A well-made omelette is a thing of beauty. It’s simple, yet complex; humble, yet elevated. Whether you’re making a quick lunch for yourself or impressing dinner guests, an omelette is
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By Joel Mielle

Slow cooking may take time, but if used wisely, it can also save you time.  Why not double or triple the quantity then freeze portions.  You can then have ready
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By Joel Mielle

Chicken Basquaise or Poulet Basquaise is cooked using one pan with healthy ingredients. This style of recipe comes from the French part of the Basque country area, where peppers, onion
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By Joel Mielle

Shawarma is a popular middle eastern dish you will often see as street food.  It normally consists of lamb or chicken meat that’s been cut thinly and stacked on a
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By Joel Mielle

Who says salads have to be raw? There’s something delicious about a roasted vegetable salad in any season! Because all vegetables cook at different rates, there’s a little skill and
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By Joel Mielle

There’s nothing more fun than cooking at home with wine and music. Whiskey helps too (That’s my fury friend in case you don’t know). This is an easy to make
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By Joel Mielle

Peperonata is an Italian traditional dish that’s made with an assortment of bell peppers or capsicums, with tomato sauce and basil.   There are a thousand uses, like bruschetta, on top of
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By Joel Mielle

So what’s the secret to crispy outside and juicy inside popcorn chicken? Popcorn chicken must be one of the best appetisers. Doesn’t matter who you are, what country you’re from,
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By Joel Mielle

A piadina is a type of Italian flat bread that can be filled with many different exciting fillings. You can make it from scratch, or alternatively, buy readymade flat bread.
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By Joel Mielle

This version of Nasi Goreng is a simplified version that can be made as a quick 20-minute, chicken rice meal. You will however need cooked rice from the day before.
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By Joel Mielle

Spaghetti or Bucatini al Tonno, is a pasta and tuna dish that appears to be high on everyone’s “goto” list. It’s super tasty with loads of garlic and chili. Made
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By Joel Mielle

A one pan French chicken stew made with very basic ingredients.  The term “Fricassée” means to fry and to break in pieces.  The chicken is first browned in butter then
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By Joel Mielle