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Braised Iberico Pork with Tomatoes, Chorizo, Thyme & Black Olives
I am going through a little chorizo phase, where many of the dishes I have cooked of late contain this wonderfully spicy sausage. From Suzanne Goin’s Lamb stuffed with Chorizo and Olives to Nano Crespo’s Cannelini Bean Stew with Chorizo … Continue reading
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French Onion Soup
It’s raining cats and dogs here in New York City and all I can think about is French Onion Soup. For no reason. other than I think it is the perfect thing to have on such a ‘stay inside and … Continue reading
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Irish Stew
When I was growing up there was an urban myth going around, that the Irish put soiled socks in their stews for flavour – now keep in mind that I grew up in Australia so it may have been one … Continue reading
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Syrian Chicken
My sister in law introduced me to Syrian chicken a couple of years ago – a wonderful dish from the Middle East with a warm medley of nourishing flavours that include hints of herbs and fruit. An incredibly satisfying … Continue reading
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Baked Eggplant, Pine Nut & Gruyere Moussaka
I recently re-connected with my old friend Roberta, I was happy (but not surprised) to see she was running the Sydney Seafood School (superbly) and deeply entrenched in the food industry with two books under her belt and a host … Continue reading
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Lasagna with Chicken, Wild Mushrooms, and Fontina Cheese
I was pottering around the kitchen this morning when I suddenly realised it was Australia Day today and I should be making some quintessential Australian fare, instead of a chicken lasagne – which, if served on such an auspicious occasion, would … Continue reading
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Cassoulet
Stop right there! Just before you get carried away with thought of a cassoulet for tonights dinner, I should let you know it is going to take a couple of days (and another two if you make your own duck … Continue reading
Mushroom and pearl barley soup (minestra di orzo e funghi)
I miss the snow! After four Chicago Winters and a White Christmas (and then some) in New York last year I am now feeling a little tetchy and wondering when I am going to make my next snow angel – call … Continue reading
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Twice Cooked Veal Shanks with Mushrooms & Sage
I am back in NYC and it is chilly to say the least. My holiday in Australia came to an abrupt end and we soon found ourselves on a plane, returning to the US and feeling a little gloomy having … Continue reading
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Beef Stroganoff
I grew up in a place and an era that allowed me enormous freedom. After breakfast we would leave the house and return briefly for lunch and then eventually for dinner. Our back yard stretched beyond the confines of our … Continue reading
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