Brendon D'Souza

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Recipe – Easy Mexican Brunch Bowls

7 August 2019 EH

A tasty meal that’s easy to make and great for sharing with the family.

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Recipe: Hot Chicken

14 February 2019 EH

Travel to almost any country in the world and chances are you will find a recipe for chicken.

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Recipe: Crumbed pork chops with cauliflower mash

22 August 2018 EH

In my family, Sunday lunch starts once we’ve all arrived home from Church and can extend to early hours of the evening. Here’s a favourite recipe featuring crispy pan-fried pork served on light and creamy cauliflower mash.

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Recipe: Apple and Raspberry Bircher Pots

6 February 2018 EH

Apple and Raspberry Bircher Pots are a great timesaver when it comes to brekkie.

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Recipe: Santa ice cream cones

2 November 2017 EH

Amid all the traditional Christmas sweets, puddings and more an Aussie Christmas simply wouldn’t be the same without ice cream. The kids will love decorating their own santa cones with fresh fruit and popcorn and it’s a great way to keep them entertained throughout the festive season. 

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Recipe: Vegetarian Chickpea Burgers 
with Avocado

2 February 2017 EH

It amazes me that after almost three years, the burger craze here in Sydney still lives on. New burger joints are opening up all across the city. The burger is no-doubt an Aussie favourite and I want to share a greener twist on one of my favourite meals! 

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Many voices one song

2 February 2017 EH

Nine choirs share the space at Good Shepherd Parish in Sydney. Each brings its own unique voice to the celebration of the Mass.

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Recipe: Easy Summer Berry Christmas Pudding

1 November 2016 EH

Gorgeous summer berries add a splash of colour to this refreshing Summer Christmas dessert. It only requires three ingredients and there’s very little cooking involved so it’s a great way to introduce your little helpers to cooking this Christmas. 

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Recipe Vegan choc-nana ‘nice’ cream tart

11 March 2016 EH

Celebrate the resurrection of Our Lord with your family this Easter and enjoy this healthier twist on a classic chocolate tart. Best of all, it’s completely vegan and dairy-free!

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Recipe: Summer bruschetta

27 January 2016 EH

This tomato, avocado and broccoli bruschetta makes a great vegan-friendly supper that’s packed with plenty of fresh and colourful summer veggie delights. 

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A feast to make you smile

4 November 2015 EH

Over the last two years, Brendon D'Souza, aka The Smiling Chef, has been providing Australian Catholics readers with tasty recipes to share with the family. In this special foodie edition of the magazine, we asked him to describe what made him want to become a food blogger and chef. 

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Recipe: Fruity ‘margherita’ pizza

4 November 2015 EH

This fruity twist on a classic margherita pizza is a great way to keep the kids cool and occupied this summer.

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