a dash of flavour

Wednesday, September 21, 2011

Mu Shu Pork

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I fell in love with this recipe the minute I turned to the page in the new Weight Watchers Cookbook Eat and Enjoy.  It quickly took it's...
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Sunday, September 18, 2011

Creamy Lemon Linguine with Prawns and Scallops

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I have a passion for creamy pasta and although it's not that popular with my hips it's probably something that I would class as ...

Massaman Beef Curry

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When it comes to cuisines I have to say Noel and I enjoy most aspects of Asian inspired cuisine ranking Chinese, Thai and Indian up the top ...

Honey Mustard Pork with Roasted Pear Salad

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I was always brought up thinking that Apple Sauce was the perfect condiment for pork but I can tell you know that pears are a pretty good ma...
Friday, September 9, 2011

Chorizo, Capsicum and Mushroom Gnocchi

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As it was our last night just the three of us - Alex comes home tomorrow I decided Oliver could choose what he wanted for dinner.... Gnocchi...
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Saturday, August 27, 2011

Chengdu Prawns and Scallops

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Every now and then we have to put up a spicy dish to please both of our tastebuds and this one was no exception as far as flavour and spice ...

Coriander and Lemongrass Fish

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This was such a wonderful dish mainly flavour wise but also due to the how easy it was to prepare. It's a dish that I have always fanc...

Vegetarian Noodles

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After a long and unwanted break from sharing out culinary adventures, I want to assure you and myself that I have not forgotten or given up ...
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Thursday, June 23, 2011

Chilli Pork, Vegetable and Noodle Stir Fry

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WOW what a dish jam packed with not only lots of vegetables but also all the flavours that I love.... I love using fresh herbs and spices as...
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Wednesday, June 22, 2011

Mexican Chicken Cannelloni

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Lately there has been a lot of fancying happening in the House of Murray… last night was a classic example. The kids wanted pasta and I real...
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Friday, June 17, 2011

1 Minute Berry Ice Cream

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I saw this recipe on Jamie Oliver's 30 Minute Meals and just knew it would go down a treat with the kids! Frozen berries make it an inst...
Wednesday, June 15, 2011

Asian Pork and Vegetable Sausage Rolls

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We definitely answered our call for having something different for dinner last night. I was going to make a spicy asian meatball but the kid...
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Sunday, June 12, 2011

Calabrese Salad

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Although very basic - slices of tomato and boccocini, sprinkling of basil leaves, then drizzled with a balsamic dressing this salad is appea...
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Curried Cauliflower Soup

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MMMM warm soup on a cold day and this one has a slight kick to the taste. A very simple recipe, and a quick soup to whip up. The addition of...
Tuesday, June 7, 2011

Slow Cooked Balsamic Beef Ribs

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You are probably already aware that I love my slow cooker and anytime I get the chance to use it I will. I came across this recipe, which or...
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Creamy Chicken and Bacon Fettucine

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Pasta is always a favourite at our house especially Spaghetti Carbonarra with the kids so I knew that this dish would be a hit also. A very ...
Thursday, June 2, 2011

Cheesy Onion Potato Bake

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Nothing accompanies a meal better than a creamy potato bake but the idea of making one goes out the window when trying to lose weight, or do...
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Tuesday, May 31, 2011

Sesame Beef with Noodles

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If you would like a quick and easy stir fry that's as tasty as they come this is your new mid-week wonder. Minimal ingredients does not ...
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Sunday, May 29, 2011

Creamy Leek Chicken and Bacon Pot Pies

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There is nothing more homely that a pot pie no matter the filling but on my favourites list this Creamy Leek Chicken and Bacon Pot Pie would...

Spinach, Pancetta and Ricotta Cannelloni

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We love a good filling pasta dish and this was no exception... the added saltiness and richness of the pancetta made this cannelloni not onl...
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Jo
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
I am a mother to 2 beautiful children, wife to a wonderful man, who I love dearly and consider my best friend. Our life has been blessed with two children, Oliver and Alexandria. One born in Melbourne and the other in Sydney but they keep us on our toes and we adore them. Both hubby and I work full time, enjoy the challenges and joys of being parents, cooking is not only a necessity but a hobby for us both especially experimenting with new flavours and entertaining. Our life is hectic - we are always busy doing something either just us or with friends BUT that is the way we like it!!
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