Recipes – If We Have to Eat

I thought I’d add a page to provide a few notes and explanations about the recipes on this blog. I also wanted to provide a proper list of recipes as a quick reference.

All of the recipes are written for the TM31. However, I don’t see why they couldn’t be used with the TM5. Unfortunately, I don’t get a chance to use some of the new features that come with the TM5, so if you have a TM5, feel free to share your tips and hints with your fellow TM5 owners.

Every effort has been made to make these recipes as accurate as possible. However, as I’m testing them as part of my weekly cooking, there is a chance that something might be wrong. The recipes do get re-tested the next time I cook them, so check back for updates.

Also, I’d love to hear how you go with the recipes – was the sauce too runny for you? or was there too much for the bowl? Any feedback would be appreciated and I’ll happily look to tweak the recipe in the following week or two.

Weights and Measures

All weights and measures are Australian ones – as a quick guide:
1 teaspoon = 5ml
1 tablespoon = 4 teaspoons = 20ml
1 cup = 250ml

Servings are mostly based on the amount of uncooked meat or protein. For lunches, I aim for 100-150g per person and for dinner, I use 150-200g. I also aim for 2 servings of vegetables per person and 2 to 3 different vegetables per meal.

Breakfasts
White Bean Spread
Baked Beans
Cashew Nut Butter (Version 1)
Cashew Nut Butter (Version 2)
Egg, Cheese and Tomato and Red Onion Relish Wrap
Egg Wrap with Smoked Salmon, Spinach and Tomato
French Toast
Mini Zucchini, Corn and Cheese Frittatas
Mini Zucchini and Haloumi Frittatas
Mushrooms on Toast
Quinoa Porridge with Apples and Cinnamon
Omelet with Mushrooms and Spinach
Irish Brown Bread
Orange Juice
(see also Baking)

Mains
Poultry
Chicken, Spinach, Pea and Broccoli Risotto
Chicken Curry
Chicken Saag
Chicken Meatballs and Vegetable Ragout
Chicken Cottage Pie
Chicken and Mushroom Congee
Chicken and Vegetables with Miso Pesto
Chicken and Vegetable Pie
Chicken and Vegetables with Leek and Mustard Sauce
Chicken with Green Bean, Spinach and Cherry Tomato Salad
Chicken Meatballs with Risoni and Tomato Sauce
Chicken Drumsticks with Eggplant and Lentils
Chicken Drumsticks with Mushroom Sauce and Steamed Vegetables
Japanese Chicken Curry (Version 1)
Japanese Chicken Curry (Version 2)
Chicken, Mushroom and Spinach Parcels
Mexican-Style Chicken Stew
Stuffed Chicken Thighs (Version 1)
Stuffed Chicken Thighs (Version 2)
Chicken Burgers
Steamed Chicken with Ginger, Spring Onion and Oyster Sauce
Steamed Chicken with Mushroom Rice, Peas and Broccoli
Simple Stir-Fry
Chicken, Sweet Corn and Egg Soup
Chicken Korma with Vegetables
(see also Snacks)

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Meat
Beef Rendang
Beef and Vegetable Stew
Beef and Vegetable Stew (Version 2)
Chilli Con Carne
Cottage Pie
Irish Stew
Tofu, Eggplant and Pork Mince Stir-Fry
Massaman Beef Curry
Pork Spinach and Pine Nut Parcels
Pulled Pork
Pork Spinach and Mushroom Meatballs with Tomato Sauce and Zucchini Ribbons
Pork Chops and Vegetables with Apple Sauce
Sausages with Cauliflower and White Bean Puree and Peas
Tomato, Bacon and Lentil Soup
(see also Snacks)

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Seafood
Steamed Fish and Vegetable with Dijon and Lemon Sauce
Crispy Skin Salmon with Cabbage and Onion
Crispy Skin Salmon with Mushrooms and Brussel Sprouts (Meal for One)
Crispy Skin Salmon with Broccoli and Peas
Fish Pie
Asian-Style Steamed Fish with Asian Greens and Broccoli
Lime, Chilli and Garlic Prawns and Vegetables
(see also Snacks)

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Pasta
Mushroom and Chorizo Fettuccini
Penne and Sausage
Penne and Sausage (Version 2)
Fettuccini with Prawns, Snow Peas and Broccoli (Meal for One)
Spaghetti Bolognaise (Version 1)
Spaghetti Bolognaise (Version 2)
Lasagna (Version 1)
Lasagna (Version 2)
Vegetable Bolognaise

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Vegetables
Dry Fried Green Beans
Broccoli and Potato Soup
Cauliflower and Cannellini Bean Soup
Cauliflower Cheese with Kale
Cauliflower Puree
Eggplant Falafels with Minted Yoghurt
Lentil and Vegetable Curry
Roasted Brussel Sprouts
Sweet Potato Bake
Vegetable Korma
Vegetable Bolognaise

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Snacks
Honey Garlic Chicken Wings
Steamed Prawn Dumplings
Pork and Vegetable Dumplings
Pico de Gallo
Caramelised Onions

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Baking
Pear and Raspberry Bread
Flourless Date Muffins
Irish Brown Bread

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Pantry
Honey Mustard Dressing
Cashew Satay Sauce
Wholewheat Pizza Dough
Caramel Sauce

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Basics
Chicken Mince
Steamed Chicken

[updated: January 11, 2015]