ISSUE 47 • janUary 2010woolworths.com.au

back to school• lunch box planner• first day blues• back pack must-haves• stranger danger

simplerecipeseasysnacks& dinners

freshtipsfrom ourteam ofexperts

thismonth’sfreshestfruit &vegies

fire upthe barbieWeeknight dinnersstraight off the grill.

aussiefavourites

• passionfruit slice• cheesy bacon scrolls

• choc tops

free

Beef that’salways tender.For a restaurant-quality meal at home,

try Woolworths new range of 100%

Australian premium beef.

Grain fed for a minimum of 100 days

and vacuum-packed for freshness,

the marbled meat is tender and juicy.

Whether you choose steaks or a

roast, the Woolworths Beef Always

Tender range is an easy way to

make a meal extra special.

Grain fed for 100 days

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Happy New Year from all the team atWoolworths! We hope you all had awonderful Christmas and that you’vehad some time to relax and re-energise. As always, we want to help you kick offthe year feeling as rested and ready for the exciting new year ahead. So we’ve packedthis issue of Woolworths Fresh magazinewith lots of hints to help kids (and parents!)get organised for the school year ahead. From lunch ideas to stranger danger, pens to lunch boxes, we’ve got you covered. This month, we also celebrate being proud Aussies on January 26. Find out how you can join in on the fun with our AustraliaDay Ambassadors on page 25. And try ourvery Aussie recipes throughout this issue.You can’t pass up a passionfruit slice! Yum.

Check out our new seasonal calendaron page 7. Buying what’s in season notonly tastes great, it’s also better value. Enjoy the fresh fl avours of summer at theirvery best!

Join us next month as we celebrateValentine’s Day and Chinese New Year.

Until next time, enjoy!

Your free February issue of WoolworthsFresh hits the shelves on February 1. In themeantime, for more recipes or to downloadback issues of Woolworths Fresh magazine, visit woolworths.com.au

the fresh team Nicky Harper on the case!

Photographer Cath and stylist Michelle,

setting up the shot.

Our art director doing what she does best and the beautiful foodie Dixie.

new beginnings

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1. Cook chorizo on preheated barbecue hot plate or in a

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Remove and drain on absorbent paper.

2. Add Latina® tortellini to large saucepan of boiling water.

Return to the boil and cook, stirring occasionally, for

5 minutes or until al dente. Drain and cool slightly.

3. Combine chorizo, tortellini, chickpeas, spinach, onion,

coriander and pesto. Toss gently to combine and serve.

Makes: 1 large salad to share

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8 Now in SeasonFresh new flavours for a freshnew season.

15 Budget BitesQuick and easy snacks withHome Brand.

16 What’s for Dinner?Fire up the barbie for familydinner tonight!

22 Our Grower StoryMeet the team who grow our divinetruss tomatoes.

24 What’s HappeningThe lastest news from your localWoolworths supermarket.

29 Fresh Families: Back to SchoolOur survival guide for your first day atschool. From backpack essentials toa lunch box planner.

38 Fresh Food KidsA is for apple and avocado.

41 From the BakeryEnjoy fresh lamingtons in trueAussie style!

42 From the FreezerEnjoy a classic summer treat withCadbury Ice Cream.

45 Selection Made EasyMix up a refreshing mocktail foryour guests this Australia Day.

47 All about: LettuceSalad greens come in all shapes andsizes. Check out our favourite four ofthe month.

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your january checklistApricots

Brush halved apricots with a mixture ofhoney, lemon juice and cinnamon. Bakeuntil tender then serve with a dollop of thicknatural yoghurt.

AsparagusTry to select bunches with spears that areall much the same thickness, this is to allowfor even cooking.

AvocadoesUnripe avocadoes will soften if stored atroom temperature for 3-6 days.

CapsicumTo prepare, wash then cut in half lengthways.Use a small sharp knife to remove stalk,white membrane and seeds.

CucumbersLook for cucumbers with even-coloured skin.They should feel quite firm, and be free ofany soft or discoloured patches.

GrapesAvailable in black, red and green varieties, aswell as seedless or seeded.

MangoesStore firm mangoes at room temperatureuntil they yield slightly to gentle pressurewhen cradled in your hand. Once ripe, storein the fridge for 3-5 days.

MelonsFor a fresh salad, combine rockmelon cubeswith rocket leaves, camembert cheese andprosciutto. Sprinkle with chopped pecannuts and drizzle with a little olive oil.

NectarinesFor a fresh dessert, cut in half and removestones. Place, cut-side up, onto a grill tray.Sprinkle with brown sugar and desiccatedcoconut then grill until golden. Serve withfrozen yoghurt.

PeachesIf using in cooking, you may need to peel.Cut a small cross on the base of eachpeach. Place in a heatproof bowl and coverwith boiling water. Stand for a minute, untilyou see skin starting to lift slightly. Removefrom water then peel and discard skin.

PlumsFor a fresh entertaining idea, dollop thicknatural yoghurt onto meringue cases. Topwith diced plums and drizzle with honey.

fresh this month

Here’s your guide to the fruit and vegies that are at their verybest this month.

Remember, when buying what’s in season, youget the best flavour and the biggest savings!

Annette McFarlandWoolworths Fresh Buyer

Annette

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passionfruitTo buy Look for passionfruit that feel slightly heavy for their size. Their skin

should feel relatively thick, and be slightly wrinkled. There are two main

varieties available — Panama or Hawaiian (pictured) and Black.

Best in The sweet, syrupy flavour of passionfruit make them perfect for

dessert toppings, such as on pavlova and custard slice.

Storage You can store passionfruit at room temperature for up to one week,

or store in the fridge for up to two weeks.

To prepare Use a sharp knife to cut passionfruit in half, then either

enjoy straight from the skin or scoop out the pulp for use in cooking.

now in seasonENJOY THE FRESHEST AND FINEST FLAVOURS OF SPRING.

RECIPE DEVELOPMENT & STYLING CHRISTINE SHEPPARD

PHOTOGRAPHY LOUISE LISTER FOOD PREPARATION JULIE BALLARD

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now in season

Woolworths fresh 9

Passionfruit slicePrep 5 min | Cook 30 min | Makes 16

6 passionfruits, halved

2 sheets frozen butter puff pastry

1 cup custard powder

½ cup caster sugar

5 cups milk

100g butter, melted

2 egg yolks

¾ cup passionfruit pulp

1 cup icing sugar, sifted

1 Preheat oven to 220°C. Line 2 baking trays

and a 22cm square tin with baking paper.

Using a spoon, scoop pulp from passionfruit into

a jug and reserve. You will need ¾ cup of pulp.

2 Lay a sheet of pastry onto each tray and

prick all over using a fork. Bake for 15

minutes until golden and, while still hot, flatten

using a clean tea towel.

3 Meanwhile, combine custard powder and

sugar in a medium saucepan. Stir in enough

of the milk until a smooth paste forms, then

gradually whisk in remaining milk. Whisk over

medium heat until custard thickens. Remove

from heat. Add half of the butter, egg yolks and

½ cup of the passionfruit pulp.

4 Place 1 square of pastry into the tin.

Pour over custard and smooth top. Place

remaining pastry square onto custard and press

down gently. Refrigerate until set.

5 Place icing sugar into a small bowl. Add

remaining butter and passionfruit pulp and

stir until smooth. Remove slice from tin and

spread over icing. Cut into squares to serve.

NUTRITIONAL VALUE

Per serve: 4.5g protein, 14g fat (9g saturated fat),

39g carbohydrate, 2g dietary fibre, 1245 kJ

(295 Cals).

Want more pulp and less seedsfrom your passionfruit? Opt for the Hawaiian passionfruit,which has the same tropicalflavour as the purple variety,but with more juice!Campbell StottWoolworths Business Manager– Produce

Campbell

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Butterflied lamb withsalsa verdePrep 5 min + marinating overnight |

Cook 25 min | Serves 6

1 butterflied lamb leg

½ cup balsamic vinegar

2 tbs olive oil

2 sprigs rosemary

1 cup fresh sourdough breadcrumbs

¼ cup milk

1 cup continental parsley leaves

juice of 1 lemon

3 tsp capers, rinsed

1 tsp sea salt

100ml olive oil

1Remove lamb from packaging and place

into a shallow ceramic dish. Pour over

balsamic and oil and season with salt, freshly

ground black pepper and rosemary. Refrigerate

overnight if possible or for at least 2 hours.

Bring to room temperature before cooking.

2Meanwhile, soak bread in milk for

5 minutes then process in a food processor

with parsley, lemon juice, capers and salt until

finely chopped. With motor running, gradually

add oil and process until thick and smooth.

Season with freshly ground black pepper.

3Preheat a barbecue over medium-high

heat. Cook lamb for 10 minutes, turn and

cook second side for 8 minutes or until done

to your liking. Transfer to a plate, cover loosely

with foil and rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

4Slice lamb and arrange on a platter. Pour

any juices over and serve with salsa verde.

NutritioNal value

Per serve: 55g protein, 28g fat (6g saturated fat),

10g carbohydrate, 1g dietary fibre, 2145g (515

Cals).

To buyWhen purchasing packaged

fresh lamb, look for firm meat and

ensure that packaging is in good

condition with no tears or holes.

Storage Refrigerate butterflied lamb

leg in an airtight container for up to two

to three days or freeze if close to best

before date.

Try this Marinate butterflied lamb leg

in 2 tbs tomato sauce, 2 tbs honey,

1 garlic clove, crushed, and 1 tsp

crushed chilli and cook on the

barbecue. Don’t grease your barbecue

plate – simply brush lightly with olive

oil. Serve cooked lamb with roasted

potatoes sprinkled with rosemary and

a drizzle of oil.

Available from the fresh meat

department at your local Woolworths

supermarket.

butterfliedlamb leg

now in season

Woolworths fresh 11

Cheese souffléPrep 15 min | Cook 15 min | Makes 4

10g soft butter

1 cup packaged breadcrumbs

30g butter, extra

¼ cup plain flour

1¼ cups reduced-fat milk

1½ cups coarsely grated tasty cheese

2 tsp Dijon mustard

4 eggs, at room temperature, separated

1Preheat oven to 200°C. Place oven tray into

oven to preheat. Grease 4 x 1½ cup ramekins

with butter. Add breadcrumbs and turn so that

base and sides are coated. Shake out excess.

2Melt extra butter in a saucepan over medium

heat until foaming. Add flour and stir for

2 minutes. Remove from heat and add half the

milk. Whisk until smooth. Gradually whisk in

remaining milk. Return to heat and stir until

mixture boils and thickens. Remove from heat.

Add cheese and mustard and stir until smooth.

3Separate eggs, placing whites into a bowl

and yolks to the cheese mixture. Stir well to

combine. Season with salt and pepper. Use an

electric mixer, beat whites until soft peaks form.

4Add ¼ of the egg whites to the cheese

mixture and, using a metal spoon, fold

through until just combined. Add remaining egg

whites and gently fold in.

5Divide mixture between ramekins and smooth

tops. Run your thumb around the inside rims.

Place ramekins onto heated oven tray and bake

for 15 minutes or until golden. Serve immediately.

NutritioNal value

Per serve: 25g protein, 30g fat (17g saturated

fat), 26g carbohydrate, 1.5g dietary fibre,

1985 kJ (470 Cals).

australian tasty cheeseTo buy Select a block of cheese

that has consistent colouring all over

and ensure it has no cracking or dry

patches. The colour and texture will

vary depending on the maturity of

the cheese.

Best in Tasty cheese can be

served sliced or cubed on a cheese

platter, melted on toast or grated and

added to savoury dishes such as

pastas, pizza or soufflé. Sliced or

shaved tasty cheese can also add

some ‘bite’ to your favourite salads.

Storage Best stored in the cheese

compartment of your fridge between

3-5˚C. Once opened, store in original

wrapping in an airtight container.

Available from the fresh

delicatessen at your Woolworths

supermarket.

My kids love it whenwe make mini pizzas.

Simply cut an Englishmuffin in half, spread with

pizza sauce, add chopped hamand sprinkle with shredded

tasty cheese.Nicky Harper

Woolworths liaison Manager Nicky

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mushroomsTo buy Look for mushrooms with dry, firm skin.

They should be free of any damp patches.

Storage Store mushrooms in a paper bag in

your fridge. Storing them in plastic bags will

cause them to sweat and deteriorate quickly.

Best in Mushrooms make a great main

ingredient in pastas and risottos.

To prepare Simply wipe away any dirt with

a damp cloth or pastry brush (don’t wash

mushrooms as they will absorb water). Trim

the ends of the stems, then use as required.

Mushroom, chicken andchorizo skewersPrep 5 min + 30 min marinating | Cook 8 min |

Serves 6

You will need 12 pre-soaked bamboo skewers

600g chicken thigh fillets, cut into 2cm pieces

2 garlic cloves, crushed

2 tsp dried oregano leaves

1 tbs olive oil

3 chorizo sausages, sliced 1cm thick

200g small mushrooms, halved

lemon wedges, to serve

1Combine chicken, garlic, oregano and oil

in a bowl. Cover and marinate in the fridge

for 30 minutes. Thread chicken, chorizo and

mushrooms onto skewers.

2Heat a chargrill pan or barbecue on high.

Cook skewers, turning occasionally for about

8 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.

Remove from heat and serve with

lemon wedges.

NutritioNal value

Per serve: 33g protein, 26g fat (8.5g saturated fat),

2.5g carbohydrate, 1g dietary fibre, 1605 kJ

(385 Cals).

Woolworths fresh 13

now in season

To buy Look for prawns with firm

flesh, heads and shells in tact. Prawns

should have a pleasant seafood scent.

Storage Place onto a plate lined with

paper towel. Cover with cling wrap and

store in the fridge for up to 2 days.

Or store in an airtight container.

Try this Thread peeled and deveined

green prawns on presoaked bamboo

skewers. Blend a garlic clove, a handful

fresh continental parsley leaves, a small

red chilli, a splash of soy sauce and extra

virgin olive oil and a squeeze of honey to

make a marinade. Marinate prawns

overnight and cook on the grill.

Serve on a bed of rice or with a salad.

Available from the fresh seafood

department or delicatessen at your

local Woolworths supermarket.

Honey prawns with sugar snap peasPrep 10 min + marinating | Cook 15 min |

Serves 4

1 kg green prawns, peeled and deveined,

tails intact

2 tbs soy sauce

1 tbs shaoxing wine

3 tsp cornflour

2 tbs vegetable oil

5cm piece ginger, peeled and shredded

2 garlic cloves, chopped

100g sugar snap peas, trimmed

4 green shallots, cut into 4cm lengths

2 tbs honey

steamed jasmine rice, to serve

1 tsp toasted sesame seeds

1 Combine prawns, soy sauce, shaoxing wine

and cornflour. Marinate for 30 minutes.

2 Heat a wok over high heat and when

hot add half of the oil and swirl to

coat. Cook prawns in batches; removing

them as soon as they change colour and

then set aside.

3 Heat the remaining oil and stir-fry the

ginger and garlic until fragrant. Add the

sugar snap peas and shallots and cook for

2 minutes until they turn bright green. Return

prawns to the wok with any marinade and

honey and toss over heat for 1 minute or until

hot. Serve immediately with steamed jasmine

rice and sprinkled with sesame seeds.

NUTRITIONAL VALUE

Per serve: 25g protein, 11g fat (1g saturated

fat), 15g carbohydrate, 2g dietary fibre,

1095 kJ (260 Cals).

For a quick prawn dish, marinate in crushed garlic and butter for 30 minutes, cook in a fry pan and serve with a simple salad. Too easy! Andrew GoudieWoolworths Business Manager – SeafoodAndrew

green prawns

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And now, Bulla’s favourite fl avours also come in new snack size cups.Pick them up in your local supermarket.

It’s really, really creamy.

Our new Sundae makes it a fun day for the whole family.

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budgetbitesDelicious treats don’t have to hurt the hippocket. These flavour-packed scrolls prove it!

+great

quality,lower prices

Woolworths fresh 15

no fancy packaging

Cheesy bacon scrollsPrep 20 min | Makes 12

Preheat oven to 200°C. Line 2 baking trays

with baking paper. Trim rind from 2 rashers

Home Brand Middle Bacon and chop finely.

Fry in a non-stick frying pan over medium heat

until golden. Cool. Sift 2 cups Home Brand

Self-Raising Flour into a bowl. Chop 50g

Home Brand Butter and rub into flour using

your fingertips. Add ¾ cup Home Brand

Milk and mix to a soft dough. Lightly knead

on floured surface until smooth. Roll out to

a 25 x 30cm rectangle. Scatter bacon and

1 cup grated Home Brand Tasty Cheddar

Cheese over. Starting from the long side, roll

up. Cut into 12 even slices and place on trays.

Top each with a little extra grated cheese and

Cut down your shopping billwithout compromising

on quality. Home Brandhas all your everyday

essentials at great prices.Clarissa Di Pietrantonio

Woolworths Fresh magazine- Managing Editor Clarissa

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what’s for dinner

fire up the barbieLooking for tasty meals you can whip up on thebarbie? From Monday to Friday, we’ve got yourfamily feasts covered.

mondayChargrilledvegetable stackFull of fresh flavour, thisvegetarian option makes fora healthy hit.

RECIPE DEVELOPMENT DIXIE ELLIOTT PHOTOGRAPHY CATH MUSCATSTYLIST MICHELLE NOERIANTO FOOD PREPARATION CHRISTINE SHEPPARD

Woolworths fresh 17

tuesdayChinese-style snapperFor a modern take on traditionalbarbecue fare, throw some freshfish on the barbie.

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what’s for dinner

Barbecue sausages withpolenta and tomatoesPrep 10 min | Cook 8 min | Serves 4

4 cups Woolworths Select Liquid

Chicken Stock

1 cup polenta

25g butter

¾ cup finely grated parmesan

¼ cup continental parsley leaves,

roughly chopped

8 Woolworths Select Gourmet

Beef Sausages

4 roma tomatoes, halved lengthways

1Bring chicken stock to the boil in a large

deep saucepan. Add polenta in a slow

steady steam, stirring constantly. Reduce heat

to low and continue to stir for approximately

10-15 minutes or until bright yellow and grains

are soft. Add butter, parmesan and parsley.

Stir until combined. Cover to keep warm.

2Meanwhile, heat a barbecue grill plate

on medium heat. Cook sausages for

8 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned

on all sides and cooked through. Season

tomatoes with salt and pepper. Add to

hotplate, cut side down. Cook for 1 minute.

Turn and cook for a further minute or until

cooked through. Spoon polenta onto serving

plates and top with sausages and tomatoes.

wednesdayBarbecue sausages withpolenta and tomatoA classic favourite, this simple dishis sure to become a family staple.

wine MATCh

Peter Lehmann Shiraz Grenache

is the perfect barbecue wine. The

nose is tantalisingly spicy.

Chinese-stylesnapperPrep 10 min | Cook 6 min | Serves 4

¼ cup Home Brand Salt Reduced

Soy Sauce

2 tbs kecap manis

1 tbs malt vinegar

1 tsp sesame oil

4 small whole snappers (available in

selected Woolworths supermarkets)

5 green shallots, trimmed, thinly sliced

diagonally

6cm piece ginger, peeled, finely shredded

2 tsp peanut oil

2 bunches asparagus, trimmed

fried shallots, to serve

1Combine soy sauce, kecap manis, vinegar

and sesame oil in a jug. Season with salt

and white pepper. Set aside. Preheat barbecue

hotplate over medium heat.

2With a sharp knife, make four diagonal

slashes into each side of the fish. Put half

of the shallots and ginger into the cavity. Brush

fish with oil and place onto barbecue. Cook for

3 minutes on each side or until fish is cooked

through. Cook asparagus on the barbecue

or in a pan of boiling water until just tender.

Transfer to a large serving platter.

3Top with remaining shallot and ginger.

Pour over dressing, sprinkle with fried

shallots and serve.

We Recommend

Keep yourWoolworths Fresh

continental Parsley Leaves

in tip-top condition by storing

upright in a small container,

with the cut stems in water.

Cover with a plastic bag and

it will stay super fresh for

three to four days.

We Recommend

Home Brand Salt Reduced Soy

Sauce is an everyday pantry

essential and is perfect for Asian-

style recipes. Use it to create your

very own stir-fry sauces or as a

dipping sauce for Asian favourites

such as spring rolls and dim sims.

Cooking on the barbie is a great way to savetime. You can throw together a delicious summer

meal in just minutes.christine Sheppard

Woolworths Fresh magazine - Food editor Christine

Chargrilledvegetable stackPrep 20 min | Cook 20 min | Serves 4

½ cup Woolworths Fresh continental

Parsley Leaves, finely chopped

½ cup extra virgin olive oil

finely grated rind of 1 lemon

600g pumpkin, deseeded, peeled,

cut into 1cm thick slices

olive oil cooking spray

1 medium eggplant, cut into thin

round slices

2 red capsicum, deseeded, quartered

3 small zucchini, trimmed, thinly sliced

lengthways

olive oil cooking spray

200g feta, crumbled

1Preheat a barbecue grill on medium

heat. Combine parsley, oil, lemon rind,

salt and pepper in a jug.

2Spray pumpkin slices (away from

barbecue) and cook for 2 minutes

on each side or until charred and tender.

Transfer to a large plate. Cover to

keep warm. Spray, cook and cover

remaining vegetables until tender.

3Layer vegetables onto plates, adding

feta and drizzling with parsley oil.

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thursdayThai beef saladPrep 15 min | Cook 8 min | Serves 4

650g rump steak

2 tsp vegetable oil

3 Lebanese cucumbers

250g punnet cherry tomatoes, halved

1 small red onion, thinly sliced

1 cup coriander leaves

½ cup mint leaves

⅓ cup sweet chilli sauce

1 large lime, juiced

1 tbs fish sauce

1Heat a barbecue grill on high. Brush

steaks with oil and season with salt and

pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side

for medium-rare or until cooked to your

liking. Cooking time may vary depending

on the thickness of steaks. Transfer to

a plate and stand for 10 minutes. Thinly

slice diagonally.

2Cut cucumber in half lengthways

and remove seeds using a teaspoon.

Thinly slice each half diagonally and place

into a large bowl. Add tomatoes, onion,

coriander, mint and steak. Toss ingredients

until well combined.

3Combine chilli sauce, lime juice and fish

sauce in a jug. Add to salad and toss

until well combined.

fridayLime chicken withchargrilled mangoPrep 15 min | Cook 8 min | Serves 4

2 large limes, juiced (you will need

⅓ cup juice)

2 tbs olive oil

1 garlic clove, crushed

600g chicken thigh fillets, trimmed

2 mangoes, cheeks removed

80g baby rocket leaves

1 large avocado, halved, stone and skin

removed, diced

125g pkt whole macadamia nuts

1Combine lime juice, olive oil and garlic

in a jug and season with sea salt flakes

and white pepper. Lay chicken thigh fillets

in a shallow ceramic dish. Pour 80ml of

the marinade over the chicken and reserve

remainder (2 tbs) for dressing. Cover chicken

and refrigerate for 15 minutes.

2Heat a barbecue grill plate on medium

heat. Add chicken and cook for 4 minutes.

Turn and cook for a further 3-4 minutes or until

cooked through. Add mango cheeks, flesh

side down. Cook for 1 minute until seared.

Transfer both to a plate, cover and keep warm.

3Combine rocket, avocado and macadamias

in a bowl. Add reserved dressing and turn

gently to combine. Pile salad onto plates and

serve with chicken and mango.

we recommend

It’smango season! Keep

yours in top condition by

storing in the fridge for

three to five days once ripe.

wine match

A little bit of chilli calls for a hint of

sweetness in the wine and Brown

Brothers crouchen & riesling is

a great match.

what’s for dinner

Fruit makes vegies

nicer!

Convenient new re-sealable mushroom bags, exclusive to Woolworths, fi nd them in the fresh produce section of your local Woolworths or Safeway store.

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We go behind the scenes with d’VineRipe and Perfection Fresh,the team who work with our Woolworths Fresh buyers to bring

you the very best truss tomatoes.

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FLAVOUR SAVERto make the most of their flavour, tomatoes should bestored in a single layer at room temperature, out of directsunlight, for 2 to 3 days. if you need to store them forlonger than this you can store them in a plastic bag in thecrisper section of your fridge for up to 1 week. however,for the best flavour, they should be brought to roomtemperature before using.

our grower’s story

tomato plant 40 metres

long sounds like something

out of a science fiction

film, but there’s a South

Australian giant glasshouse

just full of them.

D’VineRipe chose Two Wells, a town

40 kilometres north of Adelaide, as the site

for its tomato growing operations because

of its perfect climatic conditions. Today,

its state-of-the-art glasshouse covers

8.2 hectares and is filled with up to

350,000 plants that are carefully tended

to provide the best possible tomatoes for

Perfection Fresh.

And what exactly is the perfect truss

tomato? “It needs to be evenly sized

and coloured, firm to touch and a rich,

red colour — orange is just not good

enough!” says Leon Maree, d’VineRipe’s

general manager.

“It’s a very versatile tomato — good for

sandwiches and salads but also great for

cooking. Personally, I just like them raw

with olive oil.”

The truss tomato plants are put into the

glasshouse as six-week-old seedlings

and can start bearing fruit two months

later. Each plant can be productive

for 12 months and produce up to 40

kilograms of fruit. They grow strung up on

nylon strings attached to the roof of the

glasshouse and the tomatoes are allowed

to ripen on the vine to ensure they have

a delicious sweet taste. Water, food and

A juicy, sweet-acidic tomato is a wonderfuladdition to any meal, from a summer saladthrough to a winter stew. Although oftenclassed as a vegetable, tomatoes are actuallya fruit.Annette McFarlandWoolworths Fresh Buyer

temperature levels in the glasshouse are

also constantly monitored to ensure the

plants are healthy and bearing the best

tomatoes possible. “you can take nothing

for granted,” explains Leon.

“Woolworths have very high standards

and what I really like is that when you

deliver outstanding tomatoes, they

always take the time to let you know

you have done a good job.”

top tipsTo buy Look for bright red coloured

tomatoes. They should feel relatively

heavy for their size, and be free

of any black or soft patches.

Their skin should look smooth,

with no wrinkles.

To prepare If using tomatoes in cooking,

you may like to peel them first so that

you don’t get stringy bits of skin in the

resulting sauce or soup. To do this, cut

a small cross in the base of each tomato

then stand in boiling water for 1 minute.

Remove to a bowl of cold water then

quickly peel away the skin.

Best in Truss tomatoes are very versatile

and are great in salads, tossed through

cooked pasta with some fresh basil and

bocconcini or baked with fish.

Annette

LeonMaree

what’s happening in january

BE REWARDEDDon’t forget to present your registeredand linked Woolworths Everyday Rewardscard whenever you shop, to earn points atWoolworths supermarkets, BIG W, BWS andDick Smith stores. You can redeem QantasFrequent Flyer points for all kinds of greatproducts like Woolworths Gift Cards, ipodsand much more. For more information visiteverydayrewards.com.au

Your support is helping tomake a difference at:• The Children’s Hospital at Westmead

funding research into neurology.

• John Hunter Children’s Hospital by funding

an Ambulatory Care Centre which will care for

and keep seriously ill children out of hospital.

• Orange Base Hospital which opens in

March and will now have new medical

equipment for the children’s ward.

• The Royal Children’s Hospital in Brisbane

which is funding lifesaving research by the

Queensland Infectious Diseases Laboratory.

• Princess Margaret Hospital in Perth is

funding specialised paediatric palliative care

for children and adolescents with life limiting

illnesses.

• The Women’s and Children’s Hospital

Adelaide is upgrading the ward specialising

in care for new newborns to babies up to

12 months old.

• Coffs Harbour Hospital is purchasing new

medical equipment including a new ventilator.

• Medical equipment will be upgraded at

Darwin, Katherine and Alice Springs Hospitals.

• And funding research at The Children’s

Leukaemia and Cancer Research Foundation.

The Fresh Food Kids Hospital Appeal

is also supporting other children’s hospitals

and children’s wards around Australia.

For more details visit woolworths.com.au

thank YOU fOrYOUr sUppOrtOur 2009 Fresh Food Kids Hospital Appeal raisedover $6 million nationally. This is helping to makea difference to the kids in children’s hospitalsaround Australia.

CONTRIBUTORSWoolworths Business Manager - Media Integration: Gillian Rogan

Woolworths Fresh Liaison Manager:Nicky Harper

Managing Editor: Clarissa Di Pietrantonio

Food Editor: Christine Sheppard

Art Director: Aspasia Comino

Production Manager: Neridah Burke

Advertising Production Coordinator:Annalicia Young

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in this magazine, or any errors, omissions or mistakes in

editorial references. Woolworths Fresh November 2009.

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Woolworths Fresh magazine are available in all states in the

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From Fremantle to Devonport, Mosman to Milingimbi, on

January 26 we come together as a nation to celebrate what’s

great about Australia. Woolworths is a proud supporter of

Australia Day and invites you to come down to one of the

hundreds of Australia Day events around the country.

Since 2001, Woolworths has supported the annual Australia Day

Ambassador Program which sees high achieving Australians

from the arts, sciences, business, sports and other arenas travel

to communities all over the country and act as a focal point for

local celebrations.

Woolworths is a member of communities throughout the country

so taking part in local Australia Day celebrations is a natural fit.

Look out for your local Woolworths or Safeway staff manager who

will be appearing at many local Australia Day events.

To get into the Aussie spirit or find out more info on the Australia

Day Ambassador Program and what’s on in your local

community, visit woolworths.com.au or australiaday.org.au.

Meet some of this year’s ambassadors:• Christine Nixon APM, head of the Victorian Bushfire

Reconstruction and Recovery Authority and former chief

commissioner of the Victoria Police will be at Swan Hill and

Lake Boga in Victoria.

• John Blackman, radio and television personality and star

of Hey Hey It’s Saturday for almost three decades, will be

appearing in Rosny Park, near Hobart in Tasmania.

• Max Walker, former cricketer and AFL player, sports

commentator and author will be at Dromana, Victoria.

• Also, look out for multi-award winning chef Luke Magnan and

entrepreneur, aviator and former Australian of the Year, Dick Smith

AO, both of whom will be out and about at celebrations in New

South Wales.

AUSSIES DOING US PROUD!

Australian cricket legend, Adam

Gilchrist (pictured above), who chairs

the National Australia Day Council,

said that with Woolies’ help the

Ambassador Program was now a

success across the country.

“This year over 400 communities in

every state and territory will have the

opportunity to hear from some of our

most prominent citizens about what

being an Australian means to them.”

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GETTINGORGANISEDAdd these items to your back to schoolshopping list and go to the top of theclass!

Tarzan’s Grip Glue StickWith new Tarzan’s Grip Glue Stick, you won’thave to worry about messy dog eared pages or

cardboard edges lifting up on school projectsever again. The unique triangle shape gets rightinto the corners and edges of paper, fabric orcardboard. It’s easy to grip, doesn’t roll off thetable and there is a space for kids to write theirname! Tarzan’s Grip Glue Stick applies purpleand dries clear. Available in 12g and 25g sizes, itis non-toxic, acid-free and best of all mess-free!

AFTER SCHOOL PROJECT:Make this super simple door hangerfor your bedroom.

What you’ll need: coloured cardboard,coloured paper, fabric strips, Tarzan’s Gripglue stick and old magazines.

How to make it:

1Cut the cardboard into a rectangle shape(210mm high x 110mm wide).

2Using the base of a cup, trace a circleshape onto one end of the cardboard

rectangle and cut out to form the hanger.

3Cut the letters of your name out thecardboard paper. Then cut out images or

characters from old magazines. And finally cutout interesting shapes from the fabric.

4Arrange letters and images and fabricshapes onto door hanger and glue.

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Go the distance with KilometricoPaper Mate Kilometrico is Australia’s number 1 selling ball penand does actually write for over a kilometre! Already availablein business colours and i-colours, they are now joined by theexciting new Fluoro Colours. The fluoro colours are exclusive toWoolworths in packs of 10 and contain bright shades of yellow,green, pink, purple and orange. Also new to the Kilometricofamily is the 4 ball pen available in Business colours 2pk orNeon colours single pack. The 4 ball pen is an economicalsmooth writing ballpoint pen with a comfortable rubber grip andconvenient retractable button. Perfect for your pencil case!

Sharpie sharpenstheir range• New to the Sharpie range isthe world’s first Sharpie Pen.Available in black or blue packs of2, it won’t bleed through paper, isacid-free, fade and water-resistant,and smear-resistant when dry. Theunique extruded plastic tip allows fordurability and line width consistency.

• The text you highlight is important.Keep it legible with the new SharpieAccent Pocket Highlighters inpacks of 4 assorted colours.Featuring the patented smearguardink technology, to resist smearingof most pen and marker inks,the versatile chisel tip is great forhighlighting or underlining.

• Sharpie Rub-a-Dub Laundry Marker isperfect for parents who want to get organisedthis school year. It marks on white and light-

coloured clothing, fabrics and synthetics. Oncedry, the ink remains permanent throughout

washing and dry cleaning so is perfect to keeptrack of school uniforms and school bags. Besure to add a Sharpie Rub-a-Dub LaundryMarker to your back to school shopping list.

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LUNCH TIMEA good, healthy lunch is important if you are going toget the most from your school day. Check out the greatrange of lunch box solutions at your local Woolworths.

Nude Food MoversCheck out the new Nude Food Moverrange of lunch, sandwich and snackboxes, insulated neoprene covers,stackable mix and match tube containersand a clever meal box complete withan in-built fork and leak-proof saladdressing pod. With secure storage spaceand snack compartments, Nude FoodMovers eliminate the need for portion-sized packaged foods. You can now buythese foods in bulk and pack, complyingwith ‘Rubbish Free Lunch Days’ or‘Nude Food Days’ at school. Plus –the entire range has hinged lids – sono more container lids going missing inschool bags. Add these microwaveable,dishwasher-safe and durable food moversto your back to school shopping list!

Smash Insulated Lunch Boxes,Bags & BottlesJust in time for back to school 2010, Smash have revamped theirrange of insulated lunch boxes, bags and bottles with an all newcollection of cool designs. Every Smash product has a lead-freelining and the drink bottles are PVC and Phthalate-free. Each lunchbox or bag comes with a bonus reusable gel ice sheet. Simplyfreeze overnight and place into the lunch bag or bottle to ensureyour child’s food stays cool and fresh throughout the day.Get in early to secure your desired design!

Sistema Slimline QuaddieThe Sistema Slimline Quaddie features lunchstorage, two snack compartments, a drink flask anda hinged lid. This versatile product is ideal for a widevariety of school lunch requirements. Eliminating theneed for cling wraps and foil, the Slimline Quaddieis perfect for the rubbish-free lunch. It is freezer anddishwasher-safe.

Sistema Kilpo ContainersMade from high quality lead-free virgin materials,the Sistema Klipo range offers the ultimate utilitystorage. These functional containers are available ina variety of desired and fun colours. There are foursizes in the range – 200ml, 400ml, 675ml and 1 litrewhich offer the ideal solution for all food, stationeryand multi-use storage needs. They are freezer,dishwasher and microwave-safe.

Sistema drinkbottles

From the kids favourite HappyBottle to the 750ml Sports

Bottle, there is a Sistema drinkbottle to suit every back to

school need. All bottles featurethe Twist ‘N’ Sip top which bringsa new dimension to your drinkingstyle. The entire range of Sistema

bottles are available now in amultitude of fun colours.

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words Narelle Mullerphotography cath Muscatstylist Michelle NoeriaNtocolours and styles may vary from store to store

schoolhback to

Your child’s first milestonesteps into formal education

are the start of a hugelearning curve for all.

❋29 First-day bluesHow to deal with all the changes ahead,plus stranger danger.

31 Hygiene and sun saFetyKeeping your kids healthy from theclassroom to the playground.

32 backPacksGo for sensibility over style.

33 transPort and bullyingGetting your kids to school on the bus,plus the lowdown on bullying.

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STRANGER DANGER• Be sure to talk to your child about safety issues.

• Teach your children about consequences. If we threaten punishment and then

neglect to follow through, what we say becomes meaningless.

• While you won’t want to scare them, they should be aware of the importance of

staying within designated areas in the school grounds at all times and of not talking

to strangers.

• Teach your kids a “safety password” that anyone other than you who picks them up

from school must say before your child leaves with them. If they say the word, your

child knows it’s OK to go, if they don’t, they’ll know you haven’t sent them.

• Organise pick-up points in advance to avoid any after-school confusion.

Terror, excitement, foreboding, sadness and

exhilaration. All these emotions will inevitably

come to the fore on your child’s first day of

school… and that’s just how you’ll be feeling!

Just imagine all the thoughts that are

racing through your child’s mind! But seriously,

starting school, kindy or prep means

life-changing events on a daily basis for the

next 10-12 years.

It is the beginning of the road to

forging new relationships, to learning, and

experiencing an array of exciting new things

outside the home.

No wonder the whole experience is met

with trepidation in families across the country

each year – suddenly, your baby will be away

from your protective gaze.

But it’s important to remember there are

wonderful, caring teachers all around, who

are passionate about nurturing our young

leaders of tomorrow.

So give yourself a pat on the back and

feel good in the knowledge you’ve laid

a solid foundation.

You’ve taught your child the basics of right

and wrong, packed healthy food to fuel their

growing mind and body.

And when it is time to come home, you’ll be

there with the hugs and cuddles, listening to

their stories and offering help and advice.

CHECK LIST• Pencil caseMake sure it is easy to open

and stays shut when contents are inside.

Try Smash Roll Up Pencil Case.

• Pencils HB are usually the preferred

type for junior school pupils.

• Pencil sharpener Ones with a catcher

attached, so shavings don’t fall on the

floor, are handy. Kids will love Maped

Clean Cut Sharpener or Maped 1

Hole Shaker Sharpener.

• Coloured pencils A basic set is

usually fine for most kids. We love

Faber-Castell Tri Grip Coloured

Pencils 12pk.

• Eraser These often go missing for

some reason, a multi-pack can be

good value. Keep spares at home.

• Crayons A standard set for most

beginners will do the trick. Try

Faber-Castell Jumbo Crayons 10pk.

• Scissors Sturdy and non-pointed such

as Maped Kidicut Scissors are your

best bet.

• Glue Basic paper glue.

• Lunch box An airtight, easy-to-open

lunch box and drink bottle are everyday

essentials. Cooler bags are great for

transporting food and drinks in warmer

months.

first-day blues

Woolworths has everything you need to go to the top of theclass. From back packs to stationery, we’ve got all yourback to school needs covered.

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SUN SAFETY• There is no way you will be able to

keep a child out of the sun completely

during the hottest hours of the day,

so the next best thing is to take

preventative action. Apply a good-

quality sunscreen such as Woolworths

Select Clear ZInc Sunscreen 100g

before your child leaves for school and

purchase an easy roll-on sunscreen they

can re-apply themselves at school for

times when you know they’ll be outside,

such as sports or excursion days.

• Talk to teachers and find out if there

is a “no hat, no play” policy at your

school during lunch breaks. If your child

knows they won’t be allowed out to play

without their hat, they are less likely to

forget to take it. Hats are notorious for

going wandering, so be sure they are

clearly labelled on the inside with your

child’s name and class.

• Remind your child of the importance

of drinking plenty of water before, during

and after playing outdoors on hot days.

HYGIENEWash hands This is the single most

effective way to avoid spreading germs

that cause illness and infection. Hands

should be washed before eating and after

using the toilet – always.

Toilet manners Be sure your child knows

the drill. Only one person in a toilet cubicle

at a time, check you are properly dressed

before leaving the toilet, flush toilets after

use and, again, wash hands.

No sharing food Schools have policies

on this. Kids should be told not to ask for,

or accept, food from others.

Tidy hair It’s more than just about

appearances. Clean, tidy, well-kept hair

is also a health and hygiene issue. If hair

is long, tie it back or use a headband to

keep it off the face and out of the eyes.

Woolworths Select Hair Elastics, Head

Bands, Clips and Bobbi Pins will help

you do the job (pictured top left).

Headlice Children are less likely to catch

head lice if they wear their own hat.

Treatments such as Quit Nits Complete

Head Lice Kit are available in store.

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GEARING UPA child who is well equipped for school is ready for learning and embracing new experiences. For the best possible start, children need the right

gear. That does not mean it has to be the most expensive or fashionable, but it should be practical and durable to meet the needs of an energetic

year ahead. It’s easy to let appearances rule decisions here, but remember, your child will have to lug it around, so choose one which is a sensible

size and is easy to carry. Backpack-style bags and lunch bags mean weight is evenly distributed for better posture. Also, never write your child’s

name on the outside of the bag (see Stranger Danger, page 30). We love: Fuel Back Pack range (pictured above in pink and opposite page in

blue with Smash Aluminium Bottle), Smash Lunch Case and Bottle (picture right).

BULLIESMost schools take a zero-tolerance approach to bullying,

so if your child is a victim, you should inform the school

immediately.

While bullying is almost inevitable to some degree, it is

never acceptable and parents should never take a “toughen

up” approach to complaints.

Bullying takes many forms and goes beyond physical

violence – name calling, making people feel left out and

spreading rumours are all considered bullying, too.

Encourage your child to speak up, whether they are a

victim themselves, or know someone who is.

CATCHING PUBLICTRANSPORTAs children get the hang of their

new school experience, they

may be ready to start catching

public transport.

Even if they are travelling with

older siblings or friends, they will

still need to understand there is

a certain level of responsibility

involved with catching the bus

or train to school.

Fares, tickets or passes must

be kept in a safe place and they

will have to learn the routine

and transport timetable.

Etiquette is another important

point to teach your child – school

children should give up their seat

for a full-fare-paying adult.

Ease your child into their

routine (and give yourself some

much-needed peace of mind!)

by accompanying them on their

first few journeys while they get

used to it.

A healthy, balanced diet is important for learning minds to stay focused.Dr Rosemary Stanton’s weekly meal planner for school kids is a great start!

brain food

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Breakfast: Wholegrain toast with poached

or boiled egg and strawberries.

Snack: An apple.

Drink: Fat-reduced milk, plain or flavoured.

Lunch: Tuna pasta salad and slices of

watermelon or rockmelon.

FRESH TIP• Regular multigrain or wholemeal toast also

makes a good snack, and fruit toasts such

as raisin bread are good too. If kids are really

hungry, grilled cheese on toast is always a

popular afterschool snack, but skip the

sweet spreads such as jam or chocolate.

• Tuna contains important omega-3s, often

thought of as ‘brain food’.

Breakfast: Weetbix with sliced banana,

fat-reduced milk and a sprinkling of sultanas.

Snack: Wholewheat crackers with sliced

cheese.

Drink: Icy cold water (freeze overnight).

Lunch: Lavash (or mountain bread) spread

with light cream cheese, grated carrot

and raisins, rolled and wrapped.

Rockmelon cubes.

FRESH TIPQuality cereals such as Weetbix or Vita brits

are just as suitable in the afternoon as at

breakfast. And some kids even say they love a

bowl of porridge on a cold winter afternoon.

Cereals are important for fibre!

Breakfast: Fruit salad with yoghurt, topped

with toasted walnuts and sunflower seeds.

Raisin toast.

Snack: Grapes or a nectarine.

Drink: Fat reduced milk, plain or flavoured

Lunch: Tandoori chicken dippers with raita

and 6 cherry tomatoes.

FRESH TIPTo make the most of their playtime, school-

age kids tend to eat food that’s conveniently

packaged, so it’s quick and easy to eat.

Rather than giving children salty potato chips

or biscuits, serve them fresh food in small,

individually wrapped portions such as nuts,

reduced-salt rice crackers, grapes, sultanas

or reduced fat yoghurt.

monday tuesday wednesday

MUM’S SECRETWhen cooking pasta or rice dinners, simply make extra quantities and portion into airtight containers.It will keep for 2 days in the fridge, so there’s a quick and healthy lunch for your kids the next day!

Breakfast: Turkish bread, split and toasted,

then topped with sliced tomato and cheese.

Mandarin or orange.

Snack: Small carton yoghurt with fresh berries

or passionfruit pulp.

Drink: Icy cold water.

Lunch: Potato and red capsicum tortilla

filled with lettuce, tomato and celery.

Slices of melon (any combination of

watermelon, rockmelon and honeydew).

FRESH TIPYoghurt is the ultimate fast snack food.

Choose fat-reduced varieties for preference.

Top source of protein, calcium, zinc and other

nutritional goodies.

Breakfast: Porridge topped with cinnamon

and a sprinkle of brown sugar. A few berries.

Snack: Watermelon or rockmelon slices.

Drink: Smoothie or small juice.

Lunch: Roast beef and chutney wrap.

A handful of cherries, a peach or pear.

TOP TIPTeachers can pick the kids who skip breakfast

because their focus fades rapidly during the

morning. Make it a rule that no-one leaves

home without breakfast. Smoothies are

great for breakfast or after school treats. Blend

fat-reduced milk and yoghurt with banana or

some frozen berries or frozen mango cheeks

for top value calcium protein and vitamins.

Hawaiian sticks

Makes 6

6 cubes tasty cheese

6 cherry tomatoes

2 slices leg ham off the bone,

cut into 2cm wide strips

100g fresh pineapple, peeled and

cut into 6 chunks

Place a cube of cheese at one end of a

toothpick. Follow with a cherry tomato, a

slice of ham, then a chunk of pineapple.

Repeat with remaining ingredients and serve.

thursday friday after school snack

For more recipe ideas and to use our online

lunch box planner visit woolworths.com.au

and follow the links to Fresh Food Kids.

cool schoolAdd some colour to your school day with these funnew must-haves available from the stationery aisleat your local Woolworths supermarket.

Sellotape goes neonExclusive to Woolworths, Sellotape Neon tape is an 18mmtinted, invisible sticky tape enclosed in a funky matching coloureddispenser. The innovative dispenser is fully covered to protect thetape and make it ideal for including in your pencil case. Availablein 4 different tints which stand out when placed on paper but areinvisible when photocopied. For creative ideas using neon tapevisit sellotape.com.au

Choose your favourite BIC CristalThe original Cristal Ball pen provide a constant, smooth inkflow and offer great value this back to school with a bonussticky note pad, exclusive to Woolworths. These iconic pensare available in a fresh new look pack of 5 or 10 individual orassorted colours. New Cristal Gel pens are smooth as –the gel ink glides across the page with a 0.8mm point size forprecise, fluid writing and are available in packs of 5 assortedblue, black and red inks. New Cristal Shimmers are funky,everyday ball pens with an assortment of ink colours in everypack. Fun, affordable and colourful, express yourself with BIC!

Write, Delete,RepeatPilot Frixion Ball is a uniquegel pen available in a rangeof fashionable colours. Theyare perfect for everyday useespecially at school and if youmake a mistake simply use thesilver ball tip to erase. Just rubrapidly and the ink will disappearready for you to re-write overany mistakes. Look out for theexciting new pack design inWoolworths stores now.

Meet the wild onesWild One’s scissors inspire creativityand make cutting fun! These colourfulcharacters will brighten up any deskand are sure to be your child’s favouritenew friends. Six fun characters tocollect with a cut out activity on theback of each pack to keep your kidsamused.

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From pens to paper, staplers to scissors,Woolworths has everything you need foryour first day back at school this year.

Brighten up your stationery with MarbigGo back to school in style this year with the latest designer range ofstationery fromMarbig. Mix and match from 4 new funky designs

exclusive to Woolworths, guaranteed to brighten up your school day.Available on a range of products including; glossy lever arch files andring binders, refillable display books, spiral notebooks in various sizesand glossy pencil cases. Ditch the boring this year and be the envyof all your classmates with these too cool for school products from

Marbig available at your local Woolworths supermarket!

Maped stationeryMaped’s extensive range ofstationery covers everythingyou need for your schoolpencil case. From erasers,sharpeners, scissors, staplersand compasses, Mapedproducts are innovative,functional, unique in style andappeal to mums and kidsalike. New toMaped in 2010are the black pyramid erasersin packs of 2, the clean 1-hole and 2-hole sharpenersthat capture your shavingswith no mess and the 2-piecestudy compass. Look out forthese exciting new productsat your local Woolworthssupermarket today!

Spirax notebooksSpirax notebooks have always been the perfect back to schoolcompanion and now they are available in Woolworths supermarkets.No matter what your style or preference, there is sure to be a Spiraxproduct to suit your needs.

Spirax subjectbooks

Cited by the Board of StudiesAustralia, the new Spirax

Subject Book with coloured,glossy reference pages hasbeen designed to assist in

educational development ofhigh school students. Look outfor the English, Mathematics,and Science subject books

at your local Woolworthssupermarket.

Spirax A5 notebooksA hard front and back cover makes taking notes

easy as the hard cover not only protects the paperbut also acts as a table. Available at Woolworths in

a number of bright colours and with a bonusArtline 200 Fineliner Pen.

Spirax notebooks andlecture booksWith an iconic yellow houndstooth cover bound witha sturdy black wiro, Spirax Notebooks feature therenowned Spirax quality and are easy on the wallet.Available in 3 styles – A4, A5 and reporter spiral.Spirax Lecture Books are perfect for when you needto file pages after use, or store in a binder. Each leaf hastwo ruled sides and are seven-hole punched for use intwo, three or four-ringed binders.

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Perfect for satisfying those after-school munchies,these apple and avocado snack ideas are yummy,healthy and easy to prepare!

A is for...what you’ll need:

RECIPE DEVELOPMENT CHRISTINE SHEPPARD PHOTOGRAPHY LOUISE LISTERSTYLIST KRISTINE DURAN-THIESSEN FOOD PREPARATION DOMINIC SMITH

A grown-up to helpyou chop up the fruit.

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APPLE SKEWERSWHAT YOU’LL NEED: Red and green

apples, skewers, an adult to help cut the

fruit, chopping board and knife, the juice

of 1 orange to stop the apples from turning

a brown colour.

HOW: Cut apples into quarters and

remove core. Cut each quarter into

about 3 pieces. Pour over orange juice.

Slide alternate pieces – 1 red, then

1 green piece – of apple onto skewers.

WHAT'S SO GOOD ABOUT

APPLES: Just one apple a day will

give you ¼ of the vitamin C you need.

WHEN: There are lots of different

types of apples available all year round.

TIP: Keep apples in the fridge to keep

them crisp.

WHAT'S SO GOOD ABOUT

AVOCADOES: They are a good

source of vitamin E and vitamin B6.

WHEN: Avocadoes are available all

year.

TIP: Try growing your own avocado

tree. Push the seed into a pot and

watch it grow!

AVOCADO DIPWHAT YOU’LL NEED: Avocado, chopping

board and knife, an adult to help you, yoghurt,

and a packet of Woolworths Fresh Quick

Bites from the Fresh department in store.

HOW: Cut the avocado in half and remove

the seed. Using a large spoon, scoop the

flesh into a bowl. Mash the avocado using a

fork. Add ¼ cup low-fat natural yoghurt and

mix until smooth. Dip the Quick Bites in and

start munching!

A is for apple & avocado

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on the CASeFor everything you need on your first day back at schoolcheck out the stationery aisle at your local Woolworths.

Highlight withStabiloWell known from all aroundthe globe and now available inWoolworths is the Stabilo rangeof fluorescent highlighters. Lookout for the Boss Original in packsof 2 and 4 as well as Swing Coolin packs of 4. Stabilo highlighterscan be used for up to 4 hourswithout replacing the cap. Nomore having to worry about yourhighlighter running out duringthose long study periods! ChooseStabilo for quality you can trust!

Smashing stationery• Smash have all your back to school needs coveredthis year! You’re sure to find a pencil case to suit yourindividual style. Choose from our range ofWetsuit,Tin, Zipper, Tube orRoll Up pencil cases in selecteddesigns and colours exclusive to Woolworths.• Smash A4 Slimline zip up binders are back in2010 with the added bonus of a pencil case andnote pad. Stand out in the class room with one ofseveral new designs exclusive to Woolworths!• New from Smash are adorable animalbackpacks the kids will love. Smaller than theaverage back pack, they have been designedspecifically to fit securely on a younger child so thatit does not overload them or put strain on their lowerback. Exclusive to Woolworths in Hippo, Frog andZebra designs.

Colour it with TextaThe Original Texta is an Australianowned brand committed to providingproducts of utmost quality, reliabilityand safety. Texta Nylorites are bright,water-based colouring pens withsmooth fibre tips, child-safe ventilatedcaps and a long lasting ink supply.Available in packs of 12, they are theperfect choice for everyday colouringat great value. For fun colouring ideasand to join the texta kids club, visittexta.com.au

Texta Zoom Twist Crayons are the original twist crayons. Thereis no need for sharpening as the easy-to-use twist barrel propelsthe crayon when required, leaving no mess. The crayon thicknessis ideal for all school projects and makes it easy for colouring withinlines. Texta is also the only brand which provides a name tagspace for personalising each individual crayon. Both productsare non-toxic and safe to use. Colour it with Texta!

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Tuck into an all-time Aussie fave this Australia Day.

Jazz up the humble lamingtonby cutting in half andadding fresh whipped creamand Woolworths Select Jam to the middle.David Wells

Woolworths Business Manager – Bakery

Aussie favouritesThis Australia Day, treat yourself to Woolworths Raspberry,

Chocolate or Lemon Lamingtons. Made according to a

traditional recipe with a sponge cake then

dipped in either chocolate, raspberry or lemon fl avoured

coatings and covered in coconut. Lamingtons are perfect

for morning tea or an afternoon treat but also a great

ingredient to add a clever twist to an old favourite recipe.

Available in a pack of 6 from the in store bakery at your

local Woolworths supermarket. Also available are Chocolate

Lamington Fingers 18 pack and Little Lamington Bites

12 pack in Raspberry, Chocolate or Lemon.

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Choc cherry trufflesPrep 20 min | Makes about 50

Crumble a 6 pack of Woolworths

Chocolate Lamingtons into a bowl. Add

100g slivered almonds, toasted, and

100g red glacé cherries, chopped. Stir

in ⅓ cup sweetened condensed milk

and 1 tbs rum (optional) until combined.

Line a baking tray with baking paper.

Place ½ cup cocoa onto a plate. Roll 2

teaspoonsfuls of mixture into a ball. Toss

in cocoa to coat. Transfer to tray. Repeat

with remaining mixture and cocoa. Chill in

the fridge for 10 minutes until firm.

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dream creamCool, simple and tasty. Beat the heat with this classic summer treat.

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Choc topsPrep 5 minutes

Fill a Woolworths Select Waffle Cone with a scoop of Cadbury

Vanilla Ice Cream. Drizzle with Woolworths Select Hard Tops

Chocolate Topping (there are 3 flavours) or pour chocolate

topping into a small bowl and dip top of ice cream in to coat.

Decorate with hundreds and thousands for a colourful effect.

Cadbury Vanilla Ice Creamis a luxurious tasting premiumIce Cream. Cadbury CreamyVanilla Ice Cream can beenjoyed on its own, served in acone, or as an accompanimentto other desserts.The Cadbury Ice Cream rangeis available in tubs andmultipacks in a range of deliciousCadbury flavours such as DairyMilk, Turkish Delight, Flake andHoneycomb Crunchie.

When it comes tokids, get creative with

your ice-cream – you’d beamazed at what you can

do with some Smarties anda few musk sticks!

Sarah SearleWoolworths Promotions Manager

– Perishables Sarah

To enter simply purchase any 2 Kellogg’s® Special K® packsin a single transaction between 04.01.10 and 14.02.10from a Woolworths store and retain your receipt. Then visitwww.specialk.com.au/girlsgetaway, register for the New YouResolution by 11.59pm AEDST on 14.02.10 and enter thedraw for your chance to WIN A GIRL’S GETAWAY. For termsand conditions go to www.specialk.com.au/girlsgetaway

Promoter: Kellogg (Aust.) Pty. Ltd., 41-51 Wentworth Ave, Pagewood 2019, ACN 004 110105. NSW Permit No. LTPS/09/08678, ACT Permit No. TP09/03640, VIC Permit No. 09/2920,SA T09/2207. ® Registered trade marks. Kellogg (Aust) Pty. Ltd. Authorised user.

Relaxation &rejuvenation

Sun, sandand snorkeling

Shop upa storm

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In a range of deliciously irresistible fl avoursin the freezer section of your local Woolworths.

Easy to findHard to resist

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Summer mocktailsto make these glamorous mocktails, diluteyour choice of cordial as directed on thebottle and try these fresh combinations.Apple and Raspberry Use waterand lemonade and add fresh or frozenraspberries, crushed ice and mint leaves.Orange Use water and unsweetenedpineapple juice. add a slice of orange.Lime Use soda water. add ice cubesand garnish with slices of lime.

Woolworths select cordialsQuench your thirst with the fresh flavoursof apple and raspberry Fruit Juicecordial 1l, lime Flavoured cordial 1land orange Juice cordial 1l. With noadded artificial colours or flavours, eachmakes up to 10 litres of a refreshingsummer drink.

Gillian

Mix your favourite dilutedcordial with plain jelly crystals to createyour very own signature jelly – it’s the

perfect summer treat.Gillian Rogan

Woolworths Business Manager – Media Integration

NOTE TO SELF: Get a gorgeous bunch of Clover Hill flowers, available atWoolworths and Safeway supermarkets nationally.

woolworths fresh promotion

CarnationsCarnations bring to us a palette of

vibrant and fashionable colour shades.

Historically, carnations were only

available in pink shades, but now

there are glorious tints and shades

of yellow, orange, red, purple, hot

pink, white, cream and lime green.

Some hot favourites today are

a cream variety with burgundy-

pencilled edging, lemon with cerise

coloured flecks, and a watermelon

colour with an ivory frilled border.

Styling withcarnationsFor homes with a traditional-styled

decor, mix and match the same

colour shades of carnations with roses

– soften with baby’s breath and

hand-picked leaves from your garden.

For a more edgy modern look, have

fun experimenting with a dramatic

selection of bold-coloured tones, such

as cerise, scarlet and lime green.

Complete the styling with a selection

of Asiatic lilies and greenery from

your garden.

Care tips• Always use a sparkling clean vase.

• Remove any foliage that will fall

below the water line.

• Re-cut the stems prior to placing

back into the water.

• Display away from ripening fruit.

• Change the water every three days.

petal powerA floral favourite the world over, carnations are loved for their colourrange, versatility and long-lasting qualities.

going greenFrom sandwiches to salads, side dishes

to a main meal, the fresh tastes and textures of lettuce varieties

are a great base for speedy meals.

all about: lettuce

Cos & baby cos heartsare the variety made famous by the Caesar

salad. Their long green leaves have quite

thick white ribs running down their centre.

Cos lettuce has quite a crisp, crunchy

texture, with a slightly sweet fl avour.

Baby cos lettuce (bottom) is also available

– this variety is much smaller, with a more

delicate fl avour. It’s available all year round.

Cos lettuce is the perfect salad base and

essential for a classic Caesar salad.

Oakleafhas rounded, scalloped leaves.

Available in red and green

varieties, both colours have very

soft and tender leaves, with a

mild fl avour. Oakleaf lettuce is

available all year round and is

great as side salad.

Try this: combine red oakleaf

lettuce leaves with sliced pears

and brie cheese. Drizzle with

olive oil and balsamic vinegar

then serve with chicken or beef.

Icebergis the most popular variety of lettuce in Australia,

used for everything from sandwiches to coleslaw.

It’s also used for Asian-style dishes such as san

choy bau. Its leaves are pale green, and quite fi rm

and crisp in texture. Iceberg lettuce has a

refreshing fl avour, and is available all year round.

Salad greens include both lettucesand other varieties such as chicories,endives, rocket and watercress. They vary in colour, from pale green todeep red, and also vary in flavour,from quite delicate and sweet greens,to strong, bitter-tasting leaves.Yatron Yalda

Woolworths Business Manager

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3 toast slices 3 cheese slices 1 tomato cut into 5 slices 1 boiled egg cut into slices 5 slices of cucumber 10 carrot sticks

Get an adult to cut up all the vegetables. Cover the toast with a cheese slice and cut into quarters. Top the noughts with a slice of tomato and boiled egg. To make the crosses, use cucumber slices and carrot sticks. Each player will need 5 pieces for a chance to win!

For more fun ways to get kids interested in fresh food, go to woolworths.com.au You’ll find easy recipe ideas and tips for healthy eating.

Sam’s & Tim’snoughts and crosses

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