The Face of Flavour

decadent chocolate and peppermint creams

These little bundles of deliciousness are amazing. They are 2 for 1 and loaded with guilt. I’ll be making these … Continue Reading decadent chocolate and peppermint creams

braised chicken thighs with winter vegetables

This is not a Donna Hay recipe. I thought I’d branch out and try something from Martha Stewart’s Food Magazine. … Continue Reading braised chicken thighs with winter vegetables

fast, fresh, simple

For Chistmas I received the new Donna Hay cookbook fast, fresh, simple and I can’t wait to get started. A … Continue Reading fast, fresh, simple

Tastes of New Year

Just whipped up a couple of batches of simple syrups. Cinnamon, rose water and lavender. It’s super easy and works … Continue Reading Tastes of New Year

white bean dip

A healthy easy dip for mid week functions. I added the lemon and cumin, it wonderful. recipe 1 x 400g … Continue Reading white bean dip

bacon, onion and cheese loaf

This is super easy to make and makes the whole house smell delicious. This is a perfect side or appetizer. … Continue Reading bacon, onion and cheese loaf

chilli and lemongrass chicken

This is intended for an appy but I turned it into a main by adding whole wheat wraps. It’s very … Continue Reading chilli and lemongrass chicken

preserved lemon, tuna and bean salad

This is perfect for lunch. I prepare the night before and it keeps it’s flavour and consistency. recipe 400g can … Continue Reading preserved lemon, tuna and bean salad

white wine chicken with baby leeks and green olive dressing

Delicious. Nice and light, flavourful and a must try. I love cooking with leeks, they have great consistency and are … Continue Reading white wine chicken with baby leeks and green olive dressing

char-grilled asparagus salad

This is light, fresh and fabulous. Serve as a side for a BBQ. Lovely recipe 400g (140z) asparagus, trimmed 80g … Continue Reading char-grilled asparagus salad

Mint and avocado couscous salad

recipe Place 1 cup (200g) couscous into a small heatproof bowl. Pour over 1 1/4 cups (310ml) hot chicken or … Continue Reading Mint and avocado couscous salad

This is a great easy dish for a midweek dinner and can easily be turned into a veggie option. Perfect for lunchtime leftovers. recipe 2½ tablespoons butter 1 clove garlic, crushed 2 teaspoons thyme leaves 750g mixed mushrooms, large ones … Continue Reading mushroom ragu pappardelle

lemon, thyme and white wine chicken

Back from a month vacation and needed a Donna fix. This was easy to make, great for entertaining but I feel like I was missing something. Will need to try it again recipe 8 chicken thigh fillets, skin on and … Continue Reading lemon, thyme and white wine chicken

lemongrass beef

I made this the night before and served it as lunch. It’s fresh and super easy. recipe 2 teaspoons vegetable oil 1 lemongrass stalk, finely chopped 1 clove garlic, crushed 400g beef mince 2 tablespoons lime juice 2 tablespoons caster … Continue Reading lemongrass beef

spaghetti bolognese

This is 100% perfect comfort food. recipe 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 brown onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1kg beef mince ⅓ cup (90g) tomato paste 2 x 400 g cans chopped tomatoes 2 cups (500ml) beef stock 1 … Continue Reading spaghetti bolognese

rosemary chicken and roasted sweet potato

This is my favourite so far. So flavourful, so good. recipe 400g sweet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced ¾ cup (55g) grated parmesan ¼ cup (60ml) olive oil sea salt and cracked black pepper 1 tablespoon olive oil, extra 4 … Continue Reading rosemary chicken and roasted sweet potato