Innholdsfortegnelse for April 2022 i Taste.com.au

When it comes to guilty pleasures, chocolate has to be right up there as the ultimate indulgence. I can’t think of any ingredient that can feed into your emotional state and elicit so much joy when eaten – binge watching a thriller or rom-com, you don’t reach for a carrot. Only chocolate can satisfy that craving. Want to impress at a dinner party? A dark, satiny mousse cake is the little black dress you reach for… Like some kind of sweet sorcery, those little squares of milk, dark, white or Caramilk chocolate transform into other wickedly good forms that are even more enticing. If you’re not already transfixed by our triple choc cheesecake cover star, head straight to page 34 for the amazing choc-overload creations our foodies have conjured up…

FRENCH ONION garlic bread bake Serving up nourishing meals is exactly what the family needs – but it doesn’t have to be hard. We’ve loaded these weeknight winners with heaps of veg and lean protein, but kept them as effortless and tasty as always. This hearty, creamy chicken dish is full of shortcut ingredients, like barbecue chook, frozen veg, French onion dip and garlic bread, to slash valuable prep time. Plus, we guarantee the gang will be lining up for seconds! cuban sweet potato & black bean tacos serves 4 prep & cooking 30 mins Q E V SV 600g sweet potato, peeled, cut into 1cm pieces 1 small red onion, cut into wedges 1 tbs olive oil 3 tsp chipotle seasoning 8 small flour tortillas 400g can black beans,…

carrot cake PANCAKES This nifty idea is worth bottling! Prepare a 375g bottle of pancake mix according to packet directions. Pour the mixture into a large bowl. Add 1 cup finely grated carrot and 1 tsp ground cinnamon. Stir to combine. Cook ⅓ cupfuls of mixture in a large greased non-stick frying pan for 1½ minutes each side or until risen and golden brown. Top with spreadable cream cheese, long thin ribbons of carrot and chopped pecans. Drizzle over maple syrup.…

bunny MINI COBS The cob craze hits Easter! Cut tops off 3 jumbo bread rolls, reserving 2 tops for heads. Scoop out inside of 2 of the rolls. Cut remaining top into 4 ears. Melt 1½ cups white choc melts. Place 1½ cup desiccated coconut on a plate. Dip outside of rolls and crust-side of heads in white choc then coconut. Dip cut-side of ears in choc then stick a Pocky Strawberry Flavour to each ear. Make strawberry mousse following packet directions. Spoon into rolls. Place in fridge for 1 hour. Use choc to stick heads to rolls and ears to back of heads. Decorate with lollies. (Makes 2 cobs.)…

See our wine suggestion on page 125 clinkers white chocolate rocky road serves 16 | prep 5 mins (+ 2 hours chilling) cooking 5 mins E 1 Grease a 20cm (base size) square cake pan. Line base and sides with baking paper, allowing paper to overhang 2cm above sides. 2 Combine the Clinkers, marshmallows and coconut in a bowl. 3 Place the chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on Medium, stirring with a metal spoon every 30 seconds, for 2-3 minutes or until smooth. Pour over the Clinkers mixture then stir to combine. 4 Spoon the mixture into prepared pan, pressing down with a spatula. Place in the fridge for 2 hours or until set. Cut into squares to serve. This is as easy as melting chocolate and pouring over…

CHOC-MINT Choc-mint is all the rage right now, spreading far and wide into many aisles of the supermarket. Beyond the likes of chocolate, you can catch this retro flavour combo mixed through your favourite ice-cream, muesli bars, and even yoghurt! We searched the shelves to find the very best of the choc-mint trend. Here are our faves. Pana Organic Mint Chocolate Chip Dairy Free Ice Cream, $5.50 Made with coconut milk, this peppermint oil-infused ice-cream is swirled with crunchy chips of Pana’s smooth vegan dark chocolate. Gluten free too, we’re happy to tuck into this plant-based tub. Carman’s Limited Edition Protein Dark Choc Mint Crunch, $6.30 Roasted peanuts, crunchy biscuit and mint pieces on a bed of dark chocolate, these protein bars are a tasty pick-me-up for kids and adults…

fudge factor If your favourite part of a Drumstick is the chocolate ‘nugget’ at the end of the cone, you’re going to scream for their new Fudge ice-cream! As well as the signature choc-tip, these new flavours are stuffed full of gooey chocolate fudge, so you can get that choc hit from the first bite. Find a four-pack of Drumstick Fudge S’Mores or Choc Hazelnut in the supermarket freezer, $8.40. love you to PIECES If the way to their heart is through their stomach, make this romantic gesture! The Springhill Farm Persian Love Slice is inspired by Legendary lovers. This bar is full of contrasting flavours: spiced white chocolate, zesty citrus and tart raspberry – opposites do attract after all... $13.95 at springhillfarm.com.au. STAR SNACK STACK Just when we thought…

RAY OF LIGHT Savour sweet, tropical Australian Pineapple. Loaded with antioxidants and nutrients, pineapple is an easy way to up the ante in your favourite snack, dessert and cocktail. Enjoy the flavour of Aussie summer – all year round. Head to australianpineapples.com.au. MAIN SQUEEZE Turbocharge the taste of sushi and sashimi with S&B Wasabi Paste 43g. Packed in a squeezable tube that you can take just about anywhere, this wasabi combines nicely with mayo to create a spicy dipping sauce or spread for burgers. Add it to Japanese soups or salad dressing for a bit of a kick. See more at snbjapanesefood.com.au. TOP OF THE MORNING Try a twist on an Aussie icon. Weet-Bix Gluten Free Coconut & Cinnamon combines a gluten-free ancient grain with coconut rice puffs and cinnamon.…

Muffin pan mac ‘n’ cheese cups Easy cheesy lunch box fillers. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Love these for lunch boxes. They’re great for picnics too! @PEARL59 Easy to make and the kids loved them – I did too! A great little meal or snack. @KWRIGGLESWORTH I keep a batch in the freezer. So good for lazy afternoon teas. @DRPRETTY Healthier chicken Diane Still creamy, just better for you. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Yum yum! And didn’t feel bad about going for seconds! @FRIDGETUNER Absolutely beautiful. Even my son loved it! @HEZZIEHORROR Yummy! Added spinach and mushrooms with chicken to boost the vegies. @MATAMU1976 Giant slow cooker golden syrup dumpling The appliance does all the work. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Very quick to get into the slow cooker.…

This family-sized prize could be yours! The Philips Viva Airfryer XXL has a whopping 1.4kg capacity – you can roast an entire chicken in this thing! The clever design of the appliance, worth $429, means you can bake, grill, roast and reheat – all with next to no oil. To go in the running, make our cover star and share a picture of your creation with us. I want to be floored by your choc chequerboard and clearly defined layers of mousse slice heaven! CELEBRITY JUDGE Terms and conditions: Entries open 00:01 (AEDT) 10/3/22 and close 23:59 (AEST) 3/4/22. Open to Australian residents only. Winners determined 14:00 (AEST) 7/4/22 at NewsLifeMedia Pty Ltd, 2 Holt Street, Surry Hills, NSW 2010. Winners’ names published in taste.com.au magazine June 2022. Total prize…

papaya brekky boats It’s all smooth sailing with this quick and easy fruit salad! Halve a papaya. Remove seeds and discard. Fill each half with coconut yoghurt. Sprinkle with chopped fresh raspberries, grated lime rind, toasted shredded coconut, mixed seeds, chopped pistachios and chia seeds. Drizzle over fresh passionfruit pulp to serve. BEST OF APRIL fruit blackberries fig grapes papaya pomegranate star fruit vegies beetroot broccoli cabbage capsicum eggplant herbs dill oregano rosemary sage tarragon STAR FRUIT KNOW-HOW Star fruit, or carambola, originates from the tropics of Sri Lanka, Indonesia and Malaysia. It is pale yellow to green, with ribbed edges and firm flesh. Crisp and juicy, the flavour is a subtle blend of pear and grape. It is high in potassium and vitamin C, and a source of dietary…

hot cross bun gin cocktail serves 6 | prep 5 mins (+ 5 mins cooling) | cooking 5 mins Q E 2 x 750ml btl apple cider 2 tbs fresh lemon juice 6 cinnamon sticks 1 tsp ground nutmeg 2 pink lady apples, thickly sliced 250ml (1 cup) gin Thinly sliced lemon, to serve 1 Place the cider, lemon juice, cinnamon and nutmeg in a saucepan over high heat. Bring to the boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 2 minutes or until aromatic. 2 Add the apple slices to the pan. Set aside for 5 minutes to cool. Pour in the gin and stir until combined. Divide the cocktail among serving glasses. Serve with Lemon slices. Prefer a different spirit? Mix it up with vodka, spiced rum or…

We’ve scoured the internet to find the best air fryer deals for you, so you can try out Australia’s hottest appliance without spending a fortune. Every single one of these comes in under $100 and are getting glowing reviews for their functionality, appearance and durability. Anko by Kmart 5.3L Air Fryer This one is basic, but those who own the Kmart air fryer say it’s all they need. With a removable frying basket, timer setting and overheat protection, it has earned more than 1000 rave reviews. $89 from Kmart. Kitchen Couture 3.4L Air Fryer Lightweight and easy to clean – plus the most affordable in our round-up – this is a winner in the budget air fryer stakes. One review on the Myer website says it’s ‘amazing for the price…

Pig in the House 2020 Shiraz, $25 This might be the most perfectly named wine for Easter decadence, but behind the name lies a fresh and vibrant shiraz. Made from fruit sourced from organic vineyards in Canowindra NSW, it comes fully loaded with tart cherry and milk chocolate flavour. DRINK IT WITH Mexican, coffee desserts. Innocent Bystander NV Prosecco, $20 From weekend brunches to starlit dinners, this King Valley prosecco will see you through Easter in style. Clean, crisp and dry with hints of pear and white nectarine, it adds effortless sparkle wherever it goes. DRINK IT WITH carrot cake, seafood. Pizzini 2021 Brachetto, $20 If you like your bubbles on the sweeter side, make this your go-to drink. Similar to a pink moscato, it’s elegant, pale, refreshing and only…

Michelle Q What’s the best way to coat truffles in chocolate? When coating truffles with chocolate, it is important that the chocolate coating on the outside will set hard, so you get that super thin crispy chocolate shell. With most chocolates you will need to use a technique called tempering, which sets chocolate at room temperature. It can be tricky to get right. To temper chocolate, melt evenly-sized pieces of chocolate in a heatproof bowl over a saucepan of boiling water until it reaches 45°C on a cook’s thermometer. Remove the bowl and sit in another bowl filled with cold water. Stir constantly until the temperature of the chocolate drops to 27°C. Return the bowl to the pan of simmering water and heat, stirring constantly, until it reaches 32°C. Your…

SCHUPFNUDEL WITH GARLIC BUTTER Schupf-what? If crunchy roasted spuds and garlic bread had a baby, it would be these buttery German potato noodles! They’re easy too – just mix, roll and fry! SCAN THE QR CODE TO WATCH THE RECIPE VIDEO AIR FRYER STICKY CHICKEN BITES Like chicken nuggets, only better! Doused in a mouth-watering sticky chilli sauce, these crispy morsels take just 15 minutes to prep! SCAN THE QR CODE TO WATCH THE RECIPE VIDEO CHOC-MINT AFFOGATO Enjoy the flavour of the moment in liquid form with this delicious blend of chocolate Baileys and choc-mint ice-cream, topped with Peppermint Crisp, of course. SCAN THE QR CODE TO WATCH THE RECIPE VIDEO…

OUT NOW! RETRO BAKING If you love the desserts Nanna used to make, Retro Baking will wow you from the first mouthful of saucy pudding to the last delectable slice crumb! Expect an abundance of fruit, cream and custard, along with cakes and slices featuring the chocolate bars and lollies we grew up with. It’s available from supermarkets, newsagencies or taste.com.au/cookbooks. Get a sneak peek on page 106. the HOT HAND Who said jaffles don’t make a chic lunch? This cute handbagshaped sandwich toaster from Salter would beg to differ. Finished with diamond embossing and rose gold accents, it preheats in just three minutes. Scan the QR code below to check it out. number bun Get something nourishing in your belly before you dig into the Easter bunny’s spoils with…

Ever heard of a 99 Flake? It’s what they used to call an ice-cream cone topped with a small Flake bar. We’re channelling this old-school treat in a no-bake cheesecake with some serious Flake decoration! SCAN THE QR CODE TO WATCH THE RECIPE VIDEO Slow cooker season has begun, but did you know you can bake in the appliance? Whip it out for this chocolate cake - you’ve probably got most of the ingredients already in the pantry! 99 flake cheesecake serves 12 | prep 30 mins (+ cooling & 6 hours chilling) E 200g Arnott’s Choc Ripple biscuits 4 plain waffle cones, coarsely broken 100g butter, melted 31 x 14g treat-sized Flake chocolate bars, plus extra, to decorate (see tip) 60ml (¼ cup) boiling water 2½ tsp gelatine powder…

INCIDENTALLY VEGAN STREET COLESLAW drop-kick the jar sauce: that’s the first thing you should know about Nat’s What I Reckon and his style of cooking. His recipes are a fist in the air to protest against ‘boring AF instant, pre-made garbage’. Sydney-based comedian and YouTuber Nat’s What I Reckon shot to fame with his hilarious, no-nonsense cooking videos. Since taking on the challenge of showing us how to cook through lockdown, his channel has reached millions. At taste HQ we’ve struggled not to laugh the whole way through his videos teaching us how to make bang for your buck risotto, fancy pants stew and pool room rissoles. His bad language and tongue-in-cheek style, all while gunning for us to give it a go, are what keep us watching. Check it…

SCAN THE QR CODE FOR MORE CHOCCY RECIPES german chocolate cake serves 12 | prep 40 mins (+ cooling & 30 mins chilling) | cooking 1 hour 30 mins 645g (3 cups) caster sugar 450g (3 cups) plain flour 95g (1 cup) cocoa powder 3 tsp bicarbonate of soda 1½ tsp baking powder 1 tsp table salt 3 eggs 375ml (1½ cups) buttermilk 375ml (1½ cups) vegetable oil 375ml (1½ cups) boiling water 2 tsp vanilla extract 150g pecans McKenzie’s Moist Flakes Coconut and caramel spread, to decorate coconut pecan filling 215g (1 cup) caster sugar 250ml (1 cup) evaporated milk 3 eggs yolks, lightly whisked 125g unsalted butter, chopped 130g (2 cups) McKenzie’s Moist Flakes Coconut 150g pecans, roughly chopped 1 tsp vanilla extract chocolate buttercream 450g unsalted butter,…

rice bubbles EASTER EGGS It’s rainbow Rice Bubbles treat time! Combine 3 cups Kellogg’s Rice Bubbles and ⅓ cup desiccated coconut in a large bowl. Melt 1OOg marshmallows and 60g butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Pour over Rice Bubbles mixture. Stir until just combined. Generously grease hands with melted butter. Roll slightly heaped ½ cupfuls of mixture into egg shapes. Place on a Lined baking tray. Refrigerate for 1 hour to set. Dip halfway in melted white choc melts then in rainbow sprinkles. Return to tray. Chill for 10 more minutes to set.…

This mix of leafy Asian greens – tatsoi, Chinese broccoli and buk choy – has a buttery texture and a mild, slightly peppery flavour. They’re a fabulous way to add a splash of vibrant green to your cooking. Serve as a nourishing side for Asian-inspired meals or stir-fry with garlic, oyster sauce and a dash of chilli with steamed rice for an easy dinner. Fast growing, Asian vegies are ready to eat in a matter of weeks. Here’s how to grow your very own. step-by-step Asian greens ✻ Sow seeds in a sunny or partly shaded garden bed or pot. ✻Before sowing, enrich the soil by digging in some organic soil improver. Sow seeds 5mm deep and keep the soil moist. Seedlings will emerge within seven days. ✻ Feed the…

caramilk anzac cheesecake serves 10 | prep 40 mins (+ overnight chilling & 2 hours cooling) | cooking 1 hour E 200g Anzac biscuits, plus 2, extra, crushed 100g butter, melted, cooled 500g cream cheese, at room temperature, chopped 70g (⅓ cup) caster sugar 60g (⅓ cup, lightly packed) brown sugar 3 eggs 300ml ctn thickened cream 180g pkt Cadbury Caramilk chocolate, melted, cooled Whipped cream, to serve Cadbury Twirl Caramilk chocolate bar, diagonally sliced, to serve Golden syrup, to drizzle 1 Invert the base of a 20cm (base size) round springform pan then grease and line with baking paper. Secure base back in the pan, allowing paper to overhang the edge. Grease the side of pan and line with baking paper. 2 Place biscuits in a food processor. Process…