Chicken is a versatile meat and can be cooked in so many ways, but it is important that it is cooked correctly and fully. Chicken should be completely defrosted before cooking and fully cooked before eating. The internal temperature should reach a minimum of 75°C. Suggested cooking times may vary depending on your oven and … Read more
Mince is incredibly versatile and goes a long way to feed the family. It needs a small amount of fat but not too much. Browning the mince before using for a bolognaise sauce really brings out the flavour of the meat. However, it can sometimes be difficult to separate the mince out evenly without lumps. … Read more
Ingredients 200g NZ pork mince 1 spring onion, finely chopped 1 tbsp chives, chopped 2 tbsp soy sauce 2 tbsp oil 1 cup water 20 round dumpling wrappers Sweet chilli sauce Method In a bowl, combine NZ pork mince, spring onion, chives and soy sauce. Place 1 tsp of the pork filling in the centre … Read more
All our pork and bacon comes from Fresh Pork NZ based in Levin. Pork contains essential vitamins including B12 and B6 which assist with metabolism and energy production. It also contains minerals such as zinc, iron and magnesium which are vital for the production of thyroid hormones and for maintaining a healthy body and mind. … Read more
We all like a tender steak. The way you cut your steak can assist in this (as well as cooking it correctly and resting it). Some experiments have shown that cutting meat against the grain made a steak four times more tender than cutting with the grain, so it’s worth knowing how to do it … Read more
These easy tacos are a great and easy meal. Use any combination of salad greens you have in the fridge. Beef 500g Quality Mark rump steak. Marinade 2 tbsp olive oil 2 tbsp lemon juice 3 garlic cloves, crushed Pico de gallo 1 red chilli, deseeded and finely chopped 2 tomatoes, diced 1 red onion, finely … Read more
A whole scotch fillet makes a real centre piece on the dinner table and is also perfect for entertaining. Cooking the meat on the BBQ gives it a smoky outer crust and a meltingly tender centre. Serves 6-8. Ingredients 1 whole beef scotch fillet approx. 1.7 kg 3 tbsp olive oil Salt and black pepper to … Read more
Enjoy these stunning easy baste recipes for pork on the BBQ. Superb with chops, kebabs using diced pork, pork steaks, pork belly slices and spare ribs. Smoky Mix 4 tbsp smoked BBQ sauce, 1 tsp crushed garlic and 1 finely chopped onion. Fiery Mix 1 tbsp soy sauce with 1 tsp of minced chilli or … Read more
School holidays are the perfect time to get the kids in the kitchen. Often, we bake with our kids but why not get them involved in preparing meals? Start young with age-appropriate tasks and soon you’ll be enjoying them cooking a meal for you! You’re also teaching them valuable life skills. And it’s amazing what … Read more
