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pistachio, pancetta and fig-stuffed lamb

Pistachio, pancetta and fig-stuffed lamb

Japanese breadcrumbs are also known as panko breadcrumbs. They are found with packaged breadcrumbs in most supermarkets. Note
crawlingcaterpillar

Crawling caterpillar

We used pineapple Allen’s Sour Rush Jelly Beans for the feet, but you don’t have to use all the same,­ just use four same-coloured Jelly Beans on each cake. Note
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nine birthday candles

Nine birthday candles

12-hole (¹/³-cup/80ml)standard muffin pan 11 purple standard muffin paper cases 7cm (2¾-inch) round fluted cutter 3.5cm (1½-inch) round cutter 40cm x 50cm (16-inch x20-inch) rectangular cake board (page 68) You’ll have 1 cup of the cake mixture left over; use to make extra cakes for the party. Use any themed scrapbooking stickers you like. Note
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passionfruit punch

Passionfruit pisco punch

You will need about 7 passionfruit for this recipe. You can also pulse the passionfruit juice in a food processor for 1 second, before straining, this will help break the juice sacs and give you more passionfruit juice. Note
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stuffed squid saganaki

Stuffed squid saganaki

Saganaki, is the traditional Greek name for a snack or entrée of floured, herbed then fried cheese which is sprinkled with lemon juice and eaten with bread. Note
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prawns with basil remoulade

Prawns with basil remoulade

Use a bland tasting vegetable oil or a light olive oil for the remoulade; it can be made a day ahead and kept, covered, in the fridge. Note
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poached egg

Poached egg

Eggs contain 11 essential vitamins and minerals and are choc-full of protein. While egg allergy is one of the most common allergies in children, researchers from the University of Melbourne have found that introducing eggs early is thought to provide protection. Note
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peach melba

Peach Melba

A cheesecake pan is similar to a texas muffin pan, only the base is removable. Note
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PASSIONFRUIT ICE-CREAM

Passionfruit ice-cream

You can also freeze the ice-cream mixture in an ice-cream machine; follow your machine’s manufacturer’s instructions. Note
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sugared almonds

Sugared almonds

We used blue sugared almonds, available from confectionery and speciality nut shops, but you can use any colour you like. Note
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GINGERBREAD PEOPLE

Gingerbread people

Give the traditional gingerbread people an Aussie spin with these adorable gingerbread biscuits dressed in their togs!
rice with mushrooms and spinach

Rice with mushrooms and spinach

Flat-leaf parsley can be substituted for the basil. A simple covered cooking method replaces the usual labour-intensive non-stop stirring required in more traditional risottos. Best results will be achieved by using arborio rice, but you can use any medium-grain rice, such as calrose. Note
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gumball machines

Gumball machines

Use Skittles as an alternative to the mini M&M’s. Store the cakes in an airtight container in a cool darkplace. Refrigerating the cakes will cause the colour on the M&M’s to run. Note
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PEPPERED BEEF & MUSHROOM PIES

Peppered beef & mushroom pies

Pies will keep refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 2 days. They can be frozen uncooked or cooked. Uncooked pies can be baked from frozen. Thaw pies before re-heating. Note
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Genoise sponge

Genoise sponge

An Italian sponge cake named after the city of Genoa that is impressively light, airy and delicious.
nine

Nine

You will need a 30 x 49cm cake board prepared earlier for the cake to rest on. Note
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SPICY SQUID SALAD

Spicy squid salad

Mizuna, a mild-tasting, crinkled salad leaf, is usually one of the greens found in mesclun, which can also be used in this recipe. Note
mediterraneanmuffins

Mediterranean muffins

Take care not to over-mix the batter. 16 strokes is usually enough to achieve the rough appearance and texture of muffins. Note
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piñata

Piñata

The piñata is quick and easy to make, but make sure the top edge of the shell doesn’t have any weak spots. If the piñata does break, re-melt the chocolate and start again. The piñata can be made several days ahead of the party. Note
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Rosemary potatoes

Rosemary potatoes

The perfect side dish to any roast dinner spread, these delicious baked rosemary potatoes will delight the whole family.
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coconut dream Cream Cake

Coconut dream cream cake

This is an easy cake to make and decorat­ use any cake you like­ we prefer a white chocolate mud or coconut cake. Whichever type you choose, the cake will be heavy to move and lift, so get someone to help. Equipment 45cm (18-inch) round wooden cake board 25cm (10-inch) round wooden cake board 20cm […]
sultana and orange pound cake

Sultana and orange pound cake

Place sultanas in large colander; wash under running water until water runs clear and sultanas are plump; drain well (step 3). Remove rind from oranges with a zester (glacé orange rind). Note
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rainbow

Pot o’gold at the end of the rainbow cupcakes

Make one packet of cake mix at a time. Bake two trays of cakes together and, while they’re baking, put the cake mixture into the next two trays. For the best effect, match the paper cases to the colours of the frosting and jelly crystals. Note
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spiced sesame chicken pieces

Spiced sesame chicken pieces

Use a mandoline or V-slicer with a julienne attachment to slice the carrot into thin strips. Baby asian greens are a mix of baby buk choy, choy sum, gai lan and water spinach. Note
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PESTO ASPARAGUS TART

Pesto asparagus tart

To blind bake, line pastry case with a sheet of baking paper, two-thirds fill with raw rice, bake at 200°C (180°C fan forced) for 10 minutes, then remove paper and rice and return pastry case to oven for a further 10 minutes or until lightly browned. Note
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piquant grilled steaks

Piquant grilled steaks

If you have time, marinate the steaks, covered, for several hours or overnight in the refrigerator. Note