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8 vintage recipes to dust off the shelf

Craving a throwback? Take a trip back through time with these classic dishes.

Musk sticks

Classic Aussie musk sticks Source: Murdoch Books

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This 1980s classic has an enduring appeal with its combination of tasty ingredients, novel aesthetic, and ease of preparation. And you know what they say, if it aint broke, don't fix it.
Ultimate prawn cocktail
Ultimate prawn cocktail Source: Adam Liaw
Spice up devilled eggs with a jalapeno chilli kick for a quick and easy crowd-pleasing platter.
Devilled eggs with parsley, spring onion and jalapeno
Source: Tribune
This tuck-shop classic can't be missed. Great as an entrée and a guaranteed crowd pleaser.
Potato scallops
Potato scallops Source: Murdoch Books
Rou jia mo is the world’s oldest hamburger. Originating in Shaanxi Province, this hamburger has been made for more than 2,000 years. Instead of making the specific ‘mo’ buns, Adam uses English muffins instead.
Rou jia muffin
Source: Danielle Abou Karam
With deep rich flavours you know and love, it's time to bring back this classic.
Fillet steak diane
Mark Best's Steak Diane from The Cook Up Source: Adam Liaw
Curried sausages have been an Aussie family favourite for decades, but have you ever tried them with a Japanese twist?
Japanese Curry Sausages
Source: Adam Liaw
These musk sticks taste like the ones we had as kids. A little crisp on the outside, and tender in the centre, these are the ‘goldilocks’ of the musk-stick world – the aroma, flavour and texture are just right.
Musk sticks
Classic Aussie musk sticks Source: Murdoch Books
This is a play on lamington flavours: chocolate chiffon cake layered with whipped cream and raspberry sauce, garnished with crunchy coconut toffee.
Lamington trifle
Lamington trifle Source: Lyndey Milan's Baking Secrets

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Published 22 March 2022 3:52pm
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