tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2883928302056919272Wed, 06 Nov 2024 02:57:45 +0000life and livinggardenbakingfruitbreakfastdessertlinksmeatpreservesdiary-freegluten freegreen livingpizzavegetariangrowing, creating, eating, drinking, exploring and enjoying delicious things...http://thegoodnessofcreating.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (Unknown)Blogger24125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2883928302056919272.post-5278507917740973634Thu, 16 Apr 2009 04:08:00 +00002009-04-16T17:08:57.288+12:00bakingMake no mistake - this chocolate cake is for grown ups only! I may look harmless enough, but an innocent chocolate exterior hides a batter laced with chilli and cinnamon. Cover in chocolate ganache and you've got my kind of cake. If you've never encountered the combination of chilli and chocolate before, you must try it. They do the most amazing chill hot chocolate at The Chocolate Boutique in http://thegoodnessofcreating.blogspot.com/2009/04/mexican-chocolate-cake.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2883928302056919272.post-9131042869289305198Fri, 06 Mar 2009 04:42:00 +00002009-03-07T08:54:54.328+13:00gardensad sign of autumn: dead tomato plant joyful sign of autumn: feijoa ripening on treebut signs of summer still remain: roma tomatoesjingle bells mini capsicums ripeningoregano, mrs burns lemon & red rubin basilgreen sausage tomatoesmesculnan end of summer harvest: assorted tomatoes, chillis and mini capsicumsNow...What to plant for winter?http://thegoodnessofcreating.blogspot.com/2009/03/end-of-summer-garden-update.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2883928302056919272.post-7162732931871279476Fri, 13 Feb 2009 19:59:00 +00002009-02-14T10:10:11.938+13:00linksIf you're going to celebrate Valentine's Day, you've got to do it right. A home-cooked meal is far more romantic that sharing a restaurant dining room with a multitude of other couples - some of which probably aren't even talking to each other! Diets go out the door, as decadent cholesterol-laden treats are the order of the day.To be honest, I haven't decided what we will be dining on tonight, http://thegoodnessofcreating.blogspot.com/2009/02/swoon-worthy-food-for-valentines-day.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2883928302056919272.post-8664688570976621828Fri, 13 Feb 2009 19:28:00 +00002009-02-14T10:10:38.642+13:00linksWe all know that Valentine's Day over-commercialised and corny anyway, so why not add a bit of vintage corniness to it. The corniness somehow seems more acceptable in that era? Head over to Vintage Holiday Crafts and check out their free vintage kids Valentine's Day cards. You can download and print them for free. My man's going to be getting the popcorny one I think!http://thegoodnessofcreating.blogspot.com/2009/02/vintage-valentines-day-cards.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2883928302056919272.post-1738229051181683986Thu, 12 Feb 2009 02:45:00 +00002009-02-12T16:38:05.417+13:00gardenlife and livingWelcome to the newly pimped goodness of creating! I'm quite stoked with my novice blogging and html efforts. There are still a couple of random Spanish words around the place that I'm trying to figure out how to get rid of (like "Comentario"). Any advice would be appreciated!With a new look also comes a new resolution to post more often, and try and actually post some recipes to go under the new http://thegoodnessofcreating.blogspot.com/2009/02/pimp-my-blogsummer-garden-update.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2883928302056919272.post-4614281484930262707Tue, 13 Jan 2009 20:00:00 +00002009-02-11T12:46:24.441+13:00gardenThese are the first black krim and dynamo tomatoes from our garden this summer...http://thegoodnessofcreating.blogspot.com/2009/01/tomato-delight.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2883928302056919272.post-4441469026763641764Tue, 13 Jan 2009 01:07:00 +00002009-02-11T13:23:37.879+13:00gluten freemeatSince entering the blogosphere, I have not only discovered an array of delicious food blogs (which I spend way too much time looking at) but I have also been introduced to new ingredients.Heidi's recipes at 101 Cookbooks display the variety of whole foods that are out there, and make them seem less scary to novices like me. One such ingredient she introduced me to was quinoa (said "keen wa"). http://thegoodnessofcreating.blogspot.com/2008/01/discovering-quinoa-and-broccolini.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2883928302056919272.post-2142230830450410822Thu, 20 Nov 2008 20:31:00 +00002009-02-11T13:24:24.230+13:00gardenWe were having friends over for dinner, so we decided to show off a bit by serving them new potatoes from our own garden. The varieties are jersey benne and urenika (purple ones). I thought I had already pulled out the whole urenika plant, I was quite surprised when these babies turned up among the jersey bennes. We ate them pure - boiled with butter. We were so proud.http://thegoodnessofcreating.blogspot.com/2008/11/homegrown-new-potatoes.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2883928302056919272.post-4146344350640106010Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:57:00 +00002009-02-11T15:23:40.150+13:00breakfastdessertfruitWho knew that pancakes could be made with apples? What a brilliant idea - talk about a yum way to get your five plus a day! When I saw them over at Smitten Kitchen, I just knew I had to have them. They have been on my mind ever since (kinda weird and obsessive I know). So when I finally got a night off exam study, I didn't hesitate to whip up a batch. And eat them. Yum!Apple Pancakes2 eggs1 1/2 http://thegoodnessofcreating.blogspot.com/2008/11/apple-pancakes.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2883928302056919272.post-4408141405354393523Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:45:00 +00002009-02-11T13:25:54.586+13:00life and livingSigns of life on the plum tree.http://thegoodnessofcreating.blogspot.com/2008/11/spring-in-auckland.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2883928302056919272.post-999149195000108570Tue, 02 Sep 2008 05:42:00 +00002009-02-11T13:27:22.009+13:00bakingdessertI made these delicious blondies for an event I organised at my church - a screening of the movie Black Gold about the coffee trade, and a discussion about Fair Trade and what we action we can take. These blondies, along with the brownies I also made, received lots of positive comments on the night so I decided the recipe was worth sharing. They are really yummy and the orange zest really gives http://thegoodnessofcreating.blogspot.com/2008/09/white-chocolate-and-orange-blondies.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2883928302056919272.post-3810771181819843575Sat, 26 Jul 2008 09:50:00 +00002009-02-11T13:29:03.233+13:00pizzaLately I've found that I'm becoming increasingly domesticated in the kitchen, much to the delight of my husband. In a day where we can buy anything ready-made that our hearts desire, I strangely feel compelled to rebel and master the art of making things from scratch. When I came across a recipe for a no-knead pizza base, I knew I had found my first challenge. I'm not into kneading so much, so http://thegoodnessofcreating.blogspot.com/2008/07/no-knead-wholemeal-pizza-base.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2883928302056919272.post-135103197049279149Wed, 02 Jul 2008 22:37:00 +00002009-02-11T13:29:45.981+13:00bakingI'm in a season of baking at the moment, mainly because I'm on holiday and am allowed to spend time doing such things. I've been looking ways to use up a bottle of Bailey's Mint Chocolate Irish Creme we got given for a wedding present (apart from the obvious drinking it!), and adapted this recipe from a Baking Bites recipe for Bailey's mint chocolate chip cupcakes.If you use this recipe for http://thegoodnessofcreating.blogspot.com/2008/07/baileys-mint-chocolate-cake.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2883928302056919272.post-3901088402606682164Wed, 02 Jul 2008 02:48:00 +00002009-02-11T13:35:16.338+13:00bakingdiary-freemeatWe had a friend around for dinner who can't eat dairy. The meal I made got rave reviews, so I thought I would share the recipes. I can't take full credit, as I followed the recipes pretty much exactly. For the main meal I made Braised Chicken with Prunes from the Healthy Food Guide cookbook. The link will take you to the full recipe on their website. All of their recipes are great actually. http://thegoodnessofcreating.blogspot.com/2008/07/dairy-free-dinner.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2883928302056919272.post-8804078368468061742Sun, 08 Jun 2008 02:39:00 +00002009-02-11T13:36:38.822+13:00gardenvegetarianGo to any cafe and you will notice that rocket (or arugula in the USA) is quite the "in vogue" salad green at the moment. It has a strong peppery taste that makes it a nice change from plain lettuce, and what's more, it is super easy to grow yourself. I sowed a packet of organic rocket seeds this afternoon in a long trough. You can use any container, even a bucket or ice-cream container with a http://thegoodnessofcreating.blogspot.com/2008/06/on-rocket-and-what-to-do-with-it.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2883928302056919272.post-4304911480272704046Sun, 01 Jun 2008 22:09:00 +00002009-02-11T13:37:34.495+13:00life and livingThese silicone heart shaped cupcake cases are my new favourite thing. I've made cupcakes in them a few times now. Funny how I seem to do more baking when I'm supposed to be doing other things, like assignments. What can I say, I'm a procrastinator and I'm good at it! These cases sit on a baking tray to cook the cupcakes, and the cupcakes slip out so easily for eating. Then you wash the case, and http://thegoodnessofcreating.blogspot.com/2008/06/i-heart-cupcakes.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2883928302056919272.post-3610089230153339664Sun, 18 May 2008 23:17:00 +00002009-02-11T13:38:03.070+13:00life and livingReally the only purpose of this post is to brag about the box of goodies my Mum sent us this week. She had told me she was sending up a gardening magazine, but somehow that turned into a big box of yummy stuff! Mum went to the Nelson market and gathered up a bunch of local products for us, as well as some cute cupcake stuff! I can't wait until I have time to do some baking. Andy's the jar police,http://thegoodnessofcreating.blogspot.com/2008/05/mums-are-best.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2883928302056919272.post-5386056672869245728Mon, 12 May 2008 10:16:00 +00002009-02-11T13:39:37.220+13:00fruitgardenpreservesAnd the lemon obsession continues...Most Moroccan dishes call for preserved lemons, so I decided to have a go at making some myself. I love lemons and Moroccan flavors so this sounds like my kinda food. Armed with half of the bag of lemons from the farmer's market yesterday, this was the result:Preserved LemonsThe basic process is:1. Quarter the lemons and coat with salt.2. Put a layer of salt inhttp://thegoodnessofcreating.blogspot.com/2008/05/preserved-lemons-and-puny-carrots.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2883928302056919272.post-4371139213027356348Sun, 11 May 2008 09:30:00 +00002009-02-11T13:42:02.247+13:00green livinglife and livingWe went to the Auckland Farmer's Market today for the first time in ages. Now I remember why we used to go every week. The variety and quality of their produce is amazing compared to the supermarket. They have some pretty good deals too. Plus, they let you sample everything! It's definitely not more expensive, despite what some people think. It has an awesome community feel too, which is rare in http://thegoodnessofcreating.blogspot.com/2008/05/auckland-farmers-market.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2883928302056919272.post-1988534077728468858Wed, 07 May 2008 03:13:00 +00002009-02-11T13:43:24.344+13:00gardenBeing the end of autumn, my annual herbs are bursting out of their pots, so I couldn't resist having a bit of a show off. You've got to love the subtropical Auckland weather! My friend Rachael came over last week despairing that something was eating her basil and it seemed to be shrinking rather than growing. Needless to say, my overflowing pots weren't much of an encouragement to her! I'm http://thegoodnessofcreating.blogspot.com/2008/05/abundance-of-herbs-or-bit-of-show-off.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2883928302056919272.post-8520717413239568009Tue, 06 May 2008 00:02:00 +00002009-02-11T15:24:15.797+13:00breakfastfruitpreservesI wouldn't be at all surprised if my skin began to turn a shade of lemony yellow. About two weeks ago I made lemon curd and I've been permanently attached to it ever since! This stuff is so good and way better than the shop bought stuff. Let me share this obsession with you. Below is a typical snack for me at the moment: lemon curd on grainy toast, and of course a large cup of earl grey.This http://thegoodnessofcreating.blogspot.com/2008/05/lemony-obsession.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2883928302056919272.post-5251730210391533322Mon, 05 May 2008 03:01:00 +00002009-02-11T15:21:00.734+13:00life and livingbakingBailey's Mint Chocolate Cake Dairy-Free Chocolate CakeChocolate Marshmallow Frosting White Chocolate and Orange BlondiesbreakfastApple PancakesMicrowave Lemon Curddairy freeDairy-Free Chocolate CakePreserved LemonsdessertApple Pancakesfruit Apple PancakesMicrowave Lemon CurdPreserved Lemonsgluten freeItalian Inspired QuinoaMicrowave Lemon CurdPreserved LemonsmeatItalian Inspired http://thegoodnessofcreating.blogspot.com/2008/05/recipe-list.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2883928302056919272.post-2048587769724066191Mon, 05 May 2008 02:01:00 +00002009-02-11T14:59:01.637+13:00life and livingcooking sitesAll RecipesEpicuriousFoodloversFood & WineHealthy Food GuideJamie OliverRecipezaarTaste food blogs101 CookbooksBaking BitesBecks & PoshCannelle et VanilleChocolate & ZucchiniCream Puffs In VeniceCulinateHomeMadeSHomesick TexanLa Tartine GourmandeLottie + DoofMs. Adventures in ItalyNot Quite Nigellanz cupcake queenOrangetteSimply Recipessmitten kitchenSyrup http://thegoodnessofcreating.blogspot.com/2008/05/links.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2883928302056919272.post-2419734932259805730Sun, 04 May 2008 22:37:00 +00002009-02-11T13:49:47.251+13:00life and livingAnd so it begins. I'm feeling the pressure on this first post to make it sound exceptionally enthralling so you will all come back again once we get past the initial awkward meet and greet phase.I'm Rebecca from Auckland, New Zealand. Although, truth be known, I'm actually a Mainlander - Nelson is my first home.So why the goodness of creating?Over the past year or so I've developed an increasing http://thegoodnessofcreating.blogspot.com/2008/05/welcome-one-welcome-all.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)1