Taste.com.au November 2019

here’s that moment every year – and it’s right now – when the pages rip off the daily calendar like a cartoon time lapse. But don’t panic! We’ve got absolutely everything you need. The key to winning? Get ahead of the game! Nothing needs to wait until the final hour – nibbles, starters, mains, share dishes and desserts can all be in the bag, leaving you ready to party. If you want in on this, make your selection now from the cool options in our Make Ahead Party Food feature (p82). And speaking of cool, it’s time to rediscover the freezer, your new BFF (best festive friend). Start clearing out the peas and pizzas because a Frozen Fantasy awaits (p92). These are definitely some of the most beautiful desserts we’ve ever featured,…

vanilla slice with honeycomb crunch makes 12 slices | prep 30 mins (+ cooling & 4 hours chilling) | cooking 50 mins 2 sheets good-quality frozen butter puff pastry, just thawed (see tip)375ml (1 1/2 cups) pouring cream170g ( 3/4 cup) caster sugar1 tsp vanilla extract40g unsalted butter375ml (1 1/2 cups) milk35g ( 1/4 cup) cornflour6 egg yolksPistachio honeycomb, to decorate (see page 14)Toffee macadamias, to decorate (see page 14)Honey, to drizzle caramel sauce 140g ( 2/3 cup) caster sugar80ml ( 1/3 cup) pouring cream 1 Preheat oven to 220°C/200°C fan forced. Line a baking tray with baking paper. Place 1 pastry sheet on prepared tray. Top the pastry with another sheet of baking paper and another baking tray on top. Bake for 15 minutes or until golden and cooked through. Set aside to cool…

PISTACHIO HONEYCOMB step 1 Place 335g (1 1/2 cups) white sugar, 60ml (1/4 cup) glucose syrup, 2 tbs golden syrup and 125ml ( 1/2 cup) water in a large saucepan over low heat. Cook, stirring, for 5-8 minutes or until sugar dissolves. Increase heat to high. step 2 Bring to boil. Cook, without stirring, for 5-7 minutes or until hard crack stage (153°C) on a cook’s thermometer and just colouring around edge. Remove from heat. Let bubbles subside. Stir in 2 tsp sifted bicarb with wooden spoon. step 3 Pour the mixture into a baking paper-lined roasting pan with paper overhanging the sides. Quickly scatter over 55g ( 1/3 cup) coarsely chopped pistachio kernels then set aside to cool completely. TOFFEE MACADAMIAS step 1 Line a large baking tray with baking paper then place a wire rack over the…

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Torta caprese al limone A twist on almond white chocolate cake from Capri. “Fantastic cake, very moist.” @COOKIESMAMA “Will DEF make again.” @BARGINGIRL91 “If you love lemon and almond then this is for you. Yum!” @PODGY88 Cheesy vego ‘sausage’ rolls Kids will devour lentil, sweet potato and mushie pastries. “My children loved them.” @PHILIPPAH “These are so nice I wouldn’t change a thing!” @SHELLEY1314 “Absolutely delicious! The Vegemite and cheese work perfectly!” @SCOOBYSNAX Healthy chicken pasta salad We’ve given creamy pasta salad a healthy makeover. “Quick and yummy.” @CAMTER “I used Mexican smoked chipotle sauce. It was great. Don’t overcook the vegies so they have crunch.” @VALOUR “Beautiful combination of flavours.” @CHILLEDBAKER SEND US YOUR PICS #cookedwithtaste tastemag@news.com.au…

FRY-YAY Philips Advance XXL Digital Airfryer is family-sized and packed with features. The 1.4L capacity delivers maximum taste with minimal fat, so chippies can stay on the menu. Available at Harvey Norman for $599. WINE? CAN DO! Crafters Union new sparkling spritz cans are perfect for picnics, parties, and poolside play. A bubbly fusion of your favourite wine with fruity accents, they come in quick-to-chill aluminium. Find them at selected bottle shops nationally for $8 each. loll around A recent poll on taste.com.au indicated everything old is new again. We asked ‘which discontinued Aussie confectionary item do you want to bring back?’ The answer was very much in the nostalgia lane for childhood treats that are uniquely homegrown. The Polly Waffle topped the poll, with many delighted to hear they’ll be back in production soon!…