Innholdsfortegnelse for 5 June 2017 i New Idea

LIVING HELL Melanie Lynch’s withdrawal symptoms were horrendous – she was fidgety, flinching and had terrible hot and cold flushes. But far from weaning herself off drugs or alcohol, the 31-yearold mum was going cold turkey after realising she’d become addicted to her eczema cream. My face, eyes and lips began to swell and turn bright red,’ Melanie says. ‘It was horrific and caused my skin to burn, ooze and peel off. I looked like a monster.’ The primary school teacher from Birmingham, UK, was first prescribed topical steroid creams as a toddler to treat eczema on the backs of her knees and elbows. ‘Over the years, my skin needed stronger and stronger creams, which doctors kept giving me,’ she explains. ‘By the time I was 24, I was using…

Fresh, new recipes TIP To make mushy peas, boil frozen peas until tender. Drain. Process with cream, butter, salt and pepper. Hearty Beef Pie Serves 8, Prep 1 hour, 45 mins, Cook 55 mins 3 sheets frozen puff pastry, partially thawed Mushy peas, to serve FILLING ¼ cup olive oil 1kg diced beef chuck steak 2 onions, finely chopped 1 large carrot, finely chopped 2 stalks celery, finely chopped 3 cloves garlic, crushed ¼ cup tomato paste ¼ cup plain flour 1 cup beef stock 2 tblsps balsamic vinegar 1 To make filling, heat 2 tblsps oil in a large, flameproof casserole dish (16-cup capacity) over a high heat. Add beef in three batches. Cook, turning occasionally, until browned. Remove. Reduce heat to medium. 2 Add remaining oil to same…

Lentil and Rice Kofta Serves 4, Prep 20 mins, Cook 10 mins 500g sweet potato, peeled, coarsely chopped 250g packet microwave brown rice 400g can brown lentils, drained, rinsed ¼ cup packaged dried breadcrumbs ¼ cup finely chopped fresh coriander 2 tblsps sesame seeds, toasted 1 tsp ground cumin ¼ cup vegetable oil Warmed naan bread, yoghurt, mango chutney, sliced cucumber and coriander leaves, to serve 1 Boil potato in a pan of water over a high heat until tender. Drain well. Transfer to a large bowl. Mash until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. 2 Heat rice according to packet directions. Add to potato with lentils, breadcrumbs, coriander, seeds and cumin. Stir until combined. Shape ¼ cups of mixture into koftas. 3 Heat oil in a large, non-stick frying…

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1927 2017 MOORE CLASS Movie fans were in mourning last week as one of the most popular James Bonds ever to grace the silver screen entered 00-heaven. Sir Roger Moore passed away aged 89 at his home in Switzerland after a ‘short but brave’ battle with cancer. A statement from the seven-time Bond star’s family read: ‘It is with a heavy heart that we must announce our loving father, Sir Roger Moore, has passed away... The love with which he was surrounded in his final days was so great it cannot be quantified in words alone.’ The modest, self-deprecating actor’s portrayal of the British secret agent was far different from his predecessor and close friend Sean Connery’s I mean, this man is supposed to be a spy and yet, everybody…

Fifi Box is enjoying the fairytale romance she’s always dreamt of, at last. After years of angst with on-off boyfriend Grant Kenny – the father of her gorgeous four-yearold daughter Trixie – Fifi can finally move forward with Neighbours co-star Damien Richardson. Father-of-three Damien is so committed to moving on with Fifi – who he met on the set of the iconic soap – that he is finalising his divorce from estranged wife Nicole. His ex was said to be devastated when she learnt of her husband’s romance with Fifi, which was exposed after he was photographed leaving the TV and radio star’s home after a night together. While Damien was reportedly separated from wife Nicole at the time, she was still said to be feeling heartbroken that he had…

ZANNIS TARGETS BRODY They’re out of witness protection after escaping the drug cartel that haunted their family for years, but the Morgans still face the toughest challenge of their lives. Zannis, Brody’s ex-drug dealer, is now tormenting him relentlessly. To hurt Brody (Jackson Heywood), Zannis (Caleb Alloway) has turned to harming the people Brody loves the most – his family. He warns Brody that if he doesn’t cooperate, his family will pay the consequences While at Salt, Zannis pays Brody a visit and asks him how his family is doing. Brody is stunned. Has Zannis been inside his house? Before Brody can ask him what he’s talking about, Zannis drives off. Just as Brody rushes off to investigate, his phone starts ringing. It’s Nate (Kyle Pryor) – Tori (Penny McNamee)…

Cinnamon Chocolate Streusel Cake with Coffee Cream Serves 8-10, Prep 30 mins, Cook 1 hour 125g unsalted butter, chopped, at room temperature ½ cup brown sugar, firmly packed ¼ cup caster sugar 2 tsps vanilla bean paste 3 eggs, at room temperature 1 cup self-raising flour ½ cup plain flour 1 tsp cinnamon ¾ cup buttermilk STREUSEL ½ cup walnuts ⅓ cup caster sugar 100g dark chocolate, coarsely chopped 2 tsps ground cinnamon COFFEE CREAM 300ml tub thickened cream 2 tblsps coffee liqueur 1 Invert base of a 20cm round springform pan. Grease and line base and side with baking paper, extending paper 2cm above pan edge. 2 To make streusel, place all ingredients in a food processor. Pulse to form coarse crumbs. 3 Beat butter, sugars and vanilla in…

Mexican Beef and Black Bean Pizza Bake Serves 4, Prep 15 mins, Cook 15 mins 500g beef mince 2 cloves garlic, crushed 35g sachet taco seasoning ¾ cup water 2 tblsps tomato paste 400g can black beans, drained, rinsed Salt and pepper, to taste 250g cheese-flavoured corn chips 1½ cups grated pizza cheese ½ small green capsicum, thinly sliced ½ medium red onion, thinly sliced Chopped avocado and chipotle aioli, to serve 1 Heat an oiled, large, non-stick frying pan over a medium to high heat. Add beef and garlic. Cook, stirring, breaking up mince, for about 5 minutes, or until changed in colour. 2 Stir in seasoning, water and paste. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes, or until slightly thickened and liquid is absorbed. Stir in beans. Season…

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As Australia’s first bank and oldest company, Westpac knows the importance of investing in the future. And one way to achieve this is through the support of our nation’s schools students. As part of Westpac’s 200th year, they’ve partnered with Mathspace – a cutting edge digital maths program – to strengthen every child’s numeracy skills. Through the partnership, Mathspace Essentials is now free to access for all Australians, while the Solve to Save program gives students who subscribe to Mathspace’s premium platform, Mathspace Plus, the chance to have the weekly $10 subscription fee rewarded into a Westpac account. It’s part of Westpac’s commitment to the prosperity of Australia’s young people. Sign up at westpac.com.au/maths. BY THE NUMBERS The 2017 Westpac Numeracy Study reveals: • Westpac research reveals a positive correlation…

Q My husband and I work so hard to keep things afloat with our finances, but the past year feels like we’ve taken three steps forward and two back. Will we get a break soon? Angelica, via email. A Angelica, 2016 was a tough year – in numerology it was a ‘9’ year, a year of endings. This means it had a lot of death, divorce, jobs ending and many people moved. On the upside, many also found it was the end of infertility, bad relationships A and the wrong jobs. This year holds a lot of promise, especially for our personal lives. It’s a good year to start a new job or move in another direction at work, setting your sights on a promotion or something to increase income.…

CHILDREN’S WORLD HOUSE PROUD My son, eight, had a school carnival coming up, and I asked him what colours he had to wear. He replied: ‘Hold on, I’ll check the roof,’ and went outside. When he returned, I asked: ‘What has the roof got to do with the carnival?’ ‘The teacher told me to wear my house colours,’ he said. D. Templeton, Hobart, Tas. WHICH FLU? Recently, my son-in-law asked his children to be careful near his arm, because he had just had his yearly flu vaccination. My granddaughter casually asked whether he had been vaccinated against swine flu or man flu. Patricia Tate, Old Erowal Bay, NSW. STUPID SIZE! When shopping for kids’ clothing, I always check the tag for the correct size and I say to my kids:…

Choc Orange Ricotta Pancakes Serves 4-6, Prep 15 mins, Cook 12 mins 500g fresh ricotta ⅓ cup icing sugar mixture 1 tsp finely grated orange rind 450g packet Dutch pancakes (6) ¾ cup hot fudge topping, to serve 1 Place ricotta, icing sugar and rind in a medium bowl. Stir until well combined. 2 One at a time, warm pancakes in microwave on High for 20 to 30 seconds. Place on a clean bench. 3 Spoon a heaped ⅓ cup ricotta filling along the centre of pancake. Roll up to enclose. Place on an oven tray. Repeat with remaining ricotta filling and pancakes. Cover with foil. 4 Cook in a moderate oven (180C) for about 10 to 12 minutes, or until warmed through. 5 Heat topping in a heatproof jug…

Potato Straw Fries Serves 8, Prep 10 mins, Cook 12 mins 4 medium brushed potatoes (800g) Vegetable oil, for deep frying SPICY SALT 2 tsps sea salt flakes ½ tsp smoked paprika ½ tsp garlic powder ¼ tsp cayenne pepper 1 Peel potatoes. Wash under cold water. Pat dry with absorbent paper. 2 Using a 5mm vegetable grater, grate potatoes into long, thin strands. Place on a tray lined with absorbent kitchen paper. 3 Heat enough oil in a large wok to deep-fry over a high heat until hot. Add potatoes in four batches. Cook for about 2 to 3 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon. Drain on absorbent kitchen paper. 4 To make spicy salt, combine all ingredients in a small bowl. Mix…

HOT MAMMA It’s cold, wet and raining – it’s tempting to stay inside. Indoor heating, environmental aggressors (such as wind and rain) and the lack of vitamin D, all play a part in drying out our skin, making it less lush and more rough. Here’s how to keep your skin soft and supple. 1 FRESHEN UP YOUR SKIN Dead cells sitting on the skin’s surface make it look dull and dry. Exfoliate daily in the shower, keep your showers brief and use only lukewarm water rather than steaming hot, which will dry out your skin even more. TIP Granulated coffee is a powerful antioxidant that has tightening benefits when applied to the skin. 2 RETHINK YOUR MOISTURISER Hydration is key at this time of year, and it makes skin look…

TEEN TALK Being a teenager is hard. Being a parent of one in the digital age is arguably harder. But what if you could get inside your daughter’s head? Journalist Madonna King interviewed 200 girls for her book about the challenges 14-yearolds face today. Being 14 (Hachette, $32.99) is a comprehensive guide for parents in understanding what daughters need to grow into awesome women. ASK AN EXPERT Q At parent-teacher interviews, we’re told our son is disruptive in class. What can we do about it? A Psychologist Michael Hawton, author of Engaging Adolescents, advises the issue is about respect – not just for his teacher but also for his peers’ right to learn. The teacher’s view needs to be raised. First hear their side, but tell them you want to…

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ATTENTION SEEKER Q I love my mother, but she tells porkies to get attention. She’s always making things up about other people to make herself ‘the victim’, and now I’m the target. She’s told my family I called her and abused her, but I haven’t spoken to her for at least a month (and it was a pleasant conversation!). I find this hurtful because I’d never do what she’s claiming. Is it worth raising with her, or should I just ignore it? Rachel, Frankston, Vic. A You are not going to change your mother. We are taught to honour and respect our loved ones – often it is a big ask. Your mother is self-obsessed and tells porkies to get sympathy. She sounds like she has too much time on…