Classic Tarragon Chicken
Tarragon is a versatile and highly aromatic herb that has an intense flavour that is a unique and subtle mix of sweet aniseed with some citrus notes. French tarragon is the preferred variety for its superior and more delicate flavour. In France it is regarded as the “King of Herbs” and is widely used in the kitchen for cooking, sauces, beverages, and more. In this … Continue reading Classic Tarragon Chicken
What to Plant in January
The following is a list of vegetables and herbs that you can plant in January in Sydney, a temperate zone. Just click on the name for the growing guide for each vegetable or herb: Plant of the Month – Backhousia Citriodora (Lemon Myrtle) Backhousia Citriodora , or the Lemon Myrtle, is a compact, evergreen tree endemic to the subtropical rainforests of central and south-eastern Queensland, … Continue reading What to Plant in January
Happy New Year 2024
A Happy New Year to all followers, gardeners and visitors to The Grantham Gardener. I wish you good health, prosperity, and peace. May your garden bloom and be bountiful and may your table be always full with many friends around it to share the laughter! With joy and optimism, we look to the year ahead. Happy 2024 from Annaofgreengables Continue reading Happy New Year 2024
Pork, Apple and Leek Parcel Pies
The pork roast was perfect for Christmas day but there was some left over. This recipe used that pork to make pork, apple and leek parcel pies. Just 250 g of delicious leftover roast pork can be transformed into amazing parcel pies. The ingredients in this recipe can make 8 generous pies. These pies are like a parcel, gathered up around the filling and baked … Continue reading Pork, Apple and Leek Parcel Pies
Merry Christmas
It is Christmas day and on this side of the world, in beautiful Sydney, we are celebrating! To all who read this: gardeners, those who love to cook, followers and visitors, I wish you all a peaceful and happy Christmas. Annaofgreengables. Continue reading Merry Christmas
What to Plant in December
Today is the first day of summer and this is the first planting guide of the season.The following is a list of vegetables and herbs you can plant in December in Sydney, a temperate zone. Just click on the name for the growing guide for each vegetable or herb: Plant of the Month – The Amazing Flowers of the Carrot The humble carrot has so … Continue reading What to Plant in December
What to Plant in November
The following is a list of vegetables and herbs you can plant in November in Sydney, a temperate zone. Just click on the name for the growing guide for each vegetable or herb: Plant of the Month- Arthropodium cirratum-(rengarenga or the New Zealand Rock Lily ) The beautiful Arthropodium cirrata known as rengarenga by the Maori in its native New Zealand, also known as the … Continue reading What to Plant in November
Mel’s One Bowl Brownie Slice
This delicious brownie slice is so quick and easy to make and even quicker to devour wherever its served. It is a luscious and fudgey blend of dark chocolate, coconut, brown sugar, butter and sweetened condensed milk. All are ingredients that are usually at hand in your pantry. So, whenever you need a wonderful dessert or something scrumptious for afternoon tea, this is the slice … Continue reading Mel’s One Bowl Brownie Slice
What to Plant in October
The following is a list of vegetables and herbs you can plant in October in Sydney, a temperate zone. Just click on the name for the growing guide for each vegetable or herb: Plant of the Month – Grevillea – ( ‘Lady O ‘) Grevillea ‘Lady O’ is a popular and hardy perennial native shrub in the Proteacea family. It is a hybrid developed from … Continue reading What to Plant in October
Joe’s Quick and Easy Kefir Bread
In a previous post, we have shown you how to make Kefir soda bread. Joe has since refined the process to make it even easier and quicker and shares his method with us. Whether you make your own Kefir milk or buy it from the store you can use wholemeal flour (or Strong Plain flour) and a little Bi-carb Soda and salt to make a … Continue reading Joe’s Quick and Easy Kefir Bread
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