Wednesday, June 8, 2011

Giveaway Tickets to "Motherhood the Musical" (round 2)





What about a night out with a friend on us? Off to see the hit“Motherhood the Musical.. - This musical has received acclaim in the USA and in Melbourne, Australia for its candid and humorous insight into motherhood. 

We have 5 double passes to give away!!

So what do you need to do? you might be wondering what we could be wanting in exchange? An essay perhaps, a photo comp, some other hoop jumping affair.. NO! – this is a mothers day competition- we don’t want to make more work for you…

So how do you enter then? We figured as mums you are already busy enough.. so here is the deal… Firstly you do need to be a fan of Brisbane Kids on facebook- http://www.facebook.com/brisbanekids. Then- all you need to do is tell 11 people about brisbanekids.com.au. That’s right just 11 other mums- tell them verbally, or better still share our facebook page via facebook- When you have done that- comment on this blog with your name and email address and you go in the random draw.

The Honour System WHAT? You might be asking.. how can we monitor this? what about cheaters?  This is crazy?? Well firstly, we are a little bit crazy- BUT we believe in mums & we consider you all to be members of our wonderful community.. called Brisbane & we believe in your honesty and integrity & we trust that you will do the right thing.

Help us, help other mums and tell them all about the No1 site in Brisbane for Kids- and tell them about our facebook page so all mums can benefit.

When does it close You have until Friday the 10th June at 7pm to tell at least 11 people- but we would love you tell more-- and we ask you to tell them mainly about our facebook page- because that helps us tell people about our website. Go crazy- We believe in you. We will accept a comment on this blog up until Friday the 10th June at 7pm, within the hour following we will announce the randomly chosen winners.

The lucky 5 winners will each win a double pass to go along to see Sue Fabisch’s “Motherhood the Musical” on Tuesday June 14 at 2pm at the Twelfth Night Theatre

Yes it is that easy.

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Only 1 entry per mum
Judges decision is final
entrants must be a 'liker' of the Brisbane Kids Facebook page to be eligible- http;//www.facebook.com/brisbanekids
This competition is being administered by Brisbane Kids Creative ABN 87278036550
Tickets to be
1.     "This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with, Facebook. You are providing your information to Brisbane Kids Creative and not to Facebook. The information you provide will only be used for the purposes of selecting a random winner using random.org
2.     In the promotion's rules:
1.     A complete release of Facebook by each entrant or participant.
2.     Acknowledgement that the promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with, Facebook.
Your entry automatically releases facebook from any responsibility or connection to this giveaway


Tickets are only for a showing on Tuesday June 14 at 2pm- to be picked up from the Twelfth Night Theatre by mentioning the word 'Brisbane Kids' . They are not transferable to other days nor able to refunded. 

Monday, May 23, 2011

Kimochis



Kimochis

We love Kimochis because they are the present that helps a Brisbane Kid to express their emotions. With a range of Kimochis and mini emotions to choose from, each cuddly toy comes with a pouch to hold their feelings. We love that Brisbane Kids will feel more compelled to talk about how they are feeling and that parents may feel more comfortable in asking. We know that Brisbane Kids cant be happy all the time, but we hope a Kimochi will help them to explain why they arent, so mum and dad can help them get their smile back.

Sunday, May 15, 2011

The Rolobox

The Rolobox



Give a Brisbane Kid a present and they will play with the box..
Give a Brisbane Kid a rolobox and they will create a machine, car, bus or truck from the box.
A rolobox is possibly the best invention since a carboard box and is a reusable set of wheels and brackets that can be attached to any cardboard box turning it into a bus or car or anything with wheels! works on all sizes of cardboard boxes.. Encourage the imagination, drive the creativity... We love it! You will find the rolobox for only $12.95 stocked at Fairy Monsters http://www.fairymonsters.com.au

Tuesday, May 3, 2011

Giveaway Tickets to "Motherhood the Musical"



What about a night out with a friend on us? Off to see the hit “Motherhood the Musical.. - This musical has received acclaim in the USA and in Melbourne, Australia for its candid and humorous insight into motherhood. 

We have 5 double passes to give away!!

So what do you need to do? you might be wondering what we could be wanting in exchange? An essay perhaps, a photo comp, some other hoop jumping affair.. NO! – this is a mothers day competition- we don’t want to make more work for you…

So how do you enter then? We figured as mums you are already busy enough.. so here is the deal… Firstly you do need to be a fan of Brisbane Kids on facebook- http://www.facebook.com/brisbanekids. Then- all you need to do is tell 11 people about brisbanekids.com.au. That’s right just 11 other mums- tell them verbally, or better still share our facebook page via facebook- When you have done that- comment on this blog with your name and email address and you go in the random draw.

The Honour System WHAT? You might be asking.. how can we monitor this? what about cheaters?  This is crazy?? Well firstly, we are a little bit crazy- BUT we believe in mums & we consider you all to be members of our wonderful community.. called Brisbane & we believe in your honesty and integrity & we trust that you will do the right thing.

Help us, help other mums and tell them all about the No1 site in Brisbane for Kids- and tell them about our facebook page so all mums can benefit.

When does it close You have until Saturday 7th May at 6pm to tell at least 11 people- but we would love you tell more-- and we ask you to tell them mainly about our facebook page- because that helps us tell people about our website. Go crazy- We believe in you. We will accept a comment on this blog up until Saturday 7th of May at 6pm when we will announce the randomly chosen winners.

The lucky 5 winners will each win a double pass to go along to see Sue Fabisch’s “Motherhood the Musical” on Thursday May 26th at 7.30pm at the Twelfth Night Theatre

Yes it is that easy.

And if you don’t win- don’t despair because we have organised a discount code for all Brisbane Kids fans on the brochure you will fine on the homepage at http://www.brisbanekids.com.au
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Only 1 entry per mum
Judges decision is final
entrants must be a 'liker' of the Brisbane Kids Facebook page to be eligible- http;//www.facebook.com/brisbanekids
This competition is being administered by Brisbane Kids Creative ABN 87278036550
Tickets to be
1.     "This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with, Facebook. You are providing your information to Brisbane Kids Creative and not to Facebook. The information you provide will only be used for the purposes of selecting a random winner using random.org
2.     In the promotion's rules:
1.     A complete release of Facebook by each entrant or participant.
2.     Acknowledgement that the promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with, Facebook.
Your entry automatically releases facebook from any responsibility or connection to this giveaway


Tickets are only for a showing on Thursday the 26th May at 7.30 pm- to be picked up from the Twelfth Night Theatre by mentioning the word 'Brisbane Kids' . They are not transferable to other days nor able to refunded. 

Monday, April 25, 2011

Giimmo Night Lights


Giimmo Night Lights 

 This weeks Brisbane Kids Star of the Week comes care of the soft glow of the Giimmo Night Light.  Also known as Ikaboo Lights they are the Animal Friends with a glowing rainbow heart!

Giimmo’s bathe their environment with all the colours of the rainbow with adjustable and magnetic arms so you can move your giimmo friend around. This is a perfect gift for the Brisbane Kid needing to unwind after a day of activity and fun. You can find it at the childrens boutique, Bambino Pronto http://www.bambinipronto.com.au



Monday, April 18, 2011

Mother Knows Best- TV safety strap

Mother Knows Best




This weeks Brisbane Kids Star of the Week has been chosen because we believe that it can save lives. A simple strap system that attaches your TV to your furniture for $22.95 is all that it takes- Here is one we found- Babydan Anti Tip TV Straps.. they sell themselves http://www.motherknowsbest.com.au


Tuesday, April 12, 2011

Zoobies for Brisbane Kids

Zoobies  



This weeks Brisbane Kids Star of the Week has been chosen because we have always been a huge fan of Zoobies BUT now they are being made into some of our favourite characters. Basically what you are looking at is a lovely plush toy with a comforting blanket inserted. It means that your Brisbane Kids can be cuddled in the day time and warm and snuggly in the night time. You will find them at the Brisbane based online retailer Babies Favourite Things. http://www.babiesfavouritethings.com.

Sunday, April 3, 2011

Tom's First Haircut- By a Moose (The Magic Moose)

So- Yes.. I am one of those mums whose boys gets regularly confused for being girls, because of their lovely long hair, not to mention the beautiful Amber teething beads that protect them from teething pain.

Their haircuts to date have consisted of one "Aunty cut" on my eldest and then my meagre attempts to cut with old kitchen scissors on the deck of our house..

My little 19mth old Tom was becoming at risk of being unable to see through his golden fringe.. I decided that it was time for a first haircut-

So, Tom and I paid a visit to the Moose.


The Magic Moose is a Kids Hairdresser at Mango Hill- They also do some dad haircuts- but their main business is kids.. I like that.. It means they welcome the chaos..I am also aware their success rate is over 95% (that is success of completing a haircut) which gave me a lot of encouragement. Let me tell you why The Magic Moose is made for Kids.


  • The whole thing is run by a Moose..funny.. but there is actually a moose costume around there somewhere...
  • They have a fully functional, stocked train table.
  • They have a huge plasma within the area with the train table.
  • Every single chair has its own little plasma with a choice of a couple of different kids movies
  • They have staff that understand kids don't enjoy haircuts and they are OK with it.. I like that.
  • Their staff are happy, smiling and encouraging.
  • There is a lollypop waiting for when the job is done
  • AND- for first haircuts they have a fabulous certificate for a big effort with a momento of hair for further memories!
I was super impressed- the price for my little monkeys first haircut? $13- check their website because the prices alter slightly depending on when and what age..




So because we love the Moose so much and because they heart us- They have offered us the following deal- FOR THE MONTH OF APRIL 2011- Mention BrisbaneKids (thats right- you gotta say our name)- They will give a Cut N Cookie for $13!!- Thats right.. a haircut.. and a lovely cookie fresh from the bakery next door for $13! This is for a pre-school cut only- before 3pm Monday- Friday-

So if you.. like me.. have been waiting.. and your trendy boy hair is getting a bit too long OR it is simply time for a haircut- then I recommend you give The Magic Moose at Mango Hill a go.

Monday, March 28, 2011

Two Little Boys- Inspiring Notebooks

Two Little Boys







This weeks Star of the Week was chosen because we were looking for something that would inspire a Brisbane Kid to be the best they could. We wanted them to feel like they could achieve anything, that their future is bright and limitless. Thats when we came across these journals and here are a couple of examples. You can find them at www.larkmade.com.au

Wednesday, March 23, 2011

Balloon Balls

Balloon Balls



This weeks star of the week has been chosen because it is ideal as a gift or simply a great addition to your own toy collection. Balloon Balls are designed to house a standard sized balloon creating a soft ball that offers hours of fun. It also assists with early motor skill development, later ball handlings skills and even with a baby’s early hand eye coordination. Offering boys and girls balls, baby balls and even footballs, there really is a balloon ball for all types of kids. I like them because my kids can play with them in the house without fear of breakages, and if the balloon happens to burst, a new balloon is waiting to take its place. http://www.balloonballs.com.au 

Sunday, March 13, 2011

Poss and Wom- Unique Australian Designs

Poss and Wom






The Star of the Week for this week is the delightful creations that are
Poss & Wom. Truly Australian, unique and stylish- handmade, one of a kind stationery and nursery art. This art is quite humbling in its ability to capture the essence of the Australian culture in a contemporary and enchanting way. We are in love with Poss and Wom! http://www.possandwom.com

Thursday, March 10, 2011

Crayon Rocks

Crayon Rocks









The Star of the Week for this week is from EmporioBambini.com.au

(so much cool stuff at this store) but we fell in love with their Crayon

Rocks- 16 colours- all natural mineral powders- designed to strengthen

tiny muscles- large wide and thin strokes <blissful creating for little

people>
http://www.emporiobambini.com.au

Friday, March 4, 2011

The Ultimate Wish List for Fairy Loving Girls and Mums

If I had a little girl I imagine that she would have love of all things fairy. This is a wish list for her.
  • Enchanted Walls- I would imagine her room would be filled with different fairy things like these wall decals from Anima Causa 
  • Her walls would have a fairy door so ofcourse the fairy's could enter at will. I love the idea of putting them on trees as well, see these creations from My Little Fairy Door.


  • We would create a fairy garden and it would have amongst other things a fairy circle of mushrooms like these I found at Flights of Fancy

  • I would get her the "50 Fairy things to make and Do" which is a wonderful activity book with cards that inspire fairy type creations. I would also stock Enid Blytons The Enchanted Wood, The Magic Faraway Tree, Lady Coddingtons Pressed Flower Book and All things Tinkerbell.


  • I would convince my husband or maybe my mother in law that she would need a pair of fairy shoes.. (I cant put pics of this up- but check out these custom fairy shoes from Zazzle)
  • She could have tea with the fairies with these lovely tiny tea sets from Enchanted Gifts


  • And check out this slection of lovely fairy figurines from Garden Fairy


  • And have her turned into a fairy with lovely photo alterations from Fairy Me by Tarja
  • Also some lighting like these lovely dragon fly lights from Easy Gift. They also have a range of Angel Fairy lights.




  • Finally what is a fairy without a costume and there is so much to choose from! Whether it is a lovely Tutu like these from Giggles and Tantrums. Or a fairy suit with the works- wands and wings from Fairy Magic at Byron Bay. OR these Alex and Charli Butterfly Winged Singlets


So there you go..well not really I had a continuing list.. and some far our ideas that apart from being costly almost might seem a bit weird. It's a start. For now I will settle with trucks and jungles until that little girl comes along.


xxNgaire



Monday, February 28, 2011

Treacher Creatures

Treacher Creatures!

One of a kind sock creatures and fleece animals- The most gorgeous, whimsical creatures you could hope to grace the birthday of a Brisbane Kid. We wont say more except you must check these creations out- they are just enchanted  http://www.treachercreatures.com

Monday, February 21, 2011

SAKitToMe


Dinosaur SAKitToMe bag

This weeks Star of the Week has been chosen in view of all the mums out there searching for cool library bags, SO we found this at Just Us Kids Online. Made from polyester, this bag is sturdy and comes with its own attached pouch, with an attached key ring! Use it for everything, tree motifs on white background at the back and on the pouch. Teach your child to be environmentally friendly with this versatile bag! Size approx: 47cm x 40cm- its just $12 http://www.justuskids.com.au

Sunday, February 13, 2011

Little Night Delights

 Little Night Delights

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Pretty lights, Night lights, Garden lights, Decorating lights and Chain Lights.. all sorts of lovely lights.... Little Night Delights really is about delighting in the darkness! The less we say the better, because their website and HUGE array of lights (and the great pricing) will speak for themselves. Perfect to soothe a baby, quieten a toddler or create wonder in a child- head to their website now http://www.littlenightdelights.com.au/

Saturday, February 12, 2011

Health and Fitness Myths for Mums and Dads

8 Health and Fitness Myths BUSTED!

1. Sit ups or crunches WON’T get rid of your belly flat.
There is no such thing as targeting specific areas for fat loss. The only thing you’ll do is potentially build strength in the areas you’re working


2. Low fat doesn’t always mean better for you.
Make sure you check the sugar content on the nutrition label as often the fat taken out is replaced by SUGAR. Try to stick under 15g/100g of sugar.


3. The fat burning program on the treadmill WON’T help you lose more weight.

Don’t be seduced. The lower intensity (heart rate) might mean you burn more fat but overall you burn far less calories than if you worked harder for the same time. Since we’re about burning more calories than you consume, it makes sense to work a little harder.


4. Eating less isn’t always best for weight loss
Our bodies need fuel to function and be their best, but cutting out essential nutrients can put your body into ‘starvation mode’. As soon as you eat any extra calories your body holds onto them tight, stalling your weight loss!


5. Pain doesn’t equal gain.
I’m not talking the “good pain” from exercise but when your physically hurt or injured chances are you’re overdoing it. Get some rest or try some gentle alternatives until you’re feeling right again.


6. Eat every 2.5- 3 hours
Smaller meals, more regularly helps keep your blood sugar
and energy levels nice and stable (and you’re less likely to binge too).


7. Ladies, weight training WON’T make you bulk up.
Generally, women don’t have enough testosterone to get big bulky muscles. On the up, weight training strengthens our bones and helps our body burn more calories at rest!

8. You can regain your body after having kids (but it does take work!)
While our time may be more pressed, with a little forward thinking and planning we all have the ability to regain (most, if not a lot of) our pre pregnancy body. By all means accept that there will be some changes, but with some sensible eating and regular exercise, you can make it happen. Make some time for YOU!






Katie Hoenig is a Women’s Fitness Specialist with an interest in helping Mums get their spark back after kids.


To find out more, check out THRIVE! Fitness on facebook, 0401178616 or
www.thrivefitness.com.au for info.

Sunday, February 6, 2011

The Sun Jar

The Sun Jar

Your Brisbane Kid is going to love this! This is truly so amazing we had to share it with you. It is a Jar that captures the rays of the sun during the day and releases the energy throughout the night with a soft orange glow. Perfect as a night light and to scare away any monsters under the bed. No Batteries and No Cords. You can find this and more cool stuff at http://www.madaboutscience.com.au/

Wednesday, February 2, 2011

Savoury Category

The winner of the Savoury Category will win a $40 Silva Bella Voucher- see our prize post for details- Here are the Entries-

Sausage Rolls (Susan) 

"Sausage rolls rock.  They always go down a treat and I've yet to meet a kid who turns one away.

MAKES 36
INGREDIENTS
500g chicken thigh or breast fillet, pulverised in the food processor
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 medium brown onion, grated
1 medium carrot, grated
1 medium zucchini, grated
1 cob of corn, kernels cut off the cob
1 egg, beaten lightly
1/3 cup stale breadcrumbs or almond meal
1 tablespoon tomato paste
3 sheets ready rolled puff-pastry
1 egg, beaten lightly, extra

METHOD

1. Preheat oven to 180°. Line baking trays with baking paper.
2. Combine mince, garlic, onion, carrot, beans, corn, egg, breadcrumbs and sauce in large bowl.
3. Cut pastry sheets in half lengthways. Place equal amounts of chicken mixture lengthways along centre of each pastry piece; roll each pastry piece, from one wide edge, to enclose filling. Cut each roll in six pieces.
4. Place, seam side down, on trays, brush with extra egg. Bake uncovered for about 30 minutes or until lightly browned and cooked through.

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Muckamoley (Grant)

1 ripe Avocado
1/2 teaspoon crushed garlic
Sweet Chilli Sauce to tast (I use about 1 teaspoon)
1 tblsp lemon juice

Peel and mash avocado, add remaining ingredients and mix well. Serve with nachos, tortillas, taco etc. My three year old loves it but can’t pronouce guacamole, so muckamoley it will always be for me!

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Hidden Vegie Fritters (Monique)

All you need it loads of yummy vegies all grated if you can, can of corn, cup of grated cheese and pancake shake mix. mix it all up and using a dessert spoon shallow fry or deepfry little balls until brown. A great treat for lunches thats packed full of vegies,for a healthy alt. you can also cook spoons on nonstick pan.

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Magic Muffins (Kristina)Ingredients
2 1/2 cups self raising flour
1medium carrot, grated
1medium zucchini, grated
2 small cans of corn kernels drained
1 cup grated tasty cheese
2 eggs
1 cup milk
125g butter, melted and cooled

PRocess
1- preheat oven to 200C or 180C fan
Brush 12 large muffin cups lightly with oil.
Sift flour into a large bowl and add carrot, zucchini, corn and cheese. Stir to combine and make a well in centre
2- Whick eggs, milk and butter in a jug. Add to bowl and fold until just combined. Do not overbeat
3- spoon mixture into prepared tins. Bake for 20 mins until risen and golden brown. leave to cool in tin for 5 mins, then move to cooling rack. 

For the smaller appetite I also use patty tins, beautiful with a lite cream cheese spread or butter on them when they are still warm.

MAgic as they sneak the veges in and kids think they are getting cupcakes :)
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Keesh - The No-Fuss No-Base Versatile Quiche (Elle)

Easy to make – Serves Family of 2 Adults & 2 childrenPreparation time – approx. 10-15 minutes; 
Cooking Time – Allow 1 ½ – 1 ¾ hrs cooking time
Utensils:
• Food Processor or Blender (See notes* if you don’t have one)
• Large Mixing bowl & Mixing spoon
• Quiche Pan/Cake Tin(s)/ Oven Proof Baking Dish
Ingredients:
• 1 pkt SAO biscuits (or any dry cracker biscuits 0 great way to use up those that are not past their use-by, but are getting a bit stale)
• 2-3 cups Left over veges (cooked or raw) – eg. Carrot, potato, broccoli, cauliflower, capsicum any combination of these or any fresh, frozen or tinned vegetables you have on hand.
• Favourite Meat – diced, 4-8 slices or about 3-400g – eg. Ham, bacon, chicken, silverside
• 2 cups milk
• 1/8 cup cream (optional)
• 1-2 onions
• 1-2 cloves garlic (optional to taste)
• 8-10 Eggs
• 500g pkt grated cheese 
See notes if you have block/sliced cheese (Reserve a little of this for sprinkling on the top – about a handful is usually enough)
• 1 large tin Corn Kernels (optional)
• 6-8 thin slices of tomato – for garnish (optional)
• Butter/Margarine or “Cooking Spray” for greasing the tin/pan
Method:
• Using a Food Processor or Blender
, crush the biscuits finely and place into large bowl.
• In the Food Processor or Blender*, then add all meat/s, veges, onions, garlic (if desired) and process – roughly finished is fine, but for fussy eaters, go for a finer finish. Add into the bowl with the cracker crumbs.
• In the Food Processor/Blender*, mix together eggs, milk and cream. Add to the cracker and meat/vege mix.
• Add Tin of Corn Kernels – including liquid (if desired) and Grated Cheese (except the reserved amount.
• Stir all ingredients together thoroughly.
• Grease Quiche Pan, and pour in mixture.
• Bake in a moderate oven (180-200oC) For 1 ½ hours – {pre-heat the oven if you remember, but I usually don’t, so I just pop it in the cold oven and let it cook – might just take an extra couple of minutes}
• After 45 minutes, remove from oven and sprinkle with reserved grated cheese and place tomato slices across the top. Return to oven for remaining time.
• The quiche is cooked when golden brown, the surface is not runny or wobbly. A knife can be inserted into the centre and comes out “clean”. If the quiche is not quite firm at the completion of the cooking time, return to the oven for another 5 – 15 minutes.
*Notes:
This is a great recipe to tempt “fussy” eaters to have their veges, because they are disguised amongst the other ingredients, but still have the nutritional value. 
It is also a great recipe for 8-12 year olds to help with, as it is very “forgiving” if a bit less or bit extra in the ingredients occurs.
It is also fabulous for the “end-of-week” when there’s nothing left in the fridge – it uses up all those “bits”, so nothing gets wasted.
If you do not have a Blender/Food Processer, 
• crush the crackers by placing them in a bag and using a rolling pin, or base of a mug to crush them. It is easier to do this in a few stages, rather than all at once.
• The meat/veges can be chopped or diced.
• Whisk the Egg/Milk/Cream mixture using an egg whisk or Fork.
This is also a useful recipe for a savoury slice. Bake in a Biscuit Tray, and slice into “fingers” to serve. Instead of tomato slices across the top, divide each slice into 6, and arrange so there is a “wedge” on each finger.
Asparagus spears are also effective to garnish the top with. 
I have been cooking this for my family for nearly 20 years, and it never fails to please. My “Brisbane Kids” are now 13 and 19 years old, and they always line up for seconds!! I now have to bake a triple batch to feed the hungry tribe (we have extras who live with us also).
This recipe can also be cooked successfully in a microwave – but doesn’t have the “golden appearance” at the finish. I find it best on 70% power. About 15-20 minutes (give or take), but check it after 10 minutes, then check every 5 minutes until done.
This also freezes quite well, so makes a good stand-by for a last-minute meal later on too.
Serve:
Eat by itself, or with your favourite salad items. 
Delicious with Halved cherry tomatoes, Alfalfa or Snow Pea Sprouts and grated fresh beetroot.
Can also be eaten cold, which is terrific for a summer picnic.
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Ham, Mushroom and Tomato Quiche (or whatever ingredients you like – works great with spinach and mushroom) (Louise)
6 eggs
1 large tub of extra light sour cream (if you need more or the eggs are small add some light milk)
diced shallots, ham, mushrooms, tomatoes 
salt and pepper (to taste)
mixed herbs (to taste)
frozen pastry (puff pastry is lighter although it is traditionally made with shortcrust pastry however I find this a very heavy pastry)

Preheat oven to 160
Spray quiche or pie tray with oil or rub with butter
Line tray with thawed pastry ensure to cover entire tray and join all sections
With a fork punch air holes in the pastry (don’t be shy it should look spotted when you are done)
With electric beater or food processor mix the eggs and sour cream, salt, pepper and herbs (make sure there is lots of bubbles)
Pour the mixture into the pastry 
Add diced shallots, ham, mushrooms, tomatoes
Cook in oven for 60mins (it is cooked this long on the low temperature to ensure the bottom of pastry cooks)

Great to eat with a fresh salad or have cold the next day after.

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Easy Peezy Sausage Rolls (Holly)

1 small onion and carrot grated
500g sausage mince
1 cup fresh wholmeal or multigrain breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs
2 tablespoons BBQ sauce
1 egg, lightly beaten
puff pasty (about 3 sheets)
1 egg yolk, lightly beaten

1. Preheat oven to 200 degrees or 180 for fan forced.
2. Place onion, carrot, mince, breadcrumbs, herbs, sauce and egg into a bowl and mix well.
3. Lay pastry sheets flat and cut each in half length ways. 
4. Take a portion of mince, shape into a log and place on pastry sheet. Brush the edge with egg and roll to enclose filling.
5. Slice accordingly (you can make party size or large) and make small slits in the top of each to allow steam to escape.
6. Place onto trays and brush with egg yolk.
7. Bake for 30 mins or until golden brown.

Makes approx 25-30 party sausage rolls. Takes 30-45mins. Suitable to freeze.

I cheat by doing the carrot, onion and breadcrumbs in the blender. I usually use Italian Herbs in a tube from the fridge section at the supermarket :)

You can also sneak other veggies into these delicious sausage rolls!

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Friday Night Fritatta! with chicken, spinach & fetta (Amanda)

8 Eggs lightly beaten
1 1/2 cups spiral pasta
1 cup of chopped BBQ chook (skin off)
1 small onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup of semi-dried tomatoes, chopped
1 handful of washed baby spinach leaves
1/2 cup finely grated tasty cheese
Handful of crumbled fetta cheese
2 tbsp olive oil

Cook the pasta in a large pan of boiling water until tender. Drain well. 
In a bowl combine chicken, semi-dried tomato, onion, tasty cheese and spinach leaves. 
Wash and drain pasta and add to the mixture. Pour in the eggs and fold ingredients into each other.
Transfer to frypan/oven proof dish, and use a spoon to smooth out the top of the mixture. 
Cumble the fetta over the top.
Cook over medium-low heat for about 8 minutes, until set underneath. Atlernatively, you can bake at 180 degrees for 15 minutes as well.
Then place the pan under a preheated grill for about 10 minutes, until the top is set and golden. Test the top of the frittata with a fork to make sure the egg is fully cooked. Cool slightly, then slide out onto a board. 
Serve cut into wedges – the whole family (especially the kids!) love it – clean plates every time :-) 
Beautiful with a salad!

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Yummy Egg Rolls (Aleksandra)

this is great, easy & absolute favourite among my family & friends.Kids love them too. Can be made a day ahead & kept in the fridge. Here we go;
Beat 5 eggs, add 4 table spoons of milk, 1 table spoon of floor, half a tea spoon salt & 100 grams of any grated cheese. Mix it well. In large frying pan heat table spoon of butter, add egg mixture and cook omllette on both sides. Let it cool. Now you can make different filings depending on your likes & available ingredients. i’ll share few that i always use for parties:
1. spread egg cake with mild mustard, sprinkle with parmezan, sliced ham and sliced cheese. 
2. Spread egg cake with cream cheese, add diced bacon and fried mushrooms
3. Spread egg cake with tomato sauce, sprinkle with oregano, add your favourite pizza toppings

roll omlette and wrap tight in aluminium foil. Keep in the fridge untill needed. Cut into slices, serve and enjoy!!!!

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Easy Cheesy Drop Scones (Sarah)

1 lrg cup tasty cheese
1/2 cup plain flour
2 tsps baking powder
1 egg


Mix ingredients together and then add enough milk to make tacky (slightly wet and sticky). Spoon small (or large for lunch box size) spoonfuls onto a tray and bake at 200 C for 5min.

Add bacon/ham/onion/corn – anything you like – for added yummy.


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Sweet Corn, Capsicum and Bacon Tarts (Tara)

1 cob of sweet corn 
1/2 medium capsicum
4 rashes of short cut bacon
1 tbs plain flour
1/2 cup cream

2-3 sheets ready made shortcrust pastry.

Step 1. Preheat oven to medium heat.
Step 2. Line muffin tin with pastry 
Step 3. Cook pastry
Step 4. Strip corn off the cob and dice capsicum and bacon. 
Step 5. Pan fry with a knot of butter
Step 6. Cook through then add the flour.
Step 7. Stir through cream.
Step 8. Fill pasty shells and enjoy