He’s famous for his out-of-this-world desserts, but Darren Purchese has a secret passion – toasted sandwiches. Of course, when you’re a master of invention, your melting moments are far from humble. In fact, they’re worthy of their very own book – Chefs Eat Toasties Too.
You had us at bacon toastie! This is an edited recipe from Chefs Eat Toasties Too by Darren Purchese (Hardie Grant, RRP $29.99). Available in stores nationally now.
OMG (oh my gorgonzola), this is tasty. You've never had a toastie like this before. This is an edited recipe from Chefs Eat Toasties Too by Darren Purchese (Hardie Grant, RRP $29.99). Available in stores nationally now.
"My wife, Cath, makes an amazing slow-roasted lamb. We cook a decent-sized one at the weekend and have it as leftovers in various dishes during the next few days. Pulled lamb in this kebab-style toastie is the way to go, though." – Darren Purchese This is an edited recipe from Chefs Eat Toasties Too by Darren Purchese (Hardie Grant, RRP $29.99).
This is probably one of the most iconic jaffles of our time, says Darren. Recipe from Darren Purchese's new cookbook, Chefs Eat Toasties Too, published by Hardie Grant Books ($29.99), available nationally.
This lamb comes from a borek recipe from my wife, Cath, who is a Middle Eastern food expert. It’s easy to make, delicious and the pine nuts are a great addition. The spices and herbs are added last to keep things fresh, says Darren. Recipe from Darren Purchese's new cookbook, Chefs Eat Toasties Too, published by Hardie Grant Books ($29.99), available nationally.
Toasties for dessert? We're sold. This is an edited recipe from Chefs Eat Toasties Too by Darren Purchese (Hardie Grant, RRP $29.99). Available in stores nationally now.
One of my signature flavour combos is coffee, banana and passionfruit – delish. This is a French-toast-style dish, with the soaking custard flavoured with coffee. I use a decent instant coffee, opting for Prontissimo! from Lavazza, says Darren. This is an edited recipe from Chefs Eat Toasties Too by Darren Purchese (Hardie Grant, RRP $29.99). Available in stores nationally now.
