Creative Junction Magazine September | Page 35

PAGE 37 HOME & LIVING CREATIVE JUNCTION Cheesy Kumara Slices Topped with Bacon This is a fabulous alternative to sandwiches which can be made in the morning before school. Vary the topping ideas with other ingredients like olives, capers, sundried tomatoes or cooked chicken. They can also make a perfect breakfast too! MAKES: APPROX (DEPENDING ON KUMARA SIZES) PREP TIME: 10 MINS COOK TIME: 2-5 MINS 10 SLICES INGREDIENTS 1-2 medium sized kumara 2 slices bacon, finely chopped ½ c grated cheese METHOD Preheat oven to grill on high. Line a baking tray with baking paper. Cut off the ends of the kumara and scrub clean. Slice kumara into about ½ cm thick pieces lengthwise and cook in a toaster or sandwich press until brown and cooked through – you will need to cook it 3 or 4 times in the toaster. Cook bacon in a small pan until lightly crispy or grill in oven on a tray. Banana, Peanut Butter Chocolate Quesadillas and These sweet quesadillas are a delicious quick dessert which everyone loves. You can easily vary the filling ingredients – and they’re a great camping dessert too! SERVES: 6 PREP TIME: 10 MINS COOK TIME: 5 MINS INGREDIENTS 6 wholemeal wraps Peanut butter 2 bananas, thinly sliced Dark chocolate drops (recommended sugar-free) Once kumara and bacon are cooked, place onto the lined baking tray, top with bacon and grated cheese. Grill until cheese is melted and lightly browned. METHOD Allow to cool before placing in the kids’ lunchboxes. Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Spread peanut butter over one half of each wrap, place some sliced banana on top and sprinkle a few chocolate drops over to finish off with. Top Tip: You can vary the toppings to suit your taste Fold each wrap in half, cook batches in the fry pan for 1-2 minutes each side, until golden and chocolate is slightly melted. Serve immediately. buds. Other options are sundried tomatoes, olives, capers, feta cheese, cooked meat or herbs. Heat a fry pan over a medium to low heat. Top Tip: If using GF wraps, heat them slightly before adding the ingredients, as it will make them easier to fold.