Monthly Archives: April 2011

One of my Favourite Biscuits (cookie for the Americans)

Posted on April 19, 2011 by

This weekend I made one of my favorite biscuits. I was introduced to them by my Aunt Penny. They are called Bosworth Jumbles. I have a feeling may have originated in Australia. According to the online oracle Wikipedia, they originate … Continue reading →

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Food Memories – A hommage to my Gran

Posted on April 14, 2011 by

There’s a TV show that I love airing at the moment called Masterchef Australia. The current show is season two, and I am as addicted as I was during the first season. Last nights episode was the first challenge for … Continue reading →

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Lemon Tart

Posted on April 11, 2011 by

This lemon tart is based on a recipe from a book called Marie Claire – Comfort Real Simple Food. When I first made it I had a lot of extra filling, so I have decreased the amount of cream in … Continue reading →

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Cranberry and Pecan Cinnamon Buns

Posted on April 9, 2011 by

I can’t remember where I first got the inspiration for making cinnamon buns using bought dough; it may have been a magazine or the TV. Anyway, when I was in digs and on a very tight budget, I started making … Continue reading →

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Venturing into Vanilla

Posted on April 5, 2011 by

One of my favorite flavorings is vanilla – I mean what would ice cream be without it? As a young kid I was only familiar with vanilla essence, but as I became a better cook I learnt about vanilla extract … Continue reading →

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