INGREDIENTS:1 tbls oil500gr mince1 onion chopped1 carrot diced1/2 cup chopped celery1/2 cup green pepper1 teas salt1 tbls flour440gr tin tomato soupMETHOD:Fry meat and onion 3 mins.Add veges and cook 2 mins more.Sprinkle with flour and mix well.Add soup and salt.Bring to boil.Place in casserole, cover and bake in mod oven 1 hr.Serve on toast or with rice.

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INGREDIENTS:3 cups crushed cornflakes3 tbls (3ozs) melted buttersmall can tuna1/4 cup finely chopped onion1/4 cup chopped celery2 beaten eggs1 teas mustard1 teas saltfreshly ground black pepperMETHOD:Mix cornflakes and butter.Press in medium pie plate reserving 1/2 cup for topping.Bake mod oven 10 mins.combine rest of ingredients and pour into shell.Sprinkle with remaining crumbs.Bake 30 mins in

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INGREDIENTS:1 kg potatoes90gr butternutmegsalt and pepper1 cup milk60gr cheese finely slicedMETHOD:Peel and finely slice potatoes.Dry thoroughly.Smear a shallow ovenproof dish with 30gr butter.Carefully arrange potato slices in layers and season each layer.Scald milk, add nutmeg, salt and pepper.Arrange cheese over the top and pour on milk.Add butter dots.Bake in mod oven 180C for 40 - 45 mins.

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INGREDIENTS:440gr tin salmon1 med onion diced (opt)1 pkt instant potato made upMETHOD:Empty drained tin of salmon into made up potato and onio.Cover and chill for 1 hour.Pat into rissoles.Dip into plain flour, then egg and then breadcrumbs.Shallow fry.

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INGREDIENTS:2 sheets Puff Pastry250gr tasty cheese1 tbls sesame seeds2 eggs1/2 small cauliflower1/4 teas nutmeg1 tbls milksaltMETHOD:Steam cauliflower 12 mins.Place 1 pastry sheet on baking tray.Grate cheese.Combine cauliflower, cheese and eggs.Add nutmeg, salt and mix well.Spread mix on pastry sheet.Place second sheet on top, seal edges.Brush with milk. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.Bake very hot

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INGREDIENTS AND METHOD:Put required number of fish fingers in the casserole.Grate 1 cup of cheese and sprinkle over the top.Add 3/4 - 1 cup milk.Dot with butter and bake in mod oven 1/2 hr.

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INGREDIENTS:1kg blade steak1 clove garlic1 cup flour1/4 cup tomato sauce1/2 cup water2 onions3 rashers bacon1 tbls Worcestershire sauce1/4 cup vinegarMETHOD:Slice 1 onion, add garlic in and put in casserole.Cube meat and put in casserole.Sprinkle with flour.Combine sauces and pour over meat.Add water.Slice other onion, place on meat and add bacon.Cook hot oven 180C for 2 hrs.Remove lid, cook a

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INGREDIENTS:1pkt French Onion Soup125ml tomato sauce1 clove garlic crushed10ml Worcestershire sauce40ml golden syrup8 chicken drumsticksMETHOD:Make two incisions across each drumstick.Combine all ingredients in a shallow dish.Marinate overnight.BBQ, grill or bake chicken, basting regularly with marinade till cooked through.

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INGREDIENTS:1kg chicken pieces2 teas lemon pepper1/2 teas paprika30ml soy sauce125ml lemon juice2 teas lemon rind, grated40ml oil40ml honey30gr butterMETHOD:Place chicken in a bowl with the lemon pepper, paprika, soy sauce, lemon juice, rind, oil and honey.Marinate for at least 3 hrs.Remove chicken, dot with butter and bake 190C for 35 - 40 mins brushing with marinade whilst cooking.Can be served

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INGREDIENTS:1.5kg chicken pieces1pt chicken noodle soup60ml tomato sauce60ml honey60ml peanut butter125ml waterMETHOD:Trim all fat from chicken and place in a shallow casserole dish.Mix all remaining ingredients, pour over chicken.Bake in oven at 180C for 1 1/4 hrs.

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INGREDIENTS:170gr butter55gr icing sugar28gr custard powder28gr cornflour170g plain flourButter Icing:1 cup icing sugar2 tbls melted butterMETHOD:Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.Sift dry ingredients together, add to above and mix well.Roll into balls, about the size of a 50c piece and flatten lightly with afork.Cook in a mod oven for 15mins.Cool and join with butter icing.

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INGREDIENTS:500gr mince1/2 cup onion diced1/2 cup carrots diced1 cup potatoes diced1/2 cup parsleysalt & pepper1 - 2 teas chicken stock powder (opt)5 sheets Puff PastryMETHOD:Combine mince, onion, carrots, parsley, potato, salt, pepper and stock.Cut pastry diagonally down the middle.Place filing in the middle on each side.Crimp edges together and brush with beaten egg.Bake hot oven 20mins till

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INGREDIENTS:4 lge eggs1/2 cup cornflourpinch salt1/2 level teas bi carb soda1 small cup castor sugar1/2 cup custard powder1 rounded teas cream of tartarMETHOD:Beat eggs and sugar, then fold in sifted dry ingredients.Cook in 2 lge tins (8 - 8.5") with high sides, on 2nd shelf from the bottom of oven for 20 mins.350F (180C)

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INGREDIENTS:2 tbls tomato pastecoriander, cumin to taste1 beef stock cube500gr mince1 onion chopped1 tin baked beans1 tin tomatoes or 3-4 large tomatoes chopped2 tbls chutneyMETHOD:Brown mince and onion.Add tomatoes, beans and chutney.Cook until liquid is reduced.Serve with toast or mashed spuds.

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INGREDIENTS:3 tbls butter2 cups rice4 cups hot chicken stocksalt & pepperMETHOD:Melt butter, add rice and stir over mod heat 3 - 5 mins.Add stock, salt & pepper and stir till it boils.Cover tightly and cook on low heat 12 mins.Remove and leave covered about 10 mins.Fluff up and serve.

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INGREDIENTS:4 lge chicken drumsticks1 chopped red or green pepper2 sliced onions3 cloves garlic crushedchives, parsley, bay leaves, S & PMETHOD:Peel skin back from chicken and make a couple of slits in each.Cover with water in baking dish and add remaining ingredients.Cook mod oven 45 mins, turning chicken occasionally.Use slotted spoon to pile chicken and herbs on Rice Palaf. (recipe on this

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INGREDIENTS:1 onion chopped1 tbls butter500gr mince1 tin tomato soup1 small tin creamed corn125gr cooked noodles1 cup grated cheeseMETHOD:Saute onion, then add meat and brown.Sir in soup, corn, salt and pepper.Add spices/herbs of choice to flavour or use Sambal.Add meat to casserole alternatively with noodles and cheese.Bake in mod oven 20 mins.

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INGREDIENTS:1 1/2 cups ricechicken stock1 onion1 clove garlic2 teas ginger3 teas curry1 tin corn & juice1 big tin tuna in brineMETHOD:Cook rice in enough chicken stock to cover for 10 - 15 mins until just tender.Drain well.In the same pot, fry copped onion, garlic and grated ginger in a small amount of butter until soft.Add curry, corn, tuna and brine.Cook until heated through.Mix in rice and

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INGREDIENTS:3 med potatoes cooked1 sliced carrot cooked60gr butter1 onion chopped3 rashers bacon chopped3 tbls flour2 1/4 cups milkSalt & pepper180gr grated cheddar cheese1/4 cup day old bread crumbsMETHOD:Mash potato and place in a casserole dish, put carrot on top.Fry onion & bacon in 15 gr butter, add flour and cook a few minutes.Gradually stir in milk, bring to the boil.Add cheese, salt &

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INGREDIENTS:SausagesVegesOnions1 dess curry2 tins tomato soup/peeled tomatoes/puree or tomato paste with water & sugar1 tbls oilMETHOD:Boil sausages then skin and cut into pieces.Cook onions, capsicum and celery in a little oil.Add soup, vegetables, sausages and curry.Cover and cook until all are tender.Serve with rice or potatoes.

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INGREDIENTS:1 vanilla cake mix (home brand)1 cup coconut4 tbls melted butterTOPPING:450gr tin pie apples - sweeten to taste300gr sour creamMETHOD:Base:Pour melted butter over cake mix and coconut and mix well.Press into lamington tray.Bake in preheated over 180C (375F) for 10 mins.Topping:Mix pie apples, sugar and sour cream together and pour on top of biscuit base.Sprinkle with cinnamon and bake

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INGREDIENTS:1 pkt spaghetti2 - 3 onions chopped2 - 3 cloves garlic crushed2 bacon rashers chopped1/2 stick cabana choppedTin Leggo's Tomato Paste1/2 lb mince1/2 green pepper chopped2 sticks celery chopped1 chicken stock cubepepper & salt to taste1/2 teas nutmeg1 teas cummin2 cups waterMETHOD:Fry onions, bacon, cabana, green pepper and celery together until soft and sweated.Put to one side as

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This recipe is great for either pikelets or pancakes.Just add more milk to the mix to when making it up for Pancakes. You will want the pancakes to be thinner.INGREDIENTS:1 cup (4oz) SR flourpinch salt1/4 teas bicarb soda2 tbs sugar1 egg1/2 cup sour milk (milk with 1 teas vinegar added)2 teas melted butter (opt)Extra butter for fryingMETHOD:Sift flour, salt and soda into a medium bowl.Make a

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INGREDIENTS:250gr frozen spinach1 tub French Onion Dip1 cup mayonnaise1 cup sour cream1/4 bunch shallots1 large Cobb loafMETHOD:Slice top off Cobb loaf and pull out bread.Cook spinach as per instructions.Mix all ingredients together.Place in Cobb loaf and refrigerate for 15min.Pre heat over to 160C.Place Cobb loaf on tray and place in oven.Bake for 6-8 mins to just warm through.Serve with bits of

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INGREDIENTS:100gr unsalted butter1/2 cup sugar1 egg, beaten1/2 teas vanilla1 1/4 cup SR flour1/3 cup milk425gr can pie apple2 tbs brown sugar40gr unsalted butter1/2 cup oatsMETHOD:Preheat oven to 180C.Grease oven tray.Beat sugar and butter till creamy.Add egg, then vanilla and mix thoroughly.Fold in flour and milk, until almost smooth.Spoon mixture into tin and smooth surface.Top with apple.Melt

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If you want to save money by making your own sandwiches for lunch in advance, try these. You can make them in bulk and freeze.Each recipe makes 6 sandwiches using 12 slices of bread.CHICKEN & CELERY3/4 cup (180ml) packaged light cream cheese1 1/4 cups (250gr) finely chopped cooked chicken1 cup thinly sliced celery1/4 teas celery salt.HAM & CORN RELISH250gr thinly sliced ham1/2 cup (125ml) corn

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INGREDIENTS:60gr butter400gr marshmallows1/2 teas vanilla essence7 cups Rice BubblesMETHOD:In a large saucepan, melt butter and marshmallows over a gently heat, stirring constantly.When marshmallows have completely dissolved, add vanilla and stir in the Rice Bubbles.Work quickly as the mixture becomes very sticky.When combined, turn the mix into a greased Swiss Roll tin and press down very firmly

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INGREDIENTS:MEAT SAUCE1 tbs olive oil500gr veal, minced3 cloves garlic, chopped1 lge onion, finely chopped2 x 440gr cans chopped tomatoes1 1/2 cups white wine1/2 cup tomato paste1 cinnamon stick3 bay leavesCHEESE SAUCE180gr butter, chopped1 cup Plain flour1 1/2 litres milk1/2 teas ground nutmegsalt & pepper to taste3 eggs, lightly beaten1 1/2 cups grated tasty cheesepasta500gr macaroni or small

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INGREDIENTS:CRUST1 1/4 cup Plain flour2 tbs icing sugar3/4 cup walnuts, ground80gr butter, chopped1/4 cup iced waterFILLING:400gr condensed milk30gr butter1 tbs golden syrup2 med bananas, sliced1 cup cream, whipped1/2 cup pure thick cream2 med bananas, sliced extra50gr dark chocolate, meltedMETHOD:CRUSTSift flour and icing sugar into a large bowl.Add walnuts and butter. Rub butter into flour

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INGREDIENTS:1 cup pecans25 Jatz biscuits3 egg whites1 cup caster sugarCream and extra pecans to decorateMETHOD:Crush pecans and Jatz biscuits together.Whip together egg whites and sugar to form firm peaks.Then fold together all the ingredients.Pour mix into a greased pie plate.Bake 180C for 20mins exactly.Decorate with cream and pecans.

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INGREDIENTS:750gr white cooking chocolate700gr cream (NOT whipped cream)100ml waterBerries (optional)METHOD:Melt chocolate in a doublepan or a large bowl above a pot of simmering water.When melted, add water and stir.In a different bowl, whip cream to medium thickness.When done and chocolate is cool, add a little bit of cream (3 spoons) and mix GENTLY until combined, then add the rest of the

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INGREDIENTS:400gr chicken breast, cut into strips, no skin100gr pastrami shaved1 green capsicum, diced1 tbs canned green peppercorns drained1/2 cup skim evaporated milk1 tbs wholegrain mustard250gr any cooked pasta1 teas chicken stock powderMETHOD:Cook chicken till brown, add pastrami, capsicum and peppercorns and cook 5 mins.Reduce heat, stir in mustard and stock powder combined with milk.Add

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INGREDIENTS:1 cup Plain flour1 teas baking powder1 teas salt6 tbls butter1 cup caster sugar1/3 cup soft light brown sugar1 egg1 teas vanilla essence2/3 cup chocolate chips1/2 cup hazelnuts, choppedMETHOD:Preheat oven to 180C and grease 2-3 baking trays.Sift the flour, baking powder and salt into a small bowl, set aside.Cream butter and sugars together.Beat in the egg and vanilla.Add the flour mix

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INGREDIENTS:1 cup Plain flour1/2 teas bicarb soda1/4 teas baking powder1/4 teas salt1 cup (115gr) butter, softened1 cup caster sugar1/2 cup light brown sugar1 egg1/4 teas vanilla essencesm cup rolled oats1 cup chocolate chipsMETHOD:Preheat oven to 180C.Grease 3 to 4 baking trays.Sift flour, bicarb, baking powder and salt into a mixing bowl, then set aside.Cream butter and sugars together.Add egg

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INGREDIENTS:750gr icing sugar250gr coconut400gr condensed milk1 teas vanillapink food colouringMETHOD:Sift icing sugar into bowl, add coconut and vanilla, then mix well.Add condensed milk and mix together.Press 1/2 of mix into a greased, paper lined 20cm (8") slab tin.Colour the remaining 1/2 of the mix with the pink food colouring.Press this evenly on top of the white base.When set, remove from

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INGREDIENTS:500gr butter1 tin condensed milk1 cup sugar5 cups SR flourMETHOD:Cream butter and sugar.Add milk then flour.Divide the mixture into 3 groups.Put Smarties in one, sultanas in the another and make Jam Drops of the last.Roll into balls and place on prepared biscuit tray.Allow room for biscuits to spread.Flatten with a fork. (For the Jam Drops, insert the end of a wooden spoon (or finger)

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INGREDIENTS:30gr butter1/3 cup brown sugar3 tbls honey1 tbls water1 1/4 cup Plain flour50gr Violet Crumble barMETHOD:Preheat oven to 175C.Lightly spray a non-stick baking tray with oil.Place butter, honey, sugar and water into a saucepan.Stir over gentle heat until butter has melted.Remove from heat and stir in the sifted flour.Cool to room temperature.Crush Violet Crumble bar into small

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INGREDIENTS:125gr butter1 2/3 cups brown sugar400gr tin condensed milk1 tbls golden syrupMETHOD:Melt butter in a saucepan over a low heat.Add sugar, condensed milk and golden syrup.Cook, stirring continuously until the sugar dissolves and the mix is dark brown andleaves the sides of the saucepan.Pour into a well greased 28 x 18cm tray.Mark into 2.5cm squares and allow to set.When cold, cut and

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INGREDIENTS:1 cup water1 1/2 cups sugar120gr butter2 eggs1/2 teas bicarb soda2 tbls cocoa1 1/2 cups SR flourMETHOD:Place water, sugar, butter, cocoa and bicard soda into a large saucepan.Stir over a low heat until butter has melted.Bring to boil and simmer for 5 mins. Remove from heat.Allow to cool, then mix in beaten eggs and flour.Pour into a greased and lined 18cm round tin.Bake in a moderate

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INGREDIENTS:3 zucchini, grated1 onion, grated1 potato, grated4 slices of ham/bacon, chopped1 cup cheese, grated6 tbs Plain flour3 eggss & pMETHOD:Put all ingredients into a big bowl and mix really well. Pour into a quiche dish and cook in the oven for one hour at 160C.If you are vegetarian, simply leave out the ham.

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INGREDIENTS:1 x 250g Long Grain white rice in 90 seconds185g tin tuna in oil1 small bunch parsley, chopped1 small bunch mint, chopped1/2 yellow capsicum, dicedjuice and zest of 1 lemonMETHOD:Microwave Long Grain white rice in 90 seconds as per pack instructions.Combine rice with tuna, parsley, mint, capsicum and lemon juice in a bowl.Spoon into serving dishes and sprinkle with lemon zest.

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INGREDIENTS:2 cups Long Grain rice600gr chicken fillets, trimmed2tbs cornflour2tbs peanut oil6 green onions cut into 3cm lengths1 lge capsicum, quartered, deseeded and thinly sliced1/4 cup roasted cashew nutsSTIR FRY SAUCE: 2 tblspns oyster sauce2 tbsp sweet chilli sauce 1 tbs ketcup manis 1 tbs brown sugarMETHOD: Cook rice as per pack instructions Combine all ingredients in a ceramic

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INGREDIENTS:250gr butter2 teas vanilla essence2 cups brown sugar2 eggs2 cups sifted plain flour1 cup SR flour2 cups dessicated coconut250gr choc chipsMETHOD:Place butter, vanilla and sugar in a bowl and beat till light and fluffy.Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.Stir in all flour, coconut and choc chips.Roll heaped spoonfuls of mix into balls and place on a well greased

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INGREDIENTS:3/4 cup caster sugarpinch salt2 cups SR flour125gr butter1/2 cup milk1/2 teas vanilla essence2 eggsMETHOD:Sift all dry ingredients into a bowl.Add remaining ingredients and beat for 3 minutes.Spoon mix into paper patty cups which have been placed in patty cake tins or muffin pans.Bake in a moderate oven 180 - 200C for 12 - 15 mins.

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INGREDIENTS:1 cup diced dried apricots1/2 tin condensed milk1 cup coconutextra coconutMETHOD:Mix all ingredients together.Roll into little balls.Toss in coconut.

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INGREDIENTS:155 gr ground hazelnuts1/4 cup castor sugar1 egg3 sheets puff pastry1 egg yolk, lightly beaten with 2 teas cold water2/3 cup icing sugar2 tbls boiling waterMETHOD:Combine hazelnuts, sugar and eggs and mix well.Lightly brush each pastry sheet with water.Cut each pastry sheet into 9 squares.With a sharp knife starting 1 cm from the centre of each pastry sheet, cut diagonally to each

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INGREDIENTS:3 sheets of puff pastry3 tbls tomato paste1 1/2 cups bacon or ham1 egg, beaten1 cup grated cheeseMETHOD:Spread tomato paste over sheets of pastry.Sprinkle bacon or ham and cheese over pastry.Pour on small amount of egg.Roll up like a Swiss Roll.Slice into pinwheels.Bake for 12 - 15 mins at 180C.

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INGREDIENTS:2 -3 tbs Massaman curry paste1/2 red onion, finely chopped500gr beef strips200gr pumpkin, sliced thinly1/2 cup coconut milk150gr green beans, sliced1 tbs Fish Sauce1/4 cup crushed cashew nuts6 Kaffir lime leaves, shredded finelyMETHOD:Heat wok or heavy based pan till hot.Fry curry paste for 1 - 2 mins.Add beef and onion and stir until coated.Add pumpkin, coconut milk, beans and fish

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INGREDIENTS:3 Mars bars3 cups Rice Bubbles125gr butterMETHOD:Melt Mars bars and butter together in a double saucepan.Add Rice Bubbles and mix well.Spread into a well greased 28 x 18cm tray or Swiss Roll tin.Ice with chocolate icing or melted chocolate.Sprinkle with coconut.Cut into fingers.

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INGREDIENTS:250gr Marie biscuits1 tin condensed milk1 tbls cocoa1 cup coconut1 tbls lemon juiceMETHOD:Crush biscuits finely.Mix all ingredients together.Then roll into balls and toss in extra coconut.Enjoy.

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INGREDIENTS:CRUMB CRUST200gr wheatmeal biscuits1/2 cup toasted coconut2 teas sugar1 teas ground cinnamon125 gr melted butterFILLING500gr cream cheese2 3/4 cups sweetened condensed milk1/2 cup lemon juice2 teas vanilla essence1 teas ground cinnamonextra 1/2 cup whipped creamMETHOD:There is preparation time and overnight refrigeration to be noted.To Make Crumb CrustCrumb biscuits in food processer

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INGREDIENTS:500 gr lean chicken mince60g dried breadcrumbs1 onion, finely chopped2 tbls fresh mint, chopped1 teas garlic, minced1 teas chilli, minced4tbls sweet chilli sauce1/4 cup plain flourMETHOD:Preheat oven to 180C.Combine the mince, breadcrumbs, onion, mint, garlic, chilli, and chilli sauce.Form into little ball shapes.Coat a pan with cooking spray, heat and brown each meatball all

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INGREDIENTS:1 1/4 cups plain flour2 tbls sugarpinch salt3 eggs beaten1 1/2 cups milk2 teas melted butter1 teas vanilla or 1 tbls brandyMETHOD:Sift flour, sugar and salt in bowl.Combine eggs and milk then stir into dry ingredients till mix is a smooth batter.Let it sit for 2 hours.Use crepe cooker or pour onto a lightly greased hot frypan and swirl around to make a large thin crepe. Cook quickly

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INGREDIENTS:125 gr butter1 cup sugar1 egg1 tbs Golden Syrup (opt)1 cup Quick Oats2 cups SR flour3/4 cup sultanas1/2 teasAlternative flavours you can substitute if you wish : 1/4 teas Ginger, Coriander, Nutmeg, Cinnamon, Choc ChipsMETHOD:Preheat oven to 160C.Mix all ingredients into your Kenwood mixer.If the butter is hard, melt the butter then add it to the rest of ingredients and mix well.Roll

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INGREDIENTS:1/3 cup soft butter2/3 cup sugar2 eggs1 3/4 cup plain flour2 3/4 teas Baking Powder1 cup ripe bananas mashed1 teas vanillaMETHOD:Preheat oven to 180C (350F).Grease a 12 cup muffin tin and set aside.In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar.Mix in the eggs.Next add the flour and baking powder alternatively with the bananas and vanilla.Spoon batter into the greased muffin pan and bake for

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INGREDIENTS:2 tbsp oil500g chicken, sliced1 large onion, sliced200g mushrooms, sliced1 ½ tsp paprika1 tsp oregano200g light sour cream50g tomato pasteMETHOD:Heat oil in a large pan and pan fry chicken.Remove the chicken and set aside.Fry the onions and mushrooms for 4-5 minutes then add in the paprika and oregano.Cook a further 1-2 minutes.Add the chicken back into the pan with the sour cream and

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INGREDIENT:1 round lettuce1 cos lettuce1 lge tin red salmon2 carrots2 apples2 cucumbers1/2 red capsicumcapsicum spears lightly cooked3 spring onions or 1/2 Spanish red onion3 hard boiled eggsanchovy filletsDRESSING INGREDIENTS:4oz (tbs) condensed milk1 oz (tbs) mustard1 oz (tbs) vinegarsalt & pepper to tasteMETHOD:Wash and dry lettuce then shred them.Grate carrots and apples.Dice cucumbers.Add

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INGREDIENTS:1.5 kg paw paw (not too ripe)200g pkt preserved ginger1/2 cup lemon juice2 cups sugar, warmedMETHOD:Peel & seed paw paw then chop flesh coarsely.Finely chop ginger.Put paw paw, ginger & lemon juice into a large heavy saucepan or boiler.Cover & bring to the boil.Simmer with the lid on until paw paw is tender, about 7-10 mins.Remove the lid.Add the warmed sugar & stir over a low heat

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INGREDIENTS:500gr sausages2 onions sliced1 tbls curry powder1 lge green apple sliced1/2 cup sultanas60gr butter4 tbls flour2 cups beef stocksalt & pepperMETHOD:Microwave: Prick sausages and place between 2 sheets of paper.Cook on High for 5 mins.Slice thinly.Melt butter and add onion and saute 2 mins on High.Add flour, curry and mix well, gradually add stock and combine thoroughly.Cook 6 - 8

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INGREDIENTS:3 tbls Maggi Chilli sauce3 tbls tomato sauce3 tbls heaped peanut butterSesame seeds to taste.METHOD:Mix together and store in a good sealing jar and store in pantry.(I put mine in the fridge tho.)

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INGREDIENTS:1/2 kg sliced beef1 onion1 small capsicumpepper1 clove garlic1 cup water3 layers of cabbage (leaves)2 carrots1 tbs red wine1/2 - 1 tbls soy sauce2 tbs black beans1 tbls flour1 cup waterMETHOD:Marinate meat in red wine, pepper and soy sauce for 2 hours.Fry garlic in oil then add marinated meat and marinade.When meat is half cooked, put in 2 tbls black beans.Mix 1 tbls flour with 1 cup

Sharon de Bruynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12408800806078636341noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2381813961093605500.post-42914824827201391472009-04-27T09:33:00.003+10:002009-04-27T09:33:01.147+10:00

INGREDIENTS:2 whole chicken breasts1 egg2 tbls oil2 tbls soy saucesalt & pepper1/4 cup honey2 tbls lemon juice1 teas paprikaMETHOD:Wash chicken breasts, remove skin and pat dry.Open out flat by breaking bone at thickest part.Mix all remaining ingredients together in shallow casserole.Add breasts and cover with sauce.Cook on High in microwave for 10-15mins basting chicken occasionally with the

Sharon de Bruynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12408800806078636341noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2381813961093605500.post-74998771372987197912009-04-26T09:26:00.002+10:002009-04-26T09:26:01.634+10:00

INGREDIENTS:1 chicken cut into serving pieces1 pkt French Onion Soup mix1 tin Apricot NectorVegetables of choiceMETHOD:Flour chicken pieces and put into casserole dish.Add soup out of the packet, pour over apricot nector.Add vegetables of choice, carrots, onions etc.Cook for 1 1/2 - 2 hours.Serve with fluffy rice.

Sharon de Bruynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12408800806078636341noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2381813961093605500.post-66609872210785918302009-04-25T09:16:00.002+10:002009-04-25T09:16:00.830+10:00

INGREDIENTS:1 chickenoil1 green/red pepper1 onion440gr can tomato soupspaghettigarlicgrated cheeseMETHOD:Cook chicken, cool and then break into pieces for serving.You may choose to cook the chicken in an electrical frypan on highest heat for a bit and then down lower for 1/2 - 3/4 hr.Salt one side and then the other after turning.To prepare the sauce - fry the sliced capsicum, garlic and

Sharon de Bruynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12408800806078636341noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2381813961093605500.post-33781020092938422042009-04-24T07:55:00.002+10:002009-04-24T07:55:01.085+10:00

INGREDIENTS:1 pkt Cream of Chicken Soup750ml water250ml cold milk1/2 tin carnation evaporated milkpasta shellsMETHOD:Mix soup with water and evaporated milk.Bring to boil stirring constantly.Simmer 5 mins.Add cold milk and heat through but don't boil.Add cooked pasta shells.This is popular with the kids.

Sharon de Bruynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12408800806078636341noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2381813961093605500.post-79647074471131435362009-04-23T08:16:00.002+10:002009-04-23T08:16:01.225+10:00

INGREDIENTS:1 tbls butter1 tbls sugar1 egg2 cups SR flour1 cup cold mashed pumpkinmilkMETHOD:Cream butter and sugar, add beaten egg and pumpkin.Add sifted flour and milk to the right consistency.Bake moderately hot oven 190C for 15 mins.

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INGREDIENTS:1 cup SR flourpinch salt1/4 teas bicarb soda2 tbls sugar1 egg1/2 cup milk with 1 teas vinegar added2 teas melted butterextra butter for fryingMETHOD:Sift flour, salt and soda into a medium bowl.Make a well, add sugar, egg, milk and butter.Stir to make a smooth batter.Put tablespoons of mixture onto slightly greased hot frypan.Add more milk if mixture becomes too thick.Fry both sides.(

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INGREDIENTS:250gr Marie biscuits crushed1/2 cup coconut125gr butter1/2 cup condensed milkMETHOD:Combine crushed biscuit Marie biscuits and coconut.Melt butter, add condensed milk.Mix all ingredients together and press into greased slab tray.Ice with lemon icing and cool in refrigerator.Slice before serving.

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INGREDIENTS:2 pkts Lattice biscuits600ml milk3 tbls cornflour2 tbls sugaryoke of 1 egg30 gr butter1 teas vanillaMETHOD:Cover tray with 1 packet of Lattice biscuits.Mix 3 tbls sugar with egg yolk and a little of the milk.Heat rest of milk and add cornflour mix and blend.When boiling and thickened, take off stove and add butter and vanilla.When cool, spread over biscuits and then top with another

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INGREDIENTS:1 tin evaporated milk chilled3 full teas gelatine3/4 cup sugarJuice of 1 large lemonMETHOD:Dissolve gelatine in 1/2 cup boiling water.Add lemon juice.Beat milk then add sugar, then gelatine mixture.Pour into serving bowl and refrigerate.

Sharon de Bruynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12408800806078636341noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2381813961093605500.post-77392625288156384962009-04-19T07:10:00.002+10:002009-04-19T07:10:02.074+10:00

INGREDIENTS:4 green apples1 cup brown sugar1 cup water125gr butter125gr castor sugar2 eggs2 cups SR flour1/2 cup milk1 teas cinnamonMETHOD:Peel and core apples, and cut into 1/2 inch slices.Cook the apples with the water and brown sugar.Simmer till tender, remove apples, allow to cool.Simmer syrup till reduced by half.Cream butter and castor sugar.Add beaten eggs, then sifted flour and cinnamon

Sharon de Bruynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12408800806078636341noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2381813961093605500.post-41245354932512089272009-04-18T07:34:00.002+10:002009-04-18T07:34:00.809+10:00

INGREDIENTS:1 dess oil500gr mince1 onion chopped2 cloves garlic300gr can kidney beans)480gr can tomato soup ) or Baked beans in sauce instead of kidney beans and tomato soup1 teas chilli powdersaltMETHOD:Fry onion, garlic and minced steak in oil until lightly browned.Add tomato soup, undiluted, chilli powder and salt.simmer gently 10 - 15 mins or until meat is tender.Add undrained beans and heat

Sharon de Bruynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12408800806078636341noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2381813961093605500.post-87524586657935898622009-04-17T16:43:00.001+10:002009-04-17T16:43:00.728+10:00

INGREDIENTS:250gr butter2 cups plain flour1 cup ground rice (or rice flour or cornflour)1 cup icing sugarMETHOD:Mix all together.Roll into a sausage, and cut into 1/4 inch thick slicesCook till golden in a moderate oven 180C.(or alternatively roll into a square and cut into shapes/squares)

Sharon de Bruynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12408800806078636341noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2381813961093605500.post-17334760054137147342009-04-16T10:05:00.001+10:002009-04-16T10:05:00.908+10:00

INGREDIENTS:360gr (12 oz) butter360gr (12 oz) Sr flour120gr (4 oz ) icing sugar120gr (4 oz ) custard powderMETHOD:Cream butter, icing sugar and custard powder.Add flour.Mix and roll into balls and press with fork on greased tray.Bake at 160C in a slow over for 15 - 20 mins.Join two biscuits together with vanilla or strawberry icing.

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INGREDIENTS:1 cup dates1/4 teas salt2 tbls butter1 cup boiling water1 cup brown sugar1/2 teas bicarb soda1 egg beaten2 cups SR flourMETHOD:Boil together : dates, butter, brown sugar, salt and water for 5 mins.Cool slightly.Add egg, flour, bicarb soda and mix well.Place into greased tins and bake in moderate oven 180C for 45 - 60 mins.

Sharon de Bruynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12408800806078636341noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2381813961093605500.post-35624701286976769242009-04-15T16:31:00.002+10:002009-04-15T16:31:01.040+10:00

INGREDIENTS:2 cups SR flour4 eggs3 cups grated carrot1/2 cup milk1 cup melted butter1 cup ground hazelnuts2 cups icing sugarMETHOD:Put all ingredients together and mix well.Put into well greased large cake tin.Bake at 180C for 1 1/2 hours.

Sharon de Bruynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12408800806078636341noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2381813961093605500.post-43300040709360749352009-04-14T11:05:00.002+10:002009-04-14T11:05:01.346+10:00

INGREDIENTS:5 egg whites7 tbls SR flour500gr castor sugar500gr finely chopped almondsMETHOD:Beat egg whites and add castor sugar slowly until fluffy.Add SR flour then fold in finely chopped almonds.Spoon onto greased baking trays and cook in mod oven 180C for 10-15 mins.Let cool before lifting biscuits from tray.

Sharon de Bruynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12408800806078636341noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2381813961093605500.post-57002833205958906682009-04-14T08:15:00.002+10:002009-04-14T08:15:01.691+10:00

INGREDIENTS:3 eggs2 cups sugar1 cup oil1/4 teas baking powder1 teas salt3 teas vanilla1 teas bicarb soda2 cups grated zucchini3 teas cinnamon3 cups Plain flour1 cup chopped walnutsMETHOD:Beat together eggs and salt.Add sugar, vanilla, oil and continue to beat well.Add zucchini, flour, baking powder, soda, cinnamon and walnuts.Bake in 2 loaf pans in a mod oven 180C for 1 hour.

Sharon de Bruynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12408800806078636341noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2381813961093605500.post-54540542748927889882009-04-13T10:34:00.002+10:002009-04-13T10:34:01.885+10:00

INGREDIENTS:1 onion grated1 cup SR flour1/2 cup olive oil5 eggs3 bacon rashers2 carrots or potatoes1 cup grated cheese375gr zucchini gratedMETHOD:Mix all ingredients together.Bake in greased baking dish in a mod oven 180C for 40 mins.

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