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Creamy Garlic Prawns

On Mothers Day I had a craving for some really creamy garlic prawns, so hubby and Miss Tween spoilt me by cooking some for dinner. It was so delicious, and I literally had to laugh out loud when hubby found a recipe and it only required on large clove or garlic, he wanted it to…

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Mexican Layer Dip

Mexican layer dip is a great dish to bring along to BBQ’s.  It is always a crowd pleaser. Mexican Layer Dip   Print Prep time 10 mins Total time 10 mins   Author: Katrina Cuisine: Entertaining Ingredients 2 packets of corn chips 450g can refried beans 35g packet taco season mix ½ cup sour cream…

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Milo and Coconut Cookies

I love finding recipes that can be made straight from the pantry.  By that I mean no need to buy something special for the grocery store.  This simple and tasty milo and coconut cookie recipe is just that.  I quickly made a batch of these so the kids had something to snack on before an…

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Quick Shepherd’s Pie

As winter approaches we are start to enjoy the casseroles and pies.  My hubby cooked this Shepherd’s Pie for us, something quick and easy for him to prepare.  I would say he put too much cheese on top, but I’m not complaining!!!! Quick Weeknights Shepherd’s Pie   Print Prep time 10 mins Cook time 30…

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Banana Choc Chip Cookies

Banana Choc Chip Cookies   Print Prep time 10 mins Cook time 12 mins Total time 22 mins   Author: Katrina Serves: 40 Ingredients 180g butter, softened 1 cup brown sugar 1 egg 1 tsp vanilla extract 1½ cups plain flour ½ tsp bicarb soda 1 tsp cinnamon 3 bananas, mashed 1 cup dark chocolate…

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Chocolate Caramel Slice

I had a craving, I haven’t made Chocolate caramel slice is so long, which is a good thing, because it’s so morish and easy to eat. Chocolate Caramel Slice   Print Author: Katrina Cuisine: Slice Ingredients Base 1 cup SR Flour 1 cup desiccated coconut 1 cup brown sugar, firmly packed 125g butter, melted Filling…

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Fish Stew

I’ve been trying to add more fish into our weekly meal plans, and coming up with different and creative ways of serving it.  We had a super storm here during the week, wet, cold and miserable and a stew with some crusty bread was the perfect comfort food. I followed the directions of this recipe from taste.com.au,…

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Salmon with Coconut Thai Curry Sauce

We are trying to add a bit more fresh fish to our meal plan.  I love salmon, actually I’m  happy to have it simply seasoned with salt and pepper, but when I made this meal I thought some curry sauce would team together nicely with the rice and vegetables.  It was very tasty!   Salmon…

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Easter Choc Ripple Cake

I made a chocolate ripple cake for our guests at Christmas, it was easy to put together and so very tasty.  So I thought I’d make an Easter version for an Easter gathering we were having.  You will need overnight (or 6 hours) to let it sit, but it should only take you 10 minutes…

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