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
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