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Not only am I a Reluctant Cook, I’m quite clearly a Reluctant Webmistress as well!

I’ve allowed this website to fall by the wayside as I haven’t updated it for some time. BUT I will.. soon.. maybe..

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I have a passion for not cooking..

If I could outsource this task to a cute, live-in-chef, I would!

Now that our three sons are adults, and are all better cooks than I am, this blog is primarily for them. A place they can visit, to maybe recreate some dishes we’ve shared as a family.

/Olya xx

Olya Lutrov

Featured Recipes

Steven and Ivan’s Mussel Soup

The brothers Lutrov (snr) make this delish soup for us at family functions. They normally have to make a massive pot of this as everyone goes for seconds!

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Individual Dip Cups

Everyone loves dips at a party – but no one loves the double-dippers! Problem solved.. your own individual dip and veggie cup!

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Olya’s Tom Yum Soup

One of my recipes which is considered a ‘big hit’. My nephews always request I make this soup when we are all at the snow at Mt Hotham.

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Mexican Mince with Rice

A tasty, hearty dish. Leftovers are great for lunches.

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Cherry Brandy & Strawberry Punch

This Cherry Brandy & Strawberry Punch is great for parties and gatherings. Easy to make and very delicious. You won’t have any left over!

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My Recipes

Easy Salad

Easy Salad

This is a great Tossed Salad recipe which goes well with almost every meal, especially Italian!

Chickpeas with Tomato & Spinach

Chickpeas with Tomato & Spinach

This meal takes less than 30 minutes to make and is easy and very tasty. It’s vegetarian and gluten free! Great on it’s own or as a side dish.

Cherry Brandy & Strawberry Punch

Cherry Brandy & Strawberry Punch

This Cherry Brandy & Strawberry Punch is great for parties and gatherings. Easy to make and very delicious. You won’t have any left over!

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