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Eggplant Pesto

1 Medium eggplant, cut into chunks 50g Walnuts, roasted lightly 3 Cloves garlic, crushed 18 Large fresh basil leaves, coarsely chopped 3 Tbs extra virgin olive oil (plus 2 Tbs) half cup grated tasty cheese (Parmesan) Pepper and Salt, to taste Preheat the oven to 180°C...

Eggplant Patties

Patties are a versatile little morsel of food! They can be made round, small or large, flat or shaped into a finger! Generally they are small, often a rounded mass of minced meat or fish or vegetables.  They may be covered with egg and bread crumbs & deep-fried in...

Broad Beans – Fava

According to tradition, Sicily once experienced a failure of all crops except for broad beans that kept everyone from starving. Broad beans subsequently became a popular tradition in many Italian communities and to this day people carry a broad bean for good luck...

Brussels Sprouts

These would have to be one of those vegetables people are afraid to try twice!  I hope this recipe changes your mind and you give them one more chance.  Instead of pancetta try bacon, Calabrese salami or sausage. 1kg Brussels sprouts, cleaned and cut in half if too...

Slow Roasted Tomato Bacon Jam

20 tomatoes, cut in half lengthwise 4 cloves garlic, chopped ¼ cup balsamic vinegar 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil ¼ cup honey ¾ cup coffee, brewed hot chilli to taste (optional) ½ teaspoon cumin 500g bacon, cut into small pieces salt and pepper to taste Place...

Salmon Chorizo Frittata

This delicious frittata came about because we had a piece of leftover baked salmon and an abundance of zucchini.  It makes a perfect brunch or packed lunch with a simple salad at this time of year with lots of tomatoes and basil. The chorizo adds spice so… easy...