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• The Cutest Reindeer Caramel Fudge
  on Dec 20, 2016 in Desserts Recipes Snacks Sweets/Lollies Thermomix Christmas Christmas Cooking
  Christmas is almost upon us again! I'm busy making last minute treats for neighbours. So, I thought I would share this Reindeer Caramel Fudge. I saw the cute packaging idea on a Thermomix sharing forum and I couldn't wait to make my own reindeers. Is...
• Thermomix Baba Ganoush Dip
  on Dec 6, 2016 in Basic Recipes Dips Recipes Thermomix Vego/Vegan Vegan Vego
  Thank you to everyone who watched me make a Thermomix Baba Ganoush dip. This was my first facebook live recipe presentation.  I absolutely loved reading the comments and getting all the thumbs up! If you are making the recipe and would like to see t...
• Gingerbread Cake - A Festive Treat
  on Dec 5, 2016 in Cakes/Cupcakes Recipes Snacks Thermomix Christmas Christmas Cooking
  I've been a little bit slow to get into the Christmas spirit this year. Usually, I'm in full swing making Christmas gifts from my kitchen but this year I was in a bit of a funk. I wanted to make something different! Then it hit me! When I was a kid w...
• Thugs Kitchen 101 - Fast as Fuck!
  on Dec 1, 2016 in Book Reviews General Book Review
  Wow! Now if that title hasn't caught your attention then I don't know what will! Thugs Kitchen has just released a new cookbook "Thugs Kitchen 101 - Fast as Fuck". I think it's safe to say this is not your average cookbook. This is the second book Th...
• A Mexican Food Fiesta!
  on Sep 4, 2016 in International Recipes International Travel Stories Main Meals Mexican Mexico Recipes
  I can't believe it's been just over a year since I returned from Mexico! Time really does fly. Lately I've been really missing the all the delicious Mexican food. I've shared quite a lot of stories about our travels in Mexico but today I wanted to do...
• Tips for Getting Flight Upgrades
  on Aug 26, 2016 in Cheap Flights General Flights Upgrades
  Today I want to share my tips for getting flight upgrades with readers. Once upon a time I would "reasonably" frequently get bumped up to business class. I knew the joy of stretching out with a comfy pillow. There would be a feeling pampered anticipa...
• Malted Milo Cookies with Choc Chips
  on Aug 21, 2016 in Cookies/Macaron/Slices Recipes Thermomix Chocolate
  I've been feeling a little ho-hum about my cookie options lately, you could say I've been in a "cookie rut". So I decided to mix things up a little with these Malted Milo Cookies. I love crunchy cookies that have too much flavour! With those factors...
• Kid Friendly Thermomix Mexican Chili Nachos
  on Aug 19, 2016 in Entree & Starters International Recipes Main Meals Mexican Picnic Food Recipes Snacks Thermomix Uncategorized chili nachos
  The other day I asked child number 4 what he wanted for dinner.  He answered with Mexican Chili Nachos. I don't often ask the children for dinner requests because I dread the answer. After having five children I hate spaghetti Bolognese with a pass...
• Kids LOVE Crazy Pastry Hotdogs
  on Aug 17, 2016 in Picnic Food Recipes Snacks Childrens Parties Fun Kids Stuff Kids Cooking
  Do you get stuck for after school snack ideas for the kids? I do! I don't like to give them chips or cookies because they have no nutritional value. These pastry hotdogs may not be as healthy as an apple but the kids love them. Happily the hotdogs ar...
• Quickest Ever Homemade Indian Chapati Bread
  on Aug 14, 2016 in Basic Recipes Dough/Bread Indian International Recipes Recipes Thermomix Vego/Vegan
  Today I'm sharing a super quick recipe for homemade chapati bread. Chapati is an Indian flatbread which is commonly eaten with most meals in an Indian household. I think of the Indian chapati like the Mexican corn tortilla.  The bread is made in hom...
• Bully BBQ - American Style Barbecue Class
  on Aug 12, 2016 in American Cooking Classes Gourmet Activities American themed Texas BBQ
  I can't get enough of American style barbecue. A few years ago I judged a Barbecue contest in Port Macquarie and since that event I have been absolutely infatuated with the flavours. My love of smoked, slow cooked barbecue meats is so intense that I...
• Indian Lamb Keema Matar Recipe
  on Aug 8, 2016 in Indian International Recipes Main Meals Recipes Thermomix
  Keema Matar means minced meat and peas.  It may sound pretty ordinary but this dish is so much more. It's absolutely delicious! The mince comes alive with the Indian spices. Best of all it takes less than 30 minutes to prepare. I have chosen to make...
• What is Niter Kibbeh?
  on Aug 5, 2016 in Basic Recipes Recipes African Food
  What is niter kibbeh? I first discovered this amazing secret ingredient whilst dining in an African Restaurant in Coffs Harbour. The chef is a fabulous man, he introduced me niter kibbeh. Joel actually sent me home from that meal with a takeaway co...
• German Apple Streusel Slice
  on Aug 1, 2016 in Cakes/Cupcakes Cookies/Macaron/Slices Desserts Recipes Snacks Thermomix Apple
  Today I want to share a recipe for a German Apple Streusel Slice. I think everyone has probably tried this dessert before. It's one of those homely, old fashioned sweets that tends to brings back warm memories. The slice consists of three layers. The...
• Milko Chews Vanilla Fudge
  on Jul 27, 2016 in Cookies/Macaron/Slices Desserts Recipes Snacks Sweets/Lollies Thermomix
  Do you remember a sweet from Allens called Milko Chews, or Milko sticks? They were always kept on the corner store counter near the redskins. I've just made a Vanilla fudge that tastes almost exactly like a milko! This fudge has the same milky, sweet...
• Vegan Indian Dahl - Tasty Comfort Food
  on Jul 25, 2016 in Indian International Recipes Main Meals Recipes Side Dishes Thermomix Vego/Vegan Vegan Vego
  Did you know I was a vegetarian for ten years? I've mention this from time to time on the blog. During this period I enjoyed many bowls of the vegetarian classic, Indian Dahl. Dahl is one of my favourite healthy Indian dishes. It's a really simple di...
• Rustic Melted Brie Cobb with Fig Jam
  on Jul 22, 2016 in Dips Dough/Bread Entree & Starters Picnic Food Recipes Vego/Vegan Cheese Picnics
  Today's recipe is definitely not a delicate affair! My rustic melted Brie Cobb is a no holds barred, dig in type of dish.  The idea for this dish came from a few different sources. I have previously made a pastry encrusted Baked Camembert, a Cheese...
• Homemade Ricotta Cheese
  on Jul 20, 2016 in Basic Recipes Recipes Thermomix Cheese Cheesemaking
  I love to make homemade ricotta cheese. Not only is homemade so much nicer than store bought ricotta, I also feel a great sense of satisfaction from turning milk into cheese. It feels like kitchen magic, when the milk congeals to form a raft of beaut...
• Lemon & Poppy Seed Mug Cake
  on Jul 15, 2016 in Brunch Cakes/Cupcakes Desserts Recipes Thermomix Vego/Vegan Cakes GF Gluten Free lemon Vegan
  During the colder months I tend to crave something sweet of an evening. Typically though, by the time I've put the kids to bed I'm all out of energy. This's where a quick, individual serve, dessert recipe like this Lemon & Poppy Seed Mug Cake com...
• Smokey Pulled Mexican Chicken
  on Jul 12, 2016 in International Recipes Main Meals Mexican Recipes Slow Cooked Thermomix chicken Slow Cooker
  I think I may have mentioned previously that I'm a lazy cook. I like maximum flavour and versatility in a dish, with the minimum effort. That's where this Smokey Pulled Mexican Chicken dish comes in very handy. It takes no effort at all to make.  I...