http://www.jazmathisen.co.nz/blog/ The latest Blog feeds from www.jazmathisen.co.nz en-us Wed, 29 Apr 2026 02:07:36 +1200 Rocketspark http://www.jazmathisen.co.nz/blog/post/155963/lamb-tagine/ A simple one-pot-wonder that can simmer away all day on the stove top, fire or in the oven. It’s one of those dishes where the flavour enhances the longer it cooks. Preparation time - 15 minutesCook time - 4 hoursServes - 6-8Ingredients:6-8 lamb shanks, or boned out lamb shoulder or lamb flap, cut into cubes⁣2 red onions, sliced⁣2 tablespoons cooking oil1 tablespoon  ground ginger1 tablespoon cinnamon1 tablespoon paprika1 tablespoon cumin 1 tablespoon turmeric... Mon, 10 Nov 2025 13:47:57 +1300 http://www.jazmathisen.co.nz/blog/#post155963 http://www.jazmathisen.co.nz/blog/post/154892/shortcake/ Fruit flavoured with cinnamon and mixed spice and layered between fluffy, buttery shortcake.  I often make this with the traditional Granny Smith apples that grow in our orchard, however love it with sanguine peaches (as pictured in this photo), plums or apricots.Ingredients:Dough:200g butter1 cup white sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 eggs3 cups self raising flourFruit:4 large apples, peaches, plums, apricots, cored and sliced into 1/2 cm slices1/2 cup white sugar1 teaspoon cinnamon 1... Mon, 27 Oct 2025 14:42:21 +1300 http://www.jazmathisen.co.nz/blog/#post154892 http://www.jazmathisen.co.nz/blog/post/154403/potato-salad/ The classic potato salad.  I love to use the bite sized potatoes harvested from the garden that are too small to do much with.  Paired with hard boiled eggs and fresh herbs, they make a delicious salad.Preparation time - 10 minutesCook time - 20 minutesServes - 6 - 8Ingredients:1 kilo potatoes2 gherkins, sliced2 stalks celery, thinly sliced1/4 cup parsley, finely chopped1/4 cup chives, finely chopped1 tablespoon capers (optional)4 hard boiled eggs, quartered1/4 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup so... Thu, 16 Oct 2025 14:34:05 +1300 http://www.jazmathisen.co.nz/blog/#post154403 http://www.jazmathisen.co.nz/blog/post/154222/sausage-and-egg-pie/ Living on farm, sausages are something that is often found stockpiled in the freezer. ⁣ And eggs are usually in an abundance thanks to the generous free range hens. This sausage and egg pie combines the two to create a delicious savoury smoko or lunch option.Preparation time - 20 minutesCook time - 60 - 90 minutesServes - 6 - 8Ingredients:400g block puff pastry⁣2 large onions, diced or sliced⁣⁣1 clove garlic, crushed⁣⁣2 tsp paprika⁣⁣1/4 cup freshly chopped parsley⁣⁣A squeeze ... Wed, 15 Oct 2025 16:43:48 +1300 http://www.jazmathisen.co.nz/blog/#post154222 http://www.jazmathisen.co.nz/blog/post/154188/louise-slice/ Sweet, cake like base, tart raspberry jam and a soft meringue with a hint of coconut.Preparation time - 10 minutesCook time - 40 minutesServes - 40cm x 25cm sliceIngredients:Base:250g butter, at room temperature1 cup caster sugar4 egg yolks1 tsp vanilla extract3 cups plain white flour2 tsp baking powderMeringue topping:1 cup raspberry jam4 egg whites3/4 cup caster sugar1 cup desiccated coconutMethod:Line a large 40cm x 25cm slice tin and preheat the oven to 160CBeat the butter and sugar tog... Wed, 15 Oct 2025 14:01:22 +1300 http://www.jazmathisen.co.nz/blog/#post154188 http://www.jazmathisen.co.nz/blog/post/147421/beef-and-pearl-barley-stew/ This beef and pearl barley stew is hearty and comforting, perfect for warming hands on a cold day.Preparation - 30 minutesCook time - 2 - 3 hoursServes - 6 - 8 adultsIngredients:800g stewing steak1 large onion (or leek), diced1 large carrot, diced2 stalks celery, sliced2 cloves garlic, crushed1/2 cup red wine6 cups beef stock1x 400g can crushed tomatoes1 cup pearl barley2 medium potatoes, diced1 tbsp finely chopped rosemaryMethod:Dice the stewing steak into small, bite sized pieces and heat a he... Wed, 18 Jun 2025 13:59:57 +1200 http://www.jazmathisen.co.nz/blog/#post147421 http://www.jazmathisen.co.nz/blog/post/144859/green-tomato-pasta-sauce/ This green tomato pasta sauce is the perfect way to use up the final tomatoes of the season. Preparation - 10 minutesCook time - 1 hour 30 minutesMakes - roughly 5L depending on how far you reduce the sauceIngredients:5 kilograms green tomatoes1 cup brown sugar2 onions, diced6 cloves garlic4 tsp salt2 tsp black pepper1 bay leaf, crumbled3 kale or silverbeet leaves, finely chopped1 cup fresh herbs (basil, oregano, thyme)1 jalapeño, finely diced (optional for extra heat)Method:Wash and quart... Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:06:29 +1200 http://www.jazmathisen.co.nz/blog/#post144859 http://www.jazmathisen.co.nz/blog/post/136390/lasagna/ Come springtime, our freezer is getting low on meat.  We are nearing the end of the beef, yet it is not quite lamb processing season.  It is during these few months that I rely heavily on mince.  It always seems to be the final cut of meat after indulging ourselves on steaks and roasts over the winter months.  I forget how often I make spaghetti bolognese a week.  But if I find myself with a little extra time in the morning, I'll make this lasagna instead.  It's a f... Fri, 18 Oct 2024 13:12:09 +1300 http://www.jazmathisen.co.nz/blog/#post136390 http://www.jazmathisen.co.nz/blog/post/136088/ginger-crunch/ A classic ginger crunch recipe that can be made all in the one pot.Preparation time - 15 minutesCook time - 20 minutesServes - 12-16 squaresIngredients:Base:150g butter1/4 cup brown sugar1/4 cup golden syrup1 1/2 cups rolled oats3/4 cups self raising flour1/2 cup desiccated coconut3 tsp ground gingerIcing:100g butter3 tbsp golden syrup2 cups icing sugar4 tsp ground gingerMethod:Preheat the oven to 170C and line a square slice tin with baking paper.In a small pot, over a medium low heat, melt the... Mon, 14 Oct 2024 19:53:19 +1300 http://www.jazmathisen.co.nz/blog/#post136088 http://www.jazmathisen.co.nz/blog/post/133189/corn-and-bacon-quiches/ Try this corn and bacon mixture in pastry or bread for a perfect hand sized quiche.  Served warm they make a great morning smoko at home or out on the farm.Preparation time - 15 minutesCook time - 30 minutesServes - 12 Ingredients:1 block pastry, or 12 slices of bread3 rashes bacon, chopped1 small onion, finely diced1x 400g can corn kernels, drained2 cups cheese, grated3 eggs1/2 cup creamsalt and pepper to seasonMethod:Preheat the oven to 180CRoll out the block of pastry into a large 3... Thu, 08 Aug 2024 13:08:54 +1200 http://www.jazmathisen.co.nz/blog/#post133189