Taste.com.au November 2020

has there ever been a year we’ll relish saying farewell to more than this one? Now we’re nearly there, it’s time to take a breath. What has been wonderful for us at taste HQ is seeing YOU, our amazing community, rising to the challenges, getting your family through, and still, somehow, being able to laugh about this crazy year – like when we asked you recently, on our Facebook page, “If 2020 was a food what would it be?” We chuckled through over 3000 responses. But the comparison with an onion said it all: “Lots of layers that taste bad and make you cry.” (See our other favourites on p21). At taste HQ, we agree that it is high time for fun. Our new Fun Cooking section is literally bursting with dishes…

Creamy broccoli & bacon salad Serve this simple side in 15 mins. “So easy to make and a favourite, even with people who didn’t necessarily like broccoli. Will make again.” @KYLIEPYCE05 “Loved it! Beautiful mix of flavours and textures. Will add to my cook’s faves.” @CAMILLEMORRIS Caramilk cheesecake slice Bake with the on-trend choccy. “We just can’t get enough pf this slice! It is the best slice I have ever made.” @VODKAGAL30 “My first baked cheesecake ever and it turned out really well. My tip is to use a hot knife to slice it.” @KATYSMITH Layered mexican sweet potato salad This is an easy crowd-pleaser. “Easy and the kids love it.” @SUNNIEDAYZ “I absolutely loved this receipe. Will do again!” @LIZZO “Love the crunch and all those yummy layers!” @AMCD SEND US YOUR PICS #cookedwithtaste tastemag@news.com.au…

SANDWICH CAKE We’ve prettied up simple finger sandwiches by making them into an edible masterpiece. Even the kids will like this one! Mix and match your favourite fillings. NANNA’S GOLDEN SYRUP CUSTARD CAKE This easy retro cake has gone gangbusters on taste.com.au! You’ll love the creamy custard centre and golden syrup drizzle for afternoon tea. GIN & TONIC PUDDING We’ve made the classic gin cocktail into a dessert! There’s gin in the pud as well as in the sticky syrup poured on top. And don’t forget the fruit – there’s lime and lemon on top.…

Japanese salmon & edamame noodle salad p73 Butter cauli & sambal p55 Chicken Kiev pasta salad p62 Vegan buffalo salad p47 Butter cauliflower & paneer p55 5-ingredient haloumi shakshuka p46 Carbonara pasta salad p62 Slow-cooked lamb curry p40 Speedy Korean pork tacos p50 Pulled pork nachos p57 Creamy lemon salmon tray bake p41 Cajun barramundi, mango & charred corn salad p74 Butter cauli & meatballs p55 Roasted veg & pasta salad p112 One-pot apricot chicken bake p48 Tex Mex burrito pasta salad p61 Sushi taco salad bowl p49 Creamy prawn & lentil salad p74…

“This is a perfect make-ahead treat. The undecorated cake can be kept in the fridge for up to a week. Make the brandy snaps a day ahead and store, unfilled, in an airtight container.”Michelle Southan let’s go! Brandy snap twirls, to decorate (see page 16)Caramel spread, to serveGinger biscuits, to crumble gingerbread cake 115g ¾ cup) plain flour50g (⅓ cup) self-raising flour100g (½ cup, firmly packed) brown sugar2 tsp ground ginger½ tsp mixed spice½ tsp bicarbonate of soda125ml (½ cup) golden syrup80ml (⅓ cup) olive oil80ml (⅓ cup) milk1 egg white chocolate cheesecake 100g butter, melted, plus extra, to grease250g pkt plain chocolate biscuits2 tbs hot water1 tbs gelatine powder3 x 250g pkt cream cheese, at room temperature chopped250ml (1 cup) thickened cream155g (¾ cup) caster sugar180g pkt white chocolate,melted, cooled chocolate ganache 200g dark cooking chocolate, chopped125ml…

Whip up our cheesecake starring on the cover, share a pic and you could win a high-performance Vitamix Ascent Series blender – there are two to win! With built-in wifi and a digital timer to prevent over- or under-processing, you can toss in the ingredients, hit a button and come back when it’s all done. Compatible with the new range of containers, these blenders can read which sized container you’ve chosen and adjust settings accordingly. $2700 in prizes! matt preston CELEBRITY JUDGE “Wow me with a sky-high brandy snap stack and a neat, striking star nestled in white choc cheesecake.” SEND IN YOUR ENTRIES BY 8 NOVEMBER Vitamix Ascent Series A3500i in Black, valued at $1545 PLUS a Vitamix Blending Cups Starter Kit, valued at $179.95 Vitamix Ascent Series A2300i in Black, valued at $945 two ways to…