Thematic Units - Australian Recipes

Australian Recipes

Here are a couple of great recipes to try with your students:

Damper Bread

Ingredients:
6 cups self-rising flour
3 teaspoons salt
3/4 cup margarine
1 cup milk
1 cup water

Directions:
Mix flour and salt in a bowl. Cut in margarine and mix well. Add water and milk. Mix until well blended. Set aside in a bowl covered with a damp cloth and let rise for 35-40 minutes. Put on a floured board and knead lightly. Shape into two loaves and put on a greased cookie sheet. Before baking, cut an "x" on the top of the loaves about 1/2" deep. Brush the tops of loaves with milk. Bake 10 minutes in a 400 degree oven. Reduce heat to 350 degrees for 15 minutes. Let cool and enjoy.

Australian Meat Pie

Ingredients:
2 pounds ground beef
1 cup ketchup
1 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup milk
2/3 cup bread crumbs
1 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 eight-inch pie shells

Directions:
Combine first eight ingredients. Mix well. Place in pie shells and bake at 350 degrees for about 45 minutes. Mix together Worcestershire sauce and cheese. Spread on top. Bake for about 10 more minutes or until cheese is melted.
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