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Floral Bunny Easter Card

Cards   Easter  
Tuesday, 31 March 2015
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Stuffed Zucchini

Beef   Mains   Recipes  
Tuesday, 31 March 2015
A great no-carbohydrate dish, easy to prepare and doesn't take too long to cook. Ingredients:Makes 4 servings4 large zucchini, sliced lengthwise and middle scooped out and reserved350g ground beef 1/2 cup chopped red/yellow/green peppers in any combination 1/2 cup onion, diced 1/3 cup of water 1 tbsp taco seasoning 2 corners la vache qui rit or 2 tbsp cream cheese1/4 cup of parsley, chopped 1/2 cup of mozzarella cheese, shredded 1...

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Daffodil Easter Card

Monday, 30 March 2015
Card participating in:Simon Says Stamp Monday ChallengeSimon Says Stamp Wednesday ChallengeSimon Says Stamp Work it WednesdayLia Stampz Color Scheme Challenge ...

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Girly Bra Card

Cards   Others  
Saturday, 28 March 2015
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Pasta Primavera

Friday, 27 March 2015
Don't be fooled by the simple ingredients in this dish, fresh vegetables make up a lovely fresh flavour here. Ingredients:Makes 4 servings1 zucchini, chopped 1 carrot, cut into matchsticks 1/2 red bell peppers, cut into matchsticks a handful grape tomatoes 1 cup mangetout3 tbsp olive oil, divided 2 tsp Italian seasoning (or mix some oregano and thyme)  1 tsp lemon juice 1 tbsp butter 1/2 medium onion, thinly sliced 2 cloves garlic,...

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Chicken Piccata

Chicken   Mains   Recipes  
Thursday, 19 March 2015
This dish is a lovely change to grilled chicken. The capers give a tangy twist to the creamy sauce.Ingredients:Makes 4 servings4 boneless skinless chicken breasts 1/2 cup all-purpose flour Salt and pepper 5 tbsp olive oil 4 tbsp butter 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 tbsp capers, rinsed and drained 1/2 cup dry white wine 1 cup chicken broth 4 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice 2 tbsp chopped parsley Directions:Using a mallet, pound the chicken...

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Slow Cooker Spicy Beef and Bell Pepper

Friday, 13 March 2015
A very simple dish which is great served with Basmati rice or as a stew with a side of mashed potatoes.Ingredients:Makes 4 servings1kg beef shoulder, cubed 2 bell peppers, chopped in 1 inch squares 1 medium onion, sliced 1 cup beef broth 2 tbsp corn starch, or more as required  1 tsp garlic powder  1/3 cup chopped parsley 2 tsp salt 1 tsp black pepper 1/2 fresh chilli, chopped finely1...

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Lunch Bag

Bags   Crafts   Sewing  
Thursday, 12 March 2015
A cool little lunch bag, perfect for taking a couple of tupperware cases to work, or for a picnic. I adapted the pattern given in this tutorial..you can try it out yourself!Adapted from Tutorial ...

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Couple Silhouette Valentine's Card

Cards   Love   Valentines  
Wednesday, 11 March 2015
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Roasted Beet, Goat Cheese and Honey-Drizzled Tarts

Tuesday, 10 March 2015
This lovely tart is perfect as a starter or appetiser dish. Roasting your own beetroots definitely gives it a fresher taste, however if you are pressed on time I'm sure ready-roasted beets are a delicious solution anyway. While it takes an hour or so to roast the beets, this tart is put together in seconds.  Ingredients:Makes 4 servings1 sheet puff pastry200g goat cheese4 medium...

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Pork Tenderloin Stuffed with Apples and Brie

Mains   Pork   Recipes  
Saturday, 7 March 2015
This pork is simply mouthwatering. It does not require a lot of work, but is perfectly suited for a special occasion. Serve with roasted vegetables and potatoes. This recipe can easily be halved. Ingredients:For 4 portions1 600g pork tenderloin 1 medium onion 2 cloves of garlic 1/2 green apple, sliced 8 Brie slices (or as needed) 5 tbsp Olive oil 4 tbsp Balsamic vinegar Salt & pepper Butcher string or toothpicksDirections:Chop the...

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Gold Streaked Wall Clock

Art  
Thursday, 5 March 2015
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Lemon Bundt Cake

Monday, 2 March 2015
A beautifully tangy lemon cake which tastes like summer. While my cake took about 55 minutes to cook, make sure to check it every once in a while after the 30 minute mark.Ingredients:Makes 1 bundt cakeThe Cake:2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 2 1/4 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt 4 eggs 2 cups sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 tbsp lemon zest 2 tbsp + 2 tsp lemon juice 1 1/4...

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