Innholdsfortegnelse for June 2021 i Taste.com.au

We hear so much about stepping outside the comfort zone. But-- what about diving right into the comfort zone – winter boots and all? That’s what we’ve done here. No holds barred. And I have a feeling you’re going to love what’s in store. It’s tempting to rush straight to dessert, but let’s pretend we’re grown-ups and start with dinners. What I personally love about the dishes this month is that they’re built for speed as well as comfort. There’s no time for weeknight dillydallying any time of the year, but you can double that when bear-like hunger strikes on a cold winter’s night. Taste’s foodies to the rescue. Flick through for pages of amazements from one pots, to one trays, to our heartiest-ever vegie lasagnes. Definitely don’t miss Michelle’s…

Cook our pom pom pie cover, share a pic, and you could win one of two prizes from Iittala. Fire up the oven, crank up the stove and cook your way through the chilly months with these sleek stainless-steel cookware sets from Iittala. There are two prizes to win, so get cracking on our June cover! $2800 in prizes! “I’ll be looking for cheesy, golden pommes and thick, rich filling.”matt preston CELEBRITY JUDGE SEND IN YOUR ENTRIES BY 6 JUNE Terms and conditions: Entries open 00:01 (AEST) 13/05/21 and close 23:59 (AEST) 06/06/21 Open to Australian residents only. Winners determined 14:00 (AEST) 07/06/21 at NewsLifeMedia Pty Ltd, 2 Holt Street, Surry Hills, NSW 2010. Winners’ names published in Taste.com.au magazine August 2021. Total prize pool valued at $2803.70 inc gst.…

BOTANIC BUBBLE BUZZ We all love a caffeine fix, and Nestle’s new Nativ Cascara energy drink is the perfect pick-me-up. Infused with native Australian botanical flavours, this lightly sparkling beverage is great on its own, or as a mixer at your next cocktail party. Find out more at nestle.com.au. WELL HANDLED There’s no better way to welcome chilly weather than a fabulous ladle of comforting soup. These funky soup servers from Kip&Co are handmade in Melbourne, so each resin handle is totally unique. Ladle up the love this winter – visit kipandco.com.au. history at hand What if we told you that drying the dishes could help the planet? That’s right, these super-cute tea towels by KE design are made from waste bottles and fabric offcuts, and feature cherished Australiana foods…

“My spin on classic Stroganoff has surprise flavours that make it extra special. Curry powder and coconut milk add warmth and creamy comfort. Plus, my trick for cooking the steak makes it incredibly tender.”Marion Grasby SCAN THE QR CODE FOR MORE BEEF STROGANOFF RECIPES. creamy curried beef Stroganoff serves 4 | prep 10 mins | cooking 30 mins E 500g beef sirloin steaks 3 tbs butter 250g button mushrooms, halved 1 French shallot, peeled, finely chopped 2½ tsp curry powder 1 tsp sweet paprika 250ml (1 cup) beef stock 400g can coconut milk 400g dried spiral pasta 1 tbs chopped fresh continental parsley 1 Season the steaks with salt. Heat 1 tbs butter in a large deep frying pan over high heat. Cook the steaks for 2-3 minutes each side…

This month’s column was a toss up. Of the 1.2 million searches across taste.com.au last month, there are two contenders battling for the title of hottest food trend of the moment. In one corner stands beloved ‘creamy’, in the other, ‘dump dinners’ – this is an American term for tossing all your ingredients in one pot and cooking (talk about convenience). But, in the spirit of tradition and the season of comfort food, creamy it is! Now creaminess can come from ingredients like ripe avocado or coconut milk in a creamy curry. It can come from mayonnaise, or perhaps the starch from potatoes to make a chowder creamy. “Searches for creamy chicken top the charts, suggesting the desire for creaminess is anchored firmly in the dairy world.” Perhaps, in these…

BEST OF JUNE fruit lemonslimesmandarinspersimmonsrhubarbtangelos vegies broccolinicapsicumfennelkalepumpkin herbs corianderdillparsleyrosemarythyme portobello mushroom pizzas Preheat the oven to 180°C/160°C fan forced. Line a baking tray with baking paper. Remove the stems from 4 large portobello mushrooms and place (cup side up) on prepared tray. Spread with ¾ cup tomato pasta sauce. Top with 2 tbs sliced kalamata olives and ¾ cup pre-grated pizza cheese. Top with 25g sliced pepperoni. Bake for 15 minutes or until the mushroom is tender and the cheese is golden. Use an egg lift to transfer to a plate or serving board. Sprinkle with fresh oregano Leaves to serve. LEMON KNOW-HOW When life gives you lemons, you can make a whole lot more than lemonade! This sunshine-yellow citrus is incredibly versatile and adds freshness and acidity to savoury…

peanut butter vs almond butter WINNER: it’s a tie Pure peanut butter has just five per cent more calories than almond butter, but about 25 per cent more protein, plus more vitamin B3 and folate. Almond butter typically has more calcium, iron and zinc. More important than which kind of nut butter you buy (because they both have health benefits), is ensuring you select a product that is 100 per cent pure nuts. Some almond spreads have less than one-quarter almonds and mainly comprise of refined vegetable oils and sugar. Peanut butters usually contain a higher percentage of nuts, but they can also have refined oils and sugars added, so look for brands that are made only from nuts. butter beans vs chickpeas WINNER: it’s a tie Chickpeas have more…

SUPER SNACK You can graze all day long on our latest cracker obsession from Carman’s. The new range of Goodness Crackers comes in three delicious flavours – Original Sea Salt, Caramelised Onion and Roasted Garlic & Herb. Loaded with nutritious grains and seeds, each box contains two foil bags of all-natural crackers. Find the new range in supermarkets for $4.50. soda-licious We’re a ‘glass is half full’ kind of team here at taste, but when a box of Famous Soda Co arrived at our offices, our glasses were positively overflowing! These zero-sugar bubbles taste just like the cola we’ve grown up drinking, only low-cal (we’re talking single digits!) with grown-up hints of cinnamon and vanilla. Find out more at famoussodaco.com. GF ROYALTY These gluten-free biscuits are so good we reckon…

To enter, visit taste.com.au/win cafe like a pro Personalise your coffee creations with the NESCAFE Dolce Gusto Genio S Plus prize pack, valued at $129. You’ll win the ultra-compact Dolce Gusto coffee machine, plus we’ve thrown in a matching milk frother and three boxes of Starbucks by NESCAFE coffee capsules – Espresso Roast, Blonde Espresso Roast and Americano Veranda Blend. Now you can whip up flavoursome, velvety brews from home at the touch of a button. Find out more at dolce-gusto.com.au. grab and go Temperature matters! Keep soups hot and smoothies cold with this double Thermos prize pack, valued at $159.98. It includes a 1.39L Stainless King Big Boss Food Jar and a 770ml insulated hydration bottle. With vacuum insulation technology for maximum temperature retention, your favourite foods can come…

READY-TO-EAT SOUPS Soup season has well and truly arrived! But there’s often not enough time in a day to whip up a batch. That’s when we turn to trusty, ready-made soups. The ultimate quick and healthy midweek dinner, these are our favourite supermarket soups. Coles Kitchen Butternut Pumpkin Soup, $3 Sweet, creamy and a little bit spiced, this is everything you want in a pumpkin soup. Pair it with a hunk of crusty buttered bread and a dollop of sour cream, or enjoy its velvety texture all on it’s own. YUM! Pitango Organic Minestrone soup, $6 An Italian classic full of organic ingredients, this minestrone is best served with basil and freshly grated parmesan. Containing filling cannellini beans and iron-rich spinach, it packs a plant-powered punch and doesn’t compromise on flavour.…

For all advertising enquiries, call (02) 8045 4734. A NOTEWORTHY AFFAIR The sweetest way to share the love! Every Baci Perugina Original Dark chocolate has a love note wrapped around divine dark chocolate praline and hazelnut chocolate. Find out more at mayers.com.au. GOOD MORNING Start your day right. Made from Aussie sorghum, Gluten Free Weet-Bix with Coconut and Rice Puffs with a hint of Cinnamon Flavour is a source of fibre and high in folate. Go to weetbix.com.au. SAY CHEESECAKE Expecting guests? With its buttery biscuit crumb crust and luscious filling, a Sara Lee cheesecake is perfect for any occasion. Plus, it’s Australian made! To find out more, visit saralee.com.au. GET THE KIDS ASKING FOR SECONDS Pork makes a great flavour enhancer for all your family winter favourites. Whether it’s…

We’ve worked a midweek miracle! Better-for-you ‘fried’ rice baked in one pan in the oven. The best part? You don’t need to cook any rice ahead of time! SCAN THE QR CODE TO WATCH THE RECIPE VIDEO. SCAN THE QR CODE TO WATCH THE RECIPE VIDEO. The classic combination of fresh spinach and creamy feta make this five-star family favourite a dinner-table hit. It’ll be the star of your weeknight rotation! SCAN THE QR CODE TO WATCH THE RECIPE VIDEO. Topped with 40 mini Cherry Ripe bars, this pretty pink slice stars a creamy cheesecake centre and choc-coconut base. It will go off at your next afternoon-tea bash.…

APRIL WINNER #tastemagcover our winner JESS FITZPATRICK, SA “Jess’ cake decorating skills are outstanding – it almost looks too beautiful to eat!”Matt Preston CELEBRITY JUDGE prize $5000 in cash! some fave entries You went cocoa-loco for the amazing Baci-loaded fault line cake! “That Swiss meringue buttercream was silky and smooth – to die for!”BIANCA PISCOPO “When I saw this cover, I knew I had to make this for my family for Easter.”LYNDA BARNES “I was in chocolate heaven making this Baci fault line cake!”DIANE WARDLE “The cake was absolutely delicious. I will make this over and over!”MYSTI HILLIER…

SCAN THE QR CODE TO WATCH THE VIDEO NOW! vegetarian haloumi quiche Yes please! This hearty quiche is made with two kinds of cheese. And with eight serves, you’ll have plenty leftover for lunch the next day. serves 8 | prep 30 mins(+1 hour cooling) | cooking 1 hour 25 mlns V LC 1 tbs olive oil 6 green shallots, thinly sliced 2 garlic cloves, crushed 5 (about 550g) zucchini 180g haloumi 40g (½ cup) coarsely grated Cheddar 8 eggs 180ml (¾ cup) thickened cream 12 sheets filo pastry 100g butter, melted Pomegranate arils and mint leaves, to serve 1 Preheat oven to 180°C/160°C fan forced. Lightly grease a 22cm springform pan. 2 Heat the oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the shallot and garlic and cook,…

keema beef curry serves 4 prep & cooking 15 mins Q E 1 tbs vegetable oil 1 small brown onion, chopped 1 tbs curry powder 2 tsp bought crushed garlic 1 tsp bought crushed ginger 500g lean beef mince 2 tbs tomato paste 165ml can coconut milk 150g (1 cup) frozen peas Plain yoghurt and fresh mint leaves, to serve 4 naan bread, toasted 1 Heat the oil in a Large, deep frying pan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring, for 4 minutes, or until soft. Add curry powder, garlic and ginger. Cook, stirring, for 30 seconds or until aromatic. 2 Increase heat to medium-high and add the beef. Cook, breaking up lumps with a wooden spoon, for 5 minutes or until browned. Stir in tomato paste…

vegie explosion Lamb can be quite high in saturated fat, so trim all visible fat before cooking. The addition of lots of veg adds bulk and reduces the amount of meat needed, while also boosting fibre content. Pumpkin is rich in carotenoids, that act as powerful antioxidants, associated with health benefits including anti-cancer properties, supporting healthy blood sugar levels and heart health. fibre-licious This delicious vegan pie is Loaded with dietary fibre – soluble fibre to help the body maintain healthy cholesterol and blood sugar Levels, and insoluble fibre to promote a healthy colon and reduce the risk of gastrointestinal cancers. Rinse the lentils and beans thoroughly before cooking to remove excess starch. And use pulses with no-added salt to keep the sodium down. health-giver Barramundi is an excellent source…

Alkoomi 2020 White Label Frankland River Chardonnay, $21 This offering from Western Australia’s Lesser- known Frankland River may convert a few of the ABC (Anything But Chardonnay) crowd! Tangy grapefruit is balanced by juicy ripe peach. It’s crisp and super food-friendly. DRINK IT WITH chicken dishes, salmon. Celliers des Dauphins 2018 “Les Dauphins” Côtes du Rhône, $20 Literally meaning “from the cellar of the heirs to France’s throne”, this classic Rhône Valley red blend of grenache, shiraz and mourvèdre is an easy match with hearty food and is filled with ripe purple fruits. DRINK IT WITH pasta bakes, casseroles. The Farm 2017 Barossa Shiraz, $30 This big Barossa red is all about tradition and bold flavours, handcrafted with Love by six generations of the same family. A generous splash of…

Matt Q What are the best cuts to slow cook then reheat the next day? I love pork shoulder. I’ll make the shoulder for dinner and use the leftovers tossed with the juices and grilled for the wraps. Beef brisket, pot-roasted real slow, is also good, but I find beef cheek too fibrous to have cold unless you serve it sparsely with bright flavours – say in a taco or tortilla with avocado, lettuce, lime juice and a little chilli heat. Lamb shoulder is good hot, but be mindful of the fat setting as it cools; congealed lamb fat isn’t nice. Chicken can also be shredded for wraps, just watch you don’t overcook it. They also make a great packed lunch; send the kids to school with all the makings,…

upside-down caramilk banana cake serves 8-10 | prep 30 mins | cooking 40 mins 4 large ripe bananas, cut in half lengthways 125g butter, at room temperature 200g (1 cup, firmly packed) brown sugar 1egg 250g overripe bananas (about 2 large), mashed 65g (¼ cup) sour cream 1 tbs vegetable oil 1 tsp vanilla extract 250g (1⅔ cups) plain flour 1 tbs baking powder ½ tsp ground cinnamon 90g Cadbury Caramilk, cut into 1cm pieces 125ml (½ cup) thickened cream Double cream, to serve (optional) 1 Preheat oven to 180°C/160°C fan forced. Line the base and sides of a 3.5cm-deep, 16 x 26cm slice pan with baking paper. Arrange the halved banana, cut-side down, over the base of the prepared pan, cutting to fit. 2 Use electric beaters to…

Slow-cooker melting pork ramen Try the recipe yourself on page 29. ★★★★★ Loved it! Changed spinach to baby bok choy and added extra stock. Next time I’ll try with extra pork! @TRICIAP Exceptional dish. Closed my eyes and thought I was in Osaka. @STEVEKY This was really very tasty. Amazing flavour. @CKHORNER Cheesy vegetarian ‘sausage’ rolls A simple dinner or kid’s snack. ★★★★★ Even my fussy, meat-eating partner loved them! @ISP12 These are yum; such a big hit with the family they want them made again so they can take to school... @FPV141 Probably the best vegetarian sausage roll recipe I’ve tried. @SCOOBYSNAX Slow-cooked Italian beef with garlic bread bombs The ultimate dish for chilly evenings. ★★★★★ So delicious. My family Loved it! @JWBUBBLES My husband was on dinner duty…

THAI PORK meatball curry Busy weeknights are about minimal effort for maximum flavour. After all, less time in the kitchen means more time with family. All these flavour-packed dinners have short prep or cooking times – or both! You’Ll Love this Thai pork meatball curry that uses zero-prep bought meatballs and curry paste that delivers fresh and punchy Thai flavours in just 25 minutes. That’s faster than ordering takeaway! honey orange chicken tray bake serves 4 | prep & cooking 50 mins E GF $4.67 per serve 500g pumpkin, peeled, deseeded, coarsely chopped 1 bunch baby carrots, unpeeled, trimmed, scrubbed 1 red onion, cut into thick wedges 3 fresh rosemary sprigs 1 tbs extra virgin olive oil 6 (about 1.2kg) chicken thigh cutlets 1 orange, halved 60ml (¼ cup) honey…

slow cooker creamy chicken mac & cheese serves 4 | prep 10 mins | cooking 1 hour 15 mins E $5.04 per serve 750ml (3 cups) milk 250ml (1 cup) chicken stock 300g dried pasta curls 250g smoked chicken breast, skin removed, coarsely chopped 160g (2 cups) coarsely grated gouda 125g cream cheese, chopped 40g (½ cup) shredded parmesan, plus extra, to serve 3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced 2 tsp Dijon mustard 60g baby spinach 1 Pour the milk and stock into a slow cooker. Stir to combine. Add the pasta, chicken, gouda, cream cheese, parmesan, garlic and mustard. Stir until well combined. 2 Cover and cook on High for 10 minutes. Stir to stop pasta sticking to the base. Cover and cook, stirring halfway through, for 1 hour 5…

choc-caramel lasagne serves 8 | prep 20 mins (+ 7 hours chilling) 1 Unwrap and sLightLy thaw frozen cakes. Use a large serrated knife to cut each cake in half horizontally. 2 Place the iced half of 1 cake in a 20cm square baking dish. Use two-thirds of the base of 1 cake to cut and fill any gaps in the dish to completely cover the base. 3 Spoon caramel over the top of the assembled cake and use the back of the spoon to gently spread all over (the cake may not be fully covered). 4 Combine the milk and mousse mix in a bowl and prepare the mixture following the packet directions. Spread over the caramel layer and smooth the surface. Place in the fridge for 1 hour…

iceberg lettuce has a dense head of tightly packed bright-green leaves. This incredibly versatile crop can add crunch to salads and coleslaws, bring colour and freshness to sandwiches and burgers, or be used as a low-carb alternative to taco shells or wraps. However you like to eat this retro veg, June is the perfect month to start growing your own, as lettuce thrives in cool weather. step-by-step lettuce * Make sure the soil in your vegie patch is well-drained. Find a warm spot that gets at least six hours of sunshine every day. * Enrich the soil with some organic soil improver before sowing seeds. * Sow seeds 3mm deep, 30cm apart. Keep the soil moist and seedlings will emerge in 7-10 days. You can also sow seed in trays…