Strawberry Bliss Balls …

August 11, 2015

Strawberries are in abundance at the moment. You can pick up a couple of punnets for a reasonable price and, when that happens, that’s usually my cue to whip up some of these Strawberry Bliss Balls. This is a really simple recipe that needs only 5 ingredients. It’s super easy to make and the balls freeze really well. Great for lunchboxes or an afternoon snack, these are sure to be a hit! Enjoy! Strawberry Bliss Balls …   Print Serves: 32 Ingredients … 2 ¾ cups desiccated coconut ¾ cup rolled oats 1 ½ punnets strawberries ¼ cup honey 2 … read more

Mexican Bake with Cheesy Corn Chip Topping …

August 7, 2015

Some nights call for a quick and easy meal and this dish fits the bill perfectly … Mexican Bake with Cheesy Corn Chip Topping. This recipe uses simple ingredients to create a yummy, rich stew served in individual bowls and topped with corn chips and melted cheese. My kids love this dish and, hopefully, yours will too! 5.0 from 1 reviews Mexican Bake with Cheesy Corn Chip Topping …   Print Ingredients … 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 large onion, chopped finely 500g mince meat (I always use the Heart Smart Mince) 3 small cloves garlic, crushed 1 … read more

Easy Peasy Fried Rice …

August 5, 2015

Serve me up a bowl of yummy Fried Rice and I’m a happy girl … and not only am I happy but the whole family’s happy as well. Perfect for a weekend dish when simple and easy is the order of the day. This is a delicious recipe that will make a good-sized batch of Fried Rice that will take care of snacks or lunch the following day as well. It’s great for lunchboxes, too! Typically, to make a traditional Fried Rice, you need to cook the rice the day before and then spread it on oven trays to dry out in the fridge overnight … if you could be bothered! Instead, I … read more

Nutella Chocolate Chip Cookies …

August 3, 2015

I’m addicted to Nutella! There I’ve said it … I love that stuff so much I can eat it straight from the jar! In fact, it may be necessary to stage an intervention soon before I eat my body weight in Nutella. It appears, however, I’m not the only one and I recently discovered that there is actually a World Nutella Day which will be celebrated next year on Friday, 5th February, 2016. Amazing!! So for those of you who also love Nutella, here’s a simple recipe you’re sure to enjoy! Nutella Chocolate Chip Cookies …   Print Author: Mrs Organised … read more

Curry Beef and Tomato Meatballs …

August 1, 2015

This is a simple recipe that will appeal to most kids. The curry is very mild and just adds a hint of extra flavour to the beautiful, rich tomato base. This is a really generous recipe that will create around 32 meatballs that are similar in size to a golf ball. My family loves this recipe and it’s usually very quiet around the dinner table when this is on the menu. Enjoy! Curry Beef and Tomato Meatballs …   Print Author: Mrs Organised Ingredients … 1kg heart smart beef mince 1 medium onion, grated 1 egg 1 clove garlic, crushed ½ cup … read more

Pineapple Carrot Cake …

July 28, 2015

I do love cake, and nothing is more delicious than a beautifully moist cake that’s packed with flavour … Hello, Pineapple Carrot Cake! This is a fairly dense cake that won’t rise much in the cake tin and once iced it’s more like a very, thick slice. You can probably freeze this cake but I’ve never had the chance because it never lasts long enough. As soon as my kids smell this in the oven, the come running! Enjoy! Pineapple Carrot Cake …   Print Author: Mrs Organised Ingredients … 1 cup plain flour 1 teaspoon baking powder ¼ teaspoon bicarb soda … read more

Minestrone Soup … Hearty, Healthy and Delicious …

July 24, 2015

Well, it’s still cold and around here that means another pot of mouth-watering soup simmering on the stove. It’s the ultimate “comfort” food, isn’t it? Perfect for chilly nights, it warms you from the inside out! I love Minestrone Soup because it’s packed full of yummy vegetables. Once you’ve got the base of the stock, tomatoes, garlic and bacon, it’s really just a case of tossing in whatever’s in the crisper in the fridge and it’s the ideal dish to use up those little bits and pieces that get left over. Once you’re done chopping, it simmers to perfection in no … read more

Easy Peasy Chocolate Cake …

July 20, 2015

This is one of Mum’s recipes and my favourite chocolate cake in the whole wide world. It’s soooo easy to make because everything just gets thrown into a single bowl and whisked … no fancy ingredients, no electric mixers and very little mess … love it! And the result is a delicious, light, fluffy cake with just the right amount of chocolate. This little delight takes about 10 minutes to throw together, so next time someone calls and says they’re coming for a surprise visit, here’s the answer to your prayers. And if you want to feel a little less guilty, … read more

Honey, Ginger Beef and Vegetable Stir-Fry and the Secrets to Cooking a Perfect Beef Stir-Fry …

July 16, 2015

In my early days, as a newly married 20-something, I worked hard every night to serve a delicious meal to my hubby. I didn’t have a lot of experience in the kitchen, so every day was a new recipe and a new adventure as I built a collection of reliable, favourite recipes. Unfortunately, not every dinner was a success with the odd takeaway being ordered after a disastrous attempt at cooking ended up in the bin! Because hubby and I both loved Chinese food, I enrolled in a course at TAFE to hopefully learn the finer art of chinese cooking by Oscar Kwong. … read more

Easy Peasy Chicken Parmesan …

July 12, 2015

I’ve yet to meet anyone who doesn’t go weak at the knees over a good Chicken “Parmie”! It’s a fairly simple dish … crumbed chicken covered with a tomato-based sauce served with a sprinkling of cheese. I think the secret is two fold: firstly, cooking the chicken just enough so that it’s not too dry with crispy, golden crumbs and secondly, a generous layer of beautiful, rich tomato sauce. This recipe, that I created many years ago, will produce just that. It’s definitely earned it’s title as “easy peasy” … just chop all the ingredients, add them to a large pot, … read more

Cranberry and White Chocolate Chip Biscuits …

July 8, 2015

These little Cranberry and White Chocolate Chip Biscuits are sure to be a hit … soft, chewy and simply delicious! The cranberries add a really sweet flavour and compliment the white chocolate beautifully. These biscuits freeze well and make the perfect addition to school lunchboxes. I buy the Ocean Spray Craisins for this recipe and you’ll find them in the baking aisle at the supermarket with other dried fruits. Enjoy! Cranberry and White Chocolate Chip Biscuits …   Print Author: Mrs Organised Ingredients … ¾ cup … read more

Lamb Steaks with Orange, Honey and Ginger Glaze …

July 6, 2015

Lamb is without a doubt my favourite meat … I just love the flavour. It can be expensive though so, when I saw it on special a few weeks ago, I grabbed some Lamb Leg Steaks. If you haven’t tried them you might be pleasantly surprised as they make a wonderful alternative to a traditional steak. To cook the perfect lamb steak, lightly oil the steak (rather than the pan) and cook on a pre-heated medium to high heat in either a pan or on a grill. Turn the lamb only once, using tongs. Avoid using a fork as that will break the surface of the steak and let all the … read more

Lemon and Poppy Seed Loaf …

July 2, 2015

I love lemon and I love cake … put the two things together … mmmm! This Lemon and Poppyseed Loaf is very easy to make and is probably one of the moistest cakes I’ve ever tasted … melt in the mouth goodness! I have used two of my favourite smaller loaf tins for this recipe because I find I get a more consistent texture through each of the loaves. I bought them from Daiso and use them a lot when I bake. They measure 18 cm long x 8.5 cm wide x 6 cm deep. You could bake this as a single loaf in a larger tin but you would need to adjust the cooking times and bake … read more

Easy, Peasy Pikelets …

June 28, 2015

Light, delicious, thick, fluffy pikelets … these certainly bring back memories from my childhood. Mum would usually make the pikelet batter before picking us up from school and then turn on the frypan to cook them as soon as we got home. I very occasionally also make up a pikelet batter before I go to bed, cover it, refrigerate overnight and then serve it for breakfast with loads of fruit … it’s a nice weekend treat. Raspberry jam and a little whipped cream are the perfect companion for pikelets but I try mostly to serve them with some lovely fresh berries … read more

Bacon, Zucchini and Vegetable Slice …

June 24, 2015

This is an absolute crowd pleaser that is on high rotation in our house. I love making this Bacon, Zucchini and Vegetable Slice because it will not only put a smile on everyone’s face at dinnertime but I always end up with leftovers for everyone’s lunch the next day. That saves me time and also gives the kids some variety so that they enjoy their lunches. This particular recipe is quite large so I generally cook it in two dishes … one for dinner and one for lunches. This is also a recipe that comes in handy for large family lunches and barbecues. It’s so quick … read more