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Anzac Day is just around the corner and we think it’s a beautiful excuse to go all Aussie in the kitchen. Go on, cook up an Australian fare feast. After you’ve worked up an appetite at the dawn service of course.

Whether it’s a big breakfast, meat pies, or Aussie flavoured treats (mmm Anzac biscuits), we’ve rounded up some delicious options for whatever your day will hold, from some of our favourite recipe makers.

The Iconic Anzac Biscuit

The Holistic Ingredient’s Anzac Biscuits

Anzac Day wouldn’t be complete without the oat biscuit itself. We’ve found a gluten free and refined sugar free version for you to try this year. Simply so you can have an extra few and feel a little more virtuous. This version is packed with some extra goodness thanks to the pecans and pistachios.

For the full recipe: www.theholisticingredient.com

Iron Chef Shellie’s Chocolate Anzac Biscuits

Sometimes you want indulgence, in all the right ways. And that is what Melbourne girl Iron Chef Shellie has done to the humble Anzac biscuit. She’s added chocolate. Expect all the good things: oats, coconut, butter, and chocolate. Do it.

For the full recipe: ironchefshellie.com

The Healthy Chef’s Anzac Biscuits

Whether you’re into gluten or not, Teresa from The Healthy Chef has you covered. With two versions of her Anzac biscuits, one for those sans wheat and one for those who dabble in some spelt on the occasion, you’ll feel spoilt for choice. Expect crumbly healthy deliciousness from these guys.

For full recipe: www.thehealthychef.com

Let’s go for the big breakfast

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Cook Republic’s Breakfast Fry Up

There is something very Australian about chucking all the good things into a frying pan in the morning and then serving it on thick toast. Right? Anyone else dreaming of lazy Sundays at home, or big weekends at the local café? We like eggs and bacon on toast. It’s as simple as that. Sneh from Cook Republic goes for a tasty combination of Kransky, cherry tomatoes, mushrooms, herbs, and of course eggs.

For the full recipe: www.cookrepublic.com

Jamie Oliver’s Super Eggs Benedict

Eggs Benedict has become a café staple around our fair nation. So what better dish to create at home for the family. Buy a packet of English Muffins and let Jamie take you through the rest, down to making your own fresh hollandaise sauce.

For the full recipe: www.jamieoliver.com

For lunch the Aussie way

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Donna Hay’s Lamb, Mint, and Rosemary Pies

The meat pie. A quintessential Aussie dish. But let’s be honest, they’re a whole lot better when you make them at home, or someone makes them in their home and gives them to you. No disrespect to the old Four & Twenty. Donna Hay, in true Donna style takes the meat pie and makes it a little more fancy. Here she mixes lamb, mint, and rosemary for a beautiful spin on the classic.

For the full recipe: www.donnahay.com.au

Lola Berry’s Paleo Beef Burger

If you’re on the Paleo or health bandwagon right now and don’t want to fall off, this recipe is for you. From the lovely Nutritionist Lola Berry comes a full Aussie beef burger without any sugar, gluten, or dairy. There is a bun we promise just not how you’re used to seeing buns.  She even makes homemade aioli out of cashews. This is one worth taking a look at.

For the full recipe: iquitsugar.com

Because we can always fit in sweets

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Stephanie Alexander’s Pavlova

With a classic like the pavlova, we figured a classic like Stephanie should be the one showing us how it’s done. This is a simple no fuss take on the sweet dessert topped with cream and passionfruit pulp, just like your grandmother intended.

For the full recipe: www.stephaniealexander.com.au

Adriano Zumbo’s Pavlington

So you know how we thought going classic was a good idea? That was until we saw Adriano Zumbo’s Pavlington. And how great are made up words? There are over 35 ingredients and 14 steps, so this isn’t for the faint hearted, but this pavlova lamington creation is sure to impress the friends and family.

For the full recipe: www.taste.com.au

Incase you want to drink your Anzac Bikkies

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Young Henrys’ Winged Victory Anzac Biscuit Flavoured Beer 

Yes you read that right. Young Henrys, in honour of the unveiling of the new Winged Victory Statue at Marrickville Town all that honours 457 soldiers from Marrickville, has created an Anzac flavoured beer. Think malt, oats, honey, and rosemary. All blended with hops from Australia and New Zealand to create a pale ale that is fitting for ANZAC Day if ever one was.

For more information: www.younghenrys.com/winged-victory