Herb Pesto Herbs such as parsley, basil, mint and rosemary are among the most potent sources of antioxidants we can include in our daily diet. Antioxidants offer protection against heart disease and may be valuable to reduce the risk of many types of cancer....
Curry Bush: The French Alternative Just when you think you can smell a delicious curry cooking, you may be surprised to discover it is the strong aroma of a curry bush instead of a flaming hot vindaloo. The curry bush (Helichrysum italicum) is heat and frost hardy. It...
Defrosting Freezers are a handy way to store leftovers for another time. But the method of defrosting by leaving the food on the sink in the sun risks bacterial contamination. So what is the best way to defrost the leftovers when you want to eat them? Geoff...
Eating on the Road Healthy food is easy to find when travelling in a city or large town as most modern cafes have a wide range of light choices. However, it can be difficult to find healthy choices when travelling on highways. What to avoid When driving, avoid high...
Eat More Fish Most people are now aware that fish is good for your health but a recent report shows which sort of seafood is best. Nutritional benefits Fish helps reduce the risk of heart attacks because it has almost no saturated fat and is a good source of omega 3...
Bombe Alaska is a spectacular dessert that is a real show-stopper. It requires perfect timing but the results are well worth it. Geoff Jansz shares his easy tips and own special ‘flare’ in creating this truly impressive ice-cream dessert that is cold on...
For many years, animal welfare experts have been opposed to the battery hen concept. These chickens spend their lives in small cages of about four birds to a cage with a floor area equal to the size of a briefcase (45cm x 45cm or 18″ square). It is the cheapest...
Broccoli is one of the many wonderful things that Italians brought to Australia. Most people steam it, microwave it or boil it but Geoff Jansz cooks up a rustic Italian recipe for broccoli. Italian broccoli with pine nuts Ingredients 60mL extra virgin olive oil 1 head...
Queen Victoria’s Eglantine Sauce: The French Alternative In flower, roses are much admired but there is more to roses than flowers. When they have finished showing their blooms in autumn we are left with the wonderful fruits or rose hips, which are simply...
Here’s a recipe that will use up your leftover bread but tastes delicious and will warm up the family on a cold winter’s night. Ingredients 1/2 cup sultanas 1/4 cup rum 6 large eggs 1 cup caster sugar 2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 litre fresh cream 2...