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Raspberry Crumble Breakfast Bars

Posted on May 23, 2011 by Michelle

I am wondering why these bars are called breakfast bars because aside from a handful of oats and fresh raspberries there is not much else that says ‘breakfast’ to me. But no matter because they are very good and there … Continue reading →

Posted in Biscuits/Cookies/Slices/Bars, Breakfast, Fruit, Morning Teas/High Teas, Picnic Food | 3 Comments

Shakshuka

Posted on May 19, 2011 by Michelle

My mum arrived last night – all the way from Australia and in much need of a rest after a gruelling 24 hour plane flight. Her body clock is all over the place and as we were planning to have … Continue reading →

Posted in Breakfast, Vegetarian | 3 Comments

Brioche

Posted on May 18, 2011 by Michelle

When I posted my recipe for Apple & Prune Brioche a while ago, I wrote of my love for the sweet bread from France. It is true that I do not eat it as much as I used too, but … Continue reading →

Posted in Breads, Breakfast | 1 Comment

Hot Cross Buns

Posted on April 22, 2011 by Michelle

Up until now every Easter has been the same. Me, getting up at the crack of dawn to make Hot Cross Buns – pummelling my way through a truckload of dough, making awkward looking crosses, ceremoniously taking them out of … Continue reading →

Posted in Breads, Breakfast, Morning Teas/High Teas | 6 Comments

Blini with Smoked Salmon & Roe

Posted on April 16, 2011 by Michelle

I have had more unappealing blinis in my cocktailing years than I would like to admit and I have often wondered how something so simple can go so horribly wrong but I think some of it has to do with … Continue reading →

Posted in Breakfast, Morning Teas/High Teas, Nibbles & hors d'oeuvres, Picnic Food, Seafood, Starters | 1 Comment

Croque Monsieur

Posted on April 12, 2011 by Michelle

Many years ago (before Mr Man and children), occasionally my friend Lizzie and I would take off to Melbourne for a couple of days to take in the sites. This involved walking the streets, shopping and more importantly eating and … Continue reading →

Posted in Breakfast, Sandwiches | 1 Comment

Sweet Corn Fritters

Posted on January 12, 2011 by Michelle

   I did not intend to make these today but I realised this morning that I had a fridge full of corn and needed to offload a couple of ears at least. I also had a play date planned for my … Continue reading →

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Fritelli Con Conserva Di Fragole (mini Doughnuts with Strawberry Jam)

Posted on December 21, 2010 by Michelle

  I must confess that I had every intention of making something Christmasy today, but these got the better of me. Having said that, when I glanced quickly at the photo I posted they almost looked Christmas like – the dusty white … Continue reading →

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Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins

Posted on November 12, 2010 by Michelle

Mr Pumpkin has finally got the better of me and I am now ‘pumpkinised’. It’s true, for the last couple of weeks I have been avoiding pumpkins with a steely determination. Turning a blind eye to those ‘come hither’ looks … Continue reading →

Posted in Breakfast, Cakes, Vegetables | 3 Comments

Apple & Prune Brioche

Posted on September 21, 2010 by Michelle

When Marie Antoinette uttered those infamous words ‘ let them eat cake’ during the French revolution she was referring to brioche. Brioche is a rich buttery bread originating from France, it has a golden flakey crust and a slightly sweet … Continue reading →

Posted in Breads, Breakfast, Fruit, Morning Teas/High Teas | 3 Comments