Recipezaar: New Zealand,Comfort Food recipes

Hershey's Homemade Chocolate Ice Cream

Mon, 14 Aug 2006 21:49:59 -0400

Found this on a hershey's website, havn't tried it yet, but it looks fantastic -- posted by Perfect Pixie

Secret Sauce for Spareribs

Mon, 14 Aug 2006 22:09:25 -0400

This is my uncle Jim's sauce--it's amazing! -- posted by Perfect Pixie

My Egg Filled French Toast

Mon, 14 Aug 2006 22:10:17 -0400

It was my friend's birthday and her mum was making us this in the morning for breakfast. I loved it and asked her how she made it and she told me how simple it was. -- posted by Perfect Pixie

Curried Corn on Toast

Mon, 14 Aug 2006 22:10:25 -0400

Perfect in the morning -- posted by Perfect Pixie

Gilbert Burgers With the Works

Thu, 17 Aug 2006 11:12:46 -0400

Why Gilbert, well that's my name, Why the works, because it has all these different ingredients that match together really well, I have been growing up on these for years, I'm pretty sure it's just how my parents make them. -- posted by Perfect Pixie

Three Bears Porridge

Thu, 17 Aug 2006 11:19:00 -0400

This is what my Mummy called it when we were younger, we refused to eat it without the brown sugar or the name, we thought it was special. I had it before my exams as well--it helped me concentrate and kept me going with lots of energy all the way to lunch -- posted by Perfect Pixie

Cheese Sausage and Pickle Sandwich

Thu, 17 Aug 2006 11:19:59 -0400

My aunty makes these -- posted by Perfect Pixie

Mexican Bagel

Thu, 17 Aug 2006 11:20:05 -0400

I got this out of a womans weekly cookbook, great for an after school snack -- posted by Perfect Pixie

Creamy Dreamy Shake

Thu, 17 Aug 2006 11:22:41 -0400

I love this, very thick and refreshing -- posted by Perfect Pixie

Peanut Butter Pancakes With Peanut Butter Maple Syrup

Thu, 17 Aug 2006 11:28:27 -0400

I am going through a peanut butter stage at the moment and these are just to die for!!! -- posted by Perfect Pixie

Granola

Fri, 18 Aug 2006 14:56:38 -0400

Probally the first one I have found without wheat in it, great! I will be eating a lot more of this!!! -- posted by Perfect Pixie

Mum's Leek and Potato Soup

Thu, 24 Aug 2006 19:50:10 -0400

We had this once every two weeks in New Zealand. It is really nice. Scene as we were kids and loved it, I'm sure yours will to. Mum calls it Vichyssoise, but we prefer the name I gave it, so much easier -- posted by Perfect Pixie

Curried Salmon and Rice Slice

Thu, 24 Aug 2006 19:52:27 -0400

This is very very good, my aunty's recipe--we love this in my house. This may seem like a lot of ingredients, but it is too good to miss out on. -- posted by Perfect Pixie

Fail Safe Sponge

Thu, 24 Aug 2006 19:55:18 -0400

Mum's recipe, decorate how you want -- posted by Perfect Pixie

Crunchy Salmon Fingers

Sun, 27 Aug 2006 16:22:09 -0400

Just saw this in a Asda magazine, they look great -- posted by Perfect Pixie

Chocolate Lovers Waffles

Mon, 28 Aug 2006 14:01:18 -0400

Whenever i go to my friend sophies house we have these every morning with a bowl of cereal -- posted by Perfect Pixie

Baked Potato

Mon, 28 Aug 2006 14:17:31 -0400

On a Wednesday night at school there is always a baked potato with the options of toppings. -- posted by Perfect Pixie

Peanut Butter & Jelly Bars

Mon, 28 Aug 2006 18:12:48 -0400

I get such cravings for peanut butter, i'm so glad you are meant to have 1 tbsp a day to naturally loose weight because i do just that. these are great alternatives to the sandwich -- posted by Perfect Pixie

Peanut Butter Oreos

Mon, 28 Aug 2006 22:19:59 -0400

I saw this on a childhood movie of mine, "The Parent Trap", i thought it looked disgusting, but knowing me had to try it and boy do they know good food!!!LOL -- posted by Perfect Pixie

Peanut Butter and Chocolate Swirl

Mon, 11 Sep 2006 19:41:43 -0400

I got a recipe book for my birthday and this was in it(the only reason my mum brought me the book!). it is really nice, great for gifts and snacking -- posted by Perfect Pixie

Best on Bacon

Wed, 13 Sep 2006 16:19:51 -0400

This is how we eat our bacon in our family -- posted by Perfect Pixie

New Zealand High Country Sheep Station Roast Lamb

Wed, 13 Sep 2006 20:24:59 -0400

This is the recipe that was used on the New Zealand high country sheep station I spent my early years growing up on. It's simple in the extreme. Kiwi's generally don't like their meat with any red still showing, so if you like your meat still walking this is not one for you :) It was preferred to make rich gravy's, homemade mint sauces etc to serve with this. If cooking mutton (tougher but lots cheaper) instead of lamb, start the same but cook at least 30-60 minutes longer at slightly lower temp again when turning down the temperature. Long and slow is the key, Enjoy! -- posted by kiwidutch

Hot Prunes and Custard

Sun, 24 Sep 2006 21:20:16 -0400

I have been having a prune fetish at the moment and my mum told me of one of the puddings her mum used to make her and all her sisters when they were growing up, it is cheap and very nutritious -- posted by Perfect Pixie

Bangers and Mash (England)

Mon, 25 Sep 2006 15:57:42 -0400

This is a favourite in my family, very English (I know we are Kiwi, but we still love it) -- posted by Perfect Pixie

Quick and Easy Fibre Breakfast

Tue, 26 Sep 2006 13:59:51 -0400

I have found at school I don't get enough fibre so now i have this every morning to help me get enough a day, it tastes really nice as well, even add a few chopped walnuts for extra taste -- posted by Perfect Pixie

Carrot & Pecan Cake

Wed, 27 Sep 2006 18:32:07 -0400

This recipe is from Diabetes Cookbook (DK books) in conjunction with Diabetes Australia. Its rated intermediate on the GI index. -- posted by jenny butt

Peaches or Pears and Rice

Mon, 02 Oct 2006 19:19:45 -0400

This is a classic cheap puddin we grew up on, it also works well with pears in syrup -- posted by Perfect Pixie

Peaches or Pears and Custard

Mon, 02 Oct 2006 19:20:05 -0400

This is another cheap pudding we grew up on. -- posted by Perfect Pixie

School Invented Sauce

Sun, 08 Oct 2006 21:31:08 -0400

I go to boarding school and we have some odd combinations there, but one of my favourites is this sauce we mix on our plates and serve with hot chips, it does look really nasty however, but it tastes great -- posted by Perfect Pixie

Simple Smoked Salmon Chowder (Gluten Free)

Sun, 08 Oct 2006 21:31:42 -0400

i got this out of a Quick Fixes magazine. I have tried it and I really enjoyed it--just don't overcook the salmon as it can ruin the taste. -- posted by Perfect Pixie

10 Minute Pudding

Tue, 10 Oct 2006 16:09:59 -0400

Very smiple, very quick, very good -- posted by Perfect Pixie

Homemade Grape Nuts Cereal

Sun, 15 Oct 2006 22:35:26 -0400

I see loads of recipes for Grape Nuts Cereal and I can't find it here in local supermarkets, so I found this on the internet and used it myself for another recipe and it turned out very well -- posted by Perfect Pixie

Wholemeal Fruit Yoghurt Scones

Thu, 19 Oct 2006 17:42:40 -0400

This is an Edmonds Cookbook recipe (New Zealand woman's cooking bible) that I have modified slightly. You can use any type of fruit yoghurt, although stuff with a lot of pips wouldn't be good. Please note that these will not rise as high as regular scones (probably due to the yoghurt & wholemeal flour). -- posted by LilKiwiChicken

Orange Almond Cake (Gluten Free)

Fri, 20 Oct 2006 20:41:25 -0400

I have tried many citrus cakes and finally found one that is awesome in texture and flavour. This is the most amazing,simple, foolproof cake. I have made it many, many times, and it has never failed. Sometimes I use lemons, or limes and weigh them to ensure they equal the orange volume/weights. I used it as a gluten free option at our daughters wedding along with her wedding cake. ENJOY!!! Kiwi Trish -- posted by Chef #365550

Brown Rice Pizza Wheat Free Recipe

Mon, 23 Oct 2006 21:05:46 -0400

This is a rather odd recipe I got of fitnessandfreebies.com. I thought it tasted pretty good, it's a new tiwst on the old favourite and low gi -- posted by Perfect Pixie

Wild Berry Rice for Rice Cooker

Fri, 10 Nov 2006 00:34:13 -0500

This recipe was in my Kambrook rice cooker cookbook. Please note that the recipe is in metric cups (250ml) and not rice cooker cups. -- posted by Jewelies

Simple Nachos

Mon, 13 Nov 2006 16:09:00 -0500

At boarding school we have to make do with what we can buy down at the local supermarket, this has become a favourite of ours, I also made it last night for my brother and his friends who were up for his 21st and they all comented on it. all ingredients are approx -- posted by Perfect Pixie

Pineapple Chicken

Sat, 18 Nov 2006 23:24:32 -0500

This was on the back of a packet of 'Maggi Onion Soup'. Wanted to post it here so I can add it to my public cookbook of ways to use a packet of Maggi Onion Soup. -- posted by Jewelies

New Zealand Curried Sausages

Fri, 24 Nov 2006 21:39:58 -0500

Another recipe sent to me by a New Zealand friend. This recipe tastes great the next day so make sure you make plenty. Use either a mix of coriander and cumin or just use curry powder. You may like to add several scrubbed and chopped potatoes or kumara (sweet potatoe) to the recipe, do this when adding the onions. Fruit type chutney is nice added too. -- posted by Jewelies

New Zealand Meatloaf

Fri, 24 Nov 2006 21:45:07 -0500

A Kiwi friend emailed me this recipe. It can be served either with the sauce mentioned in the recipe or with Recipe #197432. -- posted by Jewelies

Onion Marmalade for New Zealand Meatloaf

Fri, 24 Nov 2006 21:45:54 -0500

Can be served instead of the sauce over Recipe #197431. -- posted by Jewelies

Chicken Nuggets

Sun, 26 Nov 2006 10:46:02 -0500

This is a recipe that I jotted down years ago. Not sure where it came from but sounded like something my girls would like. -- posted by Jewelies

My Famous Outrageous Brownies

Fri, 29 Dec 2006 23:56:02 -0500

These are probably the best brownies I have ever eaten, I got it out of a recipe book when I made my ice cream sandwiches and had left over brownie. I started munching it and so did my brother. We were fighting over who got the last piece. LOL. You won't be disappointed. -- posted by Perfect Pixie

Homemade Ice Cream Sandwiches

Fri, 29 Dec 2006 23:56:48 -0500

I got ice cream sandwich moulds for christmas and also lots of recipe books, I used the sandwich moulds with this recipe out of the book and with neopolitan ice cream..so yummy!!! -- posted by Perfect Pixie

Simple Rosemary Lamb Chops

Sat, 30 Dec 2006 21:24:02 -0500

The simplest of treatments often brings out the best of flavours. Do these in the fry pan or on a BBQ. We like our lamb chops cooked though rather than pink... and we often use more olive oil than stated because then the fat around the edge of the chops caramalises and gets lovely and crispy. Cooking time is approximate because it really depends on how rare to well done you prefer your meat and how thick your chops are. *DO* pick these up and eat them with your fingers. Guests thought we were mad but after trying them, sticky fingers all around the table were diving into the serving dish for more! I have some small hand towels that I dampen slightly and wrap well in cling film before everyone arrives. Put them in the microwave for a minute or so, hand them out to guests to clean their hands on afterwards, but be careful, there will be a lot of steam as the first bit of cling film comes off, but it's a classy cleanup and guest will be impressed :) ZWT REGION: New Zealand. -- posted by kiwidutch

Cottage Cheese and Tomato on Toast

Wed, 03 Jan 2007 20:07:34 -0500

This is a healthy breakfast, or whatever meal you like. Really yummy. -- posted by Perfect Pixie

Baked Rice Custard

Fri, 05 Jan 2007 13:57:28 -0500

We were at a friends last night and my mum was saying how she longs for the recipe books we left in New Zealand. Our friend happened to have some and mum was speechless, this recipe is one mum used to make and i LOVE it to pieces. i am posting it so i have it for when we give the book back. it's from a Australian womans weekly. these recipes never fail -- posted by Perfect Pixie

Zabaglione

Fri, 05 Jan 2007 13:59:48 -0500

This is another recipe from the australian womans weekly, Mum said she used to make this and raves about it. mum served it on its own, but it says you can have it on its own, with fruit or with sponge fingers. -- posted by Perfect Pixie

Crunchy Potato Wedges

Sun, 07 Jan 2007 21:26:43 -0500

Crunch Potato Wedges tossed in rosemary. Potatoes are found in the mid-west US region. -- posted by Jewelies

Pesto and Lemon Gnocchi

Sun, 07 Jan 2007 22:04:05 -0500

From Australian Family Circle. An Australian cup is 250ml and a tablespoon is 20ml. -- posted by Jewelies

Indonesian Roast Lamb

Mon, 08 Jan 2007 16:05:26 -0500

Preparation time does not allow for time to marinate. -- posted by Jewelies

Pizza Jaffle

Sun, 28 Jan 2007 17:07:01 -0500

In Australia toasted sandwiches with sealed edges are called jaffles and sandwich toasters makers, which are now electric, are called jaffle irons. These are named after the original jaffle iron, which was a long-handled hinged iron implement for toasting sandwiches in a campfire. -- posted by Jewelies

Tuna and Corn Jaffles

Sun, 28 Jan 2007 23:12:55 -0500

Cardamom Honey Roasted Chicken

Mon, 29 Jan 2007 21:11:47 -0500

The original recipe is courtesy of BeesOnline located just outside of Auckland. The original was good but this is a little more amplified in flavor. The results are an amazing combination of sweet and spiciness that permeates the kitchen during roasting and your palette as you enjoy your meal. Preparation includes 30 minutes to marinate the chicken, actual working time is really quite short and easy. -- posted by justcallmetoni

Stewed Apples With Custard

Sat, 24 Feb 2007 21:26:53 -0500

This is so simple, have your custard hot or cold -- posted by Perfect Pixie

Quick Chicken and Corn Soup

Wed, 28 Feb 2007 22:47:36 -0500

This is great to freeze. -- posted by Jewelies

Peanut Brownies

Sun, 18 Mar 2007 17:15:45 -0400

peanut brownies are my all time favourite and these are just the best. Out of Edmonds cookbook -- posted by Perfect Pixie

French Toast (Or Eggy Bread)

Sun, 18 Mar 2007 23:25:16 -0400

I made this for Mummy on mothers day and she was in heaven, she loved this so much, she said it was light and kept complementing me. Daddy tried it and liked it as well. Out of Womans Weekly cookbook. very appealing to young children -- posted by Perfect Pixie

Avocado, Ham and Cheese Melt

Thu, 29 Mar 2007 21:16:48 -0400

I was home alone and made this... -- posted by Perfect Pixie

Pork Chops in Orange Sauce

Fri, 20 Apr 2007 11:30:47 -0400

This is definately comfort food!! The pork is almost casseroled. It is a delicious sweet and tangy recipe that my family LOVES! -- posted by *christie

Sesame Meatball Stir-Fry

Mon, 23 Apr 2007 15:30:40 -0400

Found this recipe when I was at the hairdressers! -- posted by Jewelies

Barbecue Kiwi Lamb Kebabs - Skewers

Sun, 27 May 2007 23:52:54 -0400

New Zealand's most famous export - meltingly tender lamb, I love New Zealand Lamb and this recipe makes the most of it by cooking it over coals, with an oriental twist! Also contains that ubiquitous fruit of New Zealand, the Kiwifruit! Perfect tucker for your next barbie - don't forget the chilled beer and wine! (Works very well with frozen lamb.) -- posted by French Tart

Braised Lamb Shanks With Chilli Dumplings

Wed, 30 May 2007 22:43:17 -0400

I found this in a Better Homes and Gardens magazine and I'm storing it here to make at a later date. One cup is 250ml and an Australian tablespoon is 20ml. -- posted by Jewelies

Auntie Heather's Awesome Picked Beetroot / Beets

Sun, 03 Jun 2007 22:38:02 -0400

My Auntie Heather in New Zealand, has been making this recipe for as long as I can remember and people have been demanding the recipe for that long too... Now it was my turn to request this treasure, because it's my most favourite beet / beetroot recipe ever. The SECRET of this recipe is simple and is the "cup for cup" rule, so for every cup of the boiled beetroot juice used, you *must* use one cup each of the sugar and vinegar. I have given the recipe for 1 cup of beet juice and depending entirely on how big a quantity you are doing at a time, you will need to increase accordingly on a per cup basis. Yield/serve size is therefore variable. How easily magic is made! There are other recipes with added extra's but this one relies on the full taste of the beetroot juice and never needs to need anything else. I searched all 20+ pages of beet / beetroot and didn't find one exactly like this. Good for salads etc but beetroot lovers have permission to just take a fork and eat a whole jar. Thanks Aunty Heather! ZWT REGION: New Zealand. -- posted by kiwidutch

Fluffy Apple Pudding

Sun, 03 Jun 2007 23:31:13 -0400

Mum is not sure where she got this recipe, although she and my aunty are certain it was from their aunty may. This is such a yummy pudding. You really need a mixer such as a kitchen aid for perfect results, but hand mixing is fine. This is excellent re-heated -- posted by Perfect Pixie

Shrimp Stir-Fry

Mon, 04 Jun 2007 20:30:54 -0400

I addapted this out of a children's cookbook. Everyone loved it so much that I have to make it once a week now, lol. You can just serve it with boil in the bag rice which is what the original recipe suggests. -- posted by Perfect Pixie

Grilled Potatoes With Garlic

Sat, 16 Jun 2007 09:20:03 -0400

Crunchy potatoes first cooked in the oven and then toasted under a grill (broiled). -- posted by Jewelies

White Chocolate and Raspberry Self-Saucing Pudding

Sat, 16 Jun 2007 09:43:23 -0400

This is a recipe from Super Food Ideas. -- posted by Jewelies

Balinese Lamb Chops

Wed, 20 Jun 2007 21:21:30 -0400

This is from Super Food Ideas. This is nice served with noodles and baby bok choy. -- posted by Jewelies

Decadent Hot Chocolate

Mon, 09 Jul 2007 23:54:22 -0400

It was a cold blustery wet day when I saw this in my local paper and I thought "I just have to make some to cheer me up" :) I am so glad I did. You can if you like add a strip of orange peel to the milk as it heats or dissolve the sugar in some strong coffee instead of water for a change. Also you can add some liqueur to the milk just before serving. You can also use soy milk or almond milk for those that are lactose intolerant. To be even more decadent top with a teaspoon of whipped cream when serving. Enjoy....I know I did :) -- posted by Jen T

Chicken Crispy Bake

Sun, 29 Jul 2007 16:27:10 -0400

Can be eating this in 30 minutes. Perfect served with peas and corn or a salad. You could even add the peas and corn to the dish. We used a store brought allready rotisserie chicken -- posted by Perfect Pixie

Butterscotch Pudding

Thu, 16 Aug 2007 15:54:10 -0400

I found this recipe in 'Joan Bishop's New Zealand Crockpot and Slow Cooker Cookbook'. This dessert is more like a baked pudding than a steamed one. It has a rich butterscotch sauce and is a good family pudding or to serve guests, especially in winter. It's also very easy to prepare. Definitely comfort food best served with vanilla ice cream or fresh cream. The author says to sit the pudding basin on a trivet in the slow cooker. If you don't have one of these she suggests using a metal jam lid or a metal biscuit cutter. -- posted by Sazza

Curried Pumpkin Soup

Sun, 19 Aug 2007 18:48:31 -0400

This recipe came from 'Joan Bishops's New Zealand Crockpot and Slow Cooker Cookbook'. It is very easy and not as high in fat as some pumpkin soups, but doesn't lose any of that great flavour. The author suggests cooking on high for 5-7 hours. -- posted by Sazza

High Country Pie

Mon, 01 Oct 2007 23:27:13 -0400

I spent an day looking after a family members home while workmen were there to install a new security entranceway (they are away on holiday) so to keep me busy I decided to go through their cookbooks looking for some recipes to post on 'zaar. -- posted by Jewelies

Beef Casserole

Mon, 01 Oct 2007 23:27:54 -0400

Slow Cooked Beef in Red Wine

Tue, 02 Oct 2007 16:39:53 -0400

Lamb Shanks in Olive Infused Tomato Sauce

Tue, 02 Oct 2007 22:44:29 -0400

I spent a day looking after a family members home while workmen were there to install a new security entrance (they are away on holiday) so to keep me busy I decided to go through their cookbooks looking for some recipes to post on 'zaar. -- posted by Jewelies

Braised Lamb Shanks

Tue, 02 Oct 2007 22:45:50 -0400

Beef Casserole With Spice

Wed, 03 Oct 2007 23:51:12 -0400

Cheesy Spaghetti With Bacon and Peas

Fri, 30 Nov 2007 15:54:56 -0500

Based on a recipe in Delicious magazine. -- posted by Jewelies

Slow-Cooked Soy Chicken

Fri, 30 Nov 2007 15:55:41 -0500

I found this on a New Zealand site. -- posted by Jewelies

Chicken Bake Mediterranean Style

Fri, 30 Nov 2007 17:57:10 -0500

This is from Australian Good Taste. -- posted by Jewelies

Braised Lamb Chops

Fri, 30 Nov 2007 18:26:42 -0500

This is a Huey recipe. -- posted by Jewelies

Clay Pot Swiss Chicken and Mushrooms

Mon, 07 Jan 2008 23:12:33 -0500

We had this the other night for dinner and enjoyed it a lot. Served this over rice. -- posted by Jewelies

Nanas Mutton Shank Casserole

Fri, 30 May 2008 17:13:11 -0400

Mrs E.M. Cullotys Award Winning Recipe. Nana regularly served this to me 30 years ago. It tastes fantastic and Im so pleased that she wrote the recipe down. -- posted by Puckles

Tempura Prawns

Tue, 03 Jun 2008 00:08:25 -0400

These are good if you are having friends over for a drink.. Best cooked straight away. They are great served with sweet chili sauce, or a garlic sauce. Are great for a main meal. -- posted by Aussie_Ang

Bran Date Muffins from Linette at Plum Tree Cottage

Thu, 14 Aug 2008 14:11:11 -0400

Linette of New Zealand's alpine geothermal town of Hanmer Springs makes the very best Bran Date Muffins.... we swapped some recipes and I have made these for all our Hanmer visitors to rave reviews. If you don't wish to make 20-24 muffins then this mix can be used to make 12 muffins and 1 small loaf. Sultanas can be mixed into the date amount if preferred. Mixture can be made up to 2 days in advance and covered. refridgerated until use. Thanks Linette! -- posted by kiwidutch

Butterscotch Self-Saucing Pudding

Tue, 02 Sep 2008 01:45:36 -0400

We made this today as a treat after Sunday lunch and everyone loved it. Served with homemade icecream and my personal favourite, cream! This recipe is posted in Australian measurements so 1 tablespoons equals 20ml (or 4 teaspoons). -- posted by Jewelies

My Best Chicken and Vege Soup!!

Wed, 08 Oct 2008 23:20:22 -0400

I love soups & this one takes the cake! It's easy, comforting and healthy. I usually chuck in whatever is in the fridge, so below is just an estimate. You may well want to change quantities depending on your preferences. Make sure to use a good quality stock or make it yourself. -- posted by Mellowpuff

Emz Fantastic Felafel

Wed, 10 Dec 2008 20:12:26 -0500

Delicious chickpea patties or balls, great served in a pocket bread with "Emz Lovely Lemon Tahini Sauce" and heaped with a salad. -- posted by tizzylish delish

Emz Lovely Lemon Tahini Sauce

Wed, 10 Dec 2008 20:15:26 -0500

This as such a yummy recipie, really quick and easy to prepare. Adjust the spice quantities to suit individual tastes. Great served with "Emz Fantastic Felafels", but is also delish with sauteed vegetables (especially egg plant). Another possibility is to increase the ratio of yoghurt to tahini paste and use as a hearty salad dressing. -- posted by tizzylish delish

Emz Chocolate Wizz Cake

Wed, 10 Dec 2008 20:23:19 -0500

A very yummy, moist, rich, chocolate cake. A favourate with my family and friends. Convenient and easy to make always comes out perfect and some ingredient amounts can be altered to suit tasted. nuts and or chocolate chips can also be added if desired. Enjoy!! ;o) -- posted by tizzylish delish

Emz Crunchy Chicken Casserole

Wed, 10 Dec 2008 20:28:32 -0500

Awsome chicken meal, tastes a bit like a classic roast chicken meal with stuffing and gravy, without all the mess and fuss! easy and very yummy, a must try! can be refrigerated until required (overnight if desired) and then baked to heat. -- posted by tizzylish delish

Drop Dead Gorgeous - Garlic Studded Roast Leg of Lamb

Sun, 11 Jan 2009 20:56:14 -0500

This is the name my daughter came up with when I served this roast leg of lamb for Boxing Day this Christmas holiday! We love roast leg of lamb and this was a variation on my normal way of roasting it. I would have studded the leg with fresh rosemary as well as garlic, but I could not find it under the snow and heavy frost, another time! I am spoilt for choice with fresh lamb in France (and when I go home to the UK), but when I cannot get hold of fresh local lamb, I buy frozen New Zealand or Australian leg of lamb - which is always excellent. One tip I would like to share is ALWAYS allow the meat to rest for at least 10 minutes before carving - it allows all the juices to run back into the lamb and makes it moist, tender and easier to carve. Serve the slices of meat on hot dinner plates with lashings of piping hot gravy and you're done! Roast leg of lamb will go nicely with roast, mashed of gratin potatoes and a medley of fresh seasonal vegetables, especially green beans. Save the roasting juices to make your gravy - allowing them to cool slightly before skimming off the fat that will rise to the surface. This would be an ideal meal for Mother's Day and Easter - Spring lamb is delectable if you can get hold of it fresh. -- posted by French Tart

Anzac Cookies

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 17:53:06 -0500

These iconic cookies were originally made to send to the ANZACs (Australian and New Zealand Army Corps) serving in Gallipoli. ANZAC Day-25 April-is probably Australia's most important national occasion. It marks the anniversary of the first major military action fought by Australian and New Zealand forces during the First World War. ANZAC stands for Australian and New Zealand Army Corps. -- posted by English_Rose

Pavlova With Whipped Cream and Fresh Fruit

Sun, 08 Mar 2009 01:33:56 -0500

Pavlova is a traditional to Australians and New Zealanders that was apparently created in honour of the ballerina Anna Pavlova, when she toured in those parts. It is basically a delicate mountain of whipped meringue. After being baked under low heat, the outside shell gets crunchy, the top gets browned, but the inside stays chewy and soft - like creamy fresh marshmallow. It then gets piled high with softly whipped cream and fresh fruit. The result is dreamy, with the consistency of a cream-smothered cloud. -- posted by Chef #1008075

Shepherd's Pie

Tue, 05 May 2009 17:16:57 -0400

This is from Cook's Illustrated folks, who tinker to death every aspect of a recipe. Altho I haven't tried it yet, I wouldn't change a thing. On second thought, maybe leave out any extra salt, but that's just for me personally given sodium restrictions. Low-sodium broth seems to have plenty on its own. -- posted by Debbie R.

Curried Pumpkin, Kumera and Bacon Soup

Sat, 09 May 2009 00:12:27 -0400

Posted for ZWT. A recipe from NZ chef Alison Holst which we've made several times and loved. Kumera is the Maori word for sweet potato -- posted by Helen Hes

To Die for Coconut Pie! (New Zealand)

Sun, 02 Aug 2009 10:37:26 -0400

There doesn't seem to be anything similar on Zaar yet, so this had to be posted!! This is a wonderful, versatile 'pie'. I serve it cold with thick yoghurt and passionfruit pulp, however others like it warm with ice-cream. It's totally up to you. If you like a very moist cake with a tang, then you'll love this - it's to die for!! Note: My mum uses milk and coconut extract instead of coconut milk, so that could be an option. -- posted by Mellowpuff

Creamy Tomato Cauliflower Pasta

Sun, 09 Aug 2009 21:49:19 -0400

Califlower cooked in tomato puree with garlic, chilli and cream and mixed with sea shell pasta. -- posted by Chef Nonions