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Eggplant – Eggplant Masala

Posted on June 4, 2011 by Liz

Eggplant – What I use it for: With this year’s crop coming to an end I thought I should use the last few eggplants for my favourite dish – a silky smooth eggplant masala. Eggplant Masala In this recipe the … Continue reading →

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Onions – Onion Bhaji’s with a Mint Chutney

Posted on June 2, 2011 by Liz

How I use Onions: I lived in London for a number of years and during that time I did a short course on Indian cookery.  Our mantra was: “its all in the onions”, signifying the crucial part the cutting and cooking of … Continue reading →

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Herbs – Potato Salad with Smoked Trout & a Salsa Verde Dressing

Posted on June 2, 2011 by Liz

Chervil – How I use it: Chervil, along with parsley, chives and tarragon is a component of the classic French fines herbes, and it is in combination with other herbs that I tend to use it most.  Most frequently I … Continue reading →

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Capsicums – Spiced Chicken with Capsicums

Posted on June 2, 2011 by Liz

Capsicums – How I use them: I think some of the best capsicum users in the world are Spanish and this recipe is from the north of the country.   This recipe has been adapted from a lovely book by Elisabeth … Continue reading →

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Last of the Autumn fruits? – Capsicum

Posted on May 28, 2011 by Liz

The Plant: There used to be an ad on Australian TV which was put out by the Kiwi fruit board (or whoever it is that promotes Kiwi Fruit) in which the tag line was: “more Vitamin C than an orange!” … Continue reading →

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