Rotoroa February e-news

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SUMMER FAR FROM THE ARCHIVES


We've uncovered some fantastic recipes from the Salvation Army files on Rotoroa. This month we're sharing an oldie, but a goodie - cheese balls - perfect for barbeques and summer gatherings.

Cheese Balls

Preparation time: 15 mins

Ingredients

Cream cheese
250 grams
Tasty cheese, grated
250 grams
Garlic powder
1/4 tsp
Tomato sauce 1 tblspn
Hosreradish sauce
1/2 tsp
Ground pepper 1/4 tsp
Gherkins, chopped (opt.) 50 grams
Glace cherries, chopped (opt.) 50 grams
Walnuts, chopped as required
Parsley, chopped as required

 

 

 

 

 

 


Method
Combine all ingredients except parsley and walnuts. Shape as desired, roll in walnuts and parsely; chill. Serve with cracker biscuits.

Source: Quantity Recipe Cards

ROTOROA TO HOLD FIRST VOLUNTEER DAY

Interested in conservation? Come and help us restore Rotoroa's natural heritage on Sunday 4 March when we hold our very first island volunteer day as part of National Sea Week.

We needs lots of pairs of hands to help keep Rotoroa's gorgeous coastline in pristine condition, so come and learn more about the conservation programme underway on the Hauraki Gulf's newest conservation estate as one of our first island volunteers.

360 Discovery Cruises are providing special discounted ferry fares from Auckland and Orapiu for volunteers. As an e-news subscriber, you have first dibs on a place but numbers are limited to 30, so be quick and book online; enter ROTVOL as a promotion code to get your special ferry fare, or call 360 Discovery on 0800 360 3472. For what to bring and a plan for the day,click here>