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Galit’s Mushroom and Cheese Tarts

Apr

2

2016

Galit made her Mushroom and Cheese Tarts the other day. Kath Wattam, who was visiting, said “Galit’s mushroom pastries are *SO GOOD*. I don’t think I’ve ever tasted a better combination of mushrooms, pastry and eggs, and I’ve tried a lot of them.” Galit's Mushroom and Cheese Tarts A vegetarian main that is *SO GOOD*. ...

Onion Gravy for Bangers and Mash

Sep

4

2015

I’ve lived in the Uk for 16 years now and I quite like the British classic, Bangers and Mash. This is sausages and potato puree served with an onion gravy. Sausages and puree I could already do, but I needed a recipe for the gravy. This one combines a couple that I looked at on ...

BBQ Beer Can Chicken

Nov

17

2013

I got my Weber Kettle BBQ from the Sunshine Garden Centre. And that is also where I got this recipe. BBQ Beer Can Chicken Sunshine Garden Centre Print Recipe Servings 4 Ingredients 1/2 cup finely chopped onions1/3 cup Dijon mustard1/3 cup soy sauce1/4 cup fresh lemon juice1 1/2 tablespoons minced garlic1 teaspoon chilli flakes1 teaspoon salt1 1/2 cups of beer1 whole small/medium chicken Instructions In a small bowl, whisk together the marinade ingredients with ...

South-East Asian BBQ Chicken

Sep

1

2013

Charcoal grilled chicken can be found from street vendors all over South-east Asia. I’d thought I’d try making some myself. South-East Asian BBQ Chicken Steven Thomas A tender grilled chicken with a lovely yellow tint. Print Recipe Pin Recipe Ingredients Chicken2.5 kg of chicken pieces e.g. chicken legs, drumsticks, etcFor marinade1 head of garlic peeled and chopped2 tablespoons of ground turmeric1 tablespoon of ground coriander2 teaspoons of ...

Galit’s Chicken and Potato in the Oven

Apr

20

2011

Galit bought some chicken and potato for Saturday lunch. I wasn’t too inspired that day so Galit knocked up quite a tasty meal from her head. Galit's Chicken and Potato in the Oven Galit Haviv-Thomas Print Recipe Pin Recipe Ingredients 800 grams Chicken drumsticks1.5 kg potatoesOlive oilSea saltSweet chilliDate Syrup2 teaspoons of onion soup mix or onion stock mix1/2 cup of boiling water Instructions Preheat ...

BBQ Grilling Times

Aug

11

2010

I’ve got a mate and his son staying at the moment. They quite like BBQ so we did a big cook up. I wanted to have all my notes for BBQ in one place, mainly cooking times, so here they are. All times assume turning the ingredient over half way through. I’ve got a Weber ...

Egyptian Sofrito

Mar

27

2010

Sandy was married to an Israeli of Egyptian origin and learnt how to cook Sofrito from his family. Serve with Egyptian Rice. Egyptian Sofrito Sandy Menir Print Recipe Ingredients Shrir i.e. muscle with fat, probably cut 7 in Israel , cut into eight slices1/2 cup oil1/2 teaspoon black pepper1/2 teaspoon allspice called Black English Pepper in Israel1/2 teaspoon turmeric1/2 teaspoon salt Instructions Mix oil and spicesPour over meatMix wellCook ...

Eti’s Pizza

Feb

21

2010

Galit grew up thinking all Pizzas were vegetarian, and in our household that is true. I got the recipe from Eti Wainer-Iluz. One of Galit’s favourites – both Eti and the Pizza. Eti's Pizza Eti Wainer-Iluz Print Recipe Ingredients Ingredients for Bread Base1 teaspoon sugar2/3 cups warm water 1 part boiling to 2 parts cold20 g 4 teaspoons dry yeast or 50 g ...

Steak with Honey, Thyme and Mustard Glaze

Feb

21

2010

I had a hankering for steak. Although the recipe is for pan fried steak I have also cooked the steak on the BBQ. That meant I didn’t get the residue in the pan, but I got the BBQ effect. Very tasty. Steak with Honey, Thyme and Mustard Glaze Print Recipe Ingredients Oil600 grams beef steak2 tablespoons honey1/3 cup lemon juice2 teaspoons fresh thyme chopped1 tablespoon seeded mustard1 clove garlic crushed ...

Tunisian Pot Roast (Tsli)

Feb

16

2010

Robert and Marie sometimes serve up a very tender shoulder of beef for big family lunches. Tunisian Pot Roast (Tsli) Robert and Marie Haviv Print Recipe Ingredients 2 kg more or less Beef Shoulder without bone Robert buys "Cut 6" in IsraelSalt and Pepper1 tablespoon Mustard4-5 garlic cloves crushed1 cup boiling water Instructions Tie meatMix salt, pepper, mustard and garlicCover meatLeave for at least 30 minutesFry ...