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Freshly shucked oysters with spanner crab salad and green nam jim

This recipe features on Foodie Tuesday, a weekly segment on 774 Drive with Raf Epstein, 3.30PM, courtesy of Tony Twitchett, Taxi Kitchen





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MY MUM'S PUMPKIN & DATE SCONES

I have clear memories of being about four year's old standing on a little stool next to my mum while she made batches of these golden scones. I always loved being in the kitchen with her and she was endlessly patient, letting me help mix, stir, roll and shape all manner of things (in this case turning a blind eye when I smuggled little nuggets raw dough and dates into my mouth.) We would chat away as we went and she would explain to me what she was doing. I remember to this day her telling me the secret to making good scones was to use the lightest touch possible when you're mixing the dough together...we had no food processor then so everything was mixed by hand and I loved rubbing the flour and butter together, lifting my hands high as she had taught me to help keep the scones light. Although I whiz these up in a processor now, every so often I make a batch by hand, and am immediately whisked back into that childhood kitchen and can almost feel and see Cooee, my mum, beside me in her wonderful cinch-waisted 60's polka dot dress...it's a wonderful image.




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Greek sesame crusted feta wih honey

250g Greek feta cheese 2 eggs 1 tsp. of smoked paprika 1 tsp. of freshly ground pepper 1/2 cup plain flour, enough to coat the feta 60g sesame seeds Sunflower oil for frying 4 tbsps. of local honey




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Bigoli with duck Ragu

This recipe features on Foodie Tuesday, a weekly segment on 774 Drive with Raf Epstein, 3.30PM, courtesy of




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Cracked pepper tagliatelle with wild boar

This recipe features on Foodie Tuesday, a weekly segment on 774 Drive with Raf Epstein, 3.30PM, courtesy of Daniel Lucas Tonin, Pasta Classica




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Pumpkin lasagne

1.2kg butternut pumpkin, peeled, cut into 2cm pieces 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage, plus 12 whole leaves to serve 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg 350g ricotta 1 egg 1 cup grated parmesan, plus extra to serve 8 fresh lasagne sheets 100g unsalted butter 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts




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STEAK BALMORAL (Oyster Mushroom and Leek Sauce Balmoral)

WHERE IS WINTER WITHOUT A GUTSY SAUCE TO ACCOMPANY A JUICY STEAK OR EVEN A ROAST CHICKEN? THIS IS MORE OF A RAGOUT TYPE SAUCE




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Greek cauliflower with a minted maple and tamarind sauce

150g panko crumbs 1 clove of crushed garlic 1 tsp. ground ginger 2 tsps. curry powder 1 tsp. ground cumin 2 tsps. ground coriander 1 tsp. black mustard seeds 1 tsp. chilli flakes 2 tsps. caster sugar Pinch of salt 3 free range eggs, beaten 100g plain flour with a pinch of salt 1 cauliflower, broken in to small florets Sunflower oil for deep frying Sauce: Handful of chopped parsley Handful of chopped coriander leaves Handful of chopped mint leaves 1 tbsp. tamarind paste 1 tsp. maple syrup 1 tbsp. olive oil 2 tsps. lime juice Pinch of salt 2 tbsps. water




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Sweet and Sour Pork

This recipe features on Foodie Tuesday, a weekly segment on 774 Drive with Raf Epstein, 3.30PM, courtesy of Tony Tan




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Local Pecan & Carrot Cake with cheats Caramelised Fig Vanilla Ice Cream

I love a carrot cake . Usually walnuts are used however who doesn't want to take advantage of the local new season pecans at our local markets . Happy baking!





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Malaysian chicken satay with roasted macadamia dipping sauce

I seriously love cooking on the Weber more in winter cooler temperature make us feel more cosy and accentuate the taste buds and smell . Replaced the traditional peanuts with our wonderful local macadamias




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Chicken, Chorizo and Chick Pea Casserole

1.25 kg free-range chicken pieces eg thighs and legs 1/4 cup seasoned plain flour 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil 1 large onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, crushed or chopped 150g raw chorizo, thickly sliced 1 cup chopped celery 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced 3/4 cup dry white wine eg Riesling, pinot grigio or vermentino 3/4 cup chicken stock 400g can diced tomatoes with juice 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme or oregano 2 wide strips lemon zest salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 400g can chick peas, drained and rinsed* *When in season, use whole peeled and blanched fresh or frozen chestnuts in place of chick peas.





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Six Simple Steps to Making Stock

This recipe was featured on Foodie Tuesday, a weekly segment on 774 Drive with Raf Epstein, 3.30PM, courtesy of Alice Zaslavsky.




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Citrus cured salmon, pickled clams, herb emulsion

This recipe features on Foodie Tuesday, a weekly segment on 774 Drive with Raf Epstein, 3.30PM, courtesy of David Hall of Pure South Dining.






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Beetroot and pinot risotto with king prawns

Four of my favourite ingredients combined into one dish!




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Chicken Korma

When you see a Korma-style dish on an Indian menu it generally means it's a rich, fragrant, creamy and very mild curry that includes cardamom, is thickened with nuts and enriched with yoghurt. An absolute crowd-pleaser, wonderful way to introduce curry to children and perfect for cold wet nights.




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Kokoda with a twist

So simple and so sensational. Lots of cultures have a version of this but I love Fijian food.. Fijians are so full of happiness and it crosses over to their cuisine.




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Left over lamb ragout with mushrooms and Spring market peas

Always something nice about discovering new dishes by utilising left overs from the night before . Seriously who doesn't love a bowl of pasta with a rich ragout of slow braised meat . Add a fresh twist with sweet seasonal peas from the markets .




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Wholemeal buttermilk soda bread

170g/6oz self-raising wholemeal flour 170g/6oz plain flour 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp bicarbonate of soda 290ml/1/2 pint buttermilk





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Pho Noodle Salad with Tofu, Wombok and Broccolini

This recipe features on Foodie Tuesday, a weekly segment on 774 Drive with Raf Epstein, 3.30PM, shared by Hetty McKinnon, founder of Surry Hills community kitchen Arthur Street Kitchen and author of new cookbook 'Neighbourhood'.




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Vanilla-scented Baked Rice Pudding

This recipe features on Foodie Tuesday, a weekly segment on 774 Drive with Raf Epstein, 3.30PM, shared by the Dinner Ladies (Katherine Westwood & Sophie Gilliatt)




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Kung Pao Chicken

This recipe features on Foodie Tuesday, a weekly segment on 774 Drive with Raf Epstein, 3.30PM, shared by the Dinner Ladies (Katherine Westwood & Sophie Gilliatt)




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Eucalyptus smoked Marburg emu fillet, beets, macadamia plus Lilly Pilly and finger lime spritzer

Delicious Australian dish with fresh Lilly Pilly and finger lime spritzer.




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Jerusalem artichokes cooked overnight with hazelnut praline

This recipe features on Foodie Tuesday, a weekly segment on 774 Drive with Raf Epstein, 3.30PM, shared by Dan Hunter, chef and owner of Otways' restaurant Brae.





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Tinga de pollo (chicken)

This recipe features on Foodie Tuesday, a weekly segment on 774 Drive with Raf Epstein, 3.30PM, shared by Martin Zozaya of El Atino & Co.




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Spring chicken soup

This recipe features on Foodie Tuesday, a weekly segment on 774 Drive with Raf Epstein, 3.30PM, shared by Matt Purbrick author of Grown & Gathered.




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Bush food macadamia, white chocolate and pepperleaf cookies

125g butter, softened 1 cup caster sugar 1 egg 1 tsp vanilla essence 1 and 1/2 cups plain flour, sifted 1 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp. pepper leaf spice, ground 1 cup white chocolate chips 1/3 cup raw macadamia nuts, chopped




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MACADAMIA PESTO POTATO SALAD WITH CRISPY PROSCIUTTO AND MARKET CHERRY TOMATOES

Love this time of year where our makers are abundant with the sweet aroma of fresh basil . Here is my take on a fancy potato salad of macadamia pesto , crispy prosciutto, sweet cherry tomatoes




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Hot smoked ocean trout with salad

200 gm flaked salt 200 gm brown sugar 1 side ocean trout, skin on, pinboned 1/2 cup smoking shavings/sawdust Salad 1 butter lettuce 1 baby endive lettuce 2 Lebanese cucumbers 200 ml creme fraiche 100 ml vinaigrette (25 ml sherry vinegar, 25 ml olive oil, 50 ml grape seed oil) Salt and pepper 2 Granny Smith apples 1 stick celery Bunch chives




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CAULIFLOWER PAKORAS WITH MINTED YOGURT

These tasty little Indian Fritters will convert a body who has a dislike of cauliflower. Served simply with a minty yogurt they are simply delicious.




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Bush food native tomato seasoned chicken with plum and chilli dip

chicken thigh fillets, skinless and cut in to finger length strips 100g melted butter 1 tbsp. native tomato spice mix plum and chilli bottled sauce





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Piri Piri Chicken

It's one that came from the Portuguese colony of Mozambique. Don't let the chili put you off, I've got a two year old daughter who loves this. I used to wonder how the Portuguese got this level of flavour and the trick is, in the marinade, use lemon juice or vinegar. The acid cuts right through and gives a level of authenticity.




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Malibu strawberry tart with coconut thickened custard

I love the texture of a cool tasting coconut custard with market fragrant strawberries macerated in well more coconut liqueur.




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Chicken and Asparagus Risotto

This recipe features on Foodie Tuesday, a weekly segment on 774 Drive with Raf Epstein, 3.30PM




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Gateway Chocolate Mud Cake

This recipe features on Foodie Tuesday, a weekly segment on 774 Drive at 3.30PM. It was shared by Monique Bowley, director of Podcasts at Mamamia Womens Network, and one-time Great Australian Bake Off contestant.




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Roast Christmas Duck with Port and Cherry sauce

Getting in early with my Christmas recipe to inspire you to move away from the traditional Turkey . Not one for sweet tasting sauces with meat however his works extremely well against the rich sometimes games flavour and the sweet sour notes from the cherry sauce.




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Chocolate and almond torte with amaretto cream and fresh market raspberries

This is the biscuit base to sprinkle in top of the cake Make enough to accomodate 22 cm round tin 50 g Unsalted Butter 50 g Raw Sugar 50 g Almond Meal 8 g of Coco Powder Pinch of Salt 40 g plain Flour Beat all ingredients together in machine with k beater Roll into oblong wrap in glad and freeze Cake mix 250 g eggs or 5 x large eggs 75 g of local honey 125 g castor sugar beat all ingredients together 75 g Almond Meal 120 g plain Flour 25 g coco powder 8 g Baking powder sieve ingredients Add to egg mix then add 120 ml of double Cream Melt together 70 g 70% best quality chocolate 75 g unsalted butter





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Loukanika Homemade Sausages with leek and fennel

Kathy Tsaples, author of Sweet Greek Life, shared this recipe on Foodie Tuesday, a weekly segment on ABC Radio Melbourne's Drive program at 3.30pm.




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Loukanika Homemade Sausages with orange

Kathy Tsaple, author of Sweet Greek Life, shared this recipe on Foodie Tuesday, a weekly segment on ABC Radio Melbourne's Drive program at 3.30pm.




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Greek Santorini tomato fritters with yogurt and dill dip

400g ripe roma (plum) or pomodorino (baby plum) tomatoes 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped mint 1 teaspoon dried oregano 90g plain flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon salt Light olive oil, or sunflower oil for pan-frying 250g Greek-style yogurt 1 tablespoon finely chopped dill Lemon wedges, to serve




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Mini Sneakers Chocolates

Pana Barbounis, author of 'Pana Chocolate, The Recipes', shared this recipe on Foodie Tuesday, a weekly segment on ABC Radio Melbourne's Drive program at 3.30pm.