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LEAN CUISINE BOWLS

Lean Cuisine bowls offer a range of nutritious & delicious meals designed to support a balanced lifestyle. Available in a range of flavours that provide a good source of protein, 2 serves of vegetables and a 4-star health rating. Lean Cuisine Bowls, the perfect choice for lunch or dinner, just bring a fork!

Coaldale Walnuts Walnut Oil is made by cold pressing walnut kernel in a process that results in a rich and subtly sweet nutty flavour.

Perfect for a wide variety of dishes, the light, sweet taste of walnut oil is delicious dipped with crusty bread, or used as a dressing for salad, vegetables, or pasta Walnut oil is renowned for its high omega-3 content, which plays a crucial role in promoting heart health, reducing inflammation, and boosting brain function. It is also loaded with antioxidants.

Aussie made and

ON THE MENU

On The Menu offers a delicious range of Chef Inspired bowls showcasing global cuisines. Flavours such as, Keralan Style Coconut Chicken Curry, Korean BBQ Meatballs, Butter Chicken and Vegetable Pad Thai, there’s a flavour for everyone. Perfect for lunch or dinner, they’re ready in minutes.

ARNOTTS CRACKED PEPPER

Arnotts has added Cracked Pepper Seeded Cracker range, perfect for the grazing platter or snacking. Gluten Free, plant based. Crafted with the utmost care and finest ingredients, Enjoy on their own or as a splendid addition to your grazing board.

NEW CHOBANI FIT FLIP HIGH PROTEIN GREEK YOGURT.

Now with 16 grams of protein per serve and comes in three flavours.

Vanilla Choc Almond

Caramel Choc Peanut

Banana Choc Peanut

LOOK GOOD, TASTE GOOD, FEEL GOOD

You often hear about the latest ‘super foods’ and you can add Australian raspberries and blackberries to that list as they are an excellent source of fibre, key vitamins and minerals, and antioxidant activity, while also being naturally low in energy density.

Selecting Fresh Berries

Raspberries and blackberries can be quite fragile, especially when stored or displayed outside of refrigerated conditions, so it’s important to know what to look for when selecting fruit.

Serves and Portions

The Australian Dietary Guidelines define a serve of fruit as around 150 grams, or one cup, and recommend Australian adults eat two serves of fruit a day.

The recommendation for daily fruit intake for children ranges from half a serve a day for toddlers, increasing to one serve a day for two to three year olds, one and a half for four to eight year olds and two serves a day for children nine and over.

Australian raspberries and blackberries generally come in 125g punnets, which means a likely portion would be 125g as a snack on its own, or a smaller 60g handful included with yoghurt or breakfast cereal for

Antioxidants

THEY ARE PACKED FULL OF PHYTONUTRIENTS WITH ANTIOXIDANT ACTIVITY TO FIGHT FREE RADICALS AND PROTECT AGAINST CANCER AND CELLULAR AGEING:

PHENOLIC ACIDS FLAVONOIDS TANNINS

Good for your gut.

BERRIES ARE BEING STUDIED FOR THEIR POTENTIAL TO HELP WITH WEIGHT MANAGEMENT AND LIFESTYLE RELATED DISEASES

THEY ARE NATURALLY LOW IN ENERGY DENSITY BUT PACKED FULL OF ESSENTIAL NUTRIENTS:

ANTIBACTERIAL PROPERTIES, THE HIGH LEVELS OF ELLAGITANNINS PRESENT IN RASPBERRIES AND BLACKBERRIES ARE REPORTED TO GIVE THEM A HEALTH PUNCH MORE POWERFUL THAN MANY OTHER FRUITS AND VEGETABLES.

Beat the Bulge

The combination of their low energy value and high nutrient benefits, including being an excellent source of dietary fibre to increase satiety, make raspberries and blackberries an excellent choice for weight management eating plans.

RASPBERRIES AND BLACKBERRIES ARE ALSO A GREAT MOOD FOOD

Storing Fresh Berries

Raspberries and blackberries are highly perishable and are best eaten within one or two days of purchase.

Raspberries and blackberries should be stored in the refrigerator, in the punnets in which they were purchased. However to enjoy the best flavour, allow berries to return to room temperature before eating.

Berries can be eaten straight from the punnet and should not be washed before eating as this can damage the fruit, causing it to go ‘mushy’.

If you plan to freeze fresh berries, you must very gently rinse them in cool water and dry in a colander or on paper towels. Following this, place individual berries on a sheet of wax paper and pop in the freezer. Once frozen, transfer the berries into zip lock bags or containers – this way, berries won’t stick together and you can use them as required.

Perfect for lunch or dinner, just bring a fork. Find in the freezer aisle today

BUY AUSTRALIAN MADE, WE ALL WIN

I’d love everyone to join me on Team Australian Made –because no matter what you’re buying, when you buy Australian Made, we all win.

New research from Roy Morgan reveals 73% of Australians would be willing to buy more Australian-made products to avoid reliance on imports, with seven in ten (72%) willing to pay more for locally-made goods.

Australian Made Chief Executive Ben Lazzaro said recent global economic uncertainty and challenging market conditions have highlighted the importance of supporting Australia’s manufacturers and producers.

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“Now is the time for Aussies to help Aussies. When we support our local makers, growers, farmers, and manufacturers, we not only get products made to Australia’s high standards, we can also assist local industries that may be facing reduced exports,” said Lazzaro. Roy Morgan research shows if each household spent an extra $10 weekly on Australianmade products, an additional $5.6 billion would be generated and could create almost 10,000 new jobs.

Coaldale Walnuts was established by Tasmanians Phil and Jane Dening in the 90s, and is now run by their daughter, Sophie and her husband Brad. Together with a small local team of employees they produce a range of quality, award winning walnut products.

As well as growing walnuts, the family business works with other growers in the Coal Valley to process and market the region’s walnuts under the Coaldale brand.

If you’ve only ever tried imported walnuts, you’ll be surprised when you taste a Tasmanian-grown walnut.

“Tasmania’s cool growing season produces a sweeter, creamier flavoured walnut, nothing like the imported walnut kernel most people are used to,” Sophie says.

“Someone recently told me, after they tried our fresh, local walnuts for the first time, that it’s like having an espresso made with freshly-roasted coffee beans, when all you’d ever had before is instant coffee.”

Coaldale Walnuts kernel has won 15 medals at fine food competitions including the Australian Food Awards, Royal Tasmanian Fine Food Awards and the Sydney Fine Food Awards.

“Freshness is key for us. After harvest we store the walnuts in the shell and they keep their freshness beautifully, especially through the Tassie winter, which is essentially natural refrigeration.

PICKLED WALNUTS

“A pickled walnut is made from the very young, green walnut fruit: we pick them in summer, well before the shell has started to form inside the fruit,” Sophie explains. “We pickle them in apple cider vinegar, from Spreyton Cider in Tasmania, along with warm spices and some sugar for balance.

“Our pickled walnuts have won 19 fine food medals, most of them gold, so, needless to say, we’re very proud of the product.”

Pickled walnuts are a unique addition to a cheese or charcuterie platter and can be added to savoury dishes for a depth of flavour.

COALDALE WALNUT OIL

Made by cold pressing walnut kernel in a process that results in a rich and subtly sweet nutty flavour, walnut oil is renowned for its high omega-3 content, which plays a crucial role in promoting heart health, reducing inflammation, and boosting brain function. It is also loaded with antioxidants that help combat oxidative stress in the body, supporting overall immune health and promoting longevity.

Perfect for a wide variety of dishes, the light, sweet taste of walnut oil is delicious dipped with crusty bread, or used as a dressing for salad, vegetables, or pasta.

Substitute imported walnut products for local by choosing

• Coaldale Walnuts Kernels instead of imported walnut kernel from California or Chile

• Buy Coaldale Walnuts products online www.coaldalewalnits.com.au

Pork is so cheap right now, it’s almost suspicious. Walk into any supermarket and you’ll find bacon, ham, and pork cuts selling for less than chicken or beef. But behind the bargain prices is a sobering reality: much of the pork in your fridge isn’t Australian, and our local pig farmers are in crisis.

The flood of cheap imported pork, particularly from the United States, Canada, and Europe, is driving prices down — but not for the benefit of Australian producers. Australia imports around 70–75% of its processed pork products, including ham, bacon, salami, and smallgoods. If it’s cured or cooked, chances are it’s not Australian.

Imported pork is cheap for a reason. Many overseas producers benefit from massive scale, government subsidies, lower feed costs, and far weaker animal welfare standards. This enables them to export pork to Australia at prices local farmers simply can’t compete with — especially as feed costs and labour prices rise here.

The hidden cost behind Your ham sandwich

The result? Australian pig farmers are struggling. Many are operating at a loss, and some have already shut down. The domestic pork industry is now dangerously exposed, and if we lose more producers, Australia could permanently lose the ability to supply its own pork.

But why doesn’t Australia produce enough?

The answer is partly economic. While we produce enough fresh pork for the domestic market, we don’t process enough of it into ham and bacon. That’s because curing and storing pork is expensive, and the local industry has been priced out by global supply chains that rely on bulk freezing, industrial processing, and shipping in massive volumes.

You need to look for the pink “Australian Pork” logo, or wording like “Made from at least 90% Australian ingredients”. Labels like “Made in Australia from imported and local ingredients” often hide the fact that the pork is frozen from overseas.

Buying Australian pork means supporting ethical farming, better animal welfare, local jobs, and regional communities. It’s not just about taste — it’s about sovereignty.

So next time you’re slicing ham or frying bacon, ask yourself: is this feeding your family or someone else’s economy? Because cheap pork comes at a cost — and that cost may be the future of Australian farming.

Brands to trust include:

Don

(only selected products are Australian)

Bertocchi

(look for the Australian-grown symbol)

Bangalow Sweet Pork

SunPork

Sow Stall Free by Australian Pork

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JACK O’ PANCAKES

Bring a little spook to your stack with these Jack o’ Pancakes – fluffy, orange-hued pancakes decorated with chocolate chip jack-o’-lantern faces.

Brought to life by home cook extraordinaire, Camellia Ling Aebischer, they’re the perfect treat for a Halloween breakfast or brunch, fun to make with kids, and just as delicious as they are festive. Serve them warm with your favourite syrup and toppings for a frightfully good start to the day.

INGREDIENTS

1 cup plain flour

2 Tbsp caster sugar 2 tsp baking powder

½ tsp salt 1 cup milk

2 Tbsp neutral oil or melted butter

1 egg

Orange food colouring

Squeeze bottle for the pancake batter

To decorate

Chocolate chips

Syrup and toppings as you like, to serve

RECIPE COURTESY

www.australianeggs.com.au

METHOD

1. In a large bowl, place the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Whisk together to combine.

2. Add the milk, oil and egg, then whisk together to form a loose batter. Add orange food colouring until you reach the desired colour density, then set aside. You can form your pancakes with a ladle, but a squeeze bottle might be easier.

3. To cook, place a large non-stick frying pan over medium heat. There are two ways you can do this. The first is to lay down the batter and place the chocolate chip face down on the wet side, then flip it. Or you can place the chocolate chip face down on the warm pan, then pour batter over it for more definition.

4. Continue making pancakes until all the batter is used up. You should have about 12 hand-sized pancakes.

5. Serve warm with toppings of choice.

CHOC RIPPLE HALLOWEEN CAKE

This dessert is perfect for the spooky season! Use our Arnott’s Choc Ripple biscuits for an easy shortcut to a delicious chooclate cake, with no baking required!

INGREDIENTS

Cake

250g Arnott's Choc Ripple

200ml thickened cream

Ganache

180g dark chocolate

180g thickened cream

Ghosts

100g white chocolate melts

Currants for eyes

METHOD

1. Place cream into a medium bowl, then beat with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form. Spread a small amount of cream onto the base of a serving plate.

2. Spread 1-2 teaspoons of cream on the base of a biscuit, then sandwich with another biscuit. Top the sandwiched biscuits with another 1-2 teaspoons of cream, then another biscuit. Place biscuits on their side onto the serving plate.

3. Repeat the above until all biscuits have been used and form a log.

4. Meanwhile, chop the chocolate into small pieces and place it in a heatproof bowl.

5. Place cream in a small saucepan and heat, ensuring it does not boil. Pour cream over the chocolate and stir until the chocolate is melted. Set aside for 30 minutes or until cool.

6. Whip ganache until light and fluffy. Spread the ganache over the log to thoroughly coat. Chill overnight or for 8 hours.

7. Line a baking tray with paper. Place white melts in a small microwavesafe bowl and heat for 30-second intervals on 60% power until melted.

8. Drop a spoonful of melted chocolate onto a baking tray and use the back of a spoon to spread the chocolate into ghost shapes. Place two currants on each white chocolate ghost for the ghosts’ eyes.

9. Decorate the log with ghosts before serving.

Your baby’s smile is one of the best things in the world and keeping it healthy starts earlier than you might think. Strong, healthy baby teeth are essential for chewing food and learning to speak clearly. Baby teeth hold space for the adult teeth that grow underneath. If a baby tooth is lost too early due to decay, the surrounding teeth can shift, making it harder for adult teeth to fit in the mouth. Brushing baby teeth from the first time they appear, sets the foundation for lifelong oral hygiene and kids who learn to take care of their teeth from a young age are more likely to keep up those habits as adults.

START BEFORE TEETH ARRIVE WHEN THE FIRST TOOTH APPEARS

Even before your baby’s first tooth appears, you can begin building healthy habits. Gently wipe their gums, tongue, and inside cheeks once a day with a soft, damp cloth. This gets them used to having their mouth cleaned and helps remove milk residue.

As soon as that tiny tooth peeks through, it’s time to Use a small, baby-sized toothbrush with soft bristles From 18 months old, you can add a small smear of fluoride specifically for children, unless your dentist recommends earlier due to signs of decay or a higher risk of cavities. child’s teeth twice a day – the best time to do this is and last thing before bed.

to start brushing! bristles and just water. fluoride toothpaste recommends starting cavities. Brush your after breakfast

TEACHING GOOD HABITS

Let your child get involved as soon as they’re curious and can hold a toothbrush. But remember – they’ll need your help until they’re about eight or nine years old. A good rule of thumb: if they can tie their shoelaces and have earned their pen licence at school, they’re probably ready to brush well on their own (with a bit of supervision). Use a toothbrush that fits their mouth and make sure to brush all surfaces of all teeth – front, back, and the chewing tops – with gentle circular motions along the gum line.

MAKE BRUSHING FUN

Some days will be harder than others, but consistency is key. Try turning toothbrushing into a fun routine:

• PLAY their favourite song

• LET THEM PICK a toothbrush with a favourite character

• MAKE A FUN brushing game or use a sticker chart

• GET THE FAMILY INVOLVED - brushing together as a family builds connection and helps them learn through modelling.

WHEN SHOULD I START FLOSSING MY CHILD’S TEETH?

Once two or more teeth touch, toothbrush bristles can’t reach between them, so flossing becomes essential to remove food and plaque from those tight spaces and prevent cavities. It’s helpful to remember that brushing only removes 60% of food particles from teeth and you need to clean in between to remove the other 40%.

HOW TO FLOSS

1. Use soft dental floss or floss picks. These are a piece of floss on a holder which are often easier to manage

2. Gently slide the floss between the teeth and curve it around each tooth in a “C” shape, moving it up and down to clean both sides

3. Be gentle – children's gums may bleed a little at first but this will stop with regular flossing.

TRICK FOR WRIGGLY KIDS

TIPS FOR SUCCESS

1. Make it part of the daily routine –brushing twice a day, flossing once a day

2. Try flossing while they’re lying down or watching TV to make it easier

3. Let them take turns flossing with you to encourage independence and practice.

MOST KIDS DON’T HAVE THE COORDINATION TO FLOSS WELL UNTIL THEY’RE AROUND TEN YEARS OLD, SO THEY’LL NEED YOUR HELP AND SUPERVISION FOR A WHILE.

If your child struggles to keep their mouth open or bites the toothbrush: Brush standing behind your child in front of a mirror so they can see what’s happening young children love watching themselves in a mirror they can “help” while you do the real cleaning to brush your teeth in a “your turn, my turn” game try brushing while they’re lying on the couch or on your lap; the bathroom routine can be just for practice or fun. Very young children don’t need to clean teeth in a bathroom necessarily, particularly if they are wriggly or have additional needs.

• BBQ FOREQUARTER CHOP WITH ASPARAGUS & LEMON RISONI

• BEST ZUCCHINI SLICE

• LAMB MINCE, EGGPLANT AND ROCKET SALAD

• ANZAC CARAMEL APPLE CHEESECAKE

• LOW CARB SUPER GREEN WARM POTATO SALAD

• GREEK INSPIRED LAMB TACOS

• RASPBERRY, BLACKBERRY AND YOGURT JELLY CUPS

LIGHT AND REFRESHING SPRING RECIPES

BBQ FOREQUARTER CHOPS WITH ASPARAGUS & LEMON

RISONI

100 % AUSTRALIAN

INGREDIENTS

4 lamb forequarter chops

2 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp thyme leaves, finely chopped +extra, to serve

1 eschallot, finely diced

2 garlic cloves, crushed

300g risoni pasta

1 bunch asparagus, cut into 3cm lengths

Zest and juice 1 lemon

625ml vegetable stock

2 tbsp sour cream

⅓ cup sun-dried tomatoes, roughly chopped ½ cup frozen peas, thawed

100g goats cheese

Long red chilli, thinly sliced, to serve (optional).

METHOD

1. Place lamb chops, half the oil and thyme in a large snap-lock bag. Heat a large char-grill pan or barbecue over medium-high heat. Cook chops for 4-5 minutes each side, or until cooked to your liking. Rest on a plate loosely covered with foil for 5 minutes.

2. Meanwhile, heat remaining oil in a large non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Add eschallot and cook for 1-2 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Add risoni and stir for 1 minute to coat. Add asparagus and cook for 1 minute. Add lemon juice, lemon zest and stock.

3. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 12-14 minutes or until the pasta is tender, adding more liquid if required.

4. Remove pan from the heat and stir through sour cream, tomatoes and peas.

5. Serve lamb chops with risoni topped with goats cheese, extra thyme and chilli, if desired.

NOTES

• Lamb cutlets, loin chops or lamb leg steaks would also work well in this recipe.

• Swap asparagus for zucchini or broad beans; add some baby spinach or baby rocket to the risoni.

• Swap goats cheese for feta or ricotta; add some olives or capers for a salty hit. PREP 10 MINS SERVES 4 COOK 30 MINS

Recipe courtesy www.australianlamb.com.au

BEST ZUCCHINI SLICE

INGREDIENTS

3 zucchinis, grated

1 onion, finely chopped

200g rindless shortcut bacon, finely diced*

1 ½ cup (150g) grated cheddar cheese

1 cup (150g) self-raising flour

3 tbsp olive oil

7 eggs

Salt and pepper

½ cup (120g) smooth ricotta

6 cherry tomatoes, halved

RECIPE COURTESY

www.australianeggs.com.au

Think: healthy quiche without the crust. Serve up either hot or cold, the Zucchini slice is as versatile as it is delicious. You can’t go wrong with this classic Australian recipe, simply mix, pour and bake. Enjoy it as is for a quick on-the-go breakfast, or top it off with a crunchy side salad for lunch and dinner. Even take a platter of it to your next big gathering. Believe us - there’s no occasion where the zucchini slice won’t shine. And for an easy and flavourful vegetarian option, just swap out the bacon for finely chopped mushrooms. Though, you can load it up with any vegetable of your choice – be bold!

METHOD

1. Preheat oven 180°C/160°C (fan-forced) and grease and line a 30 x 20cm (base measurement) pan with baking paper.

2. 2. Combine grated zucchini, onion, bacon, cheese and flour.

3. 3. Whisk oil and eggs together and stir into flour mixture. Season with salt and pepper.

4. 4. Pour into prepared pan and smooth the surface. Dollop tbsp. of ricotta and arrange cherry tomatoes over the top. Bake 35-40

5. minutes or until top is golden. Serve warm or cold.

NOTES

If you notice your zucchini slice comes out a little gluggy, try squeezing the excess moisture from the grated zucchini before adding it all to the mix. Planning ahead? The zucchini slice is also perfect for meal prep, as it’ll keep in the fridge for 2-3 days in a sealed container.

And if you’re looking for a great lunchbox idea, freeze individual portions separately and simply take them out when you need them.

BEEF AND PICKLED WALNUT PIE

INGREDIENTS

1kg stewing beef, diced

1/2 cup plain flour

85g butter

3 tbsp olive oil

2 onions, sliced

1 stick celery, finely diced

2 medium carrots, finely diced

200g Swiss brown mushrooms, quartered

2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

2 tbsp tomato paste

600ml beef stock

1 jar pickled walnuts, drained (reserve pickling liquid for other recipes) halved

1 sheet puff pastry

1 egg, beaten

METHOD

1. Preheat oven to 160 degrees celcius.

2. Generously season the flour then toss in the beef to coat. Heat half of the butter and oil in a large, lidded casserole dish. Brown the meat in batches, removing with a slotted spoon as you go. Set beef aside.

3. Melt the remaining butter and oil and fry the onions, carrot and celery and mushrooms for 10-15 minutes until the vegetables have started to colour and soften.

4. Return the beef and cover with stock, add Worcestershire, tomato paste and pickled walnuts. Bring to the simmer, then cover with lid, and place in the preheated oven. Cook for about 2 hours or until the beef is tender and you have a thick glossy gravy.

5. Transfer the stew to a 2 litre pie dish and leave to cool completely (so the hot stew doesn’t melt the pastry).

6. Preheat oven to 200 degrees celcius.

7. Brush the edge of the pie dish with egg, to help the pastry stick, then place the pastry sheet over the dish and trim the edges to fit. Brush the top with remaining egg.

8. Make a small snip in the middle to allow the steam to escape then bake for 30 minutes or until the pastry is deep golden and puffed.

9. Serve with pickled walnut ketchup.

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Recipe courtesy of Coaldale Walnuts. For more walnut recipes visit www.coaldalewalnuts.com.au.

RASPBERRY, BLACKBERRY AND YOGURT JELLY CUPS

INGREDIENTS

Yogurt jelly

1 cup (250ml) thickened cream

¼ cup caster sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2½ teaspoons powdered gelatin

1 cup (250g) Greek style natural yogurt

Raspberry jelly

3 cups (750ml) white grape juice

2 tablespoons caster sugar

3 teaspoons powdered gelatin

125g raspberries

125g blackberries

METHOD

1. To make the yogurt jelly, place cream, sugar and vanilla extract into a small pan over a medium heat. Stir until sugar has dissolved and gently bring to boil, remove from heat. Sprinkle over gelatin and whisk until dissolved. Add yoghurt, whisk until smooth. Strain mixture through a sieve, set aside to cool.

2. To make jelly layer, pour 1 cup of the grape juice and the sugar into a small pan over a medium heat. Stir until sugar has dissolved and gently bring to boil, remove from heat. Sprinkle over gelatin and whisk until dissolved. Add remaining juice, strain through a sieve and set aside to cool.

3. To assemble, divide ½ the berries between 8 × 200 ml cups or glasses. Pour over ½ the grape juice mixture, refrigerate for 30 minutes or until set. Pour all the yoghurt mixture over the first layer of jelly, refrigerate until set. Place remaining berries on top of set yoghurt mixture and pour over remaining grape juice mixture. Refrigerate until set.

4. Serve chilled.

TRULY SOMETHING

SOMETHING ELSE

THE ULTIMATE LAMB BURGER

INGREDIENTS

600g lean lamb mince

1 tbsp olive oil

4 tasty cheese slices

1 small red onion, thinly sliced

1 tbsp red wine vinegar

4 brioche burger buns, lightly toasted

⅓ cup tzatziki

1 baby cos lettuce, leaves separated

2 tomatoes, thinly sliced

8 slices canned beetroot, drained on paper towel

Mint sprigs, to serve.

METHOD

1. Place lamb mince in a large bowl and season with salt and pepper. Using damp hands form 4 patties, pressing down on pattie with the back of your hand to flatten.

2. Preheat a large non-stick frying pan or BBQ over medium-high heat. Rub patties on both sides with oil. Cook patties for 2-3 minutes or until bottoms are lightly charred. Turn patties over and top with cheese.

3. Cook for a further 2 minutes, or until bottoms are lightly charred and cheese has melted. Set patties aside on plate loosely covered with foil.

4. In a small bowl place onion and vinegar. Season with salt and toss to coat.

5. Spread tzatziki over bottom halves of buns. Top with baby cos, lamb patties, tomato, beetroot and drained pickled onion. Top with mint sprigs and serve.

This is a great recipe for feeding a crowd – you can simply cook the burgers and lay them our with all the other ingredients for people to build their own burgers. TIPS

ARNOTT’S HAS SALUTED ITS 160 YEARS OF BISCUIT MAKING IN AUSTRALIA WITH A CELEBRATION AT ITS HUNTINGWOOD BAKERY IN WESTERN SYDNEY.

Arnott’s Group chief executive officer George Zoghbi said the anniversary was a testament to the company’s resilience and commitment to local production.

“For 160 years Arnott’s has been making delicious biscuits that have become household staples across generations,” Mr Zoghbi said. “This success is underpinned by our employees, our suppliers, and our unwavering commitment to quality and continued investment in Australian manufacturing.

Mr Zoghbi added the growth Arnott’s had seen was underpinned with supporting regional producers across New South Wales.

“It was great to celebrate this milestone together with representatives from the NSW Government who similarly recognise that as we grow, so too does our support for local suppliers including wheat growers in the Riverina and across NSW, canola farmers in northern NSW and sugar growers in the Northern Rivers region, amongst others,” he said.

NSW Premier Chris Minns attended the celebration and said his visit had highlighted the importance of supporting the local industry.

“Arnott’s is a great Australian brand – founded and still based in NSW,” he said. “It was great meeting the Arnott’s workers… I’ve eaten my fair share of Chicken Shapes and Tim Tams over the years, so it was great to say thanks to the workers who make them.”

Arnott’s was first founded in 1865 by Scottish immigrant William Arnott, who opened a bakery in Newcastle. In the past five years alone Arnott’s has reportedlyinvestedmorethan$250millionacrossitsnetwork,including$50 millionattheHuntingwoodbakeryalonetoenhanceproductioncapacityand supportexportgrowth.

LAMB MINCE, EGGPLANT AND ROCKET SALAD

INGREDIENTS

500g lean lamb mince

¼ cup olive oil

2 garlic cloves, crushed

1 red onion, thinly sliced

½ tsp fennel seeds

½ tsp coriander seeds

½ tsp ground cinnamon

¼ cup balsamic vinegar

1 medium eggplant, sliced on the diagonal, 80g baby rocket runs onto eggplant

4 radishes, cut into wedges

400g can cannellini beans, rinsed, drained

¼ cup dill leaves

¼ cup mint leaves

Tzatziki, lemon wedges, to serve.

METHOD

1. Heat a large non-stick frypan over medium-high heat. Add 1 tbsp oil, garlic, onion, fennel seeds, coriander seeds and cinnamon. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring regularly, until onion has softened.

2. Add lamb and cook for 4-5 minutes. Stir in half the balsamic vinegar, season and cook for a further 2-3 minutes until lamb is browned. Set aside.

3. Meanwhile, heat a large char-grill over medium-high heat. Brush eggplant with 1 tbsp oil, season and cook for 2-3 minutes each side or until charred. Set aside on a plate lined with paper towel.

4. On a serving platter place baby rocket, radishes, cannellini beans and eggplant. Drizzle with remaining oil and balsamic vinegar, season and toss to coat.

5. Top with lamb mince and sprinkle with dill and mint. Serve with tzatziki and lemon wedges.

ANZAC CARAMEL APPLE CHEESECAKE

INGREDIENTS

Anzac Biscuit Base and Crumb

1 cup (90g) rolled oats

1 cup (150g) plain flour

½ cup (110g) brown sugar

¾ cup (60g) desiccated coconut

150g Fairy margarine, diced

1/3 cup (80ml) golden syrup

½ tsp bi-carb soda

Caramel Apple Topping

50g Fairy margarine

4 medium (720g) pink lady apples, peeled, cored & cut into 1cm wedges

2 tbsp golden syrup, extra to serve

METHOD

ANZAC Biscuit Base & Crumb

1. Preheat oven 180C/160C (fan-forced).

Invert the base of a 22.5cm round springform tin with baking paper, ensuring a 3cm overhang. Also, line a second baking tray with baking paper.

2. Combine oats, flour, brown sugar and coconut in a large bowl and mix well. Place margarine and golden syrup in a large, microwave safe jug and microwave for 1 minute on high until hot. Stir then add bi-carb and mix well. Pour immediately into dry ingredients and mix well.

3. Remove ½ cup of the Anzac base mixture and crumble into small pieces onto prepared baking tray.

4. Press remaining mixture evenly into the base of springform tin with the back of a metal spoon.

5. Transfer both tin and baking tray to oven. Bake for about 10-12 minutes until crumble on tray is golden. Remove tray with crumble. Continue to bake base for a further 20-12 minutes until golden. Set both aside on a wire rack to cool completely.

TIPS

• Cheesecake can be made up to 2 days ahead, covered in the fridge

• Make sure melted Copha in cheesecake is cooled but not so cold it returns to white and solid. Gelatine must be liquid as well.

Cheesecake Filling

500g cream cheese, chopped

3 tsp vanilla extract

3/4 cup caster sugar

¼ cup (60g) copha, melted, cooled (see tip)

2 tsp powdered gelatine dissolved in 1

tbsp boiling water, cooled

250g sour cream

300ml thickened cream, whipped

Cheesecake

1. Beat the cream cheese, vanilla and sugar in a large bowl with an electric mixer until smooth.

2. With motor running, add copha, gelatine mixture and sour cream. Beat until smooth.

3. Fold through whipped cream. Spoon over base. Smooth top. Refrigerate for 6 hours or overnight, or until set.

Caramel Apple Topping

1. Melt Fairy in a large, non-stick frying pan over a medium heat. Add apples. Cook, turning until coated in butter. Add golden syrup and cook, turning occasionally for 10 minutes until beginning to turn golden and become tender. Cool to room temperature.

2. Decorate cheesecake with cooled apples and crumbled Anzac biscuit on top. Drizzle with extra golden syrup. Serve.

HIGH PROTEIN SOUVLAKI

LOW CARB SUPER GREEN WARM POTATO SALAD

There’s nothing like a potato salad. This one, using Low Carb Potatoes and lots of greens, will leave you feeling healthy, confident, and satisfied. The perfect dish to have up your sleeve for a summer barbeque.

INGREDIENTS

1kg Mitolo Family Farms Low Carb Potatoes

1 bunch broccolini

1 bunch asparagus

1 cup frozen peas

Sea salt

Cracked black pepper

FOR PESTO

2 bunches basil, leaves picked

2 garlic cloves

30g pine nuts

30g grated Parmesan

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 cup olive oil

METHOD

SERVES 4-6

1. Cut the potatoes into medium sized pieces, place in a medium saucepan, cover with cold water, season with salt, bring to the boil, then simmer until tender.

2. Meanwhile, make the pesto by placing all the ingredients except the olive oil in a food processor and pulse to form a rough paste. Drizzle in the oil with the motor running.

3. Bring another medium saucepan filled with salted water to the boil. Cook the broccolini, asparagus and peas until just tender, you may need to do this in batches.

4. Chop the broccolini and asparagus into small pieces and place in a large bowl with the potatoes and peas.

5. Pour over the pesto, toss well to combine, season with salt and pepper and serve.

WATER

SAVERS!

With the weather heating up your garden and lawns are going to need a lot more water to keep it happy and healty. Here are some handy tips to help keep the water bills down and make managing the heat easier.

GARDEN MULCH

This is a great water saver, mulch keeps the top layer of soil moist as it protects it from the sun. There are also some hidden befits of mulch, firstly they keep the weeds under control, and second is if you buy an organic type of mulch like sugar cane, Lucerne, or any strawbased mulch your soil will gain nutrients as it degrades. The third is mulch is great for worms as they get the sun protection of the mulch. Note that coloured mulches are generally for

decoration purposes as they do not break down like organic mulch or have the nutrients of organic mulch.

WATER SAVING.

Time your watering so you are not doing it during the hottest part of the day as the heat will evaporate a lot of the surface water, your soil may need a bit of time to get the water to the deeper level. Mornings and evenings are best.

SPRINKLERS.

If you are fitting in ground sprinklers make sure you know their maximum and minimum spray and position them accordingly. No use spaying half your water over the driveway or down the street.

WATER STORAGE TANKS.

Water storage can be great if you have a large area to maintain, these catch rainwater or grey water and come in many sizes.

If you like the portable sprinklers then go for the water saving models, our friends at Wobble Tee have a great range.

Waters a LARGE area up to 15 metre diameter. Average flow rate of 10 LPM.

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The Wobble-Tee, Clever Drop and RolaRain sprinklers all have removable filters for dam or river use. Multiple sprinklers can be run off one tap. UV stabilised for a long life in the harsh Australian sun.

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Sprinkler

Spring, glorious Spring, Winter is behind us and the sun is out, not sure why but for some reason this inspires us to give the house a once over, the “Spring Clean” perhaps it’s in anticipation of Summer, Christmas and family gatherings, or perhaps Spring Cleaning is some old wives tale, either way here are some tips we hope you will find handy.

GOOGLE SAYS

Spring cleaning comes from the days when homes were heated by fireplaces, ash and smoke would circulated through houses, so when Winter ended the house needed a good clean.

GOOD VACUUM

& OTHER CLEANING

Vacuuming is pretty time house needs regular vacuuming vacuum cleaner is essential. saves you time and effort should catch all the dust. cleaners are not cheap but is just recirculating the dust

CLEANING TIPS &

Cut the dirt off

Taking your shoes off before you come in will dirt, dust and other

CLEANER

CLEANING PRODUCTS

consuming, a clean vacuuming so a good essential. A good cleaner and importantly dust. Good Vacuum but if your old cleaner dust it may be worth it.

entering the house

Good Vacuum cleaner & other

DECLUTTER YOUR LIFE

Vacuuming is pretty time consuming, cleaner is essential, its saves you time, Good Vacuum cleaners are not cheap vacuum it may be worth the investment. The same can be said of other cleaning commonly known as elbow grease than the cheaper stuff is recommended.

Do have too much stuff ? are you dusting things that have past their used by date, things you have fallen out of love with ? then move them on or pack them away. If you look at an item and are sitting on fence regarding if it should go or stay then store it somewhere, so if you find you cant live without it you can put it back. This goes for your wardrobe, some hard decisions may need to be made here. The handbag, the mobile phone- old contacts, old apps, out they go. The shed, if you cant find things to get rid of in the shed your not looking hard enough, all these things should have an annual cull. They say a good declutter is one of best ways to fresh and new.

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CLEANING TIPS & HINTS

TIPS DID YOU KNOW?

Cut the dirt off at the source

KIDS GRAPHITI

Taking your shoes off at the door, or before you come in will stop plenty of dirt, dust and other nasties entering the house.

If your children have drawn on the wall instead of their drawing book, pencil, crayon or even felt-tip pen can be removed by gently rubbing the paint surface with bicardonate of soda on a damp

If your furniture has left dents in your carpet drop an ice cube in the dent and leave it overnight. As the ice cube melts, the nap will fluff up. In the

This goes for your wardrobe, some hard decisions may need to be made here. The handbag, the mobile phone- old contacts, old apps, out they go. The shed, if you cant find things to get rid of in the shed your not looking hard enough, all these things should have an annual cull. They say a good declutter is one of best ways to fresh and new.

REJUVINATE COFFEE CUPS

Vacuuming is pretty time consuming, a clean house needs regular vacuuming so a good vacuum cleaner is essential, its saves you time, effort and should provide a much more thorough clean. Good Vacuum cleaners are not cheap but if you add up the time you will save each time you

The same can be said of other cleaning products, unless you fancy putting in a lot of effort, commonly known as elbow grease then having good products that actually removes dirt rather

If your cups are badly stained from tea and coffee, wipe the insides with white vinegar soaked into a sponge,this can also be used to clean glass. Spray it on to your windows and mirrors then dry with crumbled up newspapers.

Bosistos

TIPS

CLEANING TIPS & HINTS

Cut the dirt off at the source

Taking your shoes off at the door, or before you come in will stop plenty of dirt, dust and other nasties entering the house.

REARRANGE YOUR FURNITURE

Declutter your life

Again this is another way you can freshen things up. You may get a totally new look for your home, remember they say a change is as good as a holiday so give it a go.

NATURES DRYER

The good old clothes line. Hang the clothes and let the sun and wind do the rest. Saves money on electricity and the sun also kills the odd germ or two. Not sure about you but I always notice when clothes have been dried on the clothes line rather than in the dryer, they smell better and just seem fresher.

Good Vacuum cleaner & other cleaning products

TOWEL IN THE DRYER

Putting a towel into your dryer creates a faster drying process. The towel absorbs the moisture from your clothes and will cut your dyers drying time significantly. TIP- Don’t use your fluffiest towel that simply sheds fluff and lint into the clothes.

The same can be said of other cleaning products, unless you fancy putting in a lot of effort, commonly known as elbow grease then having good products that actually removes dirt rather than the cheaper stuff is recommended.

DONT FORGET

FRIDGE AND PANTRY

You may have things in your cupboard that have a very, very, very long shelf life, if you have not used them in a very, long, long time, do you really still need it ? will you ever use it? Don’t be scared off by Murphy law that says as soon it you throw it, you will suddenly need it.

GUTTERS

SAFETY CLEANING

Check your smoke alarms, and if you have ducted heating have you vents checked for any fluff, dust or dirt build up, its not only a safety issue, dirty ducts simply recirculate the dust through your house. Best to call a professional in for this job.

Yes I know it’s a pain but again an important job, clogged gutters can cause rain water to build up and it could flow into your roof causeing water and electrical damage. You may think it’s best to do this at the start of Winter but you may need a rethink as Summer downpours are stronger than Winter rains.

SQUEEZE THE DAY.

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SPRING IS A GREAT TIME FOR PETS AS THEY CAN GET OUTDOORS AND ENJOY THE GARDEN, BUT IT’S UP TO YOU TO MAKE SURE IT’S SAFE.

AUSSIE PETS

MEN CARE ABOUT PERSONAL CARE PRODUCTS

BEING A MANSCAPER TODAY IS EASIER THAN EVER, GONE ARE THE DAYS WHEN YOU HAD ONE RAZOR TO TEND TO ALL SCAPING NEEDS, THESE DAYS THERE ARE PLENTY OF GREAT PRODUCTS AROUND TO HELP GET ALL THE JOBS DONE.

The rise in men’s grooming has been steadily growing as Men strive to look and feel good all the time.Australia has been a little slow off the mark when it comes to Men’s skincare, education on the importance of skin care has played its part as well as Social Media which drives the look at me market. Facial hair is making a comeback while the rest of the body seems to be going hairless. This grooming boom has also seen the introduction of much better grooming products, men are buying quality products and are not penny pinchers when it comes to looking good. »

CLEAN SHAVES AND GROOMED BEARDS ARE IN, MOISTURISING IS IN, ALONG WITH HAIR PRODUCT AND OILS.

So watch out ladies the fight for the bathroom mirror has gone up a notch and it’s good to see. We all like to see the guys looking fabulous. Facial hair is making a comeback while the rest of the body seems to be going hairless.

Aussie men are finding skin care to be an increasingly integral part of their bathroom regime. Usage of product categories such as facial cleansers and moisturisers are increasing rapidly, especially among men aged 25 to 54.

NOT ONLY ARE MEN USING MOISTURISERS, CLEANSERS AND ANTI AGEING PRODUCTS MORE OFTEN, BUT THEY’RE ALSO INCREASINGLY PREPARED TO INVEST IN MORE EXPENSIVE BRANDS

Men’s cologne is also booming as men are embracing the “Men’s fragrance” era, gone are the days of the heavy, one smell fits all aftershave products. A quick look at the fragrance isle and you will see just about as many Men’s products as Women’s products.

Surprisingly, this change in attitudes is being driven by men aged 40 to 55, but the desire to look and feel good is transcending across all ages. These trends are also in line with the better attitude to men’s health, which is also great to see. KEEP IT UP GUYS !

SPRING

TIME TO LOOK AFTER THE GARDEN, BUT ALSO LOOK AFTER YOUR PETS.

SOME OF THE FIRST THINGS WE DO WHEN SPRING COMES IS GET INTO THE GARDEN AND START PLANTING, THIS MAY MEAN WEED SPRAY, SNAIL PELLETS AND TOXIC PLANTS.

Both dogs and cats eat grass so products designed to kills weeds and snails is not going to be good for your pet if eaten. Sprays can be more problematic as pets can run through sprayed areas then transfer it into their eyes and mouths through their grooming. So follow these tips and your pets can enjoy Spring too.

• Always enclose a sprayed area for 24 hours so the pets can’t get in.

Both dogs and cats eat grass, obviously products designed to kills weeds and snail is not going to be good for your pet if eaten. Sprays can be more problematic as pets can run through sprayed areas then transfer it into their eyes and mouths through their grooming. Always enclose a sprayed area for 24 hours so the pets can’t get in.

• Also ensure pets can not get to snail pellets- some pets find these tasty treats.

Also ensure pets can get to snail pellets- some pets find these tasty treats.

Flowers like Daffodils and Lilies are toxic for pets.

• Common flowers like Daffodils and Lilies are toxic for pets if eaten. Again, keep these flower bed enclosed.

• Ivy, man and pet’s worse nightmare, some ivy’s can cause a nasty rash or bring on hives, even in pets, so if you have ivy keep it high.

Ivy, man and pets worse nightmare, some ivy’s cause a nasty rash or bring on hives, so if you have ivy keep it high and out of range of dogs, or better still somewhere your pets don’t go. If trimming ivy be careful not to lump it on the lawn for removal later, you might be covered up in overalls but your pets is not, and they are naturally curious and we get into it.

• If trimming flowers, ivy, roses or anything with thorns be careful not to lump it on the lawn for removal later, you might be covered up in overalls but your pets is not, and they are naturally curious and may get into it. Perhaps put cuttings straight into the garden bin.

Snakes, if you have a reasonably large property or go for walks in bushy areas chances are there are snakes, and like you are thinking ahh, Spring let’s get out and enjoy the sun.

• Snakes love Spring. If you have a reasonably large property or go for bush walks be wary of your pet’s sudden curiosity of things in the grass.

You may not be able to see snakes but your pet is likely to find them if they are close.

There is not much you can do about snakes,

If your pets is looking a bit green in the gills (unwell) lethargic, vomiting and you are perplexed as to why, it could be a snake bite. Check all legs and underbelly for tell-tale signs of a bite and get straight to the vet if you find a bite. If you do not see a bite that does not mean there is not a bite, but it does make it harder to know what to do, so if a cause is not clear, see the vet.

especially if you can’t see them so if you dog is suddenly barking at something in the garden then call the dog back and do you best to see if there is anything there before letting then back to that area.

KEEP YOUR MEDICATION OUT OF REACH OF YOUR PET.

Antihistamine is commonly taken by hay fever sufferers, and as they are available over the counter you may think these are pretty harmless, but if a pet eats one of these the will get sick, vomit, tremble or similar, if they eat a few they could die.

Antihistamine, these are commonly taken by hay fever sufferers, and as they are available over the counter you may think these are pretty harmless, leave these lying around in a convenient place for when I need them later.

SOCIAL LIFE

If a pet eats one of these the will get sick, vomit, tremble or similar, if they eat a few they could die.

Spring is also mating season, so younger pets that have not been spade may get some extra attention if left alone to socialise. You want to enjoy Spring and Summer outdoors with your pet so it always a good idea to invest some time into training so you can go to parks where other people and dogs congregate without having to spend the entire time restraining the pet- that’s not fun for you or them.

Keep your medication out of reach of your pet. Spring is also mating season, so younger pets that have not been spade may get some extra attention if left along to socialise.

You want to enjoy Spring and Summer outdoors with your pet so it always a good idea to invest some time into training so you can go to parks where other people and dogs congregate without having to spend the entire time restraining the pet- that’s not fun for you or them.

Allergic rhinitis or as we know it -

You hear the lawn mowers roaring down the street, you look at the trees and see buds blossoming, you see the bees and know they are carrying….. Pollen, yes, its hay fever season.

They say 18% of us will have hay fever at some stage in our lives, for the 82% that won’t be affected you can count your blessings because as sufferers know it can be like having the flu all over again, then again and again.

Although not generally serious hay fever can be a real nuisance, the good news is you can selfmedicate with an antihistamine, you may need to try a few brands to find one that works for you.

If you have symptoms its important to be sure it is hay fever and not something more serious, most experienced sufferers know instantly, but if you are a first timer, or have prolonged symptoms probably best to pop into your doctors for a chat.

Hay Fever can also become a bigger problem for those who suffer asthma or other respiratory illness, so if planning an outing with the Grand parents or someone susceptible perhaps the park with freshly mown grass is not the place, try somewhere indoors.

Planning is the key. If you suffer you should know a windy day whisks up the dust and pollen, avoid cut grass and gardening, you may have other triggers so avoiding these is half the battle.

Tips to avoid hay fever.

1. Wear a mask that covers your nose and mouth.

2. Wear wraparound sunglasses to protect your eyes from dust and pollen.

3. shower and change your clothes after you've been outside.

4. Stay indoors on windy days.

5. keep windows and doors shut when indoors.

6. Don’t put pets close to your face.

7. vacuum regularly and dust with a damp cloth.

If suffering

1. Use a warm nasal and eye wash as pollen can be caught.

2. Take a shower

3. Use your favorite antihystemine

If symptoms persist see your doctor, for severe sufferers there are other treatment options rather than the standard antihistamine.

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