Cheap & Cheerful

cheap & cheerful

Acknowledgements

IacknowledgetheAboriginalandTorresStrait IslanderpeopleastheTraditionalCustodians ofCountrythroughoutAustralia.Myfamilyand Iliveandworkonthetraditionallandsofthe BundjalungpeopleoftheEoraNation,andI paymyrespectstotheirElderspast,present andemerging.

Iwanttothankmyfamilyforallowingmeto createcompletechaosofourhomewhileI spentmanyweekscreatingthiscookbook,and foralsobeingmyofficialrecipetastersand testers. AhugethankyoutoWoolworthsfor believinginthisfunidea(especiallywhenit wasjustaconcept),andsupportingmeto bringitalltogether.

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Allrightsreserved.ThiseBook,oranyportion withinmaynotbereproducedwithout permissionfromtheauthor.

Whilerecipeshavebeentestedandtasted,I cannotguaranteetherecipeoutcomeor nutritionalvalues.Woolworthscoveredthe costsformytimeandalltheingredientsused tocreatetheserecipes,however,isnot associatedwithdevelopingthiscookbookand wasnotinvolvedinrecipecreationorideation.

Hello, my friend.

I'M CHANTELLE

I'velovedcookingforaslongasIcanremember,helpingcookdinnerforthe familyfromaroundtheageof12.I'vealwaysoptedforrecipesthathaveashort ingredientslistandareeasytothrowtogether,andmostimportantly,delicious.

Cheap&Cheerfulisfilledwithaffordablerecipes,thatcanhelpyoufeedthe familyonabudget.Ihadadreamtocreateacookbookwithbudget-friendly recipes,butIwantedtoofferitforfree,foreveryonetoenjoy.Withthehelpfrom theamazingteamatWoolworths,whohavekindlysupportedthecreationofthis cookbook(includingthecostsofgroceriestomakeallofthesescrumptious recipes)I'vebeenabletodothat Andhereitis!30recipescreatedbyme,withall oftheingredientsavailablefromWoolworths,makingthemostoftheirmanylow priceoptionsandspecials

Myhopeisthatyou'llenjoycreatingmealstoputonthetable,mealsthatare cheapandcheerful,andalwaysdelicious.

BUDGET-FRIENDLY TIPS

THE RECIPES (CONT'D)

1 3 5

How to save on your groceries

MEALPLAN

Creatingalistofthemeals fortheweek,andplanning aheadsavesmoneyand stress.Itmeansless unplannedmeals(i.e. takeout)andmorestayingon budget.

BUYTHEODDBUNCH FROMWOOLWORTHS

Whenitcomestofruitand vegetables,lookatTheOdd Bunchforgreatvalue While it'sabitoddlyshaped,it's perfectlytasty,greatquality andmoreaffordable,costing atleast20%lessthanthe regularfruitandveg products.

DOTHEDELI

Choosethedelioverprepackagedproducts.For example,ifyou'rebuying bacon,youcanbuyexactly howmuchyouneedfromthe Deli,andsavemuchmore thanyou'dpayofprepackagedbaconinthefridge section.

2 4 6

SHOPONLINE

Iloveahomeshop,mostly becauseIonlygetwhatI needanddon'tgetdistracted bytheconfectioneryaisle.It's alsoeasytoshopallthe specialsandplanmeals aroundwhat'sonspecial.

EVERYDAYREWARDS

ScanyourEverydayRewards cardattheWoolworths checkout,orconnectyour membershiptoyouronline account,andyou'llearn rewardsasyoushop.Ilove whenthe$10offhitsmy account.I'msavingthemfor abigChristmasshop.

SHOPSPECIALS

MymumworksatWoolies,so Iknowthespecialsgoouton Wednesdays.Youcansee themonline,orpopinstore andlookforthetagsinthe aisles.

My favourite budget buys for $2 and under

PASTA

Pastaisthe perfectstarttoan affordablemeal. Allpastasare$1, sowhetheryou're makingapasta salador bolognese,it'sa greatpantryitem tostockupon

TINNEDTOMATOES

Anothergreatbuy atjust$1.10,you willbereaching forthesetomake sauces,soupsand evennachos.

CRACKERS

Ionceadded thesetomytrolley onawhim,and neverlooked back.Whilethey're notofficiallya dinneritem,they makeforeasy lunchesor lunchboxfillers.

CHICKPEAS

Whetheryou're makingasalad, soup,curryor evenatasty hummusdip, thesechickpeas areasteal,and much-loved productatour place

TUNAINOIL

Forjust$1.40thisis greatforrecipes liketunamornay, tunameltsand evenservedwith plainricewithsome cornstirredin.

WAFERBISCUITS

OhhowIlove these!Theycome invanilla, chocolateand strawberry,andat 80capacketI generallybuyall flavours.A deliciouscheap treat!

TACOSEASONING

Icurrentlyhave3of theseinmypantry (weusethema lot!),they'reso handyformaking tacos,nachos, enchiladas,orany Mexicanstyledish, andthey'reonly $1.40apacket.

TOMATOSAUCE

Ifyourfamilyis anythinglikemine, theygothrough tomatosauce quickly!Perfectasa dippingsauce,this Woolworthsbrand sauceisgreatvalue

BLACKBEANS

Perfectforwarm morningporridge, butalsogreatfor bakingbiscuits andslices,this huge750gpackis only$140

POPCORN

Perfectforpulling outforarainy movieday,or evenasan afternoonsnack, thisdelicious microwave popcornisonly 95c

ROLLEDOATS CHICKEN STOCK

Wealwayshave thisstockonhand, it'smyfavourite flavour-wise,and idealforsoups, risottosandeven sauces.Atonly $1.90perlitre,it'sa greatbuy.

Forjust$1atin, BlackBeansare greatforthrowing innachos,soups, salads,oreven turningintobean burgerpatties

SALSA

WeloveMexicanat ourhouse,sothisis alwayshandy(and only$150ajar)!Iadd itintomytacomince, alongwithseasoning, orhaveitasasnack withcarrotsticksand cornchips

MICROWAVERICE

Fordayswhenyou're onthego,this$1.75 microwavericeisa greatoptionfor addingtomeals,or welovetheJasmine MicrowaveRicefor whippingupaneasy friedrice.

Dinner Recipes

Bacon & Pea Gnocchi

This quick and easy, not to mention deliciously creamy, gnocchi recipe is a mid-week winner. It's quick to toss together too, but tastestotallyrestaurant-worthy.

DIRECTIONS

INGREDIENTS

1packetgnocchi

1tbspoliveoil

100gbacon,chopped

1/4cupchickenstock

100gfrozenpeas

3tbspcream

1/4cupgrated parmesancheese

NOTES

Igenerallybuythe cheapestgnocchiat Woolworths,welove theLaMolisanabrand.

1|Cookthegnocchiasperthepacket instructions.

2|Heattheoliveoilinapanovermedium, cookthebaconuntilcookedthrough(but notcrispy).

3|Addthechickenstock,peasandcream. Simmerforaminute.

4|Spooninthedrainedgnocchiand parmesan,andstirtobringeverything together.Sprinklewithalittleextra parmesantoserve.

Cheesy Chicken Roll-Ups

Do Mexican night with a twist! This delicious recipe is so easy to make, and is a great way to use up a BBQ chicken. Use them as finger food and dip into your favourite toppings, or make it a knife andforkmeal,andthrowyourfavouritetoppingsonandtuckin!

DIRECTIONS

INGREDIENTS

1tbspoliveoil

1redonion,chopped

2cupsleftoverBBQ chicken,shredded

300gjarmildsalsa

10minitortillas

11/2cupgrated Mexicancheese

NOTES

Ifyoulikecoriander, addthisintothe chickenandsalsamix.

Alternativelyifyoulike thingsspicy,add somechilliintothe mixtoo.

1|Heathalftheoilinalargefryingpanover mediumheat.Addtheredonion,andcook untilsoftened.Addthechickenandsalsa, andcookfor3-4minutesoruntilwarmed through.

2|Placeaheapedspoonfulofthechicken mixtureontoeachtortilla,aswellasa generoussprinklingofcheese.Rollupeach tortillatoclose

3|Inalargefryingpanovermediumheat, heattheremainingoil,andcookeach tortillaopeningsidedown,untilgoldenand crisp.

4|Servewithsourcream,avocado,and moresalsa.

No-Jar Needed Pasta Sauce

You'll never use a jar pasta sauce again after trying this recipe. It's scrumptious in its simplicity, the addition of butter (butter makes everything better, right?) and a good sprinkling of salt as the meat sauce finishes cooking, makes it absolutely delicious. Serve with yourfavouritepasta,oreventrywithagnocchiorravioli.

DIRECTIONS

INGREDIENTS

1tsbpoliveoil

1brownonion,chopped finely

500gbeefmince

80gbutter

2x400gtinscrushed tomatoes

1/2tspdriedItalian Herbs

Salt&pepper,totaste

300gpasta,cookedas perpacketinstructions

1|Heattheoilinalargefryingpanover mediumheat.Addtheonionandcookfor2 minutes,untilsoftened.

2|Addthebeefmince,andcookuntil cookedthrough.Addthebutterand crushedtomatoes.Simmerfor30minutes.

3|AddItalianHerbs,andagenerous sprinklingofsalt,andpepper

4|Serveoverpasta,withgratedparmesan cheese.

Stuffed Potato Soup

On a cool night, you'll want to tuck into this delicious, creamy, comfort food soup, which tastes like all your favourite bits of a stuffedpotatowithoutallthefuss.

DIRECTIONS

INGREDIENTS

3largepotatoes, peeledandcutinto quarters

1cupdicedbacon

1brownonion, chopped

2garliccloves,crushed

1tbspbutter

1tbspplainflour

11/2cupchickenstock

1cupcream

2tbspsourcream

1cupgratedtasty cheese

Chives,finelychopped, toserve

1|Cookthepotatoesinalargesaucepan filledwithboilingwater.Cookuntilvery tender.Drainandmashusingapotato masher.

2|Meanwhile,inalargesaucepan,over highheat,cookthebaconuntilcrispy.Set baconaside,andkeepsomeofthebacon fatinthepan.

3|Cooktheonioninthebaconfat,until softened Addthegarlicandbutter,and cookuntilfragrant,around1minute.Add theflour,andcookfor1minute.

4|Addthechickenstock,andwhiskuntil smooth.Slowlyaddthecream(don'tadd toofastoritwillcurdle).Removefromheat.

5|Addinthepotatoes,andstir.Useastick blenderuntiltheconsistencyissmooth. Addthesourcreamandcheese,andstir untilsmooth Servetoppedwithbaconand chives.

Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken

You'lllovecominghometothesmellofthisdeliciousmealcooking. It's a versatile dish that can be put onto bread rolls, wraps or even intoataco-stylebowl.

DIRECTIONS

INGREDIENTS

3skinlesschicken breasts

1bottleofbuffalo sauce(weuseSweet BabyRays)

100gbutter

1|Placeallingredientsintotheslowcooker andstirtocombine.Cookonhighfor4 hours,oronlowfor6hours.

2|Oncecooked,use2forkstoshredthe chicken.Serveonbreadrollswithcoleslaw, ormakebowlswithchicken,riceandyour favouritesalad.

Cheesy Meatballs

Thismightbetheeasiestrecipeever,anditneverfailstodelight.It's a family favourite at our house, just pop it on the table along with breadstick,andcallitdinner!

DIRECTIONS

INGREDIENTS

1kgbeefandpork mince

1redonion,finely chopped

1tspItalianDried Herbs

SaltandPepper

1tbspoliveoil

1jarpassata

1cupgrated mozzarellacheese

NOTES

Servewithabread stick,pasta,salador evenmashedpotato.

1|Preheatovento180ºC.Intoalargebowl, placethemince,onion,herbsandsaltand pepper.Mixwelltocombine.Rollintoballs (mixturemakesaround10-12meatballs).

2|Heattheoliveoilinapanovermedium heat,andcookthemeatballsuntilbrownall over.Placeintoabakingdish.

3|Topwithpassataandcheese,andpop intotheovenfor20minutesoruntil meatballsarecookedthrough

Veggie Quesadillas

Agreatrecipeforusingupanyvegetables(thinkzucchini,broccoli, pumpkin or whatever needs using up). It makes a huge mix that cangoalongway.

DIRECTIONS

INGREDIENTS

1tbspoliveoil

1sweetpotato,peeled andcutintosmall cubes

1capsicum,chopped

125gcansweetcorn kernels,drained

1canblackbeans, rinsedanddrained

1/2packetWoolworths tacoseasoning

6largetortillas

2cupsgratedMexican cheese

1/2cupcoriander, chopped

Sourcream,salsaand avocado,toserve

1|Heattheoilinalargenon-stickfrying panovermediumheat.Addthesweet potatoandcookfor10minutes,stirring regularly.

2|Addthecapsicumandcorn,andcook forafurther4minutes.Addintheblack beans,tacoseasoning,andstirtocombine. Placemixtureintoabowl,andcleanout pan

3|Returnthepantotheheat Place1/6 mixtureintotortilla,andsprinklewith cheese,andchoppedcoriander.Foldinhalf andplaceintopan.Cookfor1minute,and thenturnoverandcooktheothersidefor 30seconds,oruntilcheeseismelted.

4|Continuecookingallthetortillas.Cutinto trianglesandservewithyourfavourite toppings.

Simple Buttered Noodles

This is one of those dinners that you can toss together quickly, on nightswhenyou'reclosetoorderingtakeoutbutthebudgetdoesn't allow.

DIRECTIONS

INGREDIENTS

1packetfettuccine

6tbspbutter,chopped 1/2cupgrated parmesan

Saltandpepper,to taste

1|Cookthefettuccineasperthepacket instructions.Oncecooked,drain.

2|Returnthepastatothepot,andtossin thebutter,cheeseandsaltandpepper.Stir tocoat.

3|Serveimmediately.

NOTES

Thisrecipeisbest servedimmediately, somakerightbefore you 'rereadytoeat.

Creamy Cauliflower Soup

If you ' ve never tried cauliflower soup, you'll want to jump on this bandwagon. Cauliflower soup is my favourite, and this one is deliciouslycreamyandfilling,too.

DIRECTIONS

INGREDIENTS

1headofcauliflower

2tbspsoliveoil

1brownonion, chopped

4garliccloves, crushed

1litreofvegetable stock

1/2teaspoondried thyme

2cupsthickened cream

1/2cupgrated parmesancheese

Salt&pepper,totaste

NOTES

Servewithhomemade croutons&extra parmesan

1|Separatethecauliflowerintofloretsand chopthestemintothinslices.

2|Inalargesaucepanheattheoliveoil overmediumheat.Addtheonionand garlic,andcookuntilsoftened.

3|Addthevegetablestock,thyme,and cauliflower,andbringtotheboil.Cookuntil thecaulifloweristender,around25minutes

4|Usingastickblender,blendthesoup untilsmooth.Addthecreamand parmesancheeseandblendagainto combine.Seasonwithsaltandpepper.

Baked Pumpkin, Feta & Spinach Risotto

An easy to make dish (especially if you have a casserole dish that goes straight from stove top to oven), and makes a huge quantity tomakesureeveryonegetsagenerousserving.

DIRECTIONS

INGREDIENTS

1tbspoliveoil

1brownonion, choppedfinely

2garliccloves, crushed

11/2cupsarboriorice

1litrechickenstock

500gpumpkin,peeled anddicedinto1cm cubes

60gbabyspinach

200gDanishstylefeta, chopped

1/4cupgrated parmesancheese

1|Preheatovento180ºC.Inalargefrying panovermediumheat,placetheoiland cooktheonionandgarlic.

2|Addinthearboriorice,andstirtocoat. Cookfor1minute.

3|Pourinthechickenstock,andgentlyadd inthepumpkin.Bringtotheboil.Transferto acasseroledishwithlid,andthenplacein theoven.Cookfor30minutes,oruntilriceis tender

4|Removefromtheoven,addinthe spinach,fetaandparmesanandstirto combine.Servewarm.

Feed-The-Fam Tray Nachos

I love a dinner that I can plonk onto the table for everyone to grab at(noplatesneeded)andthisonedefinitelyfitsthebill.Formyself,I loveshredded,crisplettucewithmynachos,soifyouhaven'ttriedit -giveitawhirl!

DIRECTIONS

INGREDIENTS

2bagsoftortillachips

500gbeefmince

1packetWoolworths tacoseasoning

1x435gtinrefried beans

150ggratedMexican cheese

TOPPINGS

Sourcream

Avocado

CherryTomatoes

Coriander

Salsa

1|Preheatovento200ºC.Lineabakingtray withbakingpaper.

2|Inalargefryingpan,addthebeefmince, andcookeduntilcookthrough.Drainany excessoil,andreturntoheat.

3|Addthetacoseasoningandrefriedbean mix,andstirtocombine.

4|Placethetortillachipsovertheprepared bakingtray,andmovetodistributeevenly Sprinklethegratedcheeseoverthetop. Popintotheovenandcookfor5-10 minutes,untilthecheeseismelted.

5|Topwithmincemix,andothertoppings andserve.

Tuna & Corn Quiche

While most quiches have a pastry crust, this one is super easy to makeasitdoesn'tneedapastrycrust,andyouwon'tevenmissit!If youlovesalmon,swapouttinnedsalmonforthetuna.

DIRECTIONS

INGREDIENTS

4eggs

1cupcream

1/2cupbuttermilk

1/2cupself-raising flour

2springonionstems, sliced

125gtinsweetcorn kernels,drained

425gtintunainbrine, drained.

1cupgratedcheese

1|Preheattheovento180ºC.Greasea quichedish.

2|Inamediumbowlwhisktheeggs, cream,andbuttermilk.Addtheflour,corn, springonions,tunaandcheese.Stirto combine.

3|Pourintothedish,andbakefor40-45 minutes,oruntilgolden Servewarm

Baked (Fried) Rice

Friedriceiseasytomake,ofcourse,butwhataboutonethatdoes allthemagicintheovenwhileyougetonwithdoingwhateveryou needtodo?It'safamilyfavouritethateveryonewilllove.

DIRECTIONS

INGREDIENTS

11/2cupswhiterice, rinsed

500mlchickenstock

2tbspsoysauce

3garliccloves, crushed

11/2cupsdicedfresh

orfrozenvegetables (welikecorn,peas, carrotandcapsicum)

1cupdicedbacon, cooked

2stemsspringonion, sliced

NOTES

Ifyoudon'twantto

cookthebacon,swap

forchoppedhamor

evenshreddedBBQ

chicken

1|Preheattheovento200ºC.Placeallthe ingredients(exceptthebaconandspring onion)toabakingdish(around20cmx 20cm),stirtocombine.Coverwithalidor foil,andcookfor60minutes,untilriceis tenderandthestockisabsorbed.

2|Addthebacon,andspringonionandstir tocombine.Serveimmediately.

Pam's Chicken Noodle Soup

Thisisabeautifulfamilyfavouritethatmylatemother-in-lawused to bring out after a busy day. It just hits the spot and brings back greatmemoriesforthewholefamily.

DIRECTIONS

INGREDIENTS

1cupcooked shreddedchicken

1litreofchickenstock

1cupwater

1packetof2minute noodles,including flavouring

100gspaghetti,broken 1stemofspringonion, finelysliced

1|Placeeverything,excludingthespring onion,intoasouppot,andbringtotheboil. Simmerfor30minutes,oruntilpastais cookedthrough.

2|Ladleintobowlstoserve,andtopwith springonion.

Speedy Fish Tacos

Theseareatotalwinner,andtakenotimetothrowtogether.They're sofresh,andremindmeofholidays.

DIRECTIONS

INGREDIENTS

1packetfrozenWhiting (weloveBirdsEye)

1packetdrycoleslaw mix

6smalltortillas

TOPPING

Avocado

Garlic

SourCreram

Coriander

LimeJuice

1|Cookthefishasperthepacket instructions.Weusetheair-fryer.

2|Warmthetortillasinthemicrowave. Oncethefishiscooked,placeontothe tortillas,alongwithcoleslawmix.

3|Imakeanavocadocremabymixing sourcream,avocado,garlic,corianderand limejuiceinablender Topontofishtaco andserveimmediately.

Greek Roast Chicken

You'regoingtolovethis!It'sagreatwaytojazzupchicken,whilestill keeping it as an affordable meal. Just wait until you smell this cooking!Divine!

DIRECTIONS

INGREDIENTS

1wholechicken

6medium-sized potatoes peeledand choppedintoquarters

100gbutter,softened

3garliccloves, crushed

1/2tspdriedthyme

1/2tspdriedoregano

Saltandpepper

1/4cupoliveoil

1|Cookthepotatoesinalargepanof boilingwater,untiljusttender.Drain,and setaside.Meanwhile,preheattheovento 240ºC.

2|Inabowl,placebutter,garlic,thyme, oreganoandsaltandpepper.Mixto combine.Placethebutterundertheskinof thechicken(youcanrunyourfingers betweenthechickenskinandthebreastto makemoreroom).

3|Crushthepotatoesslightlybypressing downonthemwithafork.Placethechicken intoalargebakingdish,andsurroundby potatoes.Drizzlethepotatoesandchicken witholiveoil.Bakeforonehour.

4|ServewithaGreeksaladorsteamed vegetables.

Pasta Alla Norma

IsawthisbeingmadeonQueerEye(Netflix)andimmediatelyknew I had to try it. It's delicious, and moorish, and you won't even miss themeat.

DIRECTIONS

INGREDIENTS

300gpasta,cookedas perpacketinstructions

1tablespoonextravirgin oliveoil

1largeeggplant,cut into1cmcubes

1x410gtomatopuree

2clovesgarlic,crushed

1cupsmoothricotta, Basilleaves,torn

1|Inalargefryingpanoverhighheat,heat theoliveoil

2|Addtheeggplanttothepanandfryuntil crispy.Placeontoapapertoweltodrain.

3|Addthegarlicthefryingpan,andcook for1minuteoruntilfragrant.Addinthe tomatopuree.Addthetornbasiltothe sauce,alongwitththeeggplant

4|Placethepastaintoservingbowls Top withpastasauce.Dollopwithricotta.Serve immediately.

Luana's Chicken Pesto Pasta

My friend Lu is a great cook, so I had to add this one in. It's super easytopulltogether,andpacksaflavourpunch.Tomakeitalittle morespecial,servewithaspinachandricottaravioli.

DIRECTIONS

INGREDIENTS

300gpasta,cookedas perpacketinstructions

1/2jarpesto

300mlthickenedcream

2cupsshredded, cooked,chicken

1/4cupgrated parmesancheese,plus extraforserving

1|Whilethepastaiscooking,addthepesto, creamandchickentoalargefryingpan overmediumheat.Warmthrough.

2|Addintheparmesan,tothickenthe sauce.

3|Drainthepasta,andaddtothefrying pan.

4|Spoonintoservingbowls,andsprinkle withextraparmesancheesetoserve

Cheesy Spinach Rice Balls

Oh, you will not believe how fast these rice balls will disappear! As soon as I cook them I have little hands (and big husband-sized hands) hovering in the kitchen ready to eat them. They are delicious!

DIRECTIONS

INGREDIENTS

2cupswhiterice, cooked

1onion,choppedfinely

2garliccloves,crushed

250gfrozenspinach

11/2cupsgrated cheese

2tbspsweetchillisauce

1/2cupplainflour

1/2cupvegetableoil

TOCOAT

Eggs

Plainflour

PankoCrumbsorBread

Crumbs

1|Cookthewhitericeasperpacket instructions,orinthericecooker.

2|Heattheoliveoilinapanovermedium, cooktheonionandgarlic,untilsoftened.

3|Addinthespinach,andcookuntil thawedandmixedthrough.

4|Placethecookedriceintoalargebowl, addintheonionandspinachmix,the sweetchillisauce,cheeseandflour Scoop into1/4cupandrollintoballs.Placeontoa plateandplaceinthefridgetosetslightly.

5|Coatthericeballsinflour,thenintoegg mixtureandtheninPankocrumbs.

6|Placethevegetableoilinalargefrying panovermediumheat,andcookuntil golden,tossinggentlytoshallowfryall sides.Servewithsweetchillisauce.

Deliver-Your-Own Hawaiian Pizzas

Ilovepizza,buteverytimewehavetakeoutpizzaitalwaysfeelsso heavy and unhealthy. This is a lighter, and cheaper version which I'msurethewholefamilywilllove!

DIRECTIONS

INGREDIENTS

4tortillas

1/2cuppizzasauce

2cupsmozzarella cheese,grated

1tinpineapplepieces

100gham,chopped

1|Preheatovento200ºC.Lineatraywith bakingpaper.

2|Placetortillasontobakingtray.Spread pizzasauceoverthetortillabase.Topwith gratedcheese,pineappleandham. Sprinklealittleextracheeseontop.

3|Placeintotheovenandcookfor10-12 minutes,oruntilgolden

NOTES

Topwithwhatever flavoursyoulike As kids,we'dhave everythingchopped upandwe'dtopour pizzaswithourown favouriteflavours.

Thinksalami, mushroom,etc

Slow Cooker Stuffed Sweet Potato

Adelicioustwistonloadedbakedpotatoes,thiscolourfulversionisfullof flavouranddeliciouseasytomake.Weloveslowcookermealsondays that a jammed packed with things like netball training so we can come hometoacookedmeal

DIRECTIONS

INGREDIENTS

4mediumsweet potatoes

300mlsourcream

1cupgratedtasty cheese

Springonion,sliced finely

1|Wrapeachsweetpotatoinfoil,andpop intotheslowcooker.Cookonlowfor4 hours.

2|Oncetender,popintobowls,cutopen andtopwithcheese,sourcreamand springonion.Serveimmediately.

Gill's Red Pasta Sauce

I told my friend Gill that I was writing this cookbook, and she enthusiastically suggested I include this recipe. It's one that has beenhandeddownthroughherfriendsandfamily.

DIRECTIONS

INGREDIENTS

1tbspoliveoil

4garliccloves, crushed

2xtinschopped tomatoes

300gpastaofyour choice,cookedasper thepacketinstructions

NOTES

Whilethissauceis greatasis,thereasso manyoptionstoo.You canaddmeatballs, chicken,cheeseor evenflakedsalmon.

1|Cookthepastaasperthepacket instructions.

2|Heattheoliveoilinapanovermedium, cook,addthegarlicandcookuntilfragrant.

3|Addthetomatoes,andreduceto simmer.Keepstirringregularly,untilthe saucereduces.

4|Serveontopofyourfavouritepasta.

Best Ever Zucchini Slice

Zucchini slice is a great easy and convenient dinner idea, that works well for breakfasts and lunches too. It's delicious warm, but greattoeatcoldtoo.I'vetriedmanyrecipesovertheyears,butthis oneisthewinner!

DIRECTIONS

INGREDIENTS

400gzucchini,grated, &squeezedtodrain extraliquid

1brownonion,finely choppedorgrated

2rashersbacon,finely chopped

1cupgratedtasty cheese

1cupself-raisingflour

5eggs

1/2cupvegetableoil

Saltandpepper

NOTES

Makeitfancy:Topwith slicesoftomato,or evenhalvedcherry tomatoesbefore cooking.

1|Preheatovento180ºC.Preparea lamingtontinbysprayingitwithoil,orline withbakingpaper.

2|Inalargebowl,addthezucchini,onion, bacon,cheese,self-raisingflour,eggs, vegetableoilandsalt&pepper.Stirto combine.

3|Pourintothepreparedthetinandbake for35-45minutes,oruntilbrowned.

4|Allowtocoolslightly,andcutinto rectangles.

Channy's Sheperd Pie

I've been making this recipe for over 20 years, and started when I wasananny.It'salmosttooeasytomake,andneverfailstodelight. It'soneofthoserecipesthatmyfamilyasksforoverandover.

DIRECTIONS

INGREDIENTS

1kglambmince 3tbspgravymix(Iuse lambandrosemary gravy)

1cupfrozenpeasand corn

1cupchickenstockor water

Mashedpotato,totop

NOTES

Foracheesytakeon thisrecipe,topthe mashedpotatowith gratedcheese

1|Preheatovento180ºC.Inalargefrying pan,overmediumheat,cookthelamb mince.Drainoffanyexcessfat.

2|Returnthepantotheheat.Addthe gravymix.Stirinandcookfor3minutes. Addinthepeasandcorn.

3|Addinthestock,andstirconstantlyfor5 minutes,untilthesaucethickens

4|Transferforabakingdish,andtopwith mashedpotato.Popintotheovenandcook for30minutes,oruntilpotatoisgolden.

Cheesy Broccoli Potatoes

I remember, as a kid, that there used to be a chicken stuffed with broccolithatwe'dhaveaskids.WhileIdon'tknowifthatchickenstill exists,Idoknowthatthisisadelicioustakeonthisfillingandworks beautifullyonstuffedpotatoes.

DIRECTIONS

INGREDIENTS

1broccolihead,cut intosmallfloretsand steameduntilbright green

4largepotatoes

2tbspbutter

2tbspplainflour

1cupmilk

1/2tspgarlicpowder

1/2tsponionpowder

11/2cupgrated cheese

1|Washthepotatoes,wrapinfoilandcook intheslowcooker(onhighfor4hours). Alternativelycookinanair-fryeroroven.

2|Inamediumsaucepanovermedium heat,meltthebutter.Addingarlicand onionpowder,andstir.Addintheflourand stirfor2minutes.

3|Addinthemilk,andcontinuallywhisk untilsmooth,andmixtureisboiling.Reduce theheatandaddinthecheeseand broccoli.Mixtocombine.

4|Cutopeneachpotatoandsmotherwith thecheesybroccolimixture.Serve immediately.

Chicken & Veggie Parcels

Warning: These are a little too delicious. I'm a sucker for flaky puff pastry,sothisismyideaofaneasy,deliciousdinner.

DIRECTIONS

INGREDIENTS

1tbspoliveoil

1brownonion, chopped

11/2cupshredded, cooked,chicken

11/2cupfrozenpea, cornandcarrots

1/2cupsourcream

1tbspdijonmustard

1/2cupgratedtasty cheese

4sheetspuffpastry

1egg,beaten

1|Preheatovento200ºC.Lineatraywith bakingpaper.

2|Inalargefryingpanovermediumheat, placetheoilandonion.Cookuntilsoftened.

3|Addthechicken,vegetables,sourcream anddijonmustard.Stirtocombineand warmthrough.Takeoffheat.

4|Usingaplateasaguide,cutcirclesinto thepastry Discardexcess Place1/4ofthe mixtureintoeachcircle.Topwithcheese. Folderovertoclose,andcrimpedgesto seal.Placeontothepreparedtray.Brush withegg.

5|Bakefor30minutes.Servewithaside salad,oronitsown.

Spicy Satay Noodles

Onceyoutrythiseasyrecipe,you'llbegoingbacktoitoverandover.OK, I know it doesn't have any vegetables (feel free to get creative and add your own), you can't deny that these are a flavour bomb, and slightly addictive

DIRECTIONS

INGREDIENTS

4packetsof2minute noodles,discardthe seasoningpacket

4tbsppeanutbutter

2tspchoppedchillis

2garliccloves,crushed

2tbspsoysauce

2tbspbrownsugar

2stemsspringonion, finelychopped

NOTES

Forkidsand/orpeople thatdon'tlikespicy foods,omitthechilli.

1|Inamedium-sizedbowl,combinethe peanutbutter,chilli,soysauce,garlicclove andbrownsugar.Addin2tablespoonsof boilingwater,andstirtomakeasmooth paste.

2|Cookthenoodlesasperthepacket instructions.

3|Addthenoodlestothesauce,andstir untilcoated.Sprinklewithspringonions, andserveimmediately

Zingy Chicken Lettuce Cups

I love a lettuce cup, and these are a perfect match, with crisp lettuce,filledwithvibrant,flavourfulchickenwithherbs.

DIRECTIONS

INGREDIENTS

1tbspvegetableoil

500gchickenmince

1tbspsweetchilli sauce

2tbspfishsauce

1tbspsoysauce

Juiceofhalfalemon

1/4cupchopped coriander

1/4cupchoppedmint

Gemlettuceleaves,to serve

1|Inalargefryingpanoverhighheat, placeoil.Cookchickenminceuntilcooked through.

2|Addsweetchillisauce,fishsauce,and soysauceandstirtocombine.Addin lemonjuiceandfreshherbs.

3|Spoonintopreparedlettuceleavesand serveimmediately

Spanish Tortilla

With just a handful of ingredients, this recipe is great to whip up whenthepantryislookingalittlebare.

DIRECTIONS

INGREDIENTS

1/4cupoliveoil

2largepotatoes,cut into5mmthickslices

2redonions,halved andcutinto5mmslices

5eggs Saltandpepper

1|Heattheoilina20cmdiameternon-stick fryingpan(you'llneedalid).Layerinthe potatoandtheonionintothepan.Cover andcookfor20minutesoverlowheator untilpotatoesaretender.Everynowand thenmovethemixturearound,movingthe toptothebottomsothatthepotatoes don'tgettoobrown.

2|Removethemixturefromthepanand placeontoabowl,leavingsomeoftheoilin thepan

3|Placetheeggsintoabowlwiththesalt andpepper.Whisktocombine.Pourover thepotatomixtureandtosstocombine.If thepotatobreaksupalittle,thisisOK.

4|Placethepanbackontheheat,andturn tohigh.Pourintheeggandpotatomixture, turnitdowntolow,andcoverwiththelid. Cookfor15minutes,oruntilset.Servewith leafygreens

Simple Vegetable Soup

A great way to use up any tired vegetables (as long as you have the basics of the potatoes, onion and tomato), you can make this your own bythrowinginanyvegetables.

DIRECTIONS

INGREDIENTS

1tbspoliveoil

1brownonion, choppedfinely

1garlicclove,crushed

1stickcelery,chopped

2carrots,peeledand chopped

1freshtomato, choppedinquarters

2potatoes,peeled andchopped

1litrevegetablestock

1|Inalargesaucepan,heattheoliveoil overmediumheat.

2|Cooktheonionandgarlic,untilsoftened.

3|Addinthecarrot,celery,andtomato, andcookfor2minutes.Addthepotatoes andstock.

4|Bringtotheboil,andreducetoa simmer.Cookfor30minutesoruntilpotato istender Useastickblendertoblendto makesoupsmooth.

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