Author Archives: Chasy

Chicken Veggie Sliders and Zucchini Chips

Posted on June 2, 2019 by Chasy

This was a recipe thought up by my 11 year old, especially for her to make her cooking debut. Her brief was ‘simple and relatively healthy’ and she came up with the goods. The best part was she did all … Continue reading →

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Raw (Veganish) Coconut Brownie Bliss Balls – nut free! (lol)

Posted on May 20, 2018 by Chasy

Folks, I am getting bloody tired of sending my kid to school with packaged food. While it won’t give her diabetes tomorrow, it’s not teaching her good eating habits. Besides, I like cooking stuff. That is why we’re here, after … Continue reading →

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Tofu Makhani

Posted on March 23, 2018 by Chasy

This is not in any way traditional, but it is kid and veggoe friendly, so it is a winner in my house. I use a combination of coconut milk and yoghurt, rather than butter and cream, because it gives the … Continue reading →

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Pork Sausage, Lentil, Spinach and Mushroom Stew with Soft Polenta

Posted on August 4, 2017 by Chasy

A ribsticking, hearty winter dish that will cure all ills.* It can be a bit of a juggling act for the novice cook, but if you time it correctly, it cooks quickly enough to be a midweek post-work meal. *Maybe. … Continue reading →

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Chocolate, Zucchini, and Quinoa Mini Muffins

Posted on April 8, 2017 by Chasy

If you’re like me, with children like mine, your skill level at hiding vegetables in things is at boss level. I made these for my 9 year old to take to school and she not only likes them, she looks … Continue reading →

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Blue cheese, apple, bacon, and caramelised onion empanadas

Posted on December 5, 2016 by Chasy

These are not true empanadas, but I started calling them that because of their shape. They take on the shape simply because the apple doesn’t fit in, otherwise! I made these specifically to be paired with whisky at a private … Continue reading →

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Beetroot and Blue Cheese Brown Rice Risotto

Posted on December 5, 2016 by Chasy

This is definitely a cheat’s risotto. Brown rice doesn’t cook down properly with the usual stock-ladling method, so you have to use the absorption method. Still tastes just as good. Ingredients 3 whole beetroot, grated 2 cups of brown rice … Continue reading →

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Picky Eater Friendly Tuna Fritters with Hidden Veg

Posted on October 7, 2016 by Chasy

I made these for my picky eaters, aged 8 and almost 2. They gobbled them up and asked for more. I can’t guarantee the same success, but they are also very satisfying for grown ups, too. Ingredients 400g tin of … Continue reading →

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The Best Mulled White Wine Ever

Posted on August 3, 2016 by Chasy

Who needs red wine? Mulled white wine is where it’s at. Ingredients 1 bottle of cheap (but not nasty) white wine 1 litre cloudy apple juice 1 large granny smith apple, cored and sliced thickly 1 large pear, cored and … Continue reading →

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Blue cheese sauce

Posted on July 22, 2016 by Chasy

I’m Australian. I know fuck all about blue cheese sauce. But this is one I cobbled together after scouring the Internet and putting together what tastes good. Please bear in mind this recipe makes fuckloads. I love this sauce. Halve … Continue reading →

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