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Chocolate Coconut Milk
When I came across smoothie on Tik Tok having made the coconut milk, I was inspired as there wasn’t a chocolate version. I made my own and it turned out so delicious. You can add normal sugar, honey or any other sweetener to your own preferences. To make the coconut milk you will need: 1 […]
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Chilli Con Carne
This recipe is probably one of my families favourites. We learned to love chillies and everything that is warm and comforting food in the cold winter, and rainy months. I tweaked it to the way we enjoy it and with more mexican added beans it tastes even more fabulous. Ingredients: 1 tbsp vegetable oil500g minced […]
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Hazella Chocolate Mousse
The new Whittaker’s Hazella Chocolate is devine. It’s a creamy hazelnut truffle filling with decadent chocolate covering. For my inspiration I decided to make some chocolate mousse. In 2 glass bowls seperate 6 eggs. The egg yolks and egg whites in 2 seperate glass bowls. Using an electric hand mixer, whip up the egg whites […]
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The Plant Barn Café – Takanini
Me and my husband visited the plant barn café a few months ago on a lunch date out. The food was lovely and it was lovely sitting outside and hearing the birds churping while we were spending some quality time together.
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As Mom’s we experience big transitions too – The Big Leaps our Children Experience – Become Our Big Leaps Too
You know that day that changed your life forever, that day when you held your newborn baby in your arms for the very first time. You know that how you felt, being anxious, nervous, excited, overflowing joy and all in one. How you went from being a women and only two people in your household […]
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Father’s Day Cupcakes
Me and the girls made these fathers day cupcakes. They had so much fun decorating and baking with me.
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Mini Chicken Cordon Blue Bites
I love chicken and cheese and with bacon it’s even more delicious. Just take about 300g of skinned and deboned chicken breast and cut up into strips. Take about 300g of streaky bacon and have at least 10 to 15 small pieces of cheese strips. Start by wrapping the chicken around a piece of cheese […]
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Frozen Elsa Cupcakes
Our Daughter’s 4th birthday theme was Elsa from Frozen everything. She had so much fun and love eating all the snowflakes off the cupcakes. I had so much fun baking and decorating it and learned so much in the process too, using the russian tips for the very first time. These are how my cupcakes […]
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Stock Ice Cubes
Whats better than saving on those dollars than using the vegetables, stock juice and leftover meat from your roasts or any stew? Getting your own stock cubes out of it. It’s not only a money saver, it’s also versatile as you can use any veggies with the flavour juice left. It’s a big money saver […]
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Home Made Cashew Milk (Sweetened – Optional)
Good morning, sorry that I have been missing in action this past week, alot have been going on and my health is not good lately. I will do my best to post all the recipes I have lined up. Sorry for the delay. This morning in NZ time, I bring you cashew milk, you can […]
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Pik ‘n Mix
Thank you@piknmixnz For the quick delivery and packed perfectly for Claire’s 4th Birthday coming up, for her party at Kindy and at home. They are based in our hometown, Pukekohe & have so much variety and the prices is very affordable. It’s wonderful to support a small business and a local business. Support LOCAL. You […]
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The Stay at Home Mom – The Elephant in the Room Nobody Talks About
Stay at home mom (SAHM) or work from home in my case.. depression….The elephant in the room nobody talks about. I mean, how DARE you complain after being gifted this opportunity to stay at home and raise YOUR own kids, but it’s not that simple. Of course we SAHM’s are being grateful to stay home […]
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The Cheesecake Shop
Have become one of my favourite shops to shop for cakes to cheesecakes and everything in between. They have the most delicious rainbow coloured birthday 🎂 cake 🥳, decorated with swiss meringue buttercream and sprinkles. You can add your own custom message too. May I just say that their cheesecake is one of the best […]
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Banana Pancakes (The South African Version is called Flapjacks)
These banana fritters are so yum. Me and my husband made it a few years ago and I came across our recipe on Facebook on my memories. That instantly took me back and we are making it soon for our kids too. Ingredients: 3 Bananas Mashed1 Cup Flour2 Eggs5ml Baking Powder5ml Vanilla Essence Method:Mash the […]
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Dairy Free Melkkos – Cocoa Powder is Optional to give it a Chocolate Taste
I decided to change the milk of the melkkos to dairy free, almond milk or any other milk you prefer. Our toddler actually enjoyed it so much that she ate with me. In a mixing bowl add in 50g of butter into 250ml of flour, 5ml baking powder and a dash of salt. The flour […]
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The Mental Load
As mom’s we have so much to carry, that sometimes we forget to take care of ourselves too. We carry this mental load that no one really sees, the emotional baggage of all our loved ones. The wiping away of tears and always being their for everyone and always needed. We cry behind closed doors, […]
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The No Fuss – 3 Ingredient (Dairy Free, Egg Free, Gluten Free & Keto Friendly) Chocolate Mousse
I accidentally made this mousse while playing around with coconut cream. It came out perfect and surprisingly creamy. It was sooo good our toddler finished it all. Surprisingly our kids love dairy free too on occasion and our almost 3 year old will drink almond milk with me. She loves almond milk. Best of all […]
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Cafè Bagel
@cafebagelnz you were so good today! The perfect day to have some bagel breakfast and a moccacino. Before the rush of doing groceries to fill my tummy. It was so lovely to spend some quality time with one of my closest friends in Pukekohe, and have delicious bagel breakfast. Do yourself a favour, go treat […]
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Covid19 & The Aftermath
If you haven’t heard from me in a while, it’s because me and my whole family have been struck down by Covid19. How we got it, I don’t know, we all had fevers of 39 degrees celsius and over. The body aches to the most unexplainable headache soon catched up with us. For 3 days […]
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Pumpkin Churro’s
We all love churro’s right, well I would guess most of us, I know I do. I thought of revamping, redesign pumpkin fritters and turning it into churro’s. My husband couldn’t stopped eating them. It’s super crispy and soft and sweet on the inside. Both our kids couldn’t wait for it, and ate up all […]
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The Best Bubbly Thick Pancakes (as good as Mc D’s if not better!)
We all have our go to favourite pancake recipe. But then there are the ones that are so good that not sharing it would be an offence. This recipe is one of those ones that needs some sharing. Best thing is, that it is delicious, bubbly and thick. It tastes better than the Mc D’s […]
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Flu Season & Parenting
We have avoided totally skipped Covid19 which I am truly grateful for. After New Zealand began opening up, all the bugs that were there in lockdown, magnified and got more when we don’t have any lockdowns. The winter bug this year is viscous, the bugs going around at kindy’s is no exception. It’s hard to […]
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Cinnamon Flavoured French Toast
I made this recently for our two kiddies and in the end only I end up eating it, it was so good and yum. In a bowl add in 4 eggs, 125ml of milk and mix well till well incorporated. Add in 1 tbs of cinnamon powder, 1 tbs of caster sugar and 1tbs of […]
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Ginger Indian Restuarant & Takeaway
We have eaten here since we arrived in Pukekohe. Our favourite is the lamb cutlets that is dipped in red curry sauce. They make the best curry in town. Their lamb curry is exceptional and their service is great. They are very friendly and helpful and we love the naan bread too.
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Vodka Filled Gummy Bears
Are you planning your next party or get together, and want the guests to snack on something while you having a relaxing time. Then this is it. My friend told me about this and I had to try making them for myself. It’s really easy and the guest will love it too. You will need: […]
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Chocolate Mousse Tiramisu
Chocolate Mousse is Simply my Favourite Dessert. Combine that with Tiramisu and you have dessert heaven. The Recipe will be up shortly on my blog, it needs to be set overnight in tbe fridge so that it can set. The Perfect Dessert for Oxtail Potjie or any dish. I thought of combining the two and […]
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The Best Fried Chicken
We all love a fried chicken, dipped in some barbecue sauce or tomato sauce or even something with a little spice. My husband made this fried chicken strips, from a recipe that he got from Facebook. After so many trials and tribulations, we finally made the perfect fried chicken. They are super crunchy and soft […]
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Charleston’s
Anniversary 💐 Dinner Celebrations 🥂 We sat at table 65. The beginning of the evening I didn’t even notice it, until later. We sat in a booth and had the best spot by the bar and close to the kitchen. They only had 2 tables available when we got there. They got really busy and […]
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Coconut Crunchies
Running out of oats and having to use the original recipe that is already on my blog and adding more coconut. It came out delicious and super crunchy and sweet. A great snack or lunch box snack that is healthy too. Ingredients:2 Cups of Flour3 Cups of Desiccated Coconut1 Cups of Oats1 Cup of Soft […]
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Churro’s
Since arriving here in New Zealand more than 4 years ago, I discovered churro’s and I absolutely love it! It’s crunchy but also soft in the inside. Covered in Cinnamon Sugar or Dipped in some chocolate hazelnut sauce or Drizzled with sauce on top. It makes for a yummy snack or a dish by itself, […]
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Gluten Free Buttermilk Rusks
Turning the normal recipe which is not made with gf flour into a gluten free recipe. I had so much fun making it again after so many years of not making it. It turned out delicious. You can add more buttermilk and more sugar to your own preference. The source of this recipe is unknown […]
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Flavourful Beef & Onion Dumplings
This recipe happened by accident. I would call it a good accident, cause we made the most flavourful, delicious dumpling in one bite. I was trying to make a gluten free dumpling dough, and it completely flopped. My husband told me about the already easy to use dumpling dough that is available in our supermarkets. […]
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Coca-Cola Marshmallow Chocolate Cake
I made this wonderful cake 7 years ago. It took me 7 years to finally found this recipe that I’ve been looking for that felt like forever. One of my friends love this cake. I was so happy when I found it. Turned out I emailed the screenshots of the recipe to someone when I […]
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Honey Glazed Bacon Biltong
Before we left South Africa to immigrate to New Zealand, honey glazed bacon biltong I just began to taste. It was so delicious and arriving here more than 4 years ago, have not left my memory. In fact it’s as if the smell and taste in my memory. Thankz to my very good friend who […]
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5 Veggies & 1 Protein Dinner Bowl. Keto Friendly, Gluten Free & Dairy Free
My wonderful husband love to come up with new dishes. Since starting eating more healthy in our household, he have embraced the change. He is actually coming up with his own dishes and that is making me so excited. You can add your own gluten free carbs. You can even add more vegetables and use […]
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Beetroot Cupcakes – Gluten Free, Dairy Free & Keto Friendly – with Frosting to your own Preference
Inspired by going gluten free, dairy free and keto friendly. Found a recipe online, and used the ingredients and converted it all to make it more health friendly. This recipe was my inspiration and it came out delicious. Ingredients:3 and 3/4 Cup Gluten Free Flour1/2 Cup Vegan Dairy Free Buttermilk100g Unsalted Butter25ml Vanilla Essence2 Eggs1 […]
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Sausage & Veggie Pizza – Keto friendly.
You can use sausage as your main ingredient for the meat. Then you can add any vegetables to your preferences. Serve and enjoy!
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Les Batkin Reserve
This beautiful reserve is located next to the Waikato River. It is only a few minutes drive from where we live and it is picturesque beautiful. There are lots of tables and chairs. A interactive play area for the kids as well as a big open field of grass as well as if you’d like […]
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Samuel Miller Reserve
This park became one of our favourites. There is so much to do for the kids. Including a big slide they can go down on. Lots of grass to play on as well as lots a playhouse, a small slide, swings and tables and chairs. Perfect for a meet up or picnic.
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Breakfast Pancakes / Flapjacks – Dairy Free, Sugar Free & Keto Friendly
Ever wanted to make flapjacks or pancakes that is delicious and sugar free and guilt free then I got the recipe for you. Ingredients:1 and 1/2 Cups Gluten Free Flour1 and 1/2 Cups Almond Milk / other dairy free milk2 Eggs1 and 1/2 Tsp Baking PowderPinch of Salt40ml Sweetner / Sugar alternative15ml Vanilla Essence Method:Add […]
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Dear Moms
You come in all shapes and sizesYou are dog momsYou are single momsYou are moms to other people’s kidsYou are heartbroken over the babies you have lostYou’ve got babies in heaven and still you carry so muchYou have the whole world on your shouldersYou carry everyone and have the whole weight of the family on […]
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Caramel Mint Tart – Made with Coconut Cream & Coconut Caramel Sauce with Biscuit and Butter Base and Aero Mint Chocolate & Dark Chocolate Sprinkles
Starting this new recipe, I wanted to use coconut cream instead of dairy cream. I didn’t find coconut caramel sauce, so I made my own which you will find in my previous blog post. I will add the link as well, so that you can make it yourself. I end up using a whole slab […]
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Coconut Caramel Sauce – The Crock Pot / Pressure Cooker Method – Keto Friendly, Gluten Free & Dairy Free
It’s quite interesting when you trying to find coconut caramel sauce, and only find coconut condensed milk. The easiest recipe. Not necessary to add any more sugars. Anyone can make this. I wanted to have coconut caramel sauce, for one of my recipes or dishes I wanted to make (will follow in the next post). […]
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Chocolate Cupcakes – Keto Friendly, Gluten Free & Dairy Free
Since I started my journey to eating more healthy. Cutting out gluten, dairy and sugar mostly. Going on the Keto lifestyle, eating plan. I have noticed how not alot of recipes there is for keto and gluten free. It’s so hard to find and with my knowledge already in baking, I used it to make […]
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Hot Cross Buns
Last year when trying to make hot cross buns, I epically failed. This year, surprisingly I got it right the second time. It was fluffy, crunchy and melt in the mouth. My own photos, I’ll post the link of the recipe here: Hot Cross Buns Recipe
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How to make your own Biltong/Cured Meat as known around the world
Growing up in the sunny, beautiful country called South-Africa, I wouldn’t take a second guess as how it is made. It was always available, at every shop and even big biltong shops. At every street corner. Arriving on New Zealand shores more than 4 years ago, something that we took for granted so easily, learning […]
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Kaos Café
This café is the little gem in our town. Its buzzing with clinging of glasses and footsteps, the music playing over the speakers that make you feel right at home. With friendly staff to accomadate you and service that is top notch, I would recommend them highly. Their food is also scrumptious and delicious in […]
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Carmalised Bacon & Mince Pizza Topped with Mozarella Cheese and Capsicum – Also Keto Friendly
My husband makes the best pizza toppings. He just fried some mince and bacon together and added a dash of sugar. Fried an onion and capsicum and put it with the mince and bacon. You can use normal already made dough and Keto pizza dough bases. Spread with some tomato sauce or barbeque sauce or […]
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Birthday Celebrations in Keri Keri
A few weeks ago, we drove to Keri Keri to celebrate my friends birthday. Our friendship is so special to me. We celebrated with lots of shared platters and I got to know her friends to. What lovely ladies. It was a short getaway, but a good one. We are planning our next trip to […]
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Three Bean Salad by Connor & Jamie
This three bean salad was made by our good friends Jamie and Connor. It’s the most easiest recipe anddelicious too. Ingredients 2 cans mixed beans 1 can butter beans 1 can French cut green beans 1 green pepper – cored and cut finely 1 red onion – peeled and cut finely 125 ml brown vinegar […]
Kristie's Pantry
Where my husband and I share our love for cooking and baking. Exploring New Zealand and everything in between.
Kristie
A self taught homecook and baker. South African born and raised. Currently living in New Zealand. Me and my husband cook together and enjoy the family orientated life that New Zealand has to offer. On my blog you will find recipes, to feel good reads and everything in between. I hope you enjoy this journey with us. Happy cooking, baking, exploring & reading with us!
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