Halloween Bark … a fun, spooky treat!

October 16, 2016

If you’re searching for a simple, fun, no-bake recipe for Halloween, look no further, because Halloween Bark is as quick and simple as it gets. Simply melt some chocolate either in a bowl over some boiling water, in a double boiler or in the microwave, spread it on some baking paper on a tray and then add some lollies or other sweet treats. And that truly is the beauty of making something like this … you can add whatever you like! For my Halloween Bark I added orange, green and yellow M & M’s, Chicos, Kit Kat Bars, Chocolate Bullets, small Fruity Jubes but … read more

Let’s Get Stuff Done … My Daily “To Do” List …

October 14, 2016

    For most people, life is very busy and it seems that, no matter how many hours there are in every day, there’s never enough time to get everything done. But one thing I do every day to help keep me on track is to start with a “To Do” List.   Having a list helps me remember everything I’d like to accomplish and gives me the opportunity to prioritise, plan and organise my day. So here are some things I do or consider when creating my list:   I write my “To Do” list the night before. It only takes 5 – 10 minutes and, with everyone … read more

Almond Oat Health Muffins …

October 12, 2016

My hubby loves to keep fit and exercises most days. If he’s not kayaking or running, you’ll find him in the gym. In keeping with his healthy lifestyle, he watches fairly carefully what he eats, so these healthy muffins are perfect for him to take to work for morning tea. Mind you, I find them pretty hard to resist too … they’re absolutely delicious and freeze beautifully. Enjoy! Almond Oat Health Muffins …   Print Author: Mrs Organised Serves: 12 Ingredients … 2 cups almond meal 1 cup rolled oats ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg 2 … read more

Don’t be Afraid to Fail …

October 10, 2016

  Image Credit: http://timgrierson.blogspot.com.au   Like most people, I find myself scrolling through my newsfeed on Facebook at some stage during the day. I don’t stop to read everything but every now again, something will grab my attention and I’ll either click through to page to read more or watch a video. The other day, I stumbled across a Commencement Speech given by Charlie Day to his old alma mater at Merrimack College to the graduating students of 2014 with a view to imparting some words of wisdom.   As I watched the video, I instantly … read more

Slow Cooked Crispy Skinned Pork Belly …

September 30, 2016

If the truth be known, nothing puts my taste buds on high alert quite like the promise of pork crackling … there’s nothing that comes close to the taste sensation when you sink your teeth into the salty, crunchy, crispy crackling … mmm … yum! And if crackling leaves you salivating then the tender, succulent, melt-in-the-mouth pork in this recipe will leave you speechless. Pork Belly has become really popular in the last few years and this is my absolute favourite way to cook it. This recipe is so quick and easy meaning you can spend time doing other things while … read more

Simple Tips for Cleaning a Toaster …

September 2, 2016

      Well, Spring is here and for many it’s a time to dust off the cobwebs and say goodbye to the chills of winter. It’s also a time of year that many of us give our home a thorough Spring Clean … a time to pay attention to those tasks that don’t need to be done all the time or those small jobs that sometimes get overlooked. A classic example of this is the humble toaster.   Ours sits quietly inside the appliance cupboard and is used faithfully almost every single day but I have to admit it does get ignored a little … you know, out of … read more

Indonesian Pork and Vegetable Stir-Fry …

May 18, 2016

This Indonesian Pork and Vegetable Stir-Fry is a quick and easy meal the whole family is sure to love because it’s sooooo delicious! I usually save this recipe for those nights when I’m really pushed for time and need to get dinner on the table pronto! Enjoy! Indonesian Pork and Vegetable Stir-Fry …   Print Ingredients … 2 tablespoons kecap manis 1 tablespoon oyster sauce 1 teaspoon fish sauce 1 teaspoon sambal oelek 1 tablespoon brown sugar 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1 large red chilli, finely sliced with seeds removed 500g pork mince ½ cup … read more

Slow Cooked Asian Style Pulled Pork …

May 14, 2016

I love my slow cooker because it makes my life so much easier. Toss together a few ingredients, add some meat and dinner literally takes care of itself … and what’s not to love about that! You can use pork shoulder for this recipe (or any of your favourite cuts of pork) but usually use Pork Fillet. It is typically a more expensive cut of pork but I’ve recently started buying it from Aldi. At $19.99/kg it’s much cheaper than the butcher or supermarket and the quality is just as good! I prefer using the fillet because it’s boneless and trimmed of literally … read more

Chocolate Weetbix Slice …

May 10, 2016

I have a real sweet tooth and every now and then I crave chocolate! Do you know the feeling? I’ll take it any way it comes but I do have a soft spot for this particular Slice … I think because it satisfies my love of chocolate but I also think I’m drawn to the coconut flavour as well. It’s a simple recipe that looks good and tastes even better. I usually decorate my Slice with Freckles but really, you could use anything that takes your fancy. This is also a great recipe to whip up if you’re throwing a kids party because you can make it ahead of … read more

Cheesy Mini Pizza Scrolls … A Simple Lunchbox Idea …

May 6, 2016

This is one of my favourite lunchbox recipes … Cheesy Mini Pizza Scrolls. They are ideal for kids lunchboxes for school or Uni and are also perfect for working Mums and Dads. You can make enough to last for several weeks and freeze them, then simply pop one or two in each lunchbox, either as a snack for morning tea or as a treat in place of a sandwich or wrap. I love the simplicity of this recipe because there’s no mucking around with yeast and dough and they’re quick to make, saving Mums and Dads that one thing we never seem to have enough of … time. I also … read more

Why I Chose Large Tiles for my Bathroom Renovation …

May 4, 2016

  Last year, we renovated our bathrooms. It was a huge job because we completely gutted each space and started from scratch. The ensuite was reasonably straight-forward but the original main bathroom was quite small so we knocked down the external wall and had it rebuilt, pushing it out to the edge of the eaves to make the room larger. We agonized over whether it was worth the money but, once the job was finished, it proved to be worth every cent as, what was once a small bathroom, was now a good size that fitted with the rest of the … read more

Chocolate Fudge Mud Cake …

May 2, 2016

I’ve tried for a while to find the perfect Chocolate Mud Cake recipe but couldn’t find one I was happy with. I’d get excited with each new attempt but was never overly thrilled with the result. Not only that, but I’ve had some epic fails in the process. So, what’s a girl to do when she can’t find the perfect recipe … create her own! I’ve played with this recipe for the last month or so, tweeking it with each attempt and am pleased to report success! Delicious, decadent, delectable and delightful are just some of the adjectives that hubby’s used and he even … read more

Slow Cooked Coconut Lamb Curry …

April 28, 2016

My slow cooker is definitely one of my favourite appliances in the kitchen … it saves me so much time, produces beautiful tender meals and really takes the pressure away at dinner time. This is another easy slow cooker recipe that takes very little time to prepare … Slow Cooked Coconut Lamb Curry. For this recipe, I use the Mini Lamb Leg Roasts from Coles and dice them myself. It’s pretty easy to do and this cut is perfect, producing melt-in-the-mouth lamb. Enjoy! Slow Cooked Coconut Lamb Curry …   Print Author: Mrs Organised … read more

Chicken, Bacon & Vegetable Chive Rice …

April 24, 2016

This is a quick and easy recipe to prepare using a humble barbecue chicken. It’s one of my “go to” meals when I need to create a meal in a hurry. Enjoy! Chicken, Bacon & Vegetable Chive Rice …   Print Author: Mrs Organised Ingredients … 1 ½ cups uncooked brown rice 1 tablespoon olive oil 5 rindless bacon rashers 1 brown onion 1 clove garlic, crushed 1 small yellow capsicum, chopped 1 ½ cups corn kernels 1 cup water 1 chicken stock cube 1 cup chopped barbecue chicken 1 cup frozen peas, steamed ½ cup parmesan cheese, grated ⅓ cup light … read more

Easy Peasy Apple Slice …

April 20, 2016

This is a super easy and delicious slice … it’s perfect as dessert with a scoop of ice cream or dollop of cream and freezes really well. Enjoy! Easy Peasy Apple Slice …   Print Author: Mrs Organised Ingredients … 1 cup sugar 2 cups self-raising flour 3 large green apples, cored, peeled and chopped into 1 cm chunks ⅔ cup butter, melted 1 egg 1 teaspoon vanilla extract ½ teaspoon sugar, extra ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon Method … Preheat oven to 180C and line a slice tray with baking paper. In a large bowl, add the sugar, … read more