Chicken

Annette Sym

When I was a young girl, many, many years ago, how I looked forward to Sundays. It was roast day. Chicken was a real treat in those days yet now most families will have chicken once or twice a week. You can bake, grill, BBQ, stirfy, stew, you name it, chicken is very versatile. In [...]

Winter Bugs

Annette Sym

During the colder months there are many germs floating around and naturally we are vulnerable to viruses and colds at this time. There are some things you can do to try and avoid the viruses that drag us down over winter or at least try to recover more quickly. Firstly try and not get stuck [...]

Quick and Easy Potato Bake

Quick and Easy Potato Bake low

SERVES: 8 as a side dish RECIPE FROM SYMPLY TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE BOOK 6 1 kilo potatoes cooking spray 1 x 375ml can evaporated light milk 2 tablespoons salt-reduced French onion soup mix 1 teaspoon crushed garlic (in jar) 1 tablespoon finely grated parmesan cheese ½ cup 25% reduced-fat grated tasty cheese Preheat [...]

Anzac Day

Annette Sym

The 25th of April is such a special day for Australians and a day when we can take time to reflect upon and appreciate our fallen soldiers. It is a day when medals get polished, two up coins are buffed and shiny, and proud Aussies celebrate this National holiday. My family has always had the [...]

Freezing Food

Annette Sym

Freezing food is common place, and when on a strict budget it is something that can help save dollars by either buying in bulk or when items are on sale. I went to the freezer the other day and was really disappointed to see that some meat had freezer burn and we had to throw [...]