SteamedUp Issue 3 – Brussels sprouts
Well having sorted out one technical issue another popped up. IT is not my strong suit so I do tend to struggle with solving problems. It turns out a new laptop was all I needed! So at long last, here is the
Category: Thoughts
SteamedUp Issue 2 – Asparagus
It’s been a while since I’ve posted. Life sometimes gets in the way and distractions abound. As the chaos subsides and order begins to emerge, it’s great to get back into the kitchen. Issue Number 2 Asparagus So in this new year
Matt Preston’s Chocolate Self Saucing Pudding V2
Version 2 of the super easy Chocolate Self Saucing Pudding by Matt Preston After the success of my first go at making Matt Preston’s take on this classic dish, I tried the”written recipe” version I referred to in my earlier post.
Matt Preston’s Chocolate Self Saucing Pudding
Chocolate Self Saucing Pudding by Matt Preston A few weeks ago I was channel surfing and I spotted Matt Preston conducting a Master Class. As I listened in to see what Matt was cooking I heard the magic words; chocolate self
Do you turn to the internet or a cookbook for inspiration?
My First Cookbook In my first year of high school was when I got my first cookbook. Many readers will be familiar with “Cookery the Australian Way” and it’s sure to be found in many homes. My version still has the vinyl
Are you about the renovate your kitchen?
Are you about to renovate your kitchen? Sometimes I feel that I have better access to information after a decision has been made. Normally, I don’t have trouble making a decision but sadly I was in information overload. Deciding to
Why did I go “high tech” and buy a combi steam oven?
Why did I go “high tech” and buy a combi steam oven? For 25 years we had a Chef split oven/cooktop that was very servicable. It was chosen as it fit nicely into our extremely small kitchen area. For it’s time
Pantry Essentials
Pantry Essentials Prior to owning a steam oven, some of our pantry items would last us a long, long, time. Baking paper was one item. Zip lock bags were another. I never ever bought paper towelling. The list of pantry essentials is
Are steam ovens a fad or fabulous?
Are steam ovens a fad or fabulous? How good are these steam ovens? Is this a kitchen revolution or just another passing fad? QuestionsI asked myself many times at the beginning of my journey into steam and combi steam oven cooking. I