Cornetts Spring issue

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CONTENTS 4 NEW PRODUCTS 14 AUSTRALIAN BERRIES 22 LOVE YOUR FRIDGE 26 GET SPOOKY IN KITCHEN 32 CLEANING BABY TEETH 39 10 HEARTY RECIPES 65 AUSSIE PETS SPRING CL E A NING

T IP S & HIN T S

Cut the dirt off at the source

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

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Enjoy every cheesy moment with UNCLE TOBYS Le Snak Cheese & Bacon! Combining smokey bacon flavour with real cheese and crunchy crackers, it's a tasty snack with no artificial colours or flavours. Perfect for lunch boxes or on-the-go.

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UNCLE TOBYS MUESLI BARS CARAMEL CHOC Uncle Tobys Caramel Choc Crunch Muesli bars are made with 100% Australian-grown oats, caramel flavour, and choc chips. They are a source of fibre and wholegrain, with no artificial colours or flavours. Perfect for lunchboxes or on-the-go, with a 4 health star rating.

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LEAN CUISINE BOWLS JUST BRING A FORK

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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!

NEW NESCAFÉ® ESPRESSO CONCENTRATES Love café-style iced coffees? Discover iced coffee combinations at home with NESCAFÉ® Espresso Concentrates now in Velvet Mocha.

Created with a rich Arabica blend delivering café-quality coffee, it dissolves in cold liquid in seconds, so you can create delicious iced coffees easily at home.

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NEW PRODUCTS

ON THE MENU

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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.

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NEW NESCAFE GELATO INSPIRED TREAT Cookie Dough Stir up your NEW gelato-inspired treat! NESCAFÉ® Cookie Dough Iced Latte blends smooth coffee with creamy cookie dough flavour.

Just add cold milk for a rich, chilled café-style indulgence at home.

Hazelnut Praline Stir up your NEW gelato-inspired treat! NESCAFÉ® Hazelnut Praline Iced Latte blends smooth coffee with nutty sweetness. Just add cold milk for a creamy, café-style escape that’s chilled and satisfying.

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NEW PRODUCTS

NEW IN THE BAKING AISLE! DISCOVER BAKER’S CHOICE BLOCKS Smooth, rich chocolate crafted for baking brilliance.

Available in Milk, Dark, and White, each block melts effortlessly for delicious results. Perfect for cookies, cakes, and more. Made with sustainable cocoa. Your go-to for everyday baking magic EASY TO MELT, HARD TO BEAT.

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DISCOVER BAKER’S CHOICE BLOCKS Smooth, round chocolate buttons that melt effortlessly and set magically at room temperature. Perfect for dipping, coating or decorating. No tempering needed—just melt, set and impress. Made with Rainforest Alliance certified cocoa. Bake today and bring your creations to life

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HIGH PROTEIN SOUVLAKI

10g PROTEIN PER FLATBREAD

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VIOLET CRUMBLE NOW HAS A PEANUT BUTTER TWIST

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Australia’s favourite !

Iconic shattering honeycomb coated in creamy peanut-butter-infused choc delivers the ultimate flavour combo! An irresistibly nutty new way to enjoy an Aussie classic!

Available in 50g bars and 130g bags

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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.

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Selecting Fresh Berries

Serves and Portions

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.

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.

Berries should look firm, plump and glossy, and have an even colour (indicating ripeness).

Raspberries should be a light and bright red colour, while blackberries can vary in colour from a true black to a dark, glossy, purple colour.

There should be no signs of bruising, leaking juices in the package.

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 instance.

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AUSTRALIAN BERRIES

Antioxidants

Good for your gut.

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

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

PHENOLIC ACIDS

FLAVONOIDS

TANNINS

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.

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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.

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AUSTRALIAN BERRIES

Nutrient Composition ENERGY Raspberries and blackberries contain just 210-225kJ per 100g, or less than 300kJ for an entire punnet. They are naturally low in fat and high in water content, which makes them juicy and luscious to eat.

FIBRE Both raspberries and blackberries are an excellent source of dietary fibre, containing 9.2g per 150g serve. Dietary fibre is known for its importance for bowel health, however it can also increase satiety to assist with healthy weight management.

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VITAMIN C A 150g serve of raspberries or blackberries offers more than the recommended daily intake (RDI) for vitamin C. Specifically, raspberries contain 48mg vitamin C per 150g serve, and blackberries contain 57mg per 150g serve.

Vitamin K Vitamin K is an important vitamin for helping blood to coagulate or “clot”, and for growth and development in children. A serve of raspberries contains 11.7 , or 15% of the RDI. Blackberries contain 29.7 or 37% of the RDI.

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LET’S START UNWASTING

FRIDGE

GOALS WASTE LESS, SAVE MORE

YOUR FRIDGE IS YOUR FRIEND

Your fridge - just another appliance, right? It keeps your food fresh and drinks cold, nothing special. What if I told you your fridge could save you a bundle of cash each year, and oodles of time planning and prepping meals.

The humble fridge is your secret weapon to eliminating waste and saving you time and money. But it can’t do it alone, it needs you to fully maximise its benefits.

Our friends at The Great Unwaste have pulled together these smart fridge tips to help you Pack it. Stack it. Chill it.

1. MASTER YOUR FRIDGE TEMP

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Make sure your fridge is set between 0 and 5 degrees C spot can extend the life of your food by up to three day time machine for your hard-earned food!

2. THE FREEZER IS YOUR FRIEND

A well labelled and stacked freezer means no more my the back or frozen meals falling out when we open the organising your freezer.

3. CONTAINERS – THE ULTIMATE SID We’ve all been guilty of throwing something on a plate find it there again three days later, looking a bit lonely. airtight containers to keep it fresh for longer.

4. LOVE THOSE LABELS

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5. UNWASTE YOUR DOUGH

Bread, rolls and loaves are some of the most wasted food items going. But fear not, they’re easily frozen and great to have on hand if you’re running low and face a bread emergency.

6. LET YOUR FRUIT CHILL

We all love a beautiful looking bowl of fruit, but believe it or not, it’s best stored in the fridge. You’ll be amazed how much longer fruit stays fresh in the fridge – it’s a game changer. Bananas, on the other hand, are a different story.

7. AVOID BANANA DRAMA

Bananas are the divas of the fruit world – they like their space. Keep them away from other fruits to avoid speeding up the ripening of the other fruits. If they get too spotty, peel and freeze them for smoothies or banana bread!

8. UNWASHED POTATOES ARE HAPPY POTATOES Want longer lasting potatoes? Buy them unwashed. Yeah, they need a scrub, but Great Unwasters don’t mind! Store them in a cool, dark place, and they’ll stay fresh and sprout free for longer.

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LET’S START UNWASTING

MORE WAYS TO UNWASTE AT HOME The Great Unwaste is a national movement helping Australians cut household food waste — but it’s more than just a campaign. It’s a call to action. Small changes at home can make a big impact. By wasting less, we protect the planet, support communities, and save money.

Beyond fridge smarts, The Great Unwaste recommends other small-but-mighty behaviours you can try to waste less and save more:

FLEXI MEAL PLANNING

Plan for change so last-minute cravings don’t derail your unwasting!

JOIN THE LEFTOVERS REVOLUTION Reimagine leftovers as tomorrow’s easy win.

FIRST IN, FIRST OUT

Eat what’s been in the fridge longest first.

STICKING TO YOUR LIST

A list is your secret weapon against food and time.

COOK JUST RIGHT

Nail your portions (yes, even pasta).

SAVE ROOM FOR SECONDS Start small. Go back for more.

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Find out more and join The Great Unwaste today at: https:// thegreatunwaste.com.au/

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RECIPES

JACK O’ PANCAKES

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25 MINS

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6

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

METHOD

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

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.

To decorate Chocolate chips Syrup and toppings as you like, to serve

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CHOC RIPPLE HALLOWEEN CAKE 30 PREP

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12

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

METHOD

Cake 250g Arnott's Choc Ripple 200ml thickened cream

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.

Ganache 180g dark chocolate 180g thickened cream Ghosts 100g white chocolate melts Currants for eyes

NO BAKING REQUIRED

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RECIPES

PREP

COOK

MINS

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20

25

SERVES

12

INGREDIENTS

METHOD

250 gm butter, soft 1 pakt 250 gm caster sugar 1 1/4 cups 20 ml vegetable oil 1 Tablespoon 3 large eggs 150gm 50 gm cocoa 1/2 cup 150 gm almond meal 1 1/2 cups 140 gm gluten free flour 1 cup 2 teaspoons gluten free baking powder 1/4 tsp xanthan gum (optional) 80 ml milk 4 Tablespoons

1. Oven 170 C /340 F 12-14 cupcake papers in black, brown or green 2. Use a bowl to whisk together the almond meal, gluten-free flour, cocoa, baking powder, and xanthan gum, set aside.

3. Beat the softened butter, oil and the sugar and keep beating till white and fluffy.

4. Add the room temperature eggs one at a time, mixing until emulsified.

5. Add half of the dry ingredients and 1/2 the milk, mixing very slowly as this could create flour flying everywhere. Mix well and then add the remaining flour and milk. Beat together well, scraping down the bottom. Then mixing again very well.

6. Drop spoonfuls into cupcake papers ( I put the papers onto the scale and measure 60 gm each). If there are no scales, fill to 3/4 full and smooth down the top. The cakes will rise well and stay flat on the top.

Bake for 25 minutes. A skewer inserted will come out clean, but the top will feel a little soft. This will firm up when they cool. Cool. Before spreading with icing.

Cream Cheese icing 125 gm butter leave out to soften 150 gm cream cheese softened 200 gm icing sugar 1 tablespoon lemon Juice 20 ml 5 ml vanilla fresh or extract

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Cream Cheese Icing 1. Beat the second lot of softened butter till light, then add the softened cream cheese and beat again until smooth, then gradually add icing sugar 1/2 at a time. Taste, if you like it sweeter, add a little more sugar (up to 1/4 cup) and beat well. Add lemon juice to taste.

2. Put into a piping bag or spread icing onto cooled cakes.

3. You can make the boots by moulding the soft liquorice or roll out icing into shoe shapes with your hands. Use a pointy object like a skewer to make enough of a round hole to slot the straw into the boot.

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K IDS’ H E ALT H

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 fluo specifically for children, unless your dentist recom earlier due to signs of decay or a higher risk of cavit child’s teeth twice a day – the best time to do this is and last thing before bed.

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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.

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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

TIPS FOR SUCCESS

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.

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.

TRICK FOR WRIGGLY KIDS 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.

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• BBQ FOREQUARTER CHOP WITH ASPARAGUS & LEMON RISONI • LAMB MINCE, EGGPLANT AND ROCKET SALAD • BEST ZUCCHINI SLICE • CHICKEN TACOS WITH TOMATO SALSA • ANZAC CARAMEL APPLE CHEESECAKE • LOW CARB SUPER GREEN WARM POTATO SALAD • RASPBERRY, BLACKBERRY AND YOGURT JELLY CUPS

LIGHT AND REFRESHING SPRING RECIPES

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BBQ FOREQUARTER CHOPS WITH ASPARAGUS & LEMON

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RECIPES

RISONI

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COOK

MINS

MINS

10

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30

SERVES

4

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.

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RECIPES

LAMB MINCE, EGGPLANT AND ROCKET SALAD

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COOK

MINS

MINS

15

10

SERVES

6

INGREDIENTS

METHOD

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.

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.

Recipe courtesy www.australianlamb.com.au

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RECIPES

BEST ZUCCHINI SLICE

PREP

55 MINS

SERVES

12

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!

INGREDIENTS

METHOD

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

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.

RECIPE COURTESY www.australianeggs.com.au

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

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.

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CHICKEN TACOS WITH TOMATO SALSA AND GUACAMOLE

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RECIPES

E INGREDIENTS 2 Lilydale Free Range Chicken Breasts (approx. 500g) 30g packet taco seasoning 2 tablespoons olive oil 200g tomato medley roughly diced 1 corn cob, kernels removed 2 green onions, thinly sliced ¼ cup coriander leaves, chopped 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 large avocado, mashed ½ red onion, finely chopped 12 white corn tortillas, to serve (312g packet) lime wedges, coriander sprigs and sour cream, to serve

METHOD 1. Slice breasts into 4 to 5 long strips.

Place chicken in a large snaplock bag with taco seasoning and shake to coat. Season.

2. Heat a large non-stick frying pan with 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat and cook chicken for 6 to 7 minutes, turning often, or until browned and cooked through. Set aside on a plate covered with foil for 5 minutes. Slice if desired.

3. Meanwhile combine tomato, corn, green onions, and chopped coriander in a medium bowl. Season and drizzle with remaining olive oil and 1 tablespoon lime juice. Stir to combine.

4. In another medium bowl, combine avocado, red onion and remaining lime juice. Season.

5. Heat tortillas according to packet directions. Serve with chicken, tomato salsa, guacamole, lime wedges, coriander sprigs and sour cream, if desired.

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RECIPES

LOW CARB SUPER GREEN WARM POTATO SALAD

PREP

30 MINS

SERVES

4-6

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

METHOD

1kg Mitolo Family Farms Low Carb Potatoes 1 bunch broccolini 1 bunch asparagus 1 cup frozen peas Sea salt Cracked black pepper

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.

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

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RAINBOW TEACAKE WITH VANILLA FROSTING & M&M’S

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RECIPES

PREP

45 MINS

BAKE

GARNISH

SERVES

MINS

MINS

SLICES

30

30

12

SPECTACULAR LOOKING, this colourful rainbow teacake with vanilla frosting and M&M's, is easy to prepare and you can make it a few day ahead!

INGREDIENTS 170g (¾ cup) Castor sugar 4 Eggs 150g (1 ¼ cups) Self-raising flour 1tbsp Corn flour 15g Copha, melted 80ml (1/3 cup) Milk 3 x 380g M&M packets, to decorate (can also replace with Smarties if desired)

VANILLA FROSTING 3 cups icing sugar 1 cup butter 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 to 2 tablespoons whipping cream

METHOD 1. Pre heat oven to 170°C (fan forced 150° C) 330°F/300°F. Grease and line an 18cm/7 inch spring form tin with baking/ grease proof paper.

2. Combine castor sugar and eggs together in an electric mixer and beat for 8 to 10 minutes until pale and creamy and tripled in volume.

3. In a separate bowl, sift together selfraising flour and cornflour 3 times. Sift flours over egg mix and quickly fold through using a spatula, making sure all ingredients are well combined.

4. Melt Copha in microwave or saucepan until fully melted. Warm milk in microwave (on high for 20 seconds). Pour Copha and milk down the side of bowl and fold through the egg and flour mix.

5. Pour final mixture into prepared pan and smooth surface. Bake in oven for 30 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean. Remove pan from oven.

6. Set cake aside in the pan for 5-10 minutes before turning onto a wire rack for 30 minutes to cool completely.

VANILLA FROSTING 1. Using an electric mixer, mix together sugar and butter. Mix on low speed until well blended and then increase speed to medium and beat for another 3 minutes.

2. Add vanilla and cream and continue to beat on medium speed for 1 minute more, adding more cream if needed for spreading consistency.

ASSEMBLY 1. Slice your cake in half horizontally, ensuring you cut as evenly as possible.

Place the bottom sponge on a serving plate.

2. Spread vanilla frosting over the base.

Place the top cake layer on top of your filling layer.

3. Spread the frosting over the sides and top of the cake evenly.

4. Separate the M&M’s by colour. Place a single row of alternating colour M&M’s around the base of the cake. Continue to place M&M’s row by row up the side of the cake, as per picture. Once the sides are done, continue this same process along the top of the cake.

5. Let frosting set before serving.

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RECIPES

THE ULTIMATE LAMB BURGER

PREP

COOK

MINS

MINS

10

10

SERVES

4

INGREDIENTS

METHOD

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.

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.

TIPS

Recipe courtesy www.australianlamb.com.au

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.

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RECIPES

ARNOTT’S MALT’O’MILK ICE CREAM SANDWICHES

PREP

20 MINS

SERVES

17

Gather your little helpers to make these super easy Malt’O’Milk Ice Cream Sandwiches!

Such an easy dessert recipe that’ll entertain the kids, and a delicious way to cool down on a hot day.

INGREDIENTS

METHOD

250g Arnott’s Malt’O’Milk biscuits 1L neapolitan ice cream 150 gm dark chocolate melts ½ cup crushed nuts ½ cup 100 & 1000’s

1. Line a square tin with baking paper and spread softened ice cream evenly; approx 2-3cm thickness.

2. Layer Arnott’s Malt’O’Milk biscuits, smooth side down onto the ice cream and freeze until firm.

3. Remove from the freezer and using a sharp knife, cut around the biscuits, gently removing them from the tin and place a second biscuit to sandwich together, pressing firmly.

4. Freeze until fully frozen and ready to decorate.

5. To decorate: Place melts in a microwave-safe bowl and heat on medium power for 1-min bursts until melted.

Stir in between. Place crushed nuts and 100 & 1000’s in separate bowls.

6. To decorate: Remove ice cream sandwiches from the freezer, half dip into melted chocolate and then into nuts or sprinkles. Freeze until ready to serve.

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No mess, no fuss.

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RECIPES

RASPBERRY, BLACKBERRY AND YOGURT JELLY CUPS

COOK

2

HRS

PREP

20 MINS

SERVES

8

INGREDIENTS

METHOD

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

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.

Raspberry jelly 3 cups (750ml) white grape juice 2 tablespoons caster sugar 3 teaspoons powdered gelatin 125g raspberries 125g blackberries

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.

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ANZAC CARAMEL APPLE CHEESECAKE

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RECIPES

PREP

COOK

MINS

MINS

60+

45

SERVES

10

INGREDIENTS Anzac Biscuit Base and Crumb

Cheesecake Filling

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

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

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

Cheesecake

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.

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.

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.

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AUSSIE PETS

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.

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SOME OF THE FIRST THINGS WE DO WHEN SPRING COMES IS GET INTO THE GARDEN AND START TIME TO LOOK AFTER THE GARDEN, PLANTING, THIS MAY MEAN WEED BUT ALSO LOOK AFTER YOUR PETS. SPRAY, SNAIL PELLETS AND TOXIC PLANTS. Both dogs and cats eat grass so products

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F R E S H S TA R T

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.

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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.

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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.

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GUTTERS They say a good declutter is one of best ways to fresh and new.

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.

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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 vacuum it may be worth the investment.

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.

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