Amy Minichiello
The Sound of Summer and an Economical Cinnamon Tea Cake
Bridge ruffies, Bumble bees, Devilled kidneys and mutton broth. Pint, pound and ounces, and an introduction that reads - "Dear Homemaker,...
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Amy Minichiello
Jan 13, 2022
Gutter apricots & a mid-summer Jam
There is a little red raspberry patch on the upper left side cheek of the apricot I hold in my hand. A few freckle-like blemishes here...
Amy Minichiello
Dec 9, 2021
Rhubarb, Orange, and Almond Tea Cake
I find it difficult to call rhubarb a vegetable, just as I find it difficult to call tomatoes a fruit. The perfectly slender pink...
Amy Minichiello
Nov 19, 2021
A Weekend away & Anniversary Chicken
“It is a wet and miserable morning in this little part of the world, so I’ve left you both a stash of firewood and some simple slippers...
Amy Minichiello
Oct 7, 2021
One-pan Roast Chicken Drumsticks with Parmesan, Cream & White Wine
We have two very cheeky Common Mynas that stealthily squeeze themselves through the wire of our "Girls'" (aka Chooks) yard. I watch them...
Amy Minichiello
Aug 6, 2021
One-pan roast chicken, chickpea and eggplant kasundi
There is always at least half a dozen or so tinned varieties of pulses sitting on the shelf of our pantry. They are my go-to for adding...
Amy Minichiello
Jun 26, 2021
Quince crumble tart
Lately, my mind has been abuzz with all things encased in that flaky, buttery, melt-in-your-mouth combination that makes up one of the...
Amy Minichiello
May 10, 2021
Lamb Shank Curry
As soon as there is the slightest hint of a chill in the air I instantly crave meals that require long, slow cooking. It is comforting...
Amy Minichiello
Apr 17, 2021
Spring onion cheese Tart
Beau and I had to grit our teeth as we pulled the rather robust spring onions from the earth in which they were grasped tightly into. So...
Amy Minichiello
Jan 7, 2021
Two Summer Jam's - Apricot & Plum
It has been a relatively cool start to the summer season down here in this part of the world. The earth has been soaking up the heavy...
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