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10 cheat day meals you need in your life
Recipes

10 cheat day meals you need in your life

You’ve been knee-deep in quinoa, kale and coconut all week. Your mind is telling you no, but your body is telling you yes. It’s time for cheat day. Here are 10 of our most indulgent meals you need for that naughty day off.
Creamy avocado pâté
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Creamy avocado pâté

Light, creamy and packed full of flavour, this gorgeous avocado pate is beautiful spread on crackers with salmon and served as part of a tasting plate for afternoon tea or nibbles.
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Basic bolognese sauce
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Basic bolognese sauce

This bolognese sauce recipe is a kitchen classic! Not just for pasta, this bolognese sauce is perfect for giving pies, pizzas, bakes and burgers a delicious twist!
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12 of the best haloumi recipes
Lunch

12 of the best haloumi recipes

Who doesn't love haloumi? The deliciously salty cheese is great with everything from burgers to salads, and makes an ideal alternative to meat. Feast your eyes on our simple and versatile haloumi recipes
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Beetroot and Feta Crumble
Lunch

Best-ever beetroot

Versatile beetroot is a great addition to everything from salads to burgers. Beetroot has a deep, earthy flavour and adds beautiful colour to any dish. Here are some of our favourite beetroot recipes...
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The Street Food Collective, Ponsonby, Auckland, NZ.
Lunch

The Street Food Collective

We’re in the midst of a food truck revolution and the ultimate place to experience all the vibe and variety of the contemporary street food scene is Auckland’s new ‘permanent pop-up’, The Street Food Collective.
Tempeh BLAT sandwich
Lunch

Tempeh BLAT sandwich

Vegetarians, no longer will you miss out on the BLAT! We've created the most scrumptious gourmet tempah BLAT sandwich recipe, with fried bacon style strips of tempeh and a juicy beetroot relish.
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Crispy coleslaw with Dijon yoghurt mayo
Lunch

Crispy coleslaw with Dijon yoghurt mayo

Coleslaw is a great way to enjoy a refreshing, crunchy salad in the colder months. All the ingredients in this slaw are available during autumn and winter. Leftovers will make a healthy addition to the lunch box.
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Oyster po’ boys
Lunch

Oyster po’ boys

These oyster po’ boys from the Hartsyard cookbook, Fried Chicken and Friends, showcase crisp fried oysters, creamy coleslaw and house-made hot sauce, all atop homemade English muffins. Now, you can make these delicious bite-sized burgers at home yourself.
Chinese fried rice
Dinner

Family dinners in under 30 minutes

Cooking for a family after a full day's work can be a challenge and making something the kids will love can be even harder. But we've got the solution to your last-minute dinner dilemmas with these fast and filling family recipes. From fajitas to pasta, these recipes are fun, easy and healthy. There won't be any complaints from the troops when you serve up our chicken burgers or fried rice. So heat up the stove, turn on the oven and talk about your day over the tantalising tastes of these meals.
Barbecued vegetable salad
Lunch

Our greatest barbeque recipes

Fire up the barbie and make the most of the remaining warm weather. If it's a classic steak you're after, try our T-bone with chimichurri. The kids will love our tasty beef burgers. And if red meat isn't your thing, we've got chicken fajitas and scallop skewers to satisfy. But fear not, vegetarians don't miss out either. Our colourful barbequed vegetable salad and zucchini fritters will make sure of that. So don your aprons, pick up your tongs and get outdoors and get cooking.
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Sweet chilli sauce
Lunch

Sweet chilli sauce

It's very satisfying to make your own condiments when the necessary fresh ingredients are cheap. Use in stir-fries, marinades, as a dipping sauce, on burgers or to spice up homemade dips.
Three Cabbage Slaw
Lunch

Three cabbage slaw

This zesty and fresh homemade cabbage slaw is the ultimate side dish for a big dinner spread. Packed full of texture and easy to make, this can be added to sandwiches and burgers for a delicious gourmet hit.
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Fishcake_Sliders
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Thai fish cake sliders

Sliders are really just mini burgers, but they make a perfect bite or two for parties and gatherings or little mouths. This Asian-inspired fish patty is just delicious served with the crunchy sweet chilli slaw. The patties can be made in advance and warmed in a hot oven for a few minutes just before serving.
Thai fish cake sliders
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Thai fish cake sliders

Buns, rolls, baps and sliders make a perfect vehicle for tasty fillings. Depending on the style of filling, they are ideal for any occasion, whether it’s a party, mid-week dinner or Sunday supper.
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Chickpea Pattie
Lunch

Chickpea and tuna patties

Wonderful served warm or cold, these tasty chickpea and tuna patties are delicious served on their own with a salad or as a healthy burger filling.
turkey rissoles with parsnip chips
Lunch

Turkey rissoles with parsnip chips

A healthy variation on rissoles and chips, this recipe uses lean turkey mince for patties and parsnip for chips to create a low-carb flavour-packed dinner. Serve with a creamy garlic mayonnaise to complete the dish.
Easy bread and butter pickles
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Easy bread and butter pickles

People assume that because one is old that time is not an issue. The trouble is, when you are as old as I am, everything simply takes so much longer to do! I can assure you, Nana’s brain moves just as quickly as ever, but my poor old limbs just don’t seem to follow, so a recipe that is reasonably quick to prepare is a boon for me. Most pickles and chutneys take the best part of a day to make and three months to mature. To speed things along, I’m making a batch of sweet and tangy bread and butter pickles. They are as delicious as a relish, but are ready in 24 hours.
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Kkakdugi (daikon kimchi)
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Kkakdugi (daikon kimchi)

All Korean meals must feature kimchi. The most ubiquitous type is cabbage, but other ingredients, like daikon, cucumber and dried squid given the kimchi treatment create a harmonious but pungent taste.
Salmon with chermoula
Lunch

Salmon with chermoula

Chermoula is a Moroccan spice paste. You can use it as a marinade for seafood, meat and chicken, or add it to mince meat for fabulous hamburgers. Note
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Pulled pork sliders
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Pulled pork sliders

Pulled pork takes time to prepare due to the long, slow cooking process. So while the grill is crowded with sausages and steaks, use the oven to prepare this.
Lamb, Fetta and Basil Pizza
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Lamb, feta and basil pizza

Use chopped tomatoes instead of cherry tomatoes. Try tapenade or pesto instead of passata. Price will vary. When making fresh breadcrumbs, make doable or more. Freeze in resealable food storage bags in small portions to have on hand. Save money Buy in bulk when mince is on special. Place 500g portions in resealable food storage […]
tofu patties with thai salsa
Lunch

Tofu patties with Thai salsa

Delicious soft and tender tofu patties with a light crispy outside served with Thai salsa makes the ideal healthy summer lunch or snack as they�re jam-packed with flavour.
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Green tomato chutney
Side Dishes

Green tomato chutney

Cooking with green tomatoes is a great way to use up those pieces that just won't ripen, either on the vine or off. Serve with cold meats and cheese or on sandwiches and burgers.
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Tuna kedgeree
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Tuna kedgeree

For hard-boiled eggs, place cold eggs in a saucepan of cold water. Bring to the boil on medium, then simmer 4-5 minutes. Cool under cold, running water. Peel and quarter. These are delicious in burgers. Note
tomatoandsweetchillirelish
Quick and Easy

Tomato and sweet chilli relish

This relish recipe is great to serve with grilled meat, sausages, or on hamburgers and sandwiches. Its spicy sweetness is tempered with vinegar, which also serves to intensify the natural flavour of the tomatoes.
date and tamarind relish
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Date and tamarind relish

The sweetness of the dates and the sourness of the tamarind combine to give you wonderful for a sandwich or burger condiment. It is packed full of flavour and spice to create a real taste sensation.
SUN-DRIED Tomato Relish
Lunch

Sun-dried tomato relish

This beautifully flavoured sun-dried tomato relish can be used in all sorts of dishes. It compliments cheese very well, and is delicious with steak or a burger.
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mayonnaise
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Mayonnaise

Create this classic condiment at home using whole ingredients. This mayo is the perfect accompaniment for chips, burgers, seafood and salads.
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TANGY BARBECUE SAUCE
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Tangy barbecue sauce

This sauce is best made a day in advance. Keep refrigerated up to 3 days in a screw-top jar. Serve with beef burgers, braised ribs, roasted potato wedges and as a sauce for home-made baked beans. Note
Bean Patties with Grilled Corn Salsa
Lunch

Bean patties with grilled corn salsa

Shape mixture into larger patties to use in vegetarian burgers. Use leftover taco seasoning to make guacamole and salad dressings, or sprinkle over tofu and mixed vegetables before char-grilling. Speedy corn: Before char-grilling corn cobs, rinse them in water; the extra moisture will help them steam while char-grilling. Note
Tomato chilli salsa
Lunch

Tomato chilli salsa

A spicy salsa perfect as a dip or sauce for platters, share plates or tapas. This tomato chilli salsa is great served as a dip with fresh vegetables, as a condiment with steak or on a burger.
Pickled cucumbers
Side Dishes

Pickled cucumbers

A tasty addition to a sandwich, burger or snacking plate, make a batch of your own pickled cucumbers and delight your friends and family.
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