Innholdsfortegnelse for March 2018 i Super Food Ideas

200 ISSUES LATER, WE’RE STILL FULL OF FOOD IDEAS At SFI HQ we’ll have a party at the drop of a hat, but 200 issues isn’t just any old excuse to celebrate. Looking back over the years, there is so much to be proud of. We’ve helped countless families put thousands of delicious meals on the table every night of the week. We know you still cook them, too, ’cos they’re often trending on taste.com.au; Sweetcorn and Zucchini Fritters (Feb, 2007) or Beef Stroganoff (March, 2004), anyone? And the reason that you keep coming back to them? Our recipes are easy to follow and packed with extra info with you in mind – nutrition counts and vegies per serves for those looking for help, and costs so you’re not in…

BREAKFAST SIDES, STARTERS & LIGHT MEALS CHICKEN VEGETARIAN BEEF, PORK & LAMB FISH & SEAFOOD COVER SWEETS…

Don’t miss: Give two-minute noodles, rice, pasta, canned tuna and eggs a workout as we transform these pantry staples into quick and easy dinners, from cheat’s mac ‘n’ cheese to one-pot Mexican rice. PLUS, the Easter long weekend is the perfect time for a day of baking, and we have all the inspiration you need. Rocky road Easter eggs, anyone? Mealtime magic NO TIME TO SHOP? NO WORRIES! DINNER’S SORTED WITH A FEW PANTRY INGREDIENTS…

4 tips for… getting your parental entitlements Did you know that raising two kids to 21 will cost you nearly a million bucks? To help, there are government entitlements available. Kidspot spoke to finance expert Jason Bryce to explain. 1 APP HAPPY Jason likens calling or going into a Centrelink office to catching a train in the centre of town at peak hour. Save time (and your sanity!) by getting a MyGov account and downloading the Centrelink Express Plus app to your phone. 2 TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE Apply for Parental Leave Pay within 28 days of the birth or adoption of your child. There are work and income tests, but if you’re eligible, you’ll receive $695 per week for up to 18 weeks. This scheme doesn’t change paid…

PANTRY 90-second microwave brown rice (250g packet) Chickpeas (400g can) Coconut flakes (½ cup) Coconut oil (1 tablespoon) Coffee (to make ¼ cup strong brewed) Corn Thins Original (8) Cornflour (2 tablespoons) Dried pappardelle pasta (250g) Dried penne pasta (375g) Dried sweet potato noodles (2 x 100g packets) Extra virgin olive oil (1 3/4 cups) Gherkins (2 Gnocchi (500g packet) Honey (¼ cup) Olive oil cooking spray Pepitas (½ cup) Plain flour (²/ ³ cup) Raw cashews (175g) Salt-reduced beef stock (1½ cups) Salt-reduced chicken stock (½ cup) Shelf-fresh thin hokkien noodles (½ x 440g packet) Skinless hazelnuts (²/ ³ cup) Sliced water chestnuts (225g can) Sun-dried tomato strips (½ cup) Traditional rolled oats (3 cups) Tuna in oil (425g can) Vanilla extract (2 teaspoons) Vegetable oil (1 tablespoon) DRIED…

This is an edited extract from Supercharge Your Gut by Lee Holmes, with photography by Steve Brown ($35, Murdoch Books). With 300-plus pages, the book is packed with information on gut health and more than 100 recipes. Find it at book retailers. »» Lee says: Shakshuka celebrates the flavours of the Middle East and North Africa, and is one of my favourite ways to jazz up the humble egg. Loaded with medicinal spices and bursting with lycopene, this tomatoey one-pan wonder won’t fail to impress. GREENED-UP SHAKSHUKA SERVES 4 PREP 10 MINUTES COOK 20 MINUTES 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 leek, trimmed, sliced 3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced 1 green capsicum, diced Pinch of chilli powder or paprika 1 teaspoon ground cumin or cumin seeds 3…

Hot stuff Traditionally used in Japanese cooking, S&B Wasabi, $3.30, comes in a handy easy-to-use squeeze tube and is the perfect accompaniment to add zing to steak, dips and sushi. You can also mix it with soy sauce for a no-fuss dressing on noodle salads. For more info, visit oriental.com.au. Golden age CSR Golden Syrup, $6.30 for 850g, has a silky smooth texture and rich caramel toffee flavour. It’s ideal for sweets such as Anzac biscuits, puddings and gingerbread, as well as in Asian dishes to add a depth of flavour. Also available in a 500g tub, visit csrsugar.com.au for more information. Snack happy Corn Thins, $2, have a similar taste to popcorn so they’re great for kids. Available in sesame, multigrain and original, they can be eaten on their…

Claire says: We’ve turned carrot cake into cookies so you can eat it anytime! Oh, and we’ve made them dairy-free to boot DAIRY-FREE CARROT CAKE COOKIES MAKES 20 PREP 20 MINUTES (PLUS COOLING) COOK 15 MINUTES THESE COOKIES ARE BEST MADE ON THE DAY OF SERVING. 440g can crushed pineapple in natural juice 1 cup plain flour ¾ cup self-raising flour 1 teaspoon ground allspice ¹/ ³ cup CSR Low GI Cane Sugar ¾ cup pecans, finely chopped 1 small carrot, grated (you’ll need ½ cup) ½ cup light-flavoured extra virgin olive oil 1 egg, lightly beaten 1 teaspoon vanilla extract ¹/ ³ cup almond milk 2 tablespoons coconut flakes 1 Preheat oven to 180°C/160°C fan-forced. Line 2 large baking trays with baking paper. 2 Place pineapple in a sieve…

Claire says: It’s Coeliac Awareness Week, and we’re here to prove that eating gluten-free doesn't have to be tasteless or expensive. Plus, learn how to build a healthy dinner – it's as easy as 1,2,3! The GF life Specialty GF food can be expensive. Luckily, there are lots of delicious ingredients naturally free of gluten, such as fruit, vegies, meat, grains and legumes. Here are three recipes to try. Bites of benefit: What do you get when you add oily salmon to nutty brown rice and juicy papaya? A delicious dinner that’s good for you, too! Find it at taste.com.au. SALMON + BROWN RICE + PAPAYA Despite a long list of health benefits, it is its impressive source of omega-3 fatty acids, which contribute to healthy brain function, heart and…

ONE-PAN SUMMER-STYLE CHICKEN SERVES 6 PREP 15 MINUTES COOK 1 HOUR 15 MINUTES 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 6 large chicken thigh cutlets, skin on, trimmed 1 brown onion, finely chopped 2 small carrots, finely chopped 2 celery stalks, finely chopped 1 red capsicum, finely chopped 1 large garlic clove, finely chopped 1 tablespoon coriander seeds 2 dried bay leaves ½ cup white wine vinegar ¹/ ³ cup dry white wine 5 sprigs fresh thyme 1 tablespoon honey Steamed couscous, lemon wedges and fresh coriander sprigs, to serve 1 Preheat oven to 200°C/180°C fan-forced. 2 Heat ½ the oil in a large, heavy-based flameproof casserole dish over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5 minutes each side or until browned. Transfer to a plate. 3 Heat remaining oil in pan…

“I USED SOME OF MY OWN DECORATIONS!” Under the sea My name is Hannah and I turn 10 tomorrow. I saw your Ollie the Octopus cake (p90) in your October issue and decided to make it for my birthday! I used some of my own decorations. Thanks for the design. Hannah, via email Ed says: Wow! We're all so impressed, Hannah. I hope you had a very happy birthday with your family and friends. Birthday wish My daughter picked the Fairy Bread Popcorn Cake (October 2017, p24) for her sixth birthday party. She was so excited about getting all those lollies on her birthday cake. It was so simple and easy to make, and turned out better than I expected. It certainly had the ‘wow factor’ and all…

Gluten free on a budget Following a gluten-free diet can be costly – in fact, a recent study found it’s 17 per cent more expensive! For people with coeliac disease, eating gluten-free food is non-negotiable, but there are ways to keep the costs down. Here are some of our best tips BACK TO BASICS Fill your pantry with foods that are naturally free from gluten, and base your meals around them. Rice, legumes and potatoes are all budget-friendly and come in many varieties, so you’ll never get bored. Similarly, fruit, vegetables, meat and fish are gluten-free, and if you shop seasonally and look for mark-downs, you can get them cheaper (choose generic brands when available). MAKE YOUR OWN Buying gluten-free bread every week will drive up the cost of your…

Amira says: We’ve swapped beef, lamb and pork for cheap-and-cheerful chicken in these family-favourite dinners. Trust me, you’ll love the new pecking order! ITALIAN CHICKEN RAGU SERVES 4 PREP 10 MINUTES COOK 1 HOUR 20 MINUTES 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 1kg chicken thigh cutlets, with skin 1 large carrot, chopped 2 celery stalks, trimmed, chopped 4 garlic cloves, peeled 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary leaves 100g pancetta ½ cup dry red wine 800g can whole peeled Italian tomatoes 375g dried fettuccine ½ cup frozen baby peas ¹/ ³ cup grated parmesan ½ cup fresh basil leaves 1 Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5 minutes each side or until golden. Transfer to a plate. 2 Meanwhile, place carrot, celery, garlic, rosemary and pancetta…

SALT AND PEPPER SQUID AND NOODLE SALAD SERVES 4 PREP 20 MINUTES COOK 15 MINUTES 2 x 100g packets dried sweet potato noodles 1 large ruby red grapefruit ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil 270g packet salt and pepper squid 100g mixed salad leaves ½ cup fresh coriander sprigs 1 large carrot, halved lengthways, thinly sliced diagonally 2 Lebanese cucumbers, seeded, sliced diagonally 50g snow pea sprouts, trimmed 1 Cook noodles following packet directions until tender. Drain. Refresh under cold water. Drain well. Cut noodles into 8cm lengths. 2 Segment grapefruit over a small bowl to catch juices, squeezing membrane to release extra juice. Add segments to a separate bowl. Add 1 tablespoon oil to the juice. Whisk to combine. 3 Heat remaining oil in a large frying pan over…

PANZANELLA SERVES 6 PREP 30 MINUTES COOK 25 MINUTES ½ red onion, thinly sliced 2 small red capsicums, quartered, seeded ½ loaf day-old ciabatta, cut into 3cm pieces ½ cup extra virgin olive oil 1 garlic clove, crushed 3 drained anchovy fillets, finely chopped 1 long red chilli, seeded, finely chopped ¼ cup red wine vinegar 200g grape tomatoes 2 tablespoons drained baby capers 50g small black olives 5 vine-ripened tomatoes, cut into wedges 2 Lebanese cucumbers, halved, cut into 2cm pieces ¼ cup small fresh basil leaves 1 Place onion and 1 teaspoon salt in a small bowl. Cover with cold water. Set aside for 20 minutes. Drain. 2 Meanwhile, preheat grill on high. Line a baking tray with foil. Place capsicum, skin-side up, on tray. Grill for 15…

Kim says: Everything old is new again with these spins on our childhood favourites. We’ve added fudge to ginger slice, beetroot to chocolate muffins and turned doughnuts into a loaf cake! FUDGY GINGER CRUNCH SLICE SERVES 20 PREP 20 MINUTES (PLUS 6 HOURS OR OVERNIGHT REFRIGERATION AND 10 MINUTES STANDING) COOK 10 MINUTES 250g packet Nice biscuits 1 teaspoon ground ginger 250g packet gingernut biscuits 180g butter, melted 395g can sweetened condensed milk 1 cup vanilla marshmallows, halved 200g dark chocolate, chopped 200g milk chocolate, chopped 1 Grease an 18cm x 28cm slice pan. Line base and sides with baking paper, extending paper 2cm above all edges. 2 Place Nice biscuits, ginger and ½ the gingernut biscuits in a food processor. Process until finely chopped. Add butter. Process until combined.…