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Decorated Gingerbread on a Stick

Decorated Gingerbread on a Stick

A fellow Cooking For Busy Mums reader shared with me her recipe for these beautiful decorated gingerbread on a stick.  They look just that little bit spesh don’t you think? INGREDIENTS 340g (2 3/4 Cups) plain flour 120g softened butter/margarine 100g soft brown sugar 190g golden syrup 2 teaspoons ground ginger 1 teaspoon bicarbonate of […]

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Mix In Ice Cream Cake

If your looking for a super easy ice cream cake that looks impressive and tastes deliciously naughty then this is it. Using store bought ice cream and your choice of chocolate, lollies, fruits or biscuits you can create this too.     INGREDIENTS   4 litres Vanilla Ice Cream, left out to start to melt […]

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Review: SodaStream Australia & Easy Mocktail & Cocktail Recipes to Try

When I was asked by SodaStream Australia if I would like to review their machine, I couldn’t wait to reply with a ‘yes’. Hubby had mentioned it on and off for years that we should get one and my brother, well he was a little jealous when I told him I was getting one. (Don’t […]

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Christmas Tree Meringues

These are so easy to whip up and would look perfect clustered together on the Christmas table, on top of a cake or just eaten as they are. With only a handful of ingredients and the added bonus of being Gluten Free these are a lovely little treat. INGREDIENTS 2 Egg Whites 1/2 Cup Caster […]

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Sweet & Sour Ham Steaks

At this time of year we are more inclined to buy a fresh leg ham. This Sweet & Sour sauce is a perfect way to add some variety to your fresh cut ham. Quick and easy to make you will be wanting to have this all year round. This sauce is also perfect for sweet […]

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Eggnog Cookies

I picked up two cartons of eggnog from Coles yesterday (they were on special for $7 for 2) and I couldn’t wait to get them home and have a sneaky taste. The boys caught me and let’s just say they love it too so I think I will be needing to get some more for […]

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Choc Mint Crunchy Truffles

These little balls of choc minty goodness are sure to be a crowd pleaser. Serve them as an after dinner treat with a cup of coffee or tea. The inspiration for this recipe was found on the back of a Coles desiccated coconut pack and I “Christmasfied” them. INGREDIENTS 200 gm Mint Chocolate – I […]

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The Best Gingerbread Recipe plus Gluten Free Variant

Christmas isn’t Christmas unless I have made a batch or two of gingerbread men.  I don’t make them at any other time of the year so when I do make them for Christmas they are extra special. The recipe I am sharing I have been baking for many years and comes from my much loved […]

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Christmas Giveaway Plus Christmas Gift Inspiration For The Kitchen

I was at work yesterday and when I was writing the date it struck me I am writing 12 for the month….how did December get here so quickly? The tree is up… The Santa photo has been taken….. I have been baking some yummy Christmas treats that I have shared with you…. Click Here The […]

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