Ella McKenzie

Hi, I’m Ella McKenzie, a Newcastle home cook who grew up baking with Nan and still loves feeding a crowd. On AustRecipes I share tested Australian recipes, from slices and sausage rolls to easy weeknight dinners using everyday supermarket ingredients, metric measurements, and clear step-by-step guidance. When I can, I cook with fresh produce from my garden and offer smart swaps so you can use what’s in your pantry.

Australian Beef Jerky Recipe

Today I am sharing an Australian beef jerky recipe that balances sweet, salty, smoky and a touch of Aussie bush…

1 month ago

Creamy Spinach Cob Loaf Recipe

If there is one dish that guarantees an empty platter at any gathering, it is a bubbly, golden spinach cob…

4 months ago

Slow Cooked Beef Cheeks recipe

Hi, I’m Ella, and today I’m lifting the lid on the most comforting dinner I cook at home: a slow-simmered…

4 months ago

Vanilla Slice Recipe: The Creamy Aussie Classic Vanilla

If you grew up in Australia, you probably have a memory of biting into a bakery-fresh vanilla slice and trying…

4 months ago

Stuffed Capsicum Recipe Mince: Ella’s cosy weeknight winner

If your crisper is hiding a few glossy peppers and you’ve got a tray of mince waiting for inspiration, tonight’s…

4 months ago

Easy Hoki Fish Recipe: Crispy Lemon-Garlic Baked Hoki With Herbed Potatoes

If you’re craving a fish dinner meal that tastes restaurant-worthy yet fits in a busy weeknight, pull up a chair.…

4 months ago

Boobie Biscuits Recipe:  lactation cookies I bake for every new mum

Hi, I’m Ella, your Aussie home cook and snack–obsessed new mum friend. If you have a hungry bub, a busy…

4 months ago

The Best Rissole Recipe For Busy Aussie Nights

Hi, I’m Ella. If you’ve ever arrived home hungry with a crinkly bag of mince and zero brain cells left…

4 months ago

Jam Drops Recipe: the classic Aussie biscuit everyone loves

Hi, Ella here. If there is one bickie that guarantees smiles at school fetes, weekend barbecues, office morning teas and…

4 months ago

Chocolate Crackles Recipe: The Classic Aussie Party Treat

Hi again, I’m Ella, your friendly Australian home cook who never turns up to a birthday, picnic or school fete…

4 months ago