16 recipes that prove you deserve macaroni cheese for dinner
When you're in need of big hit of comforting, cheesy goodness, nothing beats macaroni cheese. Treat yourself tonight and indulge in our best recipes
Breakfast-in-bed recipes for Mother’s Day
Treat Mum this Mother's Day with some lovely breakfast-in-bed, including muffins, waffles and an easy pain au chocolat recipe. Just add coffee!
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Chocolate lolly cake slice with gooey marshmallow frosting
Classic Kiwi lolly cake gets a delicious twist in this winning slice recipe. Chocolate lolly cake is topped with gooey marshmallow frosting to create the ultimate nostalgic treat
Easter bunny slice
This brilliant Easter bunny slice recipe is exactly what you need to keep the stress low but the deliciousness high this Easter.
Dukkah-crumbed lamb cutlets & roasted cauliflower salad
This delicious and hearty lamb dinner recipe brings together all the great flavours and ingredients of the Middle East
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Lamb fatteh
A super-quick midweek, delicious Lebanese-inspired dinner that everyone will love.
Bunny biscuits with pink icing
Get the kids to help you make these cute bunny biscuits as an Easter or birthday treat. These are perfect if you're looking for an easy Easter biscuit recipe
10 grab-and-go breakfast recipes for busy mornings
Don't skip the most important meal of the day! These breakfast recipe ideas can not only be made in advance, you can also easily take them with you when you're on the go during busy mornings.
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12 of the best fruit slice recipe ideas
These fruit slice recipes are heaven for anyone who loves a fresh injection of fruit in their baking! Try our best recipes starring blueberry, peach, raspberry, apricot, apple, mango and passionfruit.
Crisp-skinned Vietnamese chicken and peach herb salad
Sweet and savoury collides perfectly in this vibrant Vietnamese chicken and peach herb salad recipe. Serve drizzled with homemade nuoc cham (dipping sauce) for a simply delicious summer meal
Linguine with garlic prawns and chorizo
You'll have a tasty dinner on the table in no time with this garlic prawn and chorizo linguine, which takes an easy-breezy 25 minutes to pull together!
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Balsamic beef skewers with easy barbecue flatbread
All you need is a barbecue to create this impressively easy recipe. Homemade flatbread acts as the perfect 'plate' for delicious balsamic beef and mushroom skewers. It's must-try for any outdoor cooking fan
14 sweet and savoury fresh peach recipe ideas to try
Celebrate the short but sweet stone fruit season with these delicious peach recipe ideas. Try homemade chutney, pies, salads, cakes and more. You can even bottle them to enjoy all year round!
Grilled balsamic chicken with broad bean salad
Brighten up your lunch or dinner with this delicious chicken salad recipe! Zingy balsamic and lemon, juicy tomatoes, creamy bocconcini and beautifully grilled chicken make this spring dish pop
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Chicken and risoni pasta bake
Creamy, cheesy and deeply comforting, this chicken and risoni pasta bake is a great dish to pull out when you're feeding lots of people.
10 easy homemade popsicle recipes for a cool summer
Whipping up a refreshing ice block from scratch is easier than you think! Try our best homemade popsicle recipes including coconut, berry, tropical, strawberry, passionfruit and pineapple!
Christmas Eton mess
This is an easy dessert to put together using up any leftover Christmas cake or pudding, fresh fruit that’s ready to be eaten and meringues. Plus, it’s super-yum!
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10 easy ideas for Christmas leftovers
Christmas Day is officially over, but your abundance of leftover ham and turkey begs to differ! Here are our top 10 recipe ideas for deliciously dealing to that fridge full of leftovers
Summer lamb and beetroot salad
Quickly seared lamb underpins this tasty dish, making it perfectly adequate for dinner. Pulled together in just 20 minutes, it's a quick and healthy meal that everyone will love.
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20 essential recipes for a vegetarian Christmas
Ensure everyone enjoys a delicious Christmas feast with our collection of hearty vegetarian recipes! These are more than just side dishes - each one can easily star as a vege-friendly alternative to traditional turkey or ham.
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16 tasty Christmas desserts that aren’t pavlova
Take a break from that traditional pav and try one of our 16 tasty Christmas dessert alternatives. From trifle to ice cream cake, these recipes add a deliciously different twist to your Xmas spread
Golden fried brie cheese with quick peach chutney
Beware: This fried brie recipe is seriously irresistible! The combination of ooey gooey melted cheese, crunchy breadcrumbs and sweet peach chutney will go down as an all-time entertaining favourite
12 deliciously easy Christmas nibbles
Let's face it, Christmas feasting begins from the moment you open your eyes on the 25th! Get ready for a day of grazing with these nibbles recipes - they're perfect for keeping the family satisfied until the main event!
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The best strawberry recipes to celebrate the season
Nothing says summer like a bright red, plump, heart-shaped strawberry. Dig into our best strawberry recipes including strawberry shortcake, cheesecake, scones, crumbles and classic chocolate dipped.
Spicy lemongrass pork burgers with mango slaw
Enjoy the deliciousness of takeaways alongside the joy of homemade cooking with this recipe for spicy lemongrass pork burgers. Packed with a fresh and zingy mango slaw, this meal will have you licking your lips.
20 fun Halloween recipes that are perfect for the spooky season
Get creative this Halloween with these wickedly spooky recipes. Whether you're hosting a themed party or just looking for something to give trick or treaters a fright, these recipes will bring all sorts of fun!
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30 finger food recipes that are perfect for Rugby World Cup viewings
Get game day ready with these finger-licking nibbles recipes. They're super easy to prepare and perfect for snacking on during those edge-of-your-seat moments throughout the game. May the best team win!
Banana and ricotta pancakes
Light, fluffy and incredibly moreish, these beautiful ricotta and banana pancakes are perfect for a lazy weekend breakfast.
Lemon sour cream cake
With the sour cream adding a beautiful denseness, and the lemon icing adding a divine zestiness, this simple lemon sour cream cake is packed with indulgent flavours.
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Brie and bacon filo tarts with spinach and pine nuts
This tart recipe will be the star of your next morning tea! Crispy, golden filo nests are filled with a delicious combo of brie cheese, streaky bacon, baby spinach and pine nuts. Serve warm for ultimate enjoyment
One-pan honey mustard chicken thighs
Nadia Lim's honey mustard chicken recipe is too good not to become a family favourite! Ready in just 30 minutes and cooked to perfection in one pan, this dish is delicious served with mashed potatoes
General Tso’s chicken
This sweet and spicy deep fried chicken is deliciously sweet and sticky
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Microwave chocolate self-saucing pudding
Microwave chocolate self-saucing pudding recipe, brought to you by Australian Women's Weekly
Broccoli and herb fritters with beetroot relish
These gluten-free fritters are packed full of sheer goodness! Whip up a batch for a tasty weekend brunch or a light and easy midweek dinner - and make sure you pile up on our scrumptious toppings.
Lasagne pasta bake
To reheat, thaw, then cover with foil and bake for 30-40 minutes (or 20-30 minutes for smaller dishes).
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Chicken and apricot curry
This fragrant curry goes a step further with the famed combination of chicken and apricot, resulting in a simple but delicious dinner. It's such a fantastic way to experiment with fresh summer fruit!
Creamy broccoli, garlic and tuna pasta bake with rocket
This no-fuss pasta bake recipe creates the perfect family meal. Creamy, cheesy yet packed with plenty of green goodness, this dish is delicious served for dinner sprinkled with peppery rocket leaves
Prawn spaghetti pasta with chilli, capers and tomato
Dinner doesn't get much easier than this! This prawn spaghetti recipe contains all the classic elements of a good pasta - garlic, tomatoes, chillies and salty capers. Serve for a simple yet sophisticated meal
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Seafood and vegetable fritters
Ready-made tempura dipping sauce is available from most Asian grocers. Note
5 go-to lazy dinners our team makes when they don’t feel like cooking
In this segment of 'What We Ate', the Food to Love team shares their go-to dinner that they cook when they're busy (or just don't feel like cooking) - from a healthy buddha bowl to a simple but oh-so-flavoursome shrimp pasta.
Skillet apple bread pudding for two
This pudding has got to go down as one of the tastiest things you can make in a skillet. Apples and raisins are paired with the subtle spices of cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg, making a warming dessert for two that can be whipped up in no time.
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10 basic dinner recipes to try if you usually get takeaways
If you usually rely on dining out and Uber Eats for dinner, the thought of cooking for yourself might be a bit stressful. To help, we've pulled together 10 of our easiest recipes - so even beginner cooks can have healthy and delicious meals!
20 budget-friendly recipes that are perfect for flat dinners
Coming up with simple meals that are tasty, nutritious and easy on the pocket is no small task when you're cooking for flatmates. We've rounded up our best budget-friendly meals to help you feed the bunch - without compromising on taste.
14 simple dinners you can make with pantry staples
Whether you are trying to stick to a budget or want to be prepared for emergencies, knowing how to make the most of the ingredients you have on hand is a great cooking skill. To help, we've rounded up 14 recipes that make the most of pantry essentials.
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Fish tacos with a crunchy hemp crumb
Embrace the nutty goodness of hemp in these quick and easy fish tacos. The tasty crumb coating works equally well for whole fish fillets or chicken and is an easy way to incorporate super-nutritious hemp into an everyday dish.
Margherita pizzas with gluten-free kūmara bases
Create authentic Margherita pizzas with a gluten-free twist - the bases are made out of kūmara and rolled oats! They have a fabulously crunchy edge when cooked, meaning they are perfect for holding all of your favourite toppings.
Marinated salmon poke bowl with soba noodles
These salmon poke bowls are fantastic as a quick dinner or tasty workday lunch. Simply leave the salmon to marinate while you prepare the rest of your ingredients and you have a fresh and healthy meal at the ready!
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Easy vanilla cake with passionfruit pulp and yoghurt
This light and lovely vanilla cake is just what you need for a simple dessert. The cake itself is a dream to whip up - just 15 minutes of work and you'll have it in the oven - and the passionfruit and yoghurt topping is heavenly.
Simply the best pikelet recipes
Try some of our best pikelet recipes!
15 tray-bake recipes that make midweek dinners a breeze
Is there anything more convenient than a tray-baked dinner? Just chop up your ingredients, layer them on the tray with a bit of seasoning, then put your feet up while the oven does the rest. A delicious, nutritious dinner in a flash!
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Easy cheesy macaroni with roasted tomatoes
This macaroni is what dreams are made of - it's extra cheesy, super simple and topped with delicious roasted tomatoes for an added dose of veg. Whip one up for a quick and easy dinner - you'll have it on the table in less than 20 minutes!
Vegan Mexican slaw with tempeh and guacamole
Keep dinner light and lovely with this flavoursome vegan slaw! It's packed with bright colours thanks to all the wonderful fresh vegetables, and the Mexican-style tempeh adds a scrumptious dose of protein.
Savoury olive and rosemary cheese biscuits
Here is a savoury version of the lovely French Sablés. They’re a nice alternative to nibble with your glass of wine instead of nuts or chippies, and make a fantastic addition to a grazing platter!
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5 creative types of platter that will make entertaining easy
If you love creating a beautiful grazing platter to feed your guests, your world is about to open up! From breakfast boards to dessert delights, here are all our favourite ways to interpret a platter – and they all make entertaining a breeze.
14 super-easy dessert ideas that will be on the table in just 15 minutes
Level up from your usual bowl of ice cream with these super-quick but oh-so-delicious dessert ideas! From banana split sundaes to no-bake strawberry tarts, these recipes will satisfy your sweet tooth with minimal effort.
Saucy barbecue jackfruit burgers
With its fibrous, ‘stringy’ texture, jackfruit makes the perfect pulled pork or shredded chicken substitute for anyone cutting back on meat. Try these delicious barbecue jackfruit burgers to get a taste for it - you'll never look back!
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14 comforting recipes for anyone dining alone this Valentine’s Day
Not everyone will be cooking for two this Valentine's Day, but that doesn't mean you have to miss out on a romantic dinner! Treat yourself to one of these lovely single-serve dishes - there's nothing like good food to make you feel less alone.
3 delicious sorbet recipes you can make in an instant
Want freshly-made frozen treats in a flash? These instant sorbet recipes are just what you need. All you need is a few ingredients, a blender and five minutes up your sleeve - and voilà !
Avocado Buddha bowl with tahini dressing
Keep things fresh, simple and delicious with this uber-easy avocado Buddha bowl. A quinoa base is topped with healthy greens, dukkah-crusted eggs and a zingy tahini dressing, making a dish that's perfect for a fuss-free lunch or dinner.
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Gluten-free fish fingers with a nutty crumb
It’s hard to resist freshly crumbed and fried fish, especially during the summer, but what if you’re keen to avoid using bread-crumbs? Polenta can be gritty and rice flour sandy, but this nut crumb is just right!
Asparagus with prosciutto, egg and parmesan
If you’ve never tried asparagus, egg and prosciutto (or ham or bacon) together, then you’ve been missing out! All the components of this dish pair beautifully together - making it a perfect BBQ side dish.
Power through your workday with these healthy lunch ideas
Brighten up your workday with these deliciously healthy lunch ideas. From colourful salads to sweet stuffed peppers, these recipes will always have you looking forward to lunchtime!
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Ginger salmon poke-style bowl with spicy sesame avocado
Nail the trendiest meal of the moment with this ginger salmon poke bowl recipe. Fresh, fast and healthy, this Hawaiian-inspired dish makes a delicious gluten and dairy-free lunch or light dinner
How to make fruity adults-only cocktail ice blocks
Cheers to these adults-only, alcohol spiked ice blocks! Try our favourite cocktail inspired recipes including strawberry and champagne, plum and cider or orange and cointreau. A must-try for summer!
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10 sweet fresh cherry recipe ideas to try this summer
Nothing says Kiwi summer quite like fresh cherries! Dig into our best sweet cherry dessert recipes for the season including cherry pie, cherry tart, cherry cheesecake and cherry ice cream.
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10 sweet nectarine recipe ideas to try for dessert
Celebrate summer's glut of stone fruit with these nectarine recipes. Choose from your favourite desserts including nectarine tart, trifle, muffins, cake or simply roasted to perfection. Dig in!
Simple blackberry and apple jam
All you need is four ingredients to bring this simple blackberry and apple jam recipe to life. Share a jar with your nearest and dearest or keep in the pantry a delicious dose of fruity goodness whenever you want
Little courgette, blueberry and lemon cakes
This courgette cake recipe is simply divine! Easily whipped up in a muffin pan, these little cakes are spiked with lemon and topped with crystallised frosty blueberries. Serve with lemon drizzle and enjoy!
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Pork chops with peach and rosemary sauce
You've had pork and pineapple, but what about pork and peach? This dairy-free, gluten-free recipe is the perfect example of just how good the collision of sweet and savoury can be for a family meal
14 healthier recipes to kick off the New Year
As New Year's resolutions go, getting fit and healthy is at the top of most lists. We've put together our tastiest meals, sweets and guilt-free extras to help get your goals off to a delicious start.
Watermelon, peach and basil salad with balsamic dressing
This watermelon salad recipe is a winner! As well as being dairy and gluten-free (so it's perfect for sharing with everyone at the table), it can be whipped up in just 10 minutes. How easy is that?
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Asparagus and feta frittata
This scrumptious asparagus and feta frittata can be made ahead, stored, then reheated later for an easy summer lunch or dinner. You could even whip one up to take on a family picnic - it's so quick to make!
One-pan ham, spuds and vegetables
There's no need to throw out your Christmas leftovers, give them a makeover instead! The brown butter, or beurre noisette, gives these basic leftovers a truly incredible lift.
Courgette, pea and buffalo cheese salad
Grilled on the barbecue is our favourite way to eat courgettes. If you want to dress them up, add some sweet peas, mint and, if you like, a little soft feta, ricotta or marinated buffalo cheese like in this recipe.
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Kūmara, pomegranate & goat’s cheese salad with maple & chilli
This jewel-bright jumble of kūmara and goat’s cheese is the perfect side salad for a festive feast. Whether you're hosting Christmas at your place or need a great dish to bring along, this recipe is bound to be a hit.
15 easy Christmas cocktails that will make your day extra merry
Raise a glass - it's the most wonderful time of the year! These summery cocktails will bring the cheer for you and your guests this Christmas, so make sure you give yourself a chance to relax in the sun with a drink in hand.
Chicken, cranberry and brie filo parcels
Is there any combination quite as tasty as chicken, cranberry and brie? Wrap this delectable mixture up in crispy filo pastry to make little parcels that are bursting with flavour - perfect as a Christmas starter or take-a-plate idea.
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Cornmeal chicken sticks with jalapeno aioli
These tasty chicken sticks make a finger-licking snack that is perfect as a starter in your Christmas feast or dinner party. Packed with flavour and delightfully crispy, they'll be gone before you know it!
15 seafood recipes that are perfect for your Christmas feast
One of the best things about a Kiwi Christmas is the fresh seafood! Dig into these delicious recipe ideas for enjoying prawns, salmon, whole fish, scallops and crayfish this festive season.
Why these ready-made salads should be your go-to for an easy dinner
Local, fresh and produced used sustainable growing practices, these ready made salads are a lifesaver when you want a quick and healthy meal.
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3 delicious ideas for bruschetta toppings
Italy’s most famous antipasto makes the perfect addition to a sharing platter - so try one of these three scrumptious ideas to impress your guests. They would be a fantastic way to get the nibbles started on Christmas Day!
Classic tiramisu with mascarpone and espresso
This foolproof recipe for a classic Italian tiramisu is as impressive as it is simple. With silky-smooth mascarpone and a delicious injection of flavour from the espresso, this dish is perfect as a dinner party dessert.
Caesar salad with grilled romaine lettuce
This cheat's Caesar salad recipe is your quickfire way to creating a side dish that's perfect for summer barbecues. With the crunchy croutons, creamy dressing and flavourful grilled lettuce, this dish is sure to become a favourite!
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20 movie snacks that you need for your next Netflix binge
Just when you thought your Netflix binge sesh couldn't get any better, we added these tasty snacks to the schedule! From scrumptious popcorn ideas to dips, garlic bread and biscotti, these recipes will see you right through your marathon.
10 gluten and egg-free recipes that the whole family will love
We've teamed up with Orgran to bring you our best gluten and egg-free recipes - so you can enjoy all your favourite dishes without worry! From sweet cinnamon loaves to nutrition-packed quiches, these recipes will make life easy and delicious.
This new oven-ready salmon range will make dinner easier than ever
Make an Al Brown-inspired dinner at home that's ready in just 15 minutes with the help of Regal Salmon's new oven-ready salmon range.
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Two deliciously gourmet homemade ice cream flavours
Save money by turning cheap ice cream into incredible gourmet flavours by buying a two-litre tub of ice cream and creating never-ending flavours from the most wonderful combinations. Here are two of our favourites.
Nici Wickes’ quick and easy meatballs for two
You'd be hard pressed to find a homemade meatballs recipe that's quicker or easier to make than this one! Pinch the ground meat out of sausages to create meatballs that taste just as good as if you'd made them from scratch.
Thai beef salad with chilli lime sauce
Enjoy a dinner that is bursting with Thai flavours by pulling together this sharp and zingy beef salad. It's the ideal recipe for those nights where you have limited time but still crave a delicious, filling meal.
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Double cheese and chive scones
These are the only scones to make if you’re after a recipe that’s super-charged with cheese. The recipe comes from Nici Wickes’ mum’s local café, but they’ve adjusted the recipe by adding chives for extra zing!
Ginger, pear and pistachio crumbles
You should never feel guilty about indulging in a well-earned dessert - but if you're wanting to cram a bit more goodness into a pudding, this refined sugar-free ginger, pear and pistachio crumble recipe is perfect!
Mini lemon raspberry baked Alaskas
Everyone loves an individual dessert and baked Alaska is always a huge crowd-pleaser – it screams effort, yet is deceptively easy to put together. These can be made round or square, just make sure they’re loaded up with tangy lemon curd.
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Gooey molten chocolate puddings
So popular in restaurants and dead easy to make at home, these chocolate puddings are incredible! Don’t be fooled by imitation recipes where the gooey filling is just undercooked batter – these ones are the real deal.
Nici Wickes’ easy lemon flan
This is such a simple citrus tart that has become a favourite as it can be made at a minute’s notice. Enjoy either as a light and zingy dessert or with a cup of coffee in the afternoon.
Nadia Lim’s vegan tacos with walnut and almond chilli
Fresh, tasty and so simple to throw together, Nadia Lim's tacos with walnut and almond chilli from her new cookbook Vegful are sure to become a family favourite
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Dairy-free avocado and lemon muffins
Find out just how well avocado pairs with sweet flavours by whipping up a batch of these gorgeous avocado and lemon muffins. Topped with a delightful lemon frosting, these little treats are just perfect for lunch boxes.
20 deliciously simple fritter recipes
Is there anything you can't put in a fritter? From veges and seafood to meat and cheese, a good fritter recipe is a must-have in your cooking repertoire. Discover our best recipes in this lip-smacking collection.
Thai coconut chicken curry with spicy porcini mushrooms
This Thai-style coconut curry is packed with plump porcini mushrooms, succulent chicken and fiery flavours, creating a dish that is filling and wonderfully tasty. Serve for a simple and nourishing dinner.
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Crushed peas & poached eggs on sourdough toast
If you usually go without breakfast, this tasty savoury dish will have you converted. Not only is it delicious, it'll fuel both body and brain so you can head off into the day feeling nourished, satisfied and ready to go.
Warm potato and avocado salad with salmon
This salad is a deliciously flavoursome childhood recipe of Nici Wickes' mum's, which is fabulous in its simplicity. The avocado is warmed by the potatoes just enough to bring up its flavour and creaminess.
