Crispy, Sticky, Glazed, And Braised Chicken Thighs

Yes, they are a dark meat, which means that they are higher in calories and fats, but some of those are actually healthy monounsaturated fats. A three ounce skinless chicken thigh contains 170 calories, 9 grams of fat, and 3 grams of saturated fat. Chicken thighs are moist, full of flavour and are generally more…

ByLyndey Milan26/01/2023

Food & Drink Your Recipes

Lyndey Milan’s Must-Try Ras El Hanout Chicken Recipe From Morocco

Ras el hanout is a traditional Moroccan spice mix. Loosely translated, it means ‘top of the shop’ and is meant to represent the very best the spice merchant has to offer. What makes this blend so special is the large number of ingredients, sometimes over 20, and the subtle manner in which the spices merge…

ByLyndey Milan24/10/2022

Food & Drink

Lyndey Milan’s Exclusive Interview With Aussie Icon Stephanie Alexander

Stephanie Alexander AO is a force to be reckoned with. Not in a loud, dominant or aggressive way – in fact quite the contrary, for she has inherited some of her mother’s shyness. Rather she is determined, meticulous and talented in all that she does and believes in, which is how she has been able…

ByLyndey Milan01/06/2022

Entertaining & Wine

Whiskey Ginger, Lime & Gin Fizz, Lemon-Lime & Bitters Punch

Try Lyndey Milan's Whiskey Ginger, Lime & Gin Fizz, Lemon-Lime & Bitters Punch. WHISKEY GINGER This is inspired by my time shooting Lyndey Milan's Taste of Ireland. I discovered a love of Irish whiskey! Serves 1 INGREDIENTS 30ml Irish whiskey 5ml lime juice cordial ginger beer to taste Few drops of bitters Lime zest twist METHOD 1 Combine whiskey and lime juice cordial in…

ByLyndey Milan14/01/2022

Baking Entertaining & Wine Your Recipes

Honey Glazed Ham With Mustard Fruits & Cranberry Relish

Serves a crowd Cooking time 80 minutes Preparation time 20 minutes INGREDIENTS 1 x 7kg leg of ham ¼ cup whole cloves ½ cup (175g) honey 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon (20ml) dry sherry 2 teaspoons (10ml) soy sauce 3 tablespoons Billington’s Dark Muscovado sugar Mustard fruits 1 (90g) lime 3/4 cups (165g) Billington’s Golden Caster sugar 1/4 cup (60ml) white wine vinegar 300g mixed glace fruit, eg figs,…

ByLyndey Milan17/12/2021

Baking Entertaining & Wine Food & Drink Your Recipes

Little Christmas Cakes With Eggnog Buttercream

Makes 18 Preparation 10 minutes Cooking 15 – 20 minutes INGREDIENTS 1 cup (150g) mixed dried fruit 1/2 cup (75g) chopped dates 1/2 cup (75g) chopped prunes 1/4 cup (35g) slivered almonds 1 orange, zested plus ¼ cup (60ml) juice 2/3 cup (150g) Light Muscovado sugar 1/2 cup (75g) plain flour 3/4 cup (110g) self-raising flour ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon ½ teaspoon ground ginger ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg ½ teaspoon bi-carb soda 1 ½…

ByLyndey Milan16/12/2021

Baking Entertaining & Wine Quick & Easy Your Recipes

Roast Duck With Cherry Sauce, Spiced Carrots & Asparagus

Serves 4 Preparation time 5 mins Cooking time 12 mins INGREDIENTS 1 large Chinese BBQ duck Cherry Sauce 2 cups (500 mls) chicken stock 1 cup (250 mls) rose wine 1/4 cup Billington’s Light Muscovado sugar 300g pack frozen pitted cherries Lemon juice or soy sauce, optional, to taste Spiced Carrots 4 large (600 g) carrots, peeled and trimmed 60 g butter 1 tablespoon Billington’s Light Muscovado ¼ teaspoon ground…

ByLyndey Milan16/12/2021

Food & Drink

Cooking Tips For A Sweet Summer

I like to bake all year round, not only in winter. In summer my baked goods are quicker and lighter but at any time of year there are occasions to celebrate. I love Australia Day and am proud to have been an Australia Day Ambassador since 2003. Invariably I choose to go to rural NSW…

ByLyndey Milan16/12/2021

Baking Entertaining & Wine Food & Drink Your Recipes

Christmas Cakes, Eggnog Butter Cream & Cherry Sauce

If you try an unrefined brown sugar such as Billington’s you will find that it adds not only sweetness, but another layer of complexity and richness to your finished dish. Therefore it is suitable for both sweet and savoury dishes. This month I have trialled Billington’s Unrefined sugars in my recipes here on The Carousel. Little…

ByLyndey Milan03/12/2021

Baking

Lyndey Milan’s Delicious Steamed Fresh Ginger Pudding Recipe

Using fresh ginger rather than ground ginger powder gives this traditional style Steamed Fresh Ginger Pudding a modern edge. If your ginger is a little fibrous it is best to use a very fine grater and discard the coarse fibres. Preparation time 10 minutes Cooking time 75 - 80 minutes + 5 minutes standing…

ByLyndey Milan05/11/2021