The perfect bread recipe for people who are not confident using yeast or kneading their own bread. Prepare and walk away - no fuss! The texture is very similar to look and touch as that of a loaf of sour dough. But there's no starter to feed, or folds that take up...
Savoury Smoko
My Favourite Pizza Base Recipe
This is my favourite 'yeast' pizza base recipe. It makes four pizza bases. I have an easy pizza base recipe using self raising flour and beer. It is perfect when you need to whip up a fast meal or quick smoko. But if you have time I strongly suggest you give this...
Family Favourite Golden Sausages
Who remembers this oldie but a goodie! I made this golden sausage casserole this week for my family for the first time since my own childhood and it was a hit! Serve with mashed potato or rice, and steamed greens. There's nothing pretty about this dish, but it's...
Roast Vegetable Salad
Make this delicious salad for your next evening meal. Or make a large batch and use it to prep for a weeks worth of lunches. The best part . . . you have two dressing recipes to choose from! Roasting vegetables is a great way to bring out their natural sweetness and...
Cute Little Bread Rolls
I am no expert when it comes to making bread, or with working with yeast. I must admit to finding it quite daunting at first. But this recipe is exceptionally easy fluffy and tasty. Bread buns, also known simply as buns or rolls, are small, round, individual...
A Warming Irish Stew
A hearty fuelling soup that you want to warm your bones on a cold day. Irish stew is a traditional Irish dish that typically consists of lamb or mutton, potatoes, onions, and sometimes carrots. It's a hearty and comforting dish that has been a staple in Irish cuisine...
10 Best Zucchini Recipes for you to Make
What to make when your zucchini plants start to over produce. There are few vegetables more generous than the humble zucchini — or courgette, if you prefer the European name. Grown easily from seed and thriving in even the most enthusiastic Kiwi vege garden, zucchini...
Beetroot Relish Recipe
This vibrant pink relish will wow your taste buds! This is my friend Jane's recipe. She is one of my favourite humans in the world. We've been friends since we met on our first day in our hall of residence when we attended teachers college (over twenty years ago). We...
Irish inspired Tea Cake
A great alternative to an elaborate Christmas cake too. I have never tasted such a delicious and moist fruit loaf. I first tried an Irish tea loaf at the Farm Barn Cafe near Fairlie, South Island of New Zealand. Their version is dark and delicious. If you are ever...









