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    Fried-Prawns-in-pepper-garlic-sauce-FEATURED

    Prawns in garlic & pepper sauce

    Use up leftover Christmas prawns in this tasty light dinner. Be sure that the prawns have been continuously refrigerated before use.
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    Submitted by
    The FoodWise Kitchen
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    Turkey & ham club sandwich

    Use up those Christmas Day leftovers with this super easy club sandwich. Be sure to use good quality bread and accompany with a simple slaw, dressing and potato wedges on the side.
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    Submitted by
    The FoodWise Kitchen
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    Spelt salad with squash and fennel

    This substantial grainy salad makes a lovely autumn/winter lunch or supper.
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    Cinnamon toast

    This winter warmer is a family favourite. Try this with a hot chocolate and a teddy bear.
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    Submitted by
    Neil Perry
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    Kidney bean chilli with cornbread

    Cornbread is different from doughy breads - this one has a great bready texture to soak up the chilli sauce, but it’s no harder to make than any mix ’n’ bake muffin.
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    Submitted by
    Callum Hann
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    Black bean, corn and avocado tostadas

    A vegan version of the Mexican tostadas, this meal is refreshing and light with an added crunch from the toasted tortillas.
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    Submitted by
    Katinka Day
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    Bulgar, spinach and apricot pilaf

    Adding a twist to the Middle-Eastern Pilaf by replacing rice with the more chewy bulgar wheat grains, this is a meal that is filled with sharp flavours and interesting textures. Great as a meal on its own but also works really well as an accompaniment to curries and stews.
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    Submitted by
    Katinka Day
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    Wild rice salad with roasted hazelnuts

    This dish just bounces with texture and colour. Drizzle with a generous serving of the tangy cranberry dressing for a play on traditional rice salads.
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    Submitted by
    Katinka Day
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    Bread and butter pudding with apricot paste

    Make the most of Christmas panetttone or leftover bread with Maggie Beer's delicious bread and butter pudding - a classic recipe for using up everything in the kitchen.
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    Submitted by
    Maggie Beer
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    Spicy baked beans

    A great little dish that works well as a casual meal at home or as a packed lunch for those constantly on the go.
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    Submitted by
    Katinka Day
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    Turkey, Prawn and Mango Salad

    A celebration of National Leftovers Day, this salad uses ingredients from hybrid Aussie-British Christmas dinner. It'll clean out classic Christmas leftovers from your fridge in no time.
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    Submitted by
    Christie Connelly
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    Chicken-style & mayo panini

    This twist on traditional panini and bruschetta will surely fill you up with its simple and fresh ingredients. Enjoy as a dish on its own or with a simple salad.
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    Submitted by
    Wally and Debbie Fry
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    Spice-coated flathead fillets

    Flathead is such a lovely eating fish - sweet, white, moist, and not at all ‘fishy’. This is terrific served with mashed potatoes and a simple green salad.
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    Submitted by
    Belinda Jeffery
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    Pesto Quinoa Salad

    A colourful, warm and hearty pesto quinoa salad makes a great veggie-packed work lunch or family dinner. When it’s the depths of winter and you’re dreaming of ripe tomatoes, corn and fresh herbs, this Pesto Quinoa Salad may be just the culinary break you need.
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    Submitted by
    CERES Fair Food
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    Spiced Pumpkin Bread

    Spiced pumpkin bread can be made into a loaf for slicing, or portion-sized muffins. Great warmed, with a good smear of goat’s cheese. This delightful savoury winter snack or breakfast treat is made using a blend of low and gluten free flours.
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    Submitted by
    CERES Fair Food
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    Chicken Pasta with Fry’s Chicken-Style Strips

    Pasta is perfect mid-week fare. Toss in meat-free strips with a generous serving of vegies and pasta for an easy, satisfying family dinner.
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    Submitted by
    Wally and Debbie Fry
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    Meat Free Lanieres de Poulet

    This dish is a wonderful demonstration of South Africa's multicultural landscape, combining classic French ingredients like thyme and butter with African spices.
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    Submitted by
    Wally and Debbie Fry
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    Chakchouka

    This must be the vegetarian equivalent to bacon and eggs as hangover food. The name alone makes you want to sit up and take notice.
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    Submitted by
    Ross Dobson
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    French-style lamb and barley stew

    This hearty stew makes a great one pot meal that goes a long way with the addition of barley.
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    Submitted by
    Ghillie James
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    Pork fillet with prunes, mustard and barley

    This is a delicious variation of the classic combination of pork with prunes and mustard sauce, with the barley and greens cutting the richness.
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    Submitted by
    Ghillie James
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    Cream chicken and mushroom pie

    Humble and hearty, this meat-free pie is a perfect meal to be enjoyed at any family dinner - especially Mondays.
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    Submitted by
    Wally and Debbie Fry
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    Don’t drop the turkey salad

    Take leftover turkey in any international direction you like in this summer inspired salad.
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    Submitted by
    Alice Zaslavsky
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    Noodle stir-fry

    The stir fry really is the perfect mid-week meal. This gorgeous looking dish is packed with protein and green veggies to keep your energy levels high.
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    Submitted by
    Wally and Debbie Fry
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    Salmon with sprouts, bacon & mustard cream sauce

    This is a real comfort dish, one that leaves you feeling satisfied and sleepy.
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    Submitted by
    Alex Mackay
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    Carrot, faro, coriander, mint and orange soup

    Combining the sweetness of carrots, with the rich aromatic flavours of cumin and coriander, this soup is almost a complete meal.
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    Submitted by
    Simon Bryant
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    Penne with smoked salmon and asparagus

    Easy mid week meal and full of flavour.
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    Submitted by
    Fast Ed
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    Pork and orange rosemary skewers

    Try these barbecued aromatic skewers - no bamboo or metal utensils required!
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    Submitted by
    Fast Ed
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    Potato and Lentil Pie

    Few things in life are better than a crispy potato topping on a good pie. Think it's a big call? Get your hands into this recipe.
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    Submitted by
    Olivia Newton-John
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    Pumpkin soup

    Fast Ed shares his three simple rules for cooking the perfect pumpkin soup.
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    Submitted by
    Fast Ed
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    Corn fritters

    Here is a fool-proof recipe for a dish which has become a staple breakfast dish in cafés across the country.
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    Submitted by
    Fast Ed
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    Braised chicken with two olives

    Like all Italian recipes - this is about quality ingredients speaking for themselves. Unfussy and delicious.
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    Submitted by
    Fast Ed
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    Turkey nachos

    Fast Ed's take on nachos - a dish that he avoided cooking for decades...
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    Submitted by
    Fast Ed
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    Iranian chicken and walnut stew

    Try this Iranian classic. It's remarkable, inspiring and unforgettably delicious. Just what great food is supposed to be.
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    Submitted by
    Fast Ed
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    Ricotta hotcakes with creamed honey mascarpone and tropical salsa

    As opposed to it's cousins the pancake and the flapjack, the hotcake is light and fluffy. An irresistible breakfast.
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    Submitted by
    Fast Ed
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    Janella Purcell’s Ultimate Breakfast Smoothie

    A breakfast bursting with things to fuel your body throughout the day.
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    Submitted by
    Janella Purcell
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    Devil’s food cake

    Developed in the early 20th century as a counterpart to the more traditional Angel Food cake, Devil’s Food cake is rich, moist and has a slightly dense crumb.
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    Submitted by
    Fast Ed
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    Christmas pudding

    Remember to start your xmas pud early - the precess takes at least a week as the fruits have to marinate and steep.
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    Submitted by
    Fast Ed
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    Classic roast chicken with perfect stuffing

    Fast Ed's roast chook is trussed so as to retain moisture in the breast, which tends to cook faster than the thigh.
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    Submitted by
    Fast Ed
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    Portabellini mushroom risotto

    Don't be turned off by the stirring involved in this mushroom risotto - like any recipe needing a little patience, it's more than worth the wait.
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    Submitted by
    Wally and Debbie Fry
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    Spaghetti carbonara

    Carbonara is only 60 years old but it's such a staple it's as familiar as our beloved Bolognese.
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    Submitted by
    Fast Ed
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    Blueberry pancakes

    We challenge you to find what could be better than waking up to the sweet smell of blueberry pancakes on a Sunday morning...
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    Double choc crackle cookies

    These cookies are crispy on the outside, and brownie-like on the inside... Just divine!
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    Braised veal breast with pistachios

    Pistachios are an excellent match for veal. This dish must simmer for 4 hours so allow plenty of time to prepare.
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    Submitted by
    Fast Ed
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    Penne with broccoli, mascarpone and dolcelatte

    Quite simply, this is an irresistible pasta sauce with hazelnuts pitching in for added crunch.
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    Paella with shellfish and lemon aspen fruit

    Vic Cherikoff's paella is made with snapper, scallops, prawns and squid. The seafood is dry fried or barbecued first to get the smoky paella flavour.
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    Submitted by
    Vic Cherikoff
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    Chicken curry

    An easy to follow recipe for those intimidated by the idea of making a complicated curry.
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    Submitted by
    Fast Ed
    Quick Tuna, Corn and Puff Pastry Pin Wheels

    Quick tuna, corn and puff pastry pin wheels

    The two elements here are puff pastry and stuffing. Takes 15 mins to cook. Serve warm or cold with a side of dipping sauce.
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    Submitted by
    Martyna Candrick
    {5 ingredients} Grilled Turkey and Peach Salad

    Grilled turkey and peach salad

    To speed up the preparation process, use fresh turkey breast steaks pre-sliced.
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    Submitted by
    Martyna Candrick
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    Vegetarian lasagne

    Lasagna... enough said. This one uses zucchini, eggplant, tomatoes and lotsa cheese.
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    No meat balls

    Adaptable for pastas, canapes, hamburgers or just to eat on their own, No Meat Balls make a very nice alternative to their more famous cousin, the meat ball.
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    Submitted by
    Wally and Debbie Fry
    {5 ingredients} Pork in a ginger and shallot broth

    Pork in a ginger and shallot broth

    Five ingredients is all you need for this fresh, gluten free dish. Use any kind of noodles you have for a quick, nourishing meal.
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    Submitted by
    Martyna Candrick
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    Basmati rice risotto

    This dish from Tomislav explodes with flavour. It's topped with grilled king prawns.
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    Submitted by
    Tomislav Martinovic
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    Penne with mushrooms and oregano

    Use any mushrooms you have or like and experiment with different herbs.
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    Submitted by
    Luke Mangan
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    Twice baked goats’ cheese soufflé

    A creamy soufflé treat. Cream is added before second baking.
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    Submitted by
    Mark McCluskey
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    Lamingtons

    Warning: this classic Australian cake will not last long in your kitchen.
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    Submitted by
    Fast Ed
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    Pan-fried kingfish with creamy mashed potatoes

    Whether a Friday night dinner party, or Sunday afternoon barbie – Kingfish is the go.
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    Submitted by
    Fast Ed
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    Mix and bake coconut, oat and apple slice

    Super quick and easy cake that’s made in one bowl and tastes delicious!
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    Submitted by
    Martyna Candrick
    Custom Breakfast Smoothie (vegan, no added sugar)

    Custom breakfast smoothie (vegan, no added sugar)

    A super quick and nutritious breakfast drink that can be customised to your liking.
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    Submitted by
    Martyna Candrick
    Chocolate crackers with peanut butter filling (gluten free)

    Chocolate crackers with peanut butter filling (gluten free)

    Stored in an airtight container, these delicious little treats can be kept for up to a week.
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    Submitted by
    Martyna Candrick
    Eggless Pork Meatballs in Rice Noodle Soup

    Eggless pork meatballs in rice noodle soup

    This Asian inspired dish can be made into a gluten and dairy free version if you wish.
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    Submitted by
    Martyna Candrick
    Pearl Barley (+ Cacao) Porridge

    Pearl barley (+ cacao) porridge

    Great way to start the day by adding wholegrains in your diet.
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    Submitted by
    Martyna Candrick
    Low-Fat Wedge Salad with Smoked Tomatoes

    Low-fat wedge salad with smoked tomatoes

    A light low-fat wedge salad alternative. If you can’t get buttermilk, you can make your own easily.
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    Submitted by
    Martyna Candrick
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    Wagyu scotch fillet with eggplant jungle curry

    This dish will make many eggplant-averse diners change their mind!
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    Submitted by
    Fast Ed
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    Tarragon chicken breasts with grapes

    This is a creamy dish, all cooked in a single pan.
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    Submitted by
    Maggie Beer
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    Scones

    The classic morning tea. Serve with jam and cream, of course.
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    Submitted by
    Annie Smithers
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    Sunday night pot-roasted chicken with mushrooms and bacon

    A perfect way to end the week with friends or family. This roast chook is a creamy, juicy delight.
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    Submitted by
    Annie Smithers
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    Gnocchi parisienne

    Perfect winter comfort food. Baked creamy, cheesy deliciousness to warm your soul.
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    Submitted by
    Annie Smithers
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    Milk-fed lamb roasted with tuscan potato chunks & mashed peas

    A classic lamb roast, enough to feed and impress a large gathering.
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    Submitted by
    Sean Moran
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    Rigatoni with spicy Italian salami, baby tomatoes, olives and capers

    A simple but intensely flavoured pasta dish for lunch or dinner. Serve with an unfussy salad.
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    Submitted by
    Curtis Stone
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    South African bobotie

    Bobotie is a South African dish usually made with spiced meat - this version is as meat free friendly as they come.
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    Submitted by
    Wally and Debbie Fry
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    Leftover pudding

    What to do with leftover pudding? Here's an idea!
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    Submitted by
    Valli Little
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    Mum’s butterfly cakes

    A gorgeous and tasty addition to any afternoon tea!
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    Submitted by
    Kylie Kwong
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    Steamed snapper with asparagus and ginger

    A wonderfully fresh and healthy dinner, very quickly prepared.
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    Submitted by
    Fast Ed
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    Portuguese custard tarts

    While you can’t exactly replicate their methods at home, there are a few tricks that will give you an almost-perfect homemade Portuguese custard tart.
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    Submitted by
    Fast Ed
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    Upside-down apple cake

    You’ll probably have all the ingredients already, this cake’s delicious and easy to put together.
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    Submitted by
    Fast Ed

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