Cooking at home, 250pp.
by Karen Martini
Penguin Australia, Camberwell, Victoria, 2008
Cooking on page 32–33

I’ve always liked Karen Martini’s recipes. Although not found on any page 32, her Spanish-style spiced almonds are a family favourite, which I’ve tweaked a bit over the years. They’re better than anything you’d buy.

Her career in Australia’s food industry began at age 15 at Mietta’s in Melbourne. And she’s gone on to head top restaurant kitchens including the Melbourne Wine Room, Sydney’s Dining Room and her own artisan pizza restaurant Mr Wolf. She’s also been food editor of the Sunday Life magazine.

After she had her first child in 2006, she’s thought a lot about creating recipes that can be put together at home quickly and simply, and with great effect. This cookbook is the result.

Cannellini beans with rosemary, prawns and lemon

Ingredients
200 ml extra virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic…