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Geoff Jansz visited the Golden Century Restaurant in Sydney’s China Town, to find out how to make the perfect fried rice. The Managing Director, Eric Wong, told Geoff that it’s easy to tell a good fried rice from a bad one. In a good fried rice, the...
For the past 15 years, Geoff Jansz has been growing his fruit and vegetables without using chemical fertilisers or pesticides. He likes the philosophy of organic farming: caring what goes into the soil, caring what you eat and caring about what is left for future...
Geoff Jansz says that as well as being delicious and healthy, this dish is easy to prepare because as you roast the mushrooms the sauce makes itself! Ingredients 1 peeled onion, core removed and sliced 1/2 clove garlic, chopped fresh herbs (Geoff used rosemary,...
The number of kids who are overweight and obese is rising rapidly. In fact, 1 in 4 kids are now overweight. Studies show that many kids are eating too much food, too much junk food and not exercising enough. In our segment Dr Rosemary Stanton gave some practical...
Geoff Jansz demonstrated how to make a simple but full flavoured pasta dish, which balances the smoky characteristics of the fish with the light, creamy texture of pasta and vegetables. Geoff said this recipe is perfect for a romantic dinner, and is guaranteed...
Geoff Jansz demonstrated a foolproof cooking method for Calrose rice. Ingredients 3 cups water1 tsp salt2 cups Calrose rice Method Put the salt and water into a large saucepan and bring to the boil. Add the Calrose rice. Stir, and bring back to the boil. *(Tip:...
Potato salad is a great accompaniment to cold meat, schnitzels and summer barbecues. There are lots of complicated recipes, but Peter Valder has a very simple one. Ingredients 2 large potatoes, peeled and cubed 100ml spring onions, chopped 125ml mayonnaise 50ml white...
Prunes have always been valued as a laxative, because as well as being a great source of fibre they also contain sorbitol and some organic acids that stimulate the large bowel. Even prune juice, which has virtually no fibre, has a laxative effect. However, Dr Rosemary...
At this time of year citrus trees are in full production and many people are wondering what on earth to do with the harvest! Geoff Jansz has a ‘delicious’ solution to the problem. He makes a light and fluffy, self-saucing pudding using new season lemons....
About 80% of people will suffer back pain at some stage in their lives. In our segment health and fitness expert, Dr Garry Egger, looked at some of the ways of preventing lower back pain. What causes back pain? Garry said that one common cause of back pain is leg...