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"I can’t a fjord it": Inside one of the world’s most extreme restaurants

<p>One of the world's most extreme restaurants has gone viral and not only for its unique location and shape, but also its exclusive dining experience that's eerily similar to 2022 horror film <em>The Menu</em>.</p> <p>Restaurant Iris is located inside a giant silvery orb in Hardangerfjord, the second largest Fjord in Norway.</p> <p>The four-storey structure, called the Salmon Eye is inspired by - you guessed it - the shape of a fish eye, and it is quite a sight to behold. </p> <p>The Salmon Eye is covered in 9,000 steel plates to emulate fish scales, weighing a whopping 1,256 tonnes and an impressive diameter of 25 metres, with one sub-surface floor that boasts a panoramic view of the Fjord. </p> <p>The restaurant itself can only be accessed by an electric boat off the shore of Rosendal, as guests are treated to "an exclusive expedition dining-journey" which offers an 18-course meal and panoramic views. </p> <p>The 24-seat restaurant is run by Head Chef Anika Madsen, and prior to having their main meal, guests are taken to the chef's boathouse on the nearby island of Snilstveitoy, for a "welcoming snack". </p> <p>The menu is designed to showcase "the most local ingredients possible", which reflects Madsen's "commitment to sustainability" and her "<span style="font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;">passion for discovering new ingredients from the ocean". </span></p> <p>Mari Eriksmoen posted the viral video on TikTok which has racked up over eight million views. </p> <p>"This spectacular just opened in the middle of the Hardangerfjord in Norway," she started in the clip with a shot of the structure floating in the middle of the fjord. </p> <p>She described the experience of walking into the restaurant "like entering a spaceship," and was mesmerised by the "insane views". </p> <p>Once the evening kicks off, guests indulge in a multi-sensory experience where they were instructed to pick a "cracker" hanging from the ceiling after watching a "short movie about food waste". </p> <p>Another TikTok user compared it to the <span style="background-color: #ffffff; font-family: graphik, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; letter-spacing: -0.16px;">extraterrestrial spacecraft </span><span style="background-color: #ffffff; font-family: graphik, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; letter-spacing: -0.16px;">from the 2016 sci-fi film <em>Arrival</em>.</span></p> <p>However many other users compared the dining experience to 2022 horror film <em>The Menu</em>, where a group of guests eat at an exclusive restaurant on a remote island and face dire consequences. </p> <p>"Did we learn nothing from The Menu?" commented one user with the crying face emoji. </p> <p>"I know how this movie ends," wrote another user. </p> <p>"I can’t a fjord it," joked a third. </p> <p>The dining experience aims to "blend gastronomy and activism on a global scale" as they hope to raise awareness on the the challenges and threats to the global food system. </p> <p>"The menu at Iris reads like a story, " a statement said. </p> <p>"A story about the challenges and threats to the global food system, but also with ideas and suggestions for future innovations, that can help bring us closer to solving them." </p> <p>The tasting menu itself is priced at 3,200 Norwegian Krone ($316) with an optional wine pairing for 2,500 Norwegian Krone ($247). </p> <p>For those who want to visit the Salmon Eye, but don't want to dine in, they can buy a ticket for a  two-hour "learning experience" at the centre priced at 349 Norwegian Krone ($34). </p> <p><em>Images: Salmon Eye Website/ Instagram, TikTok</em></p> <p> </p>

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How healthy are your dishwasher habits?

<p>Are you one of those people guilty of cramming as much as possible into the dishwasher or perhaps you don’t rinse the scraps off your plates before loading them in? Either way, both of these habits can mean that a wash cycle is a waste of time, water and power. </p> <p>To ensure that you don’t have two-day-old muesli stuck on your bowls post-wash, we’ve compiled four top tips for maximising your dishwasher’s cleaning powers.</p> <p><strong>Rinse off</strong><br />Rinsing off any crumbs, scraps, sauces and so on not only makes it much easier for your dishwasher to run properly, but it also promotes a healthy environment. For example, if you don’t put your dishwasher on everyday and you don’t rinse then you are leaving food to fester for days. </p> <p><strong>Stack right</strong><br />But neatly stacking or arranging the things that go into your dishwasher you will reep a few benefits. The most simple of these is that you will be able to fit more in (without overcrowding) if you stack things cautiously. For instance if bowl and plates are all facing the same way, they stack more efficiently. Secondly if you arrange things well in your dishwashing it will allow the waters and cleaner to get to every surface of every item in your dishwasher. </p> <p>Usually, large bowls and plates go on the bottom facing inwards, with saucepans and large pans stacked around the edges of them, glasses and small bowls go up top, as do long utensils. Knives face downward in the cutlery holder.</p> <p>Remember though, not everything should go in the dishwasher. For instance, some things like good knives and metal utensils such as pewter are not dishwasher safe or can become damaged by being put through a wash and are better suited to being hand washed.</p> <p><strong>Don’t overcrowd</strong><br />We’ve all been there before – after cooking up a big meal for the family all of the plates, pots and pans simply won’t fit in the dishwasher well. So you end up packing it all in. Don’t do it. It’s simply not worth it and it will NOT wash properly. It’s better to either hand wash some or put two loads on. </p> <p><strong>Dishwasher TLC</strong><br />Every now and then you should clean out your dishwasher – especially the seals. You may find bits if grime you can wipe away or every strewn cutlery or that Tupperware lid you’ve been searching high low for. A little bit of TLC every once in a while will ensure your dishwasher cleans more effectively and it may even make it last for longer. </p> <p>Some people suggest using a cup of vinegar in an empty dishwasher and to run a cycle to get rid of lime and soap build up. In any case before cleaning, consult your instruction manual to see it comes with any cleaning tips. If you’ve misplaced your manual – check to see if it’s available online.</p> <p><em>Image credits: Getty Images</em></p>

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Three signs it's time to clean your dishwasher

<p dir="ltr">The dishwasher is often one of the hardest working appliances in the house. </p> <p dir="ltr">While it's regularly filled with hot water and detergent, you’d be forgiven for thinking it's a clean environment. </p> <p dir="ltr">However, with all the dirt and food waste that goes into a dishwasher, it’s important to keep it maintained so your dishes come out sparkling every time. </p> <p dir="ltr">Here’s three things to look out for that mean it’s time to clean your dishwasher. </p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Your dishes are coming out cloudy and dirty</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Food left on your dishes, or a white powdery substance is a tell-tale sign that it’s time to clean your dishwasher.</p> <p dir="ltr">It’s recommended that your dishwasher gets cleaned once a month to keep it in good condition. </p> <p dir="ltr">If you notice cloudy spots on your drinking glasses, the simplest solution is to place a bowl of vinegar on the top rack and run a cycle, which acts as a rinse aid to help combat hard water. </p> <p dir="ltr">It’s a good idea to check your manual before doing this, as some manufacturers advise against using vinegar in a dishwasher.  </p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>There’s a funny smell coming from your dishwasher</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">If you have a terrible smell from your dishwasher, the problem could be food particles getting caught in the filter. </p> <p dir="ltr">Check and clean your filter after each use to avoid nasty smells in your kitchen. </p> <p dir="ltr">Also, dishwasher cleaners that run through a cycle with no dishes in the racks can help clean food debris out of hard to reach places. </p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Water isn’t draining out of your dishwasher properly</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">If water is still pooling in the bottom of your dishwasher after running a cycle, or if you see water bubbling out of the sink, you might have a clog in the plumbing. </p> <p dir="ltr">If you clean the filter and check for obstructions and you are still finding pools of water,  it might be time to call an expert to look at your dishwasher.</p> <p dir="ltr"><em>Image credits: Getty Images</em></p>

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Mum’s clever hack helps dry your dishes in record time

<p dir="ltr">For many people, the ultimate kitchen pet peeve is when you open your dishwasher after its cycle has finished and while your dishes may be clean, they are still sopping wet. </p> <p dir="ltr">Rather than running the appliance through another drying cycle, one clever mum has discovered how to dry your dishes in five minutes flat. </p> <p dir="ltr">Known online for her cleaning hacks and recipes, Babs shared a video to her Instagram to share her savvy hack. </p> <p dir="ltr">"Has this ever happened to you? You're ready to unload the dishwasher, and guess what!? Everything is still wet," says Babs. </p> <p dir="ltr">"Don't hand dry - do this instead."</p> <blockquote class="instagram-media" style="background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/reel/ChwtuzFAwfP/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" data-instgrm-version="14"> <div style="padding: 16px;"> <div style="display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;"> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;"> </div> <div style="display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;"> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;"> </div> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;"> </div> </div> </div> <div style="padding: 19% 0;"> </div> <div style="display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;"> </div> <div style="padding-top: 8px;"> <div style="color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;">View this post on Instagram</div> </div> <div style="padding: 12.5% 0;"> </div> <div style="display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;"> <div> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);"> </div> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;"> </div> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);"> </div> </div> <div style="margin-left: 8px;"> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;"> </div> <div style="width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);"> </div> </div> <div style="margin-left: auto;"> <div style="width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);"> </div> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);"> </div> <div style="width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);"> </div> </div> </div> <div style="display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;"> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;"> </div> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;"> </div> </div> <p style="color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;"><a style="color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;" href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/ChwtuzFAwfP/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" target="_blank" rel="noopener">A post shared by Babs (@brunchwithbabs)</a></p> </div> </blockquote> <p dir="ltr">She explains, "Take a terry cloth dish towel, open the door, lay it right over. Just close the door. Wait five minutes. You'll have dry dishes."</p> <p dir="ltr">Many people thanked Babs for the great tip and confirmed that it really does work. </p> <p dir="ltr">“Have been doing it since I first saw it here,” said one commenter. </p> <p dir="ltr">Another added, "Such a great tip! Mine are never dry at the end of the cycle. I'm definitely going to try this.”</p> <p dir="ltr">Despite the praise for her handy tip, ohers cautioned Bab’s viewers with a warning. </p> <p dir="ltr">"It can/will compromise the dishwasher seal and locking mechanism, causing costly repairs or early replacement," someone warned.</p> <p dir="ltr"><em>Image credits: Getty Images</em><span id="docs-internal-guid-69a5709a-7fff-77c2-8eef-51cec4c3bca1"></span></p>

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From a series of recipes by Xali: Smoked Salmon, Spinach and Dill Omelette

<p dir="ltr">This colourful omelette will have everyone satisfied. Create a super thin egg mixture and add plenty of herbs and lots of greens. Spinach is rich in antioxidants and is also considered a ‘cooling food’, which helps to combat inflammation and ease hot flushes.</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Serves:</strong> 2</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Prep: </strong>10 mins</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Cook: </strong>10 mins</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Ingredients:</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Eggs - 4 whole</p> <p dir="ltr">Parsley, flat-leaf chopped - 2 tbsp</p> <p dir="ltr">Dill, fresh chopped + a few sprigs dill - 1 tbsp</p> <p dir="ltr">Pinch salt</p> <p dir="ltr">2 whole Cracked black pepper - 1/2 tsp</p> <p dir="ltr">Olive oil - 2 tsp</p> <p dir="ltr">Smoked salmon - 4 pieces</p> <p dir="ltr">Spinach, fresh - 1 cup</p> <p dir="ltr">Sugar snap peas trimmed - 1/2 cup</p> <p dir="ltr">Asparagus spears sliced in half lengthwise - 8 whole</p> <p dir="ltr">Silverbeet finely shredded - 1/2 cup</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Method:</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">1. Whisk eggs with parsley, chopped dill, salt and cracked black pepper.</p> <p dir="ltr">2. Heat oil in a medium sized skillet or omelette pan. Pour in egg mixture and cook over medium heat to set eggs for 4 minutes, then layer with smoked salmon and spinach.</p> <p dir="ltr">3. Fold omelette over carefully in the pan and continue to cook for a further 3 minutes until the salmon has cooked and spinach wilted.</p> <p dir="ltr">4. Meanwhile in a separate saucepan, steam or gently boil the sugar snap peas, asparagus spears and silverbeet for about 3 minutes, strain, pat dry and keep warm.</p> <p><span id="docs-internal-guid-b01d594e-7fff-1b6d-fe13-757ab6be22d6"></span></p> <p dir="ltr">5. Transfer to a serving plate, add some fresh dill to garnish and serve with steamed greens.</p> <p dir="ltr"><em>Image: Supplied</em></p>

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The most bizarre dishwasher hack you’ll ever see

<p>Dishwashers are arguable one of the most useful appliances in the home, let alone the kitchen.</p> <p>Thankfully, there are cleaning prodigies who have some of the most useful tips and the most recent one to go viral has left users in a head spin.</p> <p>Aussie mum<span> </span><a rel="noopener" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@carolina.mccauley/video/6968596608103533825?lang=en&amp;is_copy_url=1&amp;is_from_webapp=v1" target="_blank" title="Carolina Mccauley">Carolina Mccauley</a><span> </span>has shared her odd but crucial tip to get sparkling silverware – and it involves a ball of aluminium foil.</p> <p>She says all you need to do is a throw a ball of aluminium foil in with your cutlery before turning on the dishwasher.</p> <p>"This dishwasher hack will leave your silverware sparkling," she captioned the video on<span> </span><a rel="noopener" href="https://9now.nine.com.au/the-block/tiktok" target="_blank" title="TikTok">TikTok</a>.</p> <p><img style="width: 500px; height: 281.25px;" src="https://oversixtydev.blob.core.windows.net/media/7841619/aluminium-dishwasher-1.jpg" alt="" data-udi="umb://media/7349503acbde497b8ea9187fb2fcded0" /></p> <p>If you roll some tin foil into a ball and place in the cutlery holder of your dishwasher, your forks, spoons, and knives will come out sparkling like new.</p> <p>It's definitely an odd tip, but the results show it does make a difference.</p> <p>The video has been watched over 123,000 times so far.</p> <p>"Why does my brain think it's not okay to put aluminium foil inside appliances because of the microwave," one TikToker wrote.</p> <p>Another said, "What the scientific magic is this?"</p> <p>The magic behind the foil has been revealed, with<span> </span><a rel="noopener" href="https://www.dashingmaids.com/aluminum-foil-cleaning-hacks/" target="_blank" title="">Dashing Maids</a><span> </span>writing that the chemical reaction from the foil and a dishwasher tablet is what gives cutlery its incredible shine.</p>

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Why you NEED to put your fruit and veggies in the dishwasher

<p>A woman has gone viral after sharing her food hygiene hack – washing fruit and vegetables in the dishwasher.</p> <p>In a TikTok clip, the user @smilelop showed how she removed dirt and bugs from her produce.</p> <p>She arranged a variety of fresh food products on the top shelf and bottom drawer before pouring in a capful of distilled white vinegar in the detergent compartment.</p> <p>She then set the machine running, and the video cut to seemingly washed and clean crops.</p> <blockquote style="max-width: 605px; min-width: 325px;" class="tiktok-embed" data-video-id="6824889367530704133"><a rel="noopener" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@smilelop" target="_blank" title="@smilelop">@smilelop</a> <p><a rel="noopener" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/cleanvegetables" target="_blank" title="cleanvegetables">##cleanvegetables</a> <a rel="noopener" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/cleanfruit" target="_blank" title="cleanfruit">##cleanfruit</a> <a rel="noopener" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/tiktoktips" target="_blank" title="tiktoktips">##tiktoktips</a> <a rel="noopener" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/vinegar" target="_blank" title="vinegar">##vinegar</a></p> <a rel="noopener" href="https://www.tiktok.com/music/PONETE-ASÍ-6792622683843513093" target="_blank" title="♬ PONETE ASÍ - melojnico">♬ PONETE ASÍ - melojnico</a></blockquote> <p>The video has now been viewed more than a million times, but some viewers on the comment section were sceptical of the hack.</p> <p>“I literally don’t know why this would be necessary,” one wrote.</p> <p>“I mean a light vinegar solution is good to kill bacteria and some fruit has wax film on it, but dishwasher? Come on girl,” another replied.</p> <p>According to <a href="https://foodsafety.asn.au/fruit-and-vegetables/">the Food Safety Information Council</a>, washing fruits and vegetables under running water and drying them can help remove loose soil and remove many bacteria and viruses. The council also advised practicing safe hand washing and hygiene before preparing food or cooking.</p>

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Treat yourself with salmon rillettes and pear relish

<p>For when you feel like something a little bit fancy, try this delectable combination of salmon and pear relish!</p> <p><strong>Serves</strong>: 4</p> <p><strong>Ingredients</strong></p> <p><strong>Pear relish</strong></p> <ul> <li>2 packham pears, peeled and sliced</li> <li>50ml olive oil</li> <li>1 small red onion, finely chopped</li> <li>2 cloves garlic</li> <li>60ml cider vinegar</li> <li>70g sugar</li> <li>½ tsp cumin seeds, toasted and ground</li> <li>½ tsp mustard seeds, crushed</li> <li>2 bay leaves</li> </ul> <p><strong>Rillettes</strong></p> <ul> <li>400g salmon</li> <li>100g smoked salmon</li> <li>100g butter</li> <li>1 tsp fennel seeds, toasted and ground</li> <li>1 bunch of dill</li> <li>1 preserved lemon, finely chopped</li> <li>20g capers, finely chopped</li> <li>¼ tsp cayenne pepper</li> <li>50ml crème fraiche</li> <li>Salt and pepper</li> </ul> <p><strong>Salad</strong></p> <ul> <li>3 endives</li> <li>Olive oil</li> <li>1 lemon, juiced</li> <li>12 nasturtium leaves, to serve</li> </ul> <p><strong>Directions</strong></p> <p><strong>For the pear relish</strong></p> <p>1. In a heavy based pot, sauté the red onion until slightly caramelised, then add spices, sugar, vinegar and bay leaves.</p> <p>2. Cook until the excess liquid has reduced away, add pear and cook for further 10 minutes. Cool and set aside.</p> <p><strong>For the rillettes</strong></p> <p>3. Steam the salmon for about six minutes or until just cooked. Place in a bowl with the smoked salmon and gently flake together.</p> <p>4. Add chopped dill, preserved lemon, capers, spices, butter and crème fraiche and gently mix together to combine. Season with salt and pepper and place in the fridge to set.</p> <p><strong>For the endive salad</strong></p> <p>5. Cut endives in half lengthways and gently colour them in a hot pan or a chargrill until cooked through.</p> <p>6. Season with salt, olive oil and lemon juice and set aside.</p> <p><strong>To serve</strong><br />7. On a serving plate, place a large quenelle of salmon mix on the plate followed by a spoonful of pear relish, charred endive and garnish with nasturtium leaves. Serve immediately.</p> <p><em><strong>Recipe thanks to <span><a rel="noopener" href="http://rediscoverthepear.com.au/" target="_blank">Australian Pears</a></span>.</strong></em></p> <p><em>Written by Wyza. Republished with permission of </em><a href="https://www.wyza.com.au/recipes/salmon-rillettes-and-pear-relish.aspx"><em>Wyza.com.au</em></a><em>.</em></p>

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Salmon with papaya salsa

<p><strong>Time to prepare 5 mins | Cooking Time 30 mins | Serves 4</strong></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Tender salmon with a tangy and refreshing salsa, made for a relaxed summer night!</span></p> <p><strong>Ingredients</strong></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">2 avocados, diced</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">2 cups papaya, peeled, deseeded and diced</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">150g cherry tomatoes, quartered</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Olive oil</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">4 x salmon fillets</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">1¼ cups brown rice</span></li> </ul> <p><strong>Directions</strong><span style="font-weight: 400;">:</span></p> <p>1. Combine avocado, papaya and cherry tomatoes in a bowl and set aside.</p> <p>2. Heat fry pan and add oil. Cook salmon skin-side down for 4-5 minutes before turning and cooking for about 4 minutes or until still slightly pink in the centre.</p> <p>3. Meanwhile, cook brown rice in rice cooker or according to the directions on the packet.</p> <p>4. Serve salmon on top of brown rice and top with salsa. Season to taste.</p> <p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;">Recipe thanks to</span><a href="http://australianpapaya.com.au/"><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Papaya Australia.</span></a></em></p> <p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;">Republished with permission of </span><a href="https://www.wyza.com.au/recipes/salmon-with-papaya-salsa.aspx"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Wyza.com.au.</span></a></em></p>

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Enjoy a hearty salmon and redbelly in cartoccio with smashed potatoes

<p>This seafood dish with a citrus twist from Lyndey Milan is the perfect meal for a summer's day.</p> <p><strong>Time to prepare: </strong>10 minutes</p> <p><strong>Cooking time: </strong>12 minutes</p> <p><strong>Serves: 4</strong></p> <p><strong>Ingredients</strong></p> <p><strong>Smash potatoes</strong></p> <div class="article-body"> <ul> <li>800g chat potatoes, boiled until very tender</li> <li>2 tablespoons (40ml) extra virgin olive oil</li> </ul> <p><strong>Salmon</strong></p> <ul> <li>6 redbelly citrus (also known as blood oranges)</li> <li>4 salmon fillets</li> <li>1 baby fennel, cored, thinly sliced, fronds reserved</li> <li>20 green Sicilian olives, stoned</li> <li>2 tablespoons capers, drained and rinsed</li> <li>Salt flakes and freshly ground black pepper</li> <li>⅓ cup (80ml) extra virgin olive oil</li> </ul> <p><strong>Directions</strong></p> <ul> <li>1. Pre-heat oven to 200⁰C (180⁰C fan-forced).</li> </ul> <p><strong>Smashed potatoes</strong></p> <ol> <li>Place boiled potatoes on a paper-lined baking tray and use the back of a fork or a potato masher to lightly crush each potato. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.</li> <li>Bake for 30 minutes or until crisp and golden, turning once half way to encourage browning. Increase oven to 220’C (200’C fan-forced). Leave potatoes in the oven.</li> </ol> <p><strong>Salmon</strong></p> <ol> <li>Cut eight 34 x 30cm pieces of baking paper. Lay four pieces over the bench, top each with a second piece.</li> <li>Wash 2 redbelly citrus, leave skin on and slice into rounds. Juice 1 redbelly, cut 3 redbelly into segments and cut a small slice off the ends of each remaining redbelly. Stand up on one end, and carefully, following the contour of the redbelly, cut down to remove the peel and the pith. Holding the fruit in one hand, cut down one side of the membrane on one segment, almost to the core. Cut down along the inside of the opposite membrane, to cut out a wedge with no pith or membrane attached. Repeat until you have cut out all segments. Squeeze juice out of the remaining core into the juice then discard the core.</li> <li>Place a bed of redbelly slices in the centre of each layer of baking paper, and top evenly with salmon fillet, fennel, olives, capers, salt and pepper and drizzle with redbelly juice and olive oil.</li> <li>Bring the long sides of each piece up and fold and roll firmly down. Then fold in the 2 short sides and tuck them under tightly to create a pocket. Repeat to make five more parcels.</li> <li>Place parcels seam side on oven tray. Bake until just cooked through 10 minutes.</li> <li>Remove straight onto serving plates, carefully open the top of each parcel. Serve with smashed potatoes.</li> </ol> <p><strong>Tips:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Any fish can be used or try thinly sliced chicken breast or pork medallions.</li> <li>Vegetarian alternative: replace salmon with zucchini strips and mushrooms.</li> </ul> <p><em>Republished with permission of <a href="https://www.wyza.com.au/recipes/lyndey-milan-salmon-and-redbelly-in-cartoccio.aspx">Wyza.com.au</a>.</em></p> </div>

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8 things you never knew you could put in your dishwasher

<p>You’d be surprised just how many household items can be given a thorough cleaning in your humble dishwasher.</p> <div class="at-below-post addthis_tool" data-url="https://www.readersdigest.com.au/food-home-garden/home-tips/13-things-you-never-knew-you-could-put-in-the-dishwasher"><strong>1. Small plastic toys</strong></div> <div class="at-below-post addthis_tool" data-url="https://www.readersdigest.com.au/food-home-garden/home-tips/13-things-you-never-knew-you-could-put-in-the-dishwasher"> <p>Germs can linger on your kids’ toys for months. Disinfect them by putting them in a mesh lingerie bag on the top shelf of your dishwasher. Then just let the normal cycle run.</p> <p><strong>2. Hairbrushes</strong></p> <p>Your hairbrush can hold almost 3,500 colonies of bacteria, according to University of Arizona research. Remove any stray hairs and drop your brush in the silverware tray for a thorough cleanse. Remember: Only plastic brushes or combs. Wooden or boar-bristle brushes will get ruined.</p> <p><strong>3. Potatoes</strong></p> <div id="page5" class="slide-show"> <div id="test" class="slide"> <div class="slide-description"> <p>Making mashed potatoes for your next big family gathering? Cut your preparation time and wash your spuds on a rinse-only cycle – no detergent! – on the top shelf.</p> <div class="at-below-post addthis_tool" data-url="https://www.readersdigest.com.au/food-home-garden/home-tips/13-things-you-never-knew-you-could-put-in-the-dishwasher"><strong>4. Refrigerator shelves</strong></div> <div class="at-below-post addthis_tool" data-url="https://www.readersdigest.com.au/food-home-garden/home-tips/13-things-you-never-knew-you-could-put-in-the-dishwasher"> <p>Between leaking meat juices and spilled food, your fridge can get really gross really fast. Instead of scrubbing every last inch clean, throw those shelves in with your other dishes.</p> <p><strong>5. Penholders</strong></p> <div id="page8" class="slide-show"> <div id="test" class="slide"> <div class="slide-description"> <p>When it comes to cleaning, common desk items like penholders and trays for scrap paper often get overlooked. If they’re metal or plastic, toss them in your next dishwasher load.</p> <div class="at-below-post addthis_tool" data-url="https://www.readersdigest.com.au/food-home-garden/home-tips/13-things-you-never-knew-you-could-put-in-the-dishwasher"><strong>6. Bathroom stuff</strong></div> <div class="at-below-post addthis_tool" data-url="https://www.readersdigest.com.au/food-home-garden/home-tips/13-things-you-never-knew-you-could-put-in-the-dishwasher"> <div id="page10" class="slide-show"> <div id="test" class="slide"> <div class="slide-description"> <p>Your bathroom is a haven for bacteria, from soap dishes to bathtub drain plugs to toothbrush holders. Luckily, all of them can be cleaned on the top rack with your other dishes.</p> <div class="at-below-post addthis_tool" data-url="https://www.readersdigest.com.au/food-home-garden/home-tips/13-things-you-never-knew-you-could-put-in-the-dishwasher"><strong>7. Nail clippers and tweezers</strong></div> <div class="at-below-post addthis_tool" data-url="https://www.readersdigest.com.au/food-home-garden/home-tips/13-things-you-never-knew-you-could-put-in-the-dishwasher"> <div id="page11" class="slide-show"> <div id="test" class="slide"> <div class="slide-description"> <p>Most cosmetic tools like nail clippers and tweezers are dishwasher safe. You can even wash plastic makeup brushes.</p> <div class="at-below-post addthis_tool" data-url="https://www.readersdigest.com.au/food-home-garden/home-tips/13-things-you-never-knew-you-could-put-in-the-dishwasher"><strong>8. Razors</strong></div> <div class="at-below-post addthis_tool" data-url="https://www.readersdigest.com.au/food-home-garden/home-tips/13-things-you-never-knew-you-could-put-in-the-dishwasher"> <div id="page13" class="slide-show"> <div id="test" class="slide"> <div class="slide-description"> <p>Razors can get dirty from more than just hair. They also pick up the chemicals in your shaving cream and salts from the water. When you wash them in a dishwasher, use liquid detergent. Tablets can leave grit on the metal.</p> <div class="at-below-post addthis_tool" data-url="https://www.readersdigest.com.au/food-home-garden/home-tips/13-things-you-never-knew-you-could-put-in-the-dishwasher"><em>Written by Claire Novak. </em><em>This article first appeared in <a rel="noopener" href="https://www.readersdigest.com.au/food-home-garden/home-tips/13-things-you-never-knew-you-could-put-in-the-dishwasher" target="_blank">Reader’s Digest</a>. For more of what you love from the world’s best-loved magazine, <a href="http://readersdigest.innovations.co.nz/c/readersdigestemailsubscribe?utm_source=over60&amp;utm_medium=articles&amp;utm_campaign=RDSUB&amp;keycode=WRN93V">here’s our best subscription offer</a>.</em></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div>

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Grilled salmon with blueberry balsamic sauce

<p>For a main course to impress, this recipe will just do the trick. The salmon fillet pairs well with the flavourful sauce, which features the cardiovascular-friendly blueberries.</p> <p><strong>Ingredients:</strong></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">1 teaspoon olive oil</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">2 x 150g salmon fillet, skin on</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">1 tablespoon butter, melted</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">1 teaspoon brown sugar</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">1/2 teaspoon paprika</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">1/4 cup (60ml) balsamic vinegar</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">1/2 cup (80g) blueberries</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">1 tablespoon maple syrup</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">1 tablespoon butter</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">4 cups (500g) green beans</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">1/2 teaspoon salt</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Olive oil</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">1/2 cup pomegranate seeds</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Fresh dill, chopped</span></li> </ul> <p><strong>Method:</strong></p> <ol> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;">Preheat oven to 180°C. Prepare a tray with baking paper.</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;">Drizzle 1 teaspoon olive oil into a non-stick pan over a high heat. Place fish in, skin down. Cook for approx. 2-3 minutes until crisp.</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;">Remove from pan and place skin side down onto prepared tray.</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;">Drizzle with 1 tablespoon melted butter and sprinkle with brown sugar and paprika.</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;">Place the salmon in the oven for 15 minutes for medium.</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;">In the meantime bring a medium sized saucepan to the boil. Using a slotted spoon carefully lower in the beans and boil for 2 minutes before removing and immersing in a bowl of ice water.</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;">Drain then finely julienne the green beans. Place in a mixing bowl and season with salt, olive oil, pomegranate seeds and dill.</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;">Remove fish from oven and set aside. Meanwhile, place a small saucepan over a medium heat.</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;">Add the balsamic vinegar and cook for 5 minutes or until reduced by a third, then add the blueberries and maple syrup.</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;">Cook for another minute, stir in the tablespoon of butter and serve over salmon.</span></li> </ol>

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How to make hot or cold asparagus and salmon frittata

<p><strong>Time to prepare 35-40 mins | Serves 4</strong></p> <p>Recipe from the <a href="http://www.asparagus.com.au/">Australian Asparagus Council</a>.</p> <p><strong>Ingredients:</strong></p> <ul> <li>2 tablespoons olive oil </li> <li>300g salmon fillet </li> <li>8 free range eggs </li> <li>1 cup plain Greek yoghurt </li> <li>1 tablespoon lemon thyme, finely chopped </li> <li>Salt and pepper </li> <li>1 red capsicum, chopped </li> <li>2 bunches asparagus, woody ends removed, sliced </li> <li>Greek yoghurt to serve (optional)</li> </ul> <p><strong>Directions:</strong></p> <p>1. Preheat oven to 180ºC.</p> <p>2. Heat an ovenproof frying pan over high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and cook salmon fillet skin side down for 2 minutes to seal. Turn salmon over to lightly brown other side. Remove from pan, place on a plate and set aside in refrigerator to cool. Reserve pan to use later.</p> <p>3. Crack eggs into a mixing bowl. Add yoghurt, thyme, salt and pepper and whisk until all ingredients are well combined.</p> <p>4. Take cooled salmon from refrigerator, remove skin and break up flesh into small bite-size pieces. Combine capsicum and asparagus with egg mix. Carefully stir in chunks of salmon.</p> <p>5. Heat the pan the salmon was cooked in and add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Pour frittata mixture into pan. Bake in preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until cooked through.</p> <p>6. Remove from oven and allow frittata to cool slightly before cutting. Serve accompanied with thick yoghurt.</p> <p><strong>Tips:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Delicious served with a simple green salad with a lemon olive oil dressing.</li> <li>For a vegetarian version replace salmon with 125g feta broken into pieces or 125g grated cheese.</li> <li>For this recipe to be gluten-free, avoid using stocks, sauces and condiments containing wheat. Take care to check ingredient labels on all products you use.</li> </ul> <p><em>Republished with permission of </em><a href="https://www.wyza.com.au/recipes/asparagus-and-salmon-frittata.aspx"><em>Wyza.com.au.</em></a></p>

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Pecan, broccolini & salmon grain bowl

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Enjoy a pecan, broccolini and salmon grain bowl to keep your heart health up!</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Preparation</strong> <strong>time</strong>: 10 mins </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Cooking</strong> <strong>time</strong>: 10 mins </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Serves</strong>: 2 </span></p> <p><strong>Ingredients</strong></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">2 x 100g skinless salmon fillets </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">
</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">1 tsp olive oil </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">
</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">1/2 cup pecans, lightly toasted (60g) </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">
</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">1 bunch broccolini </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">
</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">4 radishes, sliced </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">
</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">1 orange, peeled and sliced </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">
</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">1 cup cooked brown rice </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">
</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">1 spring onion, sliced </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">
</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Dressing </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">
</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">2 Tbsp almond butter </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">
</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">2 tsp tamari or soy sauce </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">
</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">1 tsp miso paste </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">
</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">1 tsp maple syrup </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">
</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">2 Tbsp lime juice </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">
</span></li> </ul> <p><strong>Method</strong> <span style="font-weight: 400;">
</span></p> <ol> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Whisk together almond butter, soy sauce, miso paste, and syrup. Whisk in lime juice until smooth. Dressing will thicken as it sits, thin with water if desired. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">
</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Preheat a skillet over medium heat. Drizzle salmon with oil and cook approximately 3 minutes per side, or until cooked to your liking. Remove salmon from pan and set aside to rest. Roughly flake when cool enough to handle. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">
</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Wipe skilllet, fill about half way with water and return to heat. Add broccolini and simmer for a few minutes, until bright green and tender-crisp. Refresh under cold water. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">
</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Roughly chop half the pecans and stir through rice, divide into two bowls. Top rice with salmon, broccolini, orange, radish, and remaining pecans. Drizzle with dressing, sprinkle with sliced spring onion. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">
</span></li> </ol> <p>Recipe and images by Jennifer Jenner for <a href="https://www.nutsforlife.com.au/">Nuts for Life</a></p>

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The ultimate guide to stacking your dishwasher

<p>Believe it or not but there is an art in stacking your dishwasher. While some may just throw the dishes in whichever way they deem fit, there are a few rules to follow to ensure your using space to its full potential.</p> <p>Consumer advocacy group Choice Australia has revealed some of the best tips and tricks when it comes to stacking your dishwasher to help achieve the cleanest dishes possible.</p> <p><strong>Never place wood, aluminium or copper in the dishwasher</strong></p> <p>While most items are safe to stack, there are a few exceptions.</p> <p>It’s recommended that anything made of wood, such as chopping boards, rolling pins and wooden spoons should not be placed inside a dishwasher, as the material tends to absorb odours and flavours of the surrounding dishes.</p> <p>Good quality knives and fine china should also be avoided, as the water pressure can damage the cutlery and ruin the detailing.</p> <p>Anything that consists of a “reactive metal” should be handwashed, which means items made from aluminium and copper should stay away from the dishwasher.</p> <p><strong>Don’t bother pre-washing dishes</strong></p> <p>It’s a habit that most people fall into before loading up their dishwasher, but your favourite dishwashing tablet has enough power to remove all surface stains without you having to give it a pre-wash.</p> <p>Just be sure to scrape any excess food scraps beforehand, to avoid the filter from clogging up.</p> <p><strong>Make sure the dirtiest dishes go in the middle</strong></p> <p>The answer to squeaky clean dishes is placement so write this next part down.</p> <p>Plastics should always go on the top shelf to reduce the risk of melting, the same applies for anything made of glass.</p> <p>Sometimes the spinning fan can miss the corners of the dishwasher so it’s a good idea to put the dirtiest dishes right in the middle for the most effective clean.</p> <p>Lastly, place each and every plate and bowl downwards to avoid dirty water and don’t stack them on top of each other.</p>

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Cook tonight’s dinner in your dishwasher!

<p>Many of us use our dishwasher to, well, clean our dishes. Especially after a meal.</p> <p>But there’s a new trend on the horizon that involves the opposite of this.</p> <p>It’s called ‘dishwasher cuisine’ and it is not a joke.</p> <p>Many people have decided that their oven is no longer up to scratch and are opting to give their dishwasher a try.</p> <p>So far, the most popular dish seems to be salmon.</p> <blockquote style="background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);" class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/BsY73EHh4tn/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_medium=loading" data-instgrm-version="12"> <div style="padding: 16px;"> <div style="display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;"> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;"></div> <div style="display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;"> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;"></div> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;"></div> </div> </div> <div style="padding: 19% 0;"></div> <div style="display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;"></div> <div style="padding-top: 8px;"> <div style="color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;">View this post on Instagram</div> </div> <p style="color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;"><a style="color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;" rel="noopener" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BsY73EHh4tn/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_medium=loading" target="_blank">A post shared by Verlasso Salmon (@verlasso)</a> on Jan 8, 2019 at 2:02pm PST</p> </div> </blockquote> <p>The trick is wrapping your ingredients up in foil (so the food doesn’t get saturated by the water or have other bits of food ending up in the final meal) and letting the dishwasher do the rest.</p> <p>Consumer advocacy group <span><a href="https://www.choice.com.au/home-and-living/kitchen/dishwashers/articles/can-you-cook-dinner-in-your-dishwasher">Choice</a></span> has recommended that you put your ingredients that you want to cook in plastic zip lock bags so no extra food gets in there as well as loading up the dishwasher to keep the temperature stable.</p> <p>Keeping the temperature stable is ideal as this ensures your food is cooked properly.</p> <blockquote style="background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);" class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/dZqjZdLZoE/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_medium=loading" data-instgrm-version="12"> <div style="padding: 16px;"> <div style="display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;"> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;"></div> <div style="display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;"> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;"></div> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;"></div> </div> </div> <div style="padding: 19% 0;"></div> <div style="display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;"></div> <div style="padding-top: 8px;"> <div style="color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;">View this post on Instagram</div> </div> <p style="margin: 8px 0 0 0; padding: 0 4px;"><a style="color: #000; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none; word-wrap: break-word;" rel="noopener" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/dZqjZdLZoE/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_medium=loading" target="_blank">Forget the grill, here's how to cook salmon in the dishwasher. #howto #dishwashercooking #yum #nprlife</a></p> <p style="color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;">A post shared by <a style="color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px;" rel="noopener" href="https://www.instagram.com/mstarbard/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_medium=loading" target="_blank"> Maggie Starbard</a> (@mstarbard) on Aug 24, 2013 at 8:30am PDT</p> </div> </blockquote> <p>However, as a dishwasher can reach temperatures of up to 62 degrees in a cycle, smaller portions of protein and vegetables are best.</p> <p>Choosing food that has a bit of wiggle room when it comes to time and temperature being a little bit out is ideal, as again, you’re cooking food in a dishwasher.</p> <p>Experts have compared it to the sous vide method. This method is a French style of cooking which involves vacuum sealing food in a plastic bag, submerging it in a bath of warm water and waiting for it to cook over time.</p> <p>Some have found it to be a productive way of cleaning up the mess they’ve made while preparing the meal whilst also getting a meal out of it.</p> <p>Is this something you’re willing to try? Have you heard of it before? Let us know in the comments.</p>

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Citrus-baked salmon with champagne mayonnaise

<p>A side of salmon is an easy yet smart way to feed a crowd, and a glamorous mayonnaise makes it doubly splendid.</p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Serves:</span> </strong>8-10 as a starter<em>  </em></p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Ingredients: </span></strong></p> <ul> <li>1 side of salmon (about 1kg), bones removed</li> <li>1 orange, juice and zest </li> <li>1 lemon, juice and zest, plus extra lemons for serving</li> <li>1 teaspoon sesame oil</li> <li>1 tablespoon cider vinegar</li> <li>1 tablespoon soy sauce</li> <li>2 tablespoons brown sugar</li> <li>1 tablespoon flaky sea salt</li> <li>1 teaspoon cracked black pepper</li> <li>Microgreens or dill for garnish (optional)</li> <li>Baguette or similar for serving</li> </ul> <p><em>For the mayonnaise:</em></p> <ul> <li>2 egg yolks</li> <li>1 teaspoon cider vinegar</li> <li>1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest</li> <li>1 tablespoon lemon juice</li> <li>1 clove garlic, peeled and finely chopped</li> <li>1 teaspoon grated horseradish (available in jars at the supermarket)</li> <li>2/3 cup neutral-flavoured oil </li> <li>2-3 tablespoons champagne or sparkling wine</li> </ul> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Method:</span></strong></p> <ol> <li>Heat oven to 200°C and line a baking tray with non-stick foil or baking paper. Place salmon on tray, skin side down.  </li> <li>Combine zest and juice from orange and lemon with the sesame oil, vinegar and soy sauce. Brush mixture over salmon then sprinkle with sugar, salt and pepper, pressing these gently into the flesh. </li> <li>Bake 15-20 minutes or until the salmon flesh is just opaque. Serve on a platter, with lemon wedges for squeezing, mayo and bread on the side, and garnished with microgreens or dill if desired. </li> <li>Mayonnaise: Place egg yolks, vinegar, lemon zest and juice, garlic, horseradish and a good pinch of salt in a small food processor and pulse to combine. With the motor running, add oil in a thin, steady stream. Fold in champagne a little at a time, gently mixing until the mayo is light and creamy. </li> </ol> <p><em>Written by Bernadette Hogg. Republished with permission of <a href="http://www.stuff.co.nz/" target="_blank"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Stuff.co.nz.</span></strong></a> Image credit: Stuff.co.nz. </em></p>

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Lemon baked salmon with asparagus

<p>Summer is all about fresh, tasty seafood, and this lemon-baked salmon with asparagus is the ultimate dish for a warm summer’s night.</p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Serves:</span> </strong>2 (one fillet each!)</p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Ingredients:</span></strong></p> <ul> <li>2 salmon fillets, skin on</li> <li>1 lemon, juiced</li> <li>2 rosemary stalks, leaves taken off the stalk and chopped</li> <li>1 garlic clove, sliced into slivers</li> <li>6 asparagus spears, trimmed</li> <li>6 cherry tomatoes, whole</li> <li>2 tbsp. Olive oil</li> <li>Salt and pepper, to taste</li> </ul> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Method:</span></strong></p> <ol start="1"> <li>Pre-heat oven to 180˚C</li> <li>Add lemon juice, rosemary, garlic, olive oil, salt and pepper into a bowl and mix.</li> <li> In a large mixing bowl, add the salmon fillets and the lemon mixture. Coat the fish evenly.</li> <li>Leave to marinate for 1 hour prior to cooking.</li> <li>On two separate sheets of foil or baking paper, lay the fish skin down and top with cherry tomatoes and 3 asparagus stalks on each.</li> <li>Wrap each fillet individually covering it completely to ensure no air escapes.</li> <li> Place into the oven for 15 minutes or until cooked to your liking.</li> <li>Serve with more asparagus and some salad!</li> </ol> <p><em>Recipe courtesy of Leah Itsines on behalf of <a href="http://www.asparagus.com.au/" target="_blank"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Australian Asparagus</span></strong></a>. </em></p>

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