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THE DARING COOKS’ JANUARY 2014 CHALLENGE: ARANCINE

This month’s challenge is very special for a few reasons. For starters, our hostess, Manu, graciously stepped in with very little notice and created an entire amazing challenge in pretty much no time at all. Secondly, Manu managed to do all of this while publishing her very first e-cookbook. Seriously, you simply must check it…

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Parmigiano Reggiano Tarts with Cotechino

PARMIGIANO REGGIANO TARTS WITH COTECHINO

If you follow Manu’s Menu quite regularly, you will remember me saying that Italians always have cotechino for New Year’s Eve.  It is like having turkey for Thanksgiving… it’s a given and something that can never be missing from our table.  I have shared with you a few recipes for it during the years… from…

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Peppered mussels served with toasted crusty bread and lemon wedges.

Impepata di Cozze (Peppered Mussels)

Juicy mussels with fragrant garlic and cracked black pepper fill every shell with briny, peppery flavour, making Impepata di Cozze a simple yet satisfying seafood dish.

Cappellacci served on a plate with porcini and cream sauce.

Cappellacci with Sausage and Porcini

Make dinner special with Cappellacci with Sausage and Porcini. Rich sausage and earthy mushrooms wrapped in tender pasta create an unforgettable dish.

Cotechino with mash potatoes

COTECHINO WITH ITALIAN MASH POTATOES

As the last post of the year, I had to share with you a cotechino recipe.  That’s because Italians always have at least one slice of cotechino on New Year’s Eve!  It’s a tradition that I love to keep alive even down under.  I often make my own cotechino (you can find my tutorial and…

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Smoked Salmon and Vodka Risotto

SMOKED SALMON AND VODKA RISOTTO

Today’s recipe is the perfect dish to make for your New Year’s Eve dinner party: it’s classy and delicious and it is done in 20 minutes!  We always have smoked fish during the holidays, both as appetiser and as part of a main dish like this one.  I love smoked salmon, and Vodka goes really…

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Baked pasta al forno with penne, ragù, and melted cheese on top in a casserole dish.

Pasta al Forno (Pasta Bake)

A traditional Pasta al Forno layered with ragù, Béchamel, and cheese. Creamy, savoury, and finished with a crisp top, it’s the ultimate baked pasta for weekends and gatherings.

Baked cabbage rolls in tomato sauce served in a red baking dish.

Cabbage Rolls

Rolled, sauced and baked until tender and flavourful, these homemade Cabbage Rolls turn simple ingredients into a dish that tastes rich, comforting and truly satisfying. November’s Daring Cooks’ Challenge introduced a new dish to my kitchen. Olga from Effortless Lessly shared her Ukrainian-style stuffed cabbage rolls filled with meat, fish, or vegetables and encouraged everyone…

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CARAMELISED RED ONION AND TALEGGIO PASTRIES

As you know, cheese is probably my favourite food.  I like all kinds of cheeses and I often eat them plain, with bread or crackers for lunch… but I also love to cook with them and make all sorts of savoury and sweet dishes.  Today’s recipe is utterly delicious: I find it simply irresistible!  I…

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Polpette di Sarde alla Siciliana - Sicilian Sardine Patties

POLPETTE DI SARDE ALLA SICILIANA – SICILIAN SARDINE PATTIES

I know I have said this already, but sardines are my favourite fish.  Unfortunately it is not easy to come across fresh sardines in Sydney.  I find it weird as they are so common in Italy, but that’s just the way it is.  So whenever I see some, I buy them!  Today I will share…

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Orecchiette with sausage and fennel tops

ORECCHIETTE WITH SAUSAGE AND FENNEL TOPS

I know many people find making bread relaxing.  And I do understand why… kneading is good for you and it does take your mind away from everyday worries.  I have a very similar experience when making pasta.  And more precisely when shaping pasta with my hands.  I find it a very relaxing and fulfilling activity. …

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Buffalo style Wings

BUFFALO STYLE WINGS

It is time again for the “Secret recipe club” reveal!  I am sure you all know what the club is about, but for the few of you who still don’t know about it, here goes a brief explanation.  It is a great concept… each month you are assigned a participating food blogger to make a…

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Lasagne with zucchini pesto, speck and smoked scamorza

LASAGNE WITH ZUCCHINI PESTO, SPECK AND SMOKED SCAMORZA

Mmmm Lasagne!  My favourite dish ever.  Growing up my parents and I would make Lasagne for big occasions, like Christmas or birthdays.  And they would always be the classic meat version (you can find my recipe here).  Well, lately I have been making all sorts of Lasagne.  Remember my Pesto Lasagne (my all time favourite!), or…

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Spinach and feta gozleme with browned flatbread edges.

Spinach and Feta Gozleme

Soft flatbread, savoury spinach filling, and pan cooking make this Spinach and Feta Gozleme recipe easy to recreate at home.

Fresh Tuna Ragu

FRESH TUNA RAGU

This is a recipe that I learnt from my dad.  He loves tuna (and so do I), so whenever we saw tuna at the markets, we would buy some and make a ragù with it.  Ragù is a generic term that Italians use for tomato based sauces predominantely made with meat, but not only.  The…

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Homemade Cotechino resting on a wooden board with whole spices.

Homemade Cotechino

Bringing the festive mood straight to the table with this Homemade Cotechino. Slow-simmered, deeply comforting, and perfect for relaxed family meals all season long.

Spaghetti with Mussels in tomato and white wine sauce, garnished with parsley and cherry tomatoes.

Spaghetti with Mussels

Quick enough for weeknights but special enough for guests, Spaghetti with Mussels brings fresh seafood flavour to your plate in under 30 minutes.

Close-up of Tortelli di Zucca with soft pumpkin filling and melted butter.

Tortelli di Zucca (Pumpkin Tortelli)

Tortelli di Zucca, or Pumpkin Tortelli, is one of Mantova’s most loved dishes, pasta filled with roasted pumpkin and amaretti, served with golden butter and crisp sage leaves.

Cooked lamb koftas in rich curry sauce.

Lamb Kofta Curry

Tender lamb koftas in a smooth, rich curry sauce make this Lamb Kofta Curry the perfect meal. Packed with flavour and spices, it’s simple to prepare and incredibly satisfying.

Capsicum and Mushroom Beef Stew

CAPSICUM AND MUSHROOM BEEF STEW

Today I want to share with you a recipe that I used to cook while growing up in Milan.  Yes, you read that right. I used to cook this for the family.  It is quite an easy recipe all things considered.  I used to cook it on the stove, but I have recently changed over…

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Cabbage and Taleggio Crespelle

CABBAGE AND TALEGGIO CRESPELLE

The weather is getting warmer in Sydney, though I always find it hard to think of September/October as “spring”.  To me it’s still autumn, back to school season and the time during which to enjoy mushrooms, cabbage and pumpkin!  I am hopeless, I know!  So… before it gets even warmer down here, let me share…

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Grilled Radicchio with Gorgonzola Sauce

GRILLED RADICCHIO WITH GORGONZOLA SAUCE

Today’s recipe is very simple and quick to make, and it makes for a very tasty and elegant appetiser, or even main dish if you increase the quantities.  I love it and make it often for a quick and satisfying lunch.  I had it for the first time at a restaurant in Milan and it…

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Salmon Nigiri

Salmon Nigiri

Homemade Salmon Nigiri brings the taste of Japan to your kitchen. With only three main ingredients, it’s an easy way to enjoy sushi without leaving home.

Saffron Potato Gnocchi with Sausage and Porcini

SAFFRON GNOCCHI WITH SAUSAGE AND PORCINI

Todd, who is The Daring Kitchen’s AWESOME webmaster and an amazing cook, is our September Daring Cooks’ host! Todd challenged us to make light and fluffy potato Gnocchi and encouraged us to flavor the lil pillows of goodness and go wild with a sauce to top them with! YESSSSS!  I love gnocchi of all sorts,…

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Sliced beef roast topped with onion glaze and served with fries.

Girello Roast (Sicilian Beef Agglassato)

Everyday cooking feels easier when Girello Roast delivers tender beef and a mild onion sauce that suits simple weekday plates.

Close-up of pan-fried sausage with golden potatoes and fennel seeds.

Pan-Fried Sicilian Pork Sausage with Fennel

Homemade cooking feels easy with Pan-Fried Sicilian Pork Sausage with Fennel, using only three ingredients to create tender pork, crisp edges, and a mild fennel aroma.

Homemade Sicilian Pork Sausage with Fennel coiled on a white plate.

Homemade Sicilian Pork Sausage with Fennel

Fire up the grill for Homemade Sicilian Pork Sausage with Fennel. Juicy, flavourful, and easy to cook, it’s made for outdoor meals and relaxed gatherings.

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A batch of homemade flaxseed crackers is always ha A batch of homemade flaxseed crackers is always handy to have in the kitchen.

They're crisp, easy to store, and pair well with dips, soft cheeses, fresh vegetables, or your favourite toppings whenever you need a quick snack.

#flaxseedcrackers #mealprep #healthysnacks #homemade #manu #manusmenu
Creamy goat cheese, crunchy pistachios, and a driz Creamy goat cheese, crunchy pistachios, and a drizzle of honey 🍯

The combination of creamy, sweet, and crunchy textures makes this such an easy appetiser to put together when you want something simple but a little different.

Serve with crusty bread or your favourite crackers and enjoy. 

#pistachios #HoneyDrizzle #sharingplatter #manusmenu
After sharing the scrambled eggs and tomato toast After sharing the scrambled eggs and tomato toast recently, I thought it would be a good time to highlight one of my favourite herb blends 🌿

Herbes de Provence is a traditional French herb blend usually made with herbs such as thyme, rosemary, oregano, and savoury.

It's a simple way to add extra flavour to everyday ingredients and works especially well with eggs, tomatoes, roasted vegetables, potatoes, chicken, and soups.

Have you used Herbes de Provence before?

#herbesdeprovence #frenchcooking #mediterraneanfood #herbblends #manu #manusmenu
Scrambled eggs with tomato on toast is one of thos Scrambled eggs with tomato on toast is one of those simple meals that always works 🍅

Warm, savoury, filling, and made with ingredients most people already have at home.

#scrambledeggs #QuickMeals #breakfastideas #homemademeals #manu #manusmenu
This calamari risotto turned out creamy, rich, and This calamari risotto turned out creamy, rich, and so satisfying 🍚

Made as a low FODMAP recipe, it’s a homemade seafood dinner option that feels filling and easier to enjoy for those with sensitive stomachs or lower FODMAP dietary needs.

 #lowfodmap #calamaririsotto #seafoodrecipes #homemademeals #manu #manusmenu
Pumpkin has a naturally gentle sweetness, which is Pumpkin has a naturally gentle sweetness, which is why ingredients like ginger, coconut cream, herbs, curry paste, or lime work so well with it.

Those subtle layers of flavour help create soups that feel comforting, warming, and more rounded 💛

 #pumpkinsoup #thaifood #homemademeals #homemade #manusmenu
Smooth, creamy, and filled with delicious Thai-ins Smooth, creamy, and filled with delicious Thai-inspired flavours 🍲 This pumpkin soup makes such a lovely homemade dinner idea ✨

#PumpkinSoupRecipe #homemadefood #thaifood #manu #manusmenu
A sweet homemade treat for the person who made lif A sweet homemade treat for the person who made life sweeter first 💖
These chocolate date hearts are filled with soft dates, rich chocolate, and a little homemade love for Mother’s Day 🌷

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more stories beyond the menu ✈️ #MatchaMoments #t more stories beyond the menu ✈️

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A simple treat for Mother’s Day 🌸 These chocolate A simple treat for Mother’s Day 🌸

These chocolate covered dates pair perfectly with a warm cup of tea and make a lovely homemade gift or afternoon treat.

Simple, sweet, and easy to make at home.

#mothersday #chocolatecovereddates #HomemadeTreats #dessertideas #teatime #manusmenu
This iced chai is simple to make and perfect when This iced chai is simple to make and perfect when you want something calm and comforting.

Made with a few ingredients and warm spices, it’s a drink you can easily prepare at home without much effort.

Sometimes it’s the simple drinks that you keep coming back to. 💓

#icedchai #homedrinks #teatime #homemade #manu #manusmenu
Ever wondered why your iced matcha tastes differen Ever wondered why your iced matcha tastes different every time?

It’s not just about the ingredients. Small details like the quality of the matcha, how you sift it, and how you whisk it can completely change the result.

Even the texture and colour can tell you a lot before you even take a sip.

Once you start paying attention to these steps, it becomes much easier to get a smoother, more balanced matcha at home 🍵

 #matcha #icedmatcha #Matchalatte #JapaneseTea #manusmenu
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