Table of contents for May 2023 in Taste.com.au

Well, before the cold weather sets in and soup season begins in earnest, I find myself craving the feeling of a warm bowl of spoonable goodness cupped in my hands. As wall as being food for the soul, for hundreds of years, Soup has been one of the best ways to stretch your budget and make the groceries go further. I know that when it's the week before payday, I empty the crisper drawer of any vegie odds and ends into a pot and beef them up with leftover protein, such as roast chook or lamb, or toss in a can of lentils. Then all that's left to do is add stock, water, herbs and spices, and let it all simmer together to create one of the easiest, tastiest and…

tip 1 When mixing the wet ingredients for the focaccia dough, it's important to wait until it's frothy. This means the yeast is activated and ready to be mixed with the dry ingredients. If it doesn't froth, the dough won't rise. tip 2 A wooden spoon is what you need to mix the yeast mixture into the dry ingredients- This dough is very sticky, so you'll struggle to mix it with your hands. The spoon is also handy for pushing the dough into the air fryer basket. tip 3 Make sure the baking paper lining the air fryer basket comes no more than about 2cm up the side of the basket. If it reaches nearthe top of the basket, there's a risk it may catch on fire. tip 4 When…

Sticky Chinese pork stir-fry Dinner's done in only 15 minutes! Easy, tasty, flexible to use whatever leftover veg you have. @WESTY This was absolutely amazing. The flavours were so delicious. A big hit with both of us and kids from ages 2 to 8. @SHEMATGEO A new family favourite. @AGAPANTS Zucchini slice spanakopita bake Serve up an easy vego lunch This recipe was another winner in our house. I am about to make it again. Delicious! @EAMH Easy to make, @ASHEARY Absolutely love this receipe and have made it several times. Great for dinner and lunch the next day. @GRAMAS Golden syrup Anzac tart Slice up a toffee and caramel tart. Very easy to make. Everyone loved it. @FNORD42 Big hit with everyone, will definitely make again. @MELANIEMARIN091 Was an…

Wick bliss What could be more inviting than the sweet scent of sprinkle-topped buttery bread? With notes of orange cream, lemon zest, buttercream and vanilla, these hand-crafted soy candles are sweet, sweet nostalgia in a jar. $29 at waxhouse.com.au. Roots AND ALL New Zealand Roots Marlborough Dry Gin took the World's Best London Dry Gin gong at the World Gin Awards 2023 and we can taste why! Roots is a crisp, dry gin with notes of juniper, grapefruit, kawakawa and coriander seed, delivering a smooth and silky spirit. Pairs well with tonic and a relax in the hammock. $95 from selected bottle shops. bloomin' brew Get your brew on with this quirky loose leaf tea infuser. Plant this adorable tulip in your cup and extract all the flavour from your…

ZESTY TOFU TOPPER This Man-style soup is super simple to throw together. Mix and match ingredients with what you've got on hand, just like regular fried rice. SCAN THE OR CODE FOR STAR SOUPS CREAMY SPAG BOWL! taco soup serves 4 prep 15 mins | cooking 20 mins 1 tbs olive oil 1 small brown onion, chopped 1 red capsicum, deseeded, chopped 250g beef mince 35g pkt taco seasoning 500ml (2 cups) Massel Organic Beef Liquid Stock 400g can diced tomatoes 400g can black beans, rinsed, drained 2 x 125g cans corn kernels, drained Vegetable oil, to shallow fry 4 white corn tortillas Chopped avocado, grated Cheddar, sour cream and ground paprika, to serve Sliced fresh jalapeño chillies. to serve (optional) product watch Massel Beef Stock is an easy, all-natural way to boost flavour. 1 Heat olive oil in a large…

baked ricotta & burnt orange sauce Orange season is here, so let the juicing and zesting begin! Did you know that you'll get more juice from room-temperature fruit than ones straight from the fridge? And when you're peeling an orange, be sure to remove the bitter white pith between the zest and flesh. We're loving the citrus in this sweet and tangy sauce. Cook down the juice with sugar until it's caramel in colour. Add chilli, white wine vinegar and orange segments then use to drench a simple herby baked ricotta. BEST OF MAY fruit custard apple kiwifruit mandarin orange raspberries rhubarb strawberries vegies beetroot cauliflower leek okra pumpkin herbs chives coriander ginger lemongrass sage SCAN THE OR CODE FOR THE FULL RECIPE…

tomato TULIPS Surprise her with an edible bouquet! Wearing gloves, rub 20 x 14cm bamboo skewers with green food colouring. Spread skewers over paper towel to dry. Cut a deep-cross into 200g of grape tomatoes. Scrape out most of the seeds. Use electric beaters to beat 125g cream cheese, 2 tbs sour cream, 1 crushed garlic clove and 2 tsp finely grated Lemon rind. Season with salt. Pipe the mixture into tomatoes and insert skewers into base. Chill for 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours) then serve.…

IN THE PIE MAKER fun cooking MAKES 8 PREP 15 mins COOK 30 mins 2 tsp olive oil 4 green shallots, thinly sliced 4 eggs 80ml (1/3 cup) thickened cream 2 sheets frozen shortcrust pastry, just thawed 80g (1 cup) coarsely grated Cheddar 4 large cherry truss tomatoes, halved horizontally Mixed salad leaves, to serve 1 Heat the oil in a small frying pan over medium heat. Add the shallot and cook for 2-3 minutes or until softened. Transfer to a plate to cool. 2 Whisk the eggs and cream in a jug until well combined. Season. 3 Use a large pie maker pastry cutter to cut 8 discs from the pastry. Lightly grease the pie maker holes then press a pastry disc into each hole. Turn on the pie maker. Close the…

IN THE SLOW COOKER fun cooking SERVES 6 PREP 20 mins COOK 3 hours 800g Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, chopped 1 bunch (about 650g) rhubarb, trimmed, chopped 2 tbs caster sugar 150g (1 cup) self-raising flour 155g (¾ cup, firmly packed) brown sugar Large pinch of ground cinnamon 60g butter, chilled, chopped 1 egg, lightly whisked 2 tbs milk Icing sugar, to dust Vanilla ice-cream, to serve 1 Combine the apple, rhubarb and sugar in a bowl. Spoon into a 1.5L (6 cup) heatproof dish (see tip). Place a wire trivet or rack in the slow cooker. Pour enough warm water into the slow cooker to cover the base, leaving the top of the rack exposed. Place the dish on the rack. Cover and cook on High for 1 hour…

mum MAKE THIS indulgent double choc fudgy cookies MAKE THIS fluffy salted caramel choc cupcakes OR TWIST IT! white chocolate & raspberry ripple cake see p109 OR TWIST IT! choc caramel custard poke cake see p110 COOCKIES TO CAKE! With this fudgy cookies baking mix in your pantry, so much is possible. Add a few simple ingredients to make a delicious raspberry ripple cake for dessert. See our wine suggestion on page 131 COOKIE CAKE & COULIS TWIST white chocolate & raspberry ripple cake serves 8 | prep 30 mins (+10 mins resting, cooling & overnight chilling)| cooking 15 mins 400g pkt Taste Baking Mix Indulgent Double Choc Fudgy Cookies 1 egg 40g unsalted butter, melted 100g white chocolate, finely chopped 600ml ctn thickened cream 125g fresh raspberries, plus extra, to decorate White chocolate curls, to…

test kitchen Test Kitchen approved salted caramel dumplings serves 4 | prep 20 mins | cooking 1 hour 35 mins 150g (1 cup) self-raising flour 2 tbs caster sugar 40g butter, chilled, chopped 60ml (¼ cup) milk Large pinch of sea salt flakes Vanilla ice-cream and custard, to serve caramel syrup 185ml (¾ cup) golden syrup 100g (½ cup, firmly packed) brown sugar 50g butter 185ml (¾ cup) thickened cream 1 To make the caramel syrup, combine all the syrup ingredients with 125ml (½ cup) water in a multi cooker. Set the multi cooker to Saute and cook, covered, for 5 minutes until the sugar dissolves and syrup is smooth 2 Meanwhile, combine the flour and caster sugar in a bowl. Use your fingertips to rub the butter into the flour mixture…

BONE BROTH tea Swap your arvo cuppa for a nutrient-packed energy booster. Thread 1 small slice each of ginger and Lemon., 1/2 (or 1/4 If you don't want It too spicy) deseeded small fresh red chilli and 3 sage Leaves onto a small skewer. Place 1 tbs bone broth powder (at health food shops) and a tiny pinch of ground turmeric In a mug. Stir In 200ml boiling water until dissolved. Add skewer and a thyme sprig. Set aside to infuse until cool enough to drink. Remove skewer and thyme or use as a garnish.…

Jean-Claude Mas 2020 Le Sauvignon Blanc, $19.99 Why give flowers when you can give Mum French wine from the Domaines Paul Mas 'Le Fleur' collection? She'll love this crisp yet slightly creamy drop made in a generous, clean style, typical to the south of France. DRINK IT WITH seafood, frittatas. FRUITY VIBRANT JUICY Handpicked Wines 2021 Regional Selections Mornington Peninsula Pinot Noir, $28.99 Exceptional value here for pinot lovers. There are fresh florals and red cherries in both aroma and flavour, with silky smooth tannins. The perfect red for long lunches. DRINK IT WITH fnfishtes, creotTiy'veg dishes-: BERRY & CHERRY Bee Hardy Wines NV Premium Sparkling, $25.00 Celebrate mums everywhere by popping this premium bubbly blend of pinot noir and chardonnay. It's produced by Bee Hardy, a mum forging her…

mum for more info Yates fLower seeds are available at selected retail outlets and through the Yates Shop, yates.com.au/product Got a gardening question? Head to yates.com.au For more help on growing flowers-, join the Yates Garden Community at yates.com.au/garden-community EXCLUSIVE OFFER FOR TASTE: The first 100 readers to join will receive a tree packet of Yates seeds. Use promo code: TASTE2023. T&Cs apply, see yates.com.au Add some visual pizzazz to your cooking with edible flowers. Take your cakes, salads and desserts to the next colourful gourmet level with blooms, such as violas, pansies, chamomile, nasturtium, calendula, cornflowers, marigolds and borage. They're not only decorative, but also have their own subtle flavour and texture. Plus, they look great in your garden too! Follow these simple steps to grow yours at home.…

DRINK UP FOR WE PLANET get fizzy with it Great news for all fizzy drink fans: we are giving away two SodaStream Art Sparkling Water Makers, valued at $169 each. With a sleek, cordless and compact design, pull the retro-style lever and have sparkling beverages on tap! Best of all, the reusable plastic bottle means you avoid all those single-use plastic ones. For more information, visit sodastream.com.au. PIZZA PARTY PRONTO porta pizza We're giving you the chance to be the envy of all backyard barbecues and camping trips with the Cozze Pizza Oven, Paddle and Cutter! Valued at $471, this portable oven takes just 2 minutes to cook a pizza. And why stop at pizza? Sizzle flatbread, steak and fish to perfection on the solid cordierite pizza stone. Check it…

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That humble bowl of soup ain't so humble when it's full of Tuscan flavours and topped with a parmesan ‘fascinator' and focaccia art! Better yet, it will definitely hit super soup status for one lucky cook - enter this month's comp and you could win $5000 cash, thanks to MasseL! The all-natural stock from Massel is our go-to for boosting the flavour of soups, casseroles and more. Share a photo of your big bowl with us to go in the running. I'm searching for the start soup that wows me with its decadent swirls of pesto and cream, focaccia artistry and parmean crisp! matt preston CELEBRITY JUDGE SEND IN YOUR ENTRIES BY 10 MAY Terms and conditions: Entries open 00:01 (AEST) 6/4/23 and close 23:59 (AEST) 10/5/23. Open to Australian residents…

CRISPY GNOCCHI WITH GARLIC BUTTER BUTTER mE UP! Boil 'em, mash 'em, stick 'em in a melon bailer for perfectly round potato dough, then fry up with garlic butter to make the ultimate crispy, melt-in-your-mauth gnocchi! BUBBLING MEXICAN CHEESE FEST DIP When you're feeling nachoself and need a quick comfort food pick-me-up, this dip is a winner! Ready in 30 minutes, it's an easy go-to for gatherings too. GOLDEN SYRUP CUSTARD SLICE Make Mum's day and surprise her with this delish easy butternut snap-based, cheese cake-filled, golden syrup jelly-topped, no-bake slice.…

hunting for freezer-friendly meals (like everyone else)? say hello to chicken one pan ICE CREAM HACK always a lilt, banana bread gets an aussie makeover with gaytime! gaytime banana bread makes 1 loaf | prep 15 mins (+ cooling) cooking 40 mins Shortcut your baking with ice cream! 4 Streets Golden Gaytime ice-creams 3 large overripe bananas, well mashed 2 eggs, lightly whisked 300g (2 cups) self-raising flour, sifted 1 Preheat oven to 130°C/160°C fan forced. Grease an 11 x 21cm (base size) loaf pan and line with baking pdper, allowing the paper to overhang the long sides. Line a tray with baking paper. 2 Use a small sharp knife to cut outer coating from Gaytimes. (They will break up slightly, but try to keep the pieces as large as possible.) Place outer coating…

Like garlic and onion, leek is a member of the allium family, but has its own distinct and delicate, sweet flavour. Leek is a good source of vitamin C and dietary fibre. Thorough washing is very important, as soil is often trapped between the many layers of leaves. Wash well by cutting lengthways through the dark to pale green section, then rinse away any dirt. Only the thick white stem and the palest green part of the top are edible. choose Go for small leeks (they're sweeter and more tender), crisp green tops and a firm, unblemished white lower part. Serve This veg has a gentle sweetness that works anywhere you usually use onion. It's especially good with eggs and cream, and contrasted with salty foods, such as bacon and…

IN THE AIR FRYER fun cooking SERVES 4 PREP 10 mins COOK 20 mins 300g chicken tenderloins 4 rashers rindless bacon 450g pkt microwave long-grain rice 2 tbs oyster sauce, plus extra, to drizzle 2 tbs light soy sauce 1 tsp sesame oil 3 tsp finely grated fresh ginger 2 eggs, lightly whisked 120g (¾ cup) frozen peas 2 green shallots, sliced 1 long fresh red chilli, thinly sliced 1 Place the chicken and bacon on the grill of an air fryer. Cook at 180°C for 8 minutes or until cooked through. Transfer to a plate and set aside to cool slightly. Slice the chicken and chop the bacon. 2 Meanwhile, use your fingers to separate the rice grains in the packet. Microwave rice for 1 minute. Transfer to a 20cm round,…

JAM PACKED CAKE! It's shortcuts all the way to this show stopper! Layer bought lamingtons and custard, whip some cream and top it off with fresh berries. lamington custard slice makes 10 | prep 45 mins (+ 6 hours chilling) 500g fresh strawberries 480g (2 cups) Pauls French Vanilla Double Thick Custard 250g tub mascarpone 3 tsp gelatine powder 2 × 350g pkt jam-filled lamingtons (see tip) 250ml (1 cup) thickened cream, whipped to firm peaks Strawberry jam, strained, to decorate 1 Grease a 7cm-deep, 10 × 20cm (base size) Loaf pan. Line the base and sides with baking paper, allowing the paper to overhang 6cm above the sides. 2 Reserve 6 strawberries to decorate. Hull and halve the remaining strawberries. 3 Use electric beaters to beat custard and mascarpone in a bowl until just combined. 4 Place 2…

fun cooking terry's chocolate orange slice makes 15 | prep 20 mins (+cooling & 6 hours 10 mins chilling) 1 Grease a 17 x 27cm (base size) slice pan and line with baking paper, allowing the paper to overhang the 2 long sides. 2 Place the jelly crystals in a heatproof bowl. Add the boiling water and stir until dissolved. Set aside to cool until just warm. 3 Meanwhile, place the biscuits in a food processor. Process until finely crushed. Add the butter and process until combined. Press evenly over base of prepared pan. Place in the fridge to chill while you make the topping. 4 Use electric beaters to beat the cream cheese in a bowl until smooth. Add the cream and beat until well combined. Gradually pour over the jetty mixture,…

Amira loves classic apple pie, but wanted an even easier way to rustle up those apple cinnamon vibes. With just three ingredients she did just that! Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may be able to prep and cook more than 5 at a time. Don't have an air fryer? Fry the filled wontons in a little veg oil for 3-4 minutes until the bottoms are crisp and golden. air fryer apple & cinnamon wontons makes 25 | prep 25 mins | cooking 45 mins 400g can apple slices pie fruit 1½ tbs cinnamon sugar, plus extra, to sprinkle 25 wonton wrappers 1 Combine the apple arid cinnamon sugar in a bowl. 2 Working with 5 wonton wrappers at a time, place 1 tablespoonful of apple mixture in the centre…

giant rice bubble cake serves 24 | prep 40 mins (+ 1 hour setting) | cooking 5 mins 525g (15 cups) rice bubbles 600g (6 cups) pink and white marshmallows, separated 240g butter, chopped 240g (1 cup) hundreds and thousands, plus extra, to decorate 3 x 180g blocks white chocolate, chopped 185ml (3/4 cup) thickened cream 2 x 8g pkt icing flower decorations 1 Release base of a 20cm (base size) round springform pan and invert. Line the base with baking paper then secure the base back in the pan, allowing the paper to overhang the edge. Lightly spray side of pan with oil and line with a wide strip of baking paper. Repeat with 2 more 20cm springform pans (see tip). 2 Place 175g (5 cups) rice bubbles in a…

MARCH WINNERS #tastemagcover prize OUR WINNERS Best fritters I've ever made. Absolutely love the combination with sticky bacon jam. NATSUKO LOCKE, WA I had so much fun cooking the fritters. I think it will become a household favourite. BJANCA LETINIC, QLD These two showed off serious skills In the crunch department. My eyes lit up with that lac on jam drizzle!…

BANGERS & MASH cottage pie Cosy on up with warm, hearty meals, made easy thanks to the Dinner Revolution spin! In these new recipes you'll learn simple ways to spruce up the weeknight routine without effort or expense - nothing over $4.80 per serve here! Did you know when filo is pan-fried, it transforms into a more-ish crunchy topping in seconds? Better check out our spanakopita frittata! And this shuggly-Looking dish? it's the ultimate comfort food mashup (pun in tended). creamy chicken & rice soup serves 4 prep & cooking 35 mins 2 tbs extra virgin olive oil 4 short cut bacon rashers, chopped 1 brown onion, coarsely chopped 2 carrots, peeled, thinly sliced 2 celery sticks, thinly sliced 1L (4 cups) gluten-free Massel Organic Chicken Liquid Stock 1 large…

AIR FRYER garlic bread croutons If you have any leftover garlic bread (it could happen!), turn it into croutons for a crunchy soup or caesar salad topper. Leftover garlic bread will only keep in the fridge for couple of days, so don't wait too long! Cut 4 slices of garlic bread into 6 cubes each. Spray with olive oil then place in an air fryer basket. Cook at 180°C for 5 minutes or until crisp and golden. Sprinkle with grated parmesan, if you like.…

FROZEN GREENS HACK green machine Green peas and edamame are fresh members of the legume family that are protein rich relative to many other vegies - about 6g per 100g. Both are packed with fibre - around 8g per cup which helps stabilise blood sugar levels, reduce cholesterol and promote a healthy gut microbiome. Quinoa adds body, and compared to other grains, is a protein powerhouse with all the essential amino acids. Sprinkle with macadamias for a boost of anti-inflammatory monounsaturated fatty acids. velvety vegan This silky-smooth soup is a big-serving of protein thanks to the firm tofu. The tofu is also what gives this soup its creaminess. Firm tofu (calcium set) js a nutritious ingredient to have in a vegan diet as it's an excellent source of calcium -…

IN THE JAFFLE MAKER fun cooking SERVES 2 PREP 10 mins COOK 5 mins 20g butter, at room temperature 4 slices white bread 4 slices streaky bacon 1/2 avocado, thinly sliced 95g (⅓ cup) baked beans Sriracha chilli sauce, to drizzle 1 Preheat a jaffle maker. Spread butter over 1 side of each slice of bread. Lay 1 slice of bacon on an angle in each hole of the jaffle maker. Top each with 1 slice of bread, butteredside down. Divide the avocado between the 2 jaffles, then the beans. Drizzle with sriracha. Sandwich with remaining bread slices, buttered-side up. 2 Top jaffles with remaining bacon. Close the lid. Cook for 4 minutes or until golden. Serve. COOK'S TIP If you don't have sriracha, try a dash of Worcestershire sauce or a…

IN THE SLOW COOKER fun cooking SERVES 4 PREP 20 mins (+ resting) COOK 6 hours 1.8kg leg of lamb, excess fat removed, scored 1 tbs Moroccan seasoning 1 tbs honey Fresh mint and continental parsley leaves, to serve Pine nuts, toasted, to serve Lemon wedges, to serve HUMMUS 400g can chickpeas, rinsed, drained 2 garlic cloves, chopped 1/2 tsp salt 125ml (1/2 cup) extra virgin olive oil 125ml (1/2 cup) tahini 2-3 tbs fresh lemon juice 125ml (1/2 cup) warm water 1 To make the hummus, process the chickpeas, garlic and salt in a food processor until coarsely chopped. Add the oil, tahini, plus the lemon juice, to taste. With the motor running, slowly add the water until the hummus reaches the desired consistency. Transfer to a bowl. Cover and…

every recipe has a story to tell about its history, culture, background and its place in our lives. These recipes are those of my history. For me, these recipes tell a story of family and friendship, and they hold a special place in my heart. Over time, as my cooking has evolved, so too have these recipes. I might add more spice here, less sugar there, use a slightly lighter hand, or an ingredient that just wasn't widely available back then. These are the recipes I make time and again and it gives me so much joy to see them back out in the world. I hope you enjoy them and would love to think that they become a part of your family history too. Belinda Jeffery green beans in…

We ate it. We rate it. GLUTEN-FREE BREAD These days we are spoiled for choice with the vast range of gluten-free bread in the supermarket. Slice after slice, we've been putting these loaves to the test! Be pleasantly surprised at how the taste and texture mimics the real deal. Get a loaf of our top picks. GUT BUSTIN' Genius Powered-up Farmhouse Browu Loaf, $6.90 Boosted with vitamins and minerals, this gut-loving loaf is free from artificial preservatives. Very light and delicious, Genius has created a top-guality GF loaf. Keep your eye out for the crumpets and stone-baked pita breads too! FOOLED US! Coles I'm Free From Turkish Bread, $5.10 Toast this Turkish ioaf and siather on butter for the uitimate brunch, or siice and serve on a dip piatter. The…

Michelle Q What can I do to help bread dough rise on a cold day? I was lucky enough to learn a super-cool trick from a pro - none other than Adriano Zumbo! When it's cold proving bread dough is harder as warmth is needed to allow the fermentation process to begin. Adriano's trick is to pour enough boiling water Into your kitchen sink to cover the base to a depth of about 2cm. Place a wire rack in the sink, making sure it is sitting above the water. Place the bowl containing the dough on the rack and cover the whole sink with a clean tea towel. This creates a warm environment that your dough is going to love and grow well in. Replace the water in the sink…