Woman's Day
Australian dinners have come a long way in the past 100 years. From hearty slow-cooked stews and shepherd pies, to juicy grilled steak and crumbed chicken schnitzels, we’re certainly a nation of meat-lovers. We’ve pulled together some of the most common family dishes from each decade, with spaghetti bolognese and homemade nachos still making a regular appearance on our dinner tables. Do you still eat some of these? Flick through our gallery to take a trip down (food) memory lane.
Our best spaghetti bolognese
This dinner winner never fails to delight both young and old in the family.
Chicken schnitzel
Everyone loves a good schnitty.
Simplest beef stew
This flavorsome tender beef stew is warm, nourishing, and perfect for the cooler nights in.
Our best shepherd’s pie
Comfort in a dish!
Quick grilled nachos
Whip up this Mexican favourite in no time at all. Your family and friends will love sharing this big tray of vegetarian nachos, enjoying the oozy melted cheese, spicy tomato salsa and creamy avocado atop crunchy corn chips.
Rabbit stew
Rabbit is not easy to come by; if your local farmers’ market doesn’t have it you can order on-line from a number of game meat specialists in Australia. It is a tough meat, but turns beautifully tender when slow cooked. You’ll be glad you tried it.
Creamy chicken and vegetable casserole
We love the simplicity and ease of this creamy chicken casserole. It’s a one pot dish containing five different types of vegetables in a delicious creamy sauce. Perfect for a mid week family meal.
Barbecued steaks with anchovy butter and corn salad
Try something a little different on the barbecue tonight with corn salad, sliced steak and irresistible melting anchovy butter.
Rosemary roasted lamb with lemon potatoes
The rosemary spiked into the lamb infuses the meat with the most wonderful flavour, while the lemony marinade flavours both the lamb and the vegetables.
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