Training & Education Program for Cooks, Chefs & Providers
The Maggie Beer Foundation, funded by the Australian Federal Government’s Department of Health and Aged Care, are delivering education and training to improve the dining, food, and nutritional outcomes for older people in Aged Care. This education program offers support to Providers, Homes, Cooks and Chefs in a range of activities and they are all FREE!
Featured News
Creating an Appetite for Life – the joy of shared meal times
At Southern Plus East Fremantle, the Maggie Beer Foundation philosophy that food should be more than nourishment, is held in high regard by Head Chef, Dhurba and his team. Inspired by the book ‘Lobster for Josino’ by Peter Morgan-Jones, Prudence Ellis, and Rod...
A message from Maggie for Aged Care Cooks & Chefs
Featured Recipe
Method:
Cashew cream: Place the cashews in a pot with boiling water, cover and leave them to soak for 30-60 minutes. Drain the water and place the cashews in a high-powered blender. Add the water, blend until smooth. Semolina porridge: Over low-medium heat, combine the milk, skim milk powder, butter, cream and brown sugar and bring to a gentle simmer. Sift the cocoa powder into the semolina, then sprinkle into the simmering milk while whisking. Keep whisking until the semolina starts to bubble. Whisk in the cashew cream, then turn the heat to low. Cover with a lid and cook for 20 minutes or until smooth & creamy and whisk every 5 minutes to avoid burning. Transfer into gastronorm trays, cover with a cartouche and a lid ready for service. To serve: Combine the brown sugar and cinnamon. Top with a drizzle of cashew cream, soft butter and a generous sprinkle...
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