This one came about the same way most good desserts do. Leftover bread or Croissants A cold morning. Something sweet without going over the top. Apple Pie Pop Dust was sitting there, so I used it properly. This is a baked French toast that eats like dessert but works just as well for brunch. Soft through the middle, golden on top, with warm apple spice running all the way through. The Pop Dust does the heavy lifting here. It brings that apple pie flavour without needing stewed apples or extra...

S weet, tangy, with a bit of spice and depth. Think sticky, subtle citrus, and those warm festive flavours that just work with roast poultry or the Christmas ham. This glaze gives you that festive flavour without overcomplicating things.  What you need ½ cup orange juice (fresh is best) Zest of 1 orange ¼ cup honey 2 tbsp brown sugar 2 tbsp Dijon or seeded mustard 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar 1 tbsp butter 1 tsp Smokey Joe’s Apple Pie Seasoning  1 tsp Smokey Joe's Festive Seasoning Pinch of...

There are days when a whole roast chook feels like it’s going to take too long, so I go straight for a spatchcock. It cooks quicker, stays juicy and gives you plenty of crisp skin. My Garlic Butter Seasoning works well here because it melts into the chicken as it roasts and gives you that buttery, savoury finish without fussing around. This is the kind of mid-week dinner I’ll throw together when the fridge is looking bare. Bit of butter under the skin, seasoning on top, and into a hot oven....