Dennis Bagnall has farming in his blood. Having grown up on a dairy he returned to farming after 'retiring' more than ten years ago: for Dennis, tending the soil is a labour of love. Dennis is a stalwart at the NASAA certified organic Dapto Community Farm where he grows greens and salad goodies. … [Read more...]
Our farmers: Mahbrook Organics, Albion Park
Set among lush, green pastures with the Illawarra escarpment rising behind, Mahbrook Organics farm 22 acres of picturesque land at Albion Park, 90 minutes south of Sydney. Brothers Chris and Adam Bridger run the business along with their families, having turned their passion for permaculture into an … [Read more...]
Eat the rainbow
They say we eat with our eyes- not a bad thing, given the pigments in fresh fruit and veg go more than skin deep! From lutein to lycopenes, here's a rundown of how colour indicates the particular phytonutrients and nutritional benefits available in fresh produce. Fill your plate with colour and … [Read more...]
Green Pea Salad with Feta & Mint
Vegetarian Fresh green peas go brilliantly with lemon and mint- and a little bit of feta cheese never fails to make the taste buds sing! This a sturdy, satisfying salad to take along to picnics and barbecues and goes very nicely with a pastured lamb chop or two. Ingredients … [Read more...]
Mandarin Jellies
Gluten free Pastured gelatin is a pure, complete protein. Its main amino acid is glycine, which is not adequately provided in 'muscle' meats. Glycine is anti-inflammatory and supports the thyroid, helping to regulate metabolism, maintain muscle mass, preserve bone strength and joint mobility and … [Read more...]
Chicken & Coconut Curry
Gluten free This hearty, fragrant curry is served with a wedge of roasted pumpkin. It looks fabulous and the sweetness balances nicely with the spices, but you could serve it with rice or flatbread too. Ingredients (serves 4, generously) ½ small pumpkin, scrubbed clean, deseeded & cut into … [Read more...]
Cosy up with Autumnal root vegetables
Autumn is a season of flux: brilliant, sun-soaked days and mild nights alternate with chilly evenings, southerly winds and crisp mornings. From breezy salads to warming soups, root vegetables provide a versatile base to a variety of seasonal meals. Nutritionally dense and rich in complex … [Read more...]
Apple Sauce
Vegan, Gluten free This is a handy all-purpose condiment for both sweet and savoury purposes. Serve it as an accompaniment with roast pork, spoon it over whole oat porridge or use it to supplement sugar and / or shortening in baked goods, as in this barley and oat granola. Ingredients … [Read more...]
Ten simple ways to eat more vegetables every day
We've said it before and we'll say it again: no matter what your dietary persuasion (and there's a lot of competing persuasions out there these days) the one thing every nutritionist, dietician, naturopath and chef agrees on is the nutritional benefit of eating plenty of fresh vegetables. In fact, … [Read more...]
Fresh Figs with Goat’s Curd
Gluten Free, Vegetarian Ingredients (makes 4) 4 perfectly ripe figs 4 Tbsp goat's curd 1 tsp good quality balsamic vinegar 16 or so tiny basil leaves freshly cracked black pepper Method Begin to quarter the figs from the stem end, stopping about 5 mm from the bottom to maintain a base. Fill … [Read more...]
