These mini meatballs might just become the star of your party. They’re bite-sized and perfect for serving with drinks. IngredientsMEATBALLS1 pound ground beef1 pound ground dark meat turkey1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese2 large eggs, lightly beaten2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper1/4 teaspoon salt BBQ GLAZE1/2 cup ketchup2 tablespoons water1 tablespoon … Read more
I really like to maximize an expensive ingredient like crab and dip a smart and tasty way to do just that. Buy really great quality crab meat so it is front and center in the dish. Ingredients1 tablespoon unsalted butter4 scallions (green and white parts), thinly sliced2 large cloves garlic, mincedkosher salt8 ounces cream cheese … Read more
I have always made potato pancakes with grated potatoes for crisp pancakes, but I’ve also thought about making them with mashed potatoes for creamy ones. Ingredients1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes, unpeeled and 1-inch-dicedKosher salt and freshly ground black pepper2 pounds Idaho baking potatoes, peeled1 large yellow onion2 extra large eggs, lightly beaten1/2 cup panko (Japanese … Read more
Make these vegan wellingtons ahead of time for a less stressed Christmas dinner. Even the meat eaters will love them! Ingredients1 red onion, cut into 8 wedges250g raw beetroot, peeled and cut into small chunks½ butternut squash, peeled and cut into small chunks4 fat garlic cloves, unpeeled6 tbsp olive oil1 tbsp picked thyme leaves, plus … Read more
Looking for a simple side or starter that delivers on taste? Look no further than roast aubergines with yogurt and harissa. It’s vegetarian and gluten free. Ingredients4 aubergines2 tbsp olive oil75g butter1 tbsp shop-bought harissa6 tbsp Greek yogurt1 small garlic clove, crushed1 tbsp chopped coriander1 tsp sesame seeds Method1. Heat the oven to 200C/190C fan/gas … Read more
If you want to impress this festive season, look no further, because this bacon and cheese cob loaf is about to change the Christmas lunch game for good. The maple glaze, the crusty bread, and the ultra-cheesy filling… it’s a serious showstopper. Ingredients 1 tbs olive oil150g short cut bacon rashers, finely chopped1 small brown … Read more
Although we didn’t think it was possible, Australia’s favourite ice-cream – the Golden Gaytime – just got even better because we’ve turned it into a 5-ingredient ice-cream cake! That’s right, we’ve packed everything you love about Gaytime (think caramely, crumbly, crunchy goodness) into an easy dessert you can even make ahead. Ingredients2 x 250g pkt … Read more
Inspired by the famous Eton mess but very Christmassy (and very Aussie), this dessert couldn’t be simpler to make. Whip up some cream and then layer together with store-bought meringue, fresh raspberries, glace cherries and Raffaello truffles. It’s so easy to put together but creates a stunning effect when presented in a trifle bowl. It’s … Read more
This tasty chutney is the perfect accompaniment to leftover turkey, gammon, cheese, or pies. INGREDIENTS450 g Bramley apples, peeled, cored and cut into small chunks225 g eatin apples, peeled, cored and cut into lare chunks225 g red onions, peeled and sliced25 g iner root, peeled and finely choppedpeppercorns225 g ranulated sugar150 ml cider vinegar350 g … Read more
Buttery pastry and packed with flavour, the perfect sustenance to perk you up post-Christmas. INGREDIENTS600 g home-cooked ham600 g boned weiht of chicken thihs, skinned800 ml chicken stock4 tsp. chopped parsley100 g cranberries200 g cooked chestnuts1 onion, peeled and finely chopped1 tbsp. olive oilsalt and freshly ground black pepper4 gelatine leaves200 ml water170 g lard450 … Read more