Water Garden in a Pot
A water feature in a pot is easy to create and can be made from start to finish in just a few hours. Adding a water feature adds another dimension to the garden and a portable one in a pot is a fantastic solution for the person who is renting or ... [... more]
Garden Gurus |
Don's favourite
The Dramm water breaker is the best all round nozzle for serious gardeners. It can be attached to a wand to reach plants easily and dispenses a soft stream of water so you can water right up to a pot plant without washing out all the potting mix. ... [... more]
Burke's Backyard |
Vegetable Chow Mein
Bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil. If the noodles are fresh, steep them in the boiling water for 1 minute, then drain. If the noodles are dry, cook according to packet directions. In a small bowl, whisk together the stock, soy sauce ... [... more]
All Recipes AU |
Salmon Mousse
Measure the reserved liquid from the tin and top up with water to make 125 ml (1/2 cup). Place this in a pot, and slowly sprinkle the gelatine on top, this will make the dissolving process easier. Heat gently until the gelatine is completely ... [... more]
All Recipes AU |
Asparagus and Smoked Salmon Salad
Bring a pot of water to a boil. Place asparagus in the pot, and cook 5 minutes, until just tender. Drain and set aside. Place the pecans in a frying pan over medium heat. Cook 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until lightly toasted. In a large ... [... more]
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Salmon with mashed potatoes and garlic lemon butter sauce
Peel and chop potatoes and boil in a pot of water until soft; drain. Place the 2 tablespoons of butter, 1/4 cup of milk and chicken stock in a bowl and microwave on high for 1 minute. Mash potatoes and gradually pour in prepared mixture; mix ... [... more]
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Devilled Eggs
Place eggs in a pot of salted water. Bring the water to the boil, and let eggs cook in boiling water until they are hard boiled, approximately 10 to 15 minutes. Drain eggs, and let cool. Peel eggs and cut in half lengthwise. Remove the yolks and ... [... more]
All Recipes AU |
Rocky Road Christmas Tree
Melt the milk chocolate chips in a bowl over a pot of boiling water or in the microwave. Cut up the marshmallow and sweets of your choice and place these in the now melted chocolate. Stir lightly to mix and then pour it all into the mould. Secure ... [... more]
All Recipes AU |
Bromeliad (Bromeliaceae)
Bromeliaceae (the bromeliads) are a diverse family of plants endemic to Central and South America. They are a durable, colorful and exotic plant that grows well indoors or in a pot. The pineapple is a member of the bromeliad family, but so are ... [... more]
Gardening Talk |
Artichokes with Butter and Garlic
Bring a pot of water to a full boil over high heat. While water is heating, trim and discard the stems and tough outer leaves of artichokes. Tuck slivers of butter and slices of garlic into artichoke leaves. When water is boiling, place steamer ... [... more]
All Recipes AU |
Bulbs in Pots
Hands up who loves flowering bulbs in a pot. Of course the answer is just about everyone. Well don't wait until spring and realise that it has all been too little, too late. Now is the time to do it if you want fragrant blooms and loads of ... [... more]
Garden Gurus |
Fiddler Beetles
Adult beetles emerge from soil in early summer and feed on the nectar of flowers. These beetles emerged from cocoons found in a pot of daffodils in Randwick. Other locations around Sydney where Fiddler Beetles have been recently found include ... [... more]
Australian Museum |
