Innholdsfortegnelse for March 2017 i Taste.com.au

remember the old saying that time is the greatest luxury? How true that is. I’d choose a luscious half hour to do whatever I like over even a fairly substantial treat. That’s why we all love hacks and shortcuts, right? Especially the ones that give us precious extra time every day – like dinnertime cheats! My favourite time-slasher is swapping out the 6pm “what’s for dinner?” freak out (yes, it happens to me, too!) for a weekend cruise around the fridge and cupboards to see what we’ve already got, followed by a sneaky afternoon wine on the sunlounger while planning the weekly shopping list. I wish I could say this happens every weekend, but when it does, I thank myself all week long. And if there was ever an issue…

new •  borlotti beans• chestnuts• ginger• limes• sweet potato now •  bananas• corn• eggplant• figs• green beans• mushrooms• plums• pumpkin• red onion• squash be quick •  blackberries• capsicum• Italian flat beans• peaches• peas eggplant chips with pesto mayo Preheat oven to 200°C/180°C fan forced. Trim eggplant and cut into thick ‘chips’. Dip in whisked egg and press into breadcrumbs. Place on lined trays. Spray with oil. Bake for 20 minutes or until golden. Swirl basil pesto through whole egg mayonnaise. Serve with chips. maple pecan pumpkin wedges Preheat oven to 200°C/180°C fan forced. Cut thick wedges of Kent pumpkin. Place on a lined baking tray. Drizzle with maple syrup. Roast for 30 minutes or until tender. Drizzle pecans with maple syrup and place on pumpkin. Roast for 10-20 minutes or until caramelised. Top with fried sage leaves. peach bites Preheat oven to 180°C/160°C fan forced. Halve ripe…

“I’ll be looking for even rows, well–proportioned layers and Maltesers scattered throughout.”matt preston CELEBRITY JUDGE A long with the joy of being crowd favourite, making our Malteser Cheesecake Slice could also win you a new fridge! There are three fabulous Whirlpool Full Style 435L Bottom Mount Refrigerators, valued at $1099 each, up for grabs. From Whirlpool’s new Full Style range, they have a sleek design with a fingerprint-resistant, stainless-steel finish and adjustable shelving so you can mix up the internal space to suit your needs. They’re loaded with innovative technology features, too, like vents to feed cool air into every corner so food stays fresher for longer; an automatic freezer defrost cycle; a Super Cool setting, which quickly lowers the temperature; and a Super Freeze setting, which freezes food extra-fast…

HANDS FREE! It’s so much easier to follow a recipe when your ipad, phone or cookbook is propped up properly – enter the Salt & Pepper Hudson Utensil Holder & iPad/Cookbook Stand, $29.95. Such a nifty idea, you’ll wonder how you got along without it. Find it at Domayne. super CORNY For a piece of furniture that really pops (pop-corn, geddit?), you can’t go past this Giant Corn Cob Stool, $135, by Third Drawer Down. We love how realistic it looks and would be tempted to have a nibble if it wasn’t made of resin! QUICK TRICKS Weeknights are sorted when you’re armed with our latest cookbook Fast & Fab, $9.99. Packed full of family meals ready in 30 minutes or less, including great new recipe ideas to try and…

“Budget-friendly never tasted so good! With just seven ingredients, this hearty dinner has a sauce that packs a serious lemony punch and chicken with super-crispy skin. You can easily double or triple the recipe to feed a crowd, too. Serve it with steamed greens and grainy sourdough to mop up the sauce.”Georgia Barnes crispy skin lemon chicken & potatoes serves 4 | prep 10 mins | cooking 1 hour 5 mins GRAB 1kg chicken thigh cutlets, skin on 60g butter 500g baby potatoes 4 lemons, halved 1 /2 cup fresh oregano sprigs, plus extra, to serve 4 garlic cloves, unpeeled 250ml (1 cup) chicken stock GO... 1 Preheat oven to 180°C/160°C fan forced. Pat the chicken skin dry with paper towel and season. 2 Melt half the butter in an…

Bestselling author and social media sensation Joe Wicks, aka The Body Coach, has helped thousands of people transform their bodies by shifting unwanted fat and building muscle. In Lean in 15: The Sustain Plan, he explains how to achieve great results for the long-term. “My goal when I began sharing recipes online was simple: to get people cooking healthy food and to make it as easy as possible. The less hassle you have in the kitchen, the more likely you are to stick to a plan. The aim of this book is to show you how to fuel your body with the right foods at the right time. I believe good nutrition doesn’t need to be complicated, and staying lean doesn’t need to be difficult. I’m all about keeping it…

“This beautifully balanced tart combines flaky and buttery pastry, jammy onions, salty gorgonzola and fresh figs. I love serving it as a starter for a Sunday lunch with friends and family.”Justine Schofield you’ll need … easy blue cheese & fig tart serves 6 | prep 30 mins | cooking 1 hour 35 mins 20g butter 1 tbs extra virgin olive oil 3 brown onions, thinly sliced 4 fresh thyme sprigs, plus extra, to serve 375g pkt good-quality puff pastry, just thawed (see tips) 1 egg yolk 1 tsp cold water 80g gorgonzola dolce, crumbled 6 fresh figs 1 Melt the butter and oil in a large frying pan over low heat. Add the onion and thyme. Season well with salt. Cook, stirring often, for 1 hour or until very soft…

Michelle Q What’s your ultimate toastie filling for lunch al desko? If there’s a sandwich press at your office, toasted sambos are a great lunch option because they’re easy to make and a good way to turn whatever you have on hand into a meal. The foundation of a good toastie is cheese – teamed with some protein and/or vegies, you really can’t go wrong. Condiments, such as olive tapenade, pickles, sriracha sauce, chutney or mustard, are a great way to spice them up. My current favourite has a bit of an Italian twist – I spread the bread with basil pesto, then top it with slices of prosciutto, tomato and bocconcini. If I have some balsamic glaze, I like to drizzle it over the filling before toasting for an…

pecan vs peanut Peanuts, which are technically a legume and not a nut, have over 2.5 times the protein of pecans and about 30 per cent less fat. They also have over ten times the vitamin B3, as well as more folate, magnesium and potassium, and fewer calories than pecans. Both choices are a source of monounsaturated fats, fibre, iron and zinc. Unsalted peanuts win, but both are healthy choices and variety is your best nutritional bet. winner: peanuts porridge vs sultana wheat bran cereal Sultana wheat bran cereal has over five times the calories of porridge and is more processed. It also comprises almost one-quarter sugar, while porridge has none. Although it has eight times the fibre of porridge, the oats in porridge are a source of beta-glucan, a…

Michelle Michelle Southan reveals how to make the perfect Magic Cake , p110, with three delicious layers: fudgy base, custard centre and sponge-cake top. Katrina Want a wholesome sweet treat for the lunchbox or to beat the 3pm slump? Katrina Woodman’s better-for-you treats , p66, will hit the right spot. Chrissy Eating healthy on a budget just got much easier with nutritionist Chrissy Freer’s Low Cost Low Cal meals, p44, that are low on cals and big on taste. Georgia Georgia Barnes’ Crispy Skin Lemon Chicken & Potatoes , p38, is simple, family-friendly and loaded with flavour. Best of all, it comes in at only $4.35 per serve. Matt Matt Preston has delivered 9 new ways with nachos , p76, that you need now! With so many to choose from,…

“Here’s my spicy meatball remake of the classic Vietnamese rolls, banh mi. What I love about a good banh mi is the combination of fragrant herbs, tangy pickled vegies and savoury meat, all wedged together in a soft, crusty roll. Super-charge the meatballs with as much hot sauce as you dare and don’t skimp on the hoisin mayo!”Marion Grasby vietnamese spicy meatball banh mi serves 4 | prep 25 mins | cooking 5 mins 500g pork mince 1 stem lemongrass, pale section only, bruised, finely chopped 4 green shallots, finely chopped 3 tbs sriracha chilli sauce, or to taste (see notes and tips) 1 tsp sea salt 125g ( 1/2 cup) Kewpie mayonnaise (see notes) 2 tbs hoisin sauce 1 tbs vegetable oil 4 long crusty bread rolls Fresh…

OUT NOW! Our fabulous new cookbook Like these recipes? There are loads more quick and easy dinner ideas in our new favourites Fast & Fab cookbook. They’re all on the table in 30 minutes or less, perfect for busy weeknights – or any night, really! Find it at supermarkets and newsagencies for $9.99. beetroot & potato rosti with smoked salmon serves 4 | prep & cooking 30 mins 600g desiree potatoes, peeled 150g cooked beetroot 20g butter, melted 1 egg, lightly whisked 50g ( 1/3 cup) plain flour 60ml ( 1/4 cup) extra virgin olive oil 200ml crème fraîche 1 orange, rind finely grated 3 tsp horseradish cream 1 tbs finely chopped fresh dill, plus extra sprigs, to serve 1 large Lebanese cucumber 200g smoked salmon slices Crusty bread, to…

This American take on a toastie is perfect for movie night, either as a midway-through munchie or with hot chips and a cold milkshake for the main event. Preheat the oven to 200°C/180°C fan forced. Line a large baking tray. Sprinkle 6 frozen waffles with 3 /4 cup coarsely grated mozzarella. Top each waffle with 2-3 slices of tomato and 2 slices of smoked ham. Sprinkle another 3 /4 cup coarsely grated mozzarella over the top, then cover with another 6 frozen waffles. Place the toasties on the prepared tray. Bake for 6-7 minutes or until the waffles are golden brown and the cheese is melted.…

This recipe should be in everyone’s bag of baking tricks to wow friends and family. Follow the steps, pop it in the oven and wait for the magic to happen. Hey presto! What comes out is a cake that features a fudgy base, custard filling and sponge-cake top.Michelle Southan you’ll need … “This is a fairly simple recipe, but make sure you follow the tips to get the batter to cook into three perfectly balanced layers.” let’s go! lemon & raspberry magic cake serves 12 | prep 20 mins | cooking 1 hour 4 eggs, separated, at room temperature 210g (11/3 cups) icing sugar mixture, plus extra, to dust 2 tsp finely grated lemon rind 2 tbs fresh lemon juice 100g ( 2/3 cup) plain flour 120g butter, melted, cooled…

“Simply layer biscuit, choc pudding and cream to make this deliciously decadent dessert.”Michelle Southan snickers dessert lasagne serves 12 | prep 20 mins (+ 4 hours chilling time) 1 Arrange half the biscuits over the base of a 6cm-deep, 20 x 30cm (base measurement) rectangular baking dish. Brush the biscuits with half the Frangelico. 2 Use electric beaters to beat the cream cheese and 1/2 cup milk in a bowl until smooth and creamy. Add caramel and beat briefly until just combined. Dollop the cream cheese mixture over the biscuits and gently smooth the surface. Place in the fridge. 3 Meanwhile, place remaining 700ml milk and1/2 cup double cream in a large bowl. Sprinkle with the pudding mix. Use electric beaters to beat for 5 minutes or until soft peaks…

There is now strong evidence that those who consume a diet with lots of variety have less risk of developing chronic diseases. Want to take healthy to a new level? Want to get the full amount of goodness and nutrients that food has to offer? Want to help your body protect itself against disease? It’s easy to do all three, just by taking the taste challenge to eat 100 healthy foods in a week. Yes, it may sound like a lot, but don’t worry, we have a plan that will see you smashing that number in no time. So, why 100? It’s not just our food choices that are essential for good health, we also need to eat a variety of foods to gain the most benefits. There is now…

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clean cut Food prepping just got a whole lot easier with KitchenAid’s ExactSlice food processor, $449. Whether you’re after thick chips, wafer-thin slices or anything in between, fruits and vegies are cut with precision in record time. It can also chop, shred, puree and knead, and features a leak-resistant lid and two different bowl sizes. Visit kitchenwarehouse.com.au mod squad Get your serve of five a day before you even head out the door with a MOD Cold Press Juicer, $449. The juicer uses a slow cold-press, non-heat extraction process to retain the most nutrition from fruits, vegies and nuts, and the extra-wide chute means less chopping and peeling. Plus, the dried pulp can be re-used in cakes, biscuits or muffins, so there is minimal wastage. For more info, go to…

tip 1 Let the baking paper extend over the longer sides, so they overhang. This will allow you to remove the slice easily. Simply hold the paper on either side and lift it out. tip 2 It’s important not to overheat the gelatine, as this can reduce its ability to set. Placing the mixture in a hot water bath allows the gelatine to dissolve without too much heat. tip 3 Use a large metal spoon to fold the Maltesers into the cheesecake. We roughly chopped them, but they could be finely chopped for more of a swirled look if you prefer. tip 4 After you’ve spooned the cheesecake into the prepared pan, press it into the sides to fill the pan completely and smooth the top. Tap on the bench…

it’s a blitz! Swap tofu for chicken if you have some on hand. crisper raid • 500g finely shredded mixed vegetables • 1/2 cup chopped fresh herbs (such as coriander or mint) fridge raid • 1 tbs fresh lime juice • 11/2 tsp finely grated fresh ginger • 200g Soyco Japanese Marinated Tofu, sliced pantry raid • 270g dried noodles, such as soba, ramen or udon • 2 tbs soy sauce • 2 tbs mirin • 1/2 tsp sesame oil • 2 tsp peanut oil • 1 tbs sesame seeds, toasted, plus extra, to serve ‘full of greens’ noodles with tofu serves 4 | prep 15 mins | cooking 15 mins 1 Cook the noodles following the packet directions. Drain and set aside. 2 Combine the soy sauce, mirin, lime…

Most people accept most of my guilty secrets – whether it’s a penchant for Cheetos or for making chocolate sauce out of Mars Bars. But one thing draws dead eyes and dirty looks. When I mention I don’t mind nachos, it’s like I’ve admitted to being the second shooter on the grassy knoll when Bambi’s mum got shot. I suspect many people regard nachos as dirty junk food, and they might have a point. At an LA Galaxy game with my mate Gary, we shared a giant tray of corn chips drowned in an impossibly orange cheese-like sauce that tasted about as real as a lawyer’s smile – and as dangerous. I can’t say either of us felt too good afterwards. There must be a better way. Surely we can…

fact You can get more bang for your buck by reusing vanilla beans, whether split or whole. Simply rinse well and air-dry before using a second time. 10 secrets of vanilla 1 Vanilla beans are produced by a tropical climbing orchid, Vanilla planifolia, native to Mexico and parts of Central America. Most of the world’s vanilla bean production comes from Indonesia, Mexico, Tahiti, Tonga, Madagascar and the island of Réunion. 2 The Aztecs added vanilla to chocolate drinks and introduced it to the Spanish, who soon began importing large quantities of beans. Its popularity spread to Europe and, later, the US. 3 Vanilla beans have no scent or flavour when fresh – this comes after a lengthy curing process. They are heated, steamed and dried numerous times over a period…

Polish the shoes, iron the uniform and stock up on lunchbox goodies – it’s back-to-school season. And we’re giving you a helping hand by sifting through the range of squeezy yoghurts to reveal which are the best options. We’ve selected our top six squeezy yoghurts based on flavour and nutritional info, including lowest calories, lowest sugar and highest calcium, as well as the most budget friendly. They’re sure to be winners for the kids on every level. Coles Vanilla Yoghurt, 70g, 75c It has the Heart Foundation tick, which means that it’s met strict criteria for saturated fat, calcium and calorie content (only 80 calories per 100g). Tamar Valley Kids Vanilla, 110g, $1.69 This yoghurt has no added sugar, and just 5g naturally occurring sugars per 100g. It contains all-natural…

funfetti scrolls makes 12 | prep 15 mins | cooking 30 mins 75g butter, chopped, softened 80g ( 1/2 cup, lightly packed) brown sugar 1 tsp ground cinnamon Store-bought royal icing, to serve Pink food colouring, to tint Hundreds and thousands, to decorate dough 340g (21/4 cups) self-raising flour, sifted 1 tbs caster sugar 50g butter, chilled, chopped 160ml ( 2/3 cup) milk 1 egg 60g ( 1/2 cup) hundreds and thousands 1 Preheat oven to 180°C/160°C fan forced. Grease the base and sides of a 26 x 16cm (base measurement) slice pan and line with baking paper, allowing the sides to overhang. 2 For the dough, combine flour and sugar in a large bowl. Add butter. Use your fingertips to rub the butter into the flour mixture until it…