Author: Michele Lyons

Michele Lyons spent 25 years working in the corporate environment with 10 years as an Executive Assistant at a senior level. A couple of years ago Michele decided to forgo the long hours in the city to work closer to home and spend more time with her two teenage boys. Michele started working with us at the Farmers Markets and her excellent organisation skills meant she quickly moved into the office. Since Michele joined The Free Range Butcher her role has expanded to include all things administration, recipe testing, inspirational ideas, marketing, communications and all round keeping the team organised and on track. As long as Michele’s has had her morning coffee you can ask her anything!
No May Coleslaw

No Mayo Crunchy Coleslaw

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I was making coleslaw and didn’t have any mayonnaise or avocado oil to make my own.  So I came up with this dressing for my coleslaw.  The chili flakes are optional but I thoroughly recommend adding a few. Ingredients: 1/2 red cabbage, finely sliced 1 carrot, grated 1 bunch mint, chopped 1 bunch coriander, chopped 3...

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Pork with honey, garlic, butter sauce

Pork with Honey, Garlic & Butter

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Need an easy dinner for date night?  Pork medallions are nice and lean and super simple to cook and the sauce is done in the same pan.   I served this with a crunchy coleslaw but if you want to save on preparation time then buy a salad kit. Ingredients: 4 x Pasture Fed Pork Medallions 20g butter 2 gloves garlic, minced 1/4...

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Homemade Curry Spice Mix

Homemade Curry Spice Mix

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I keep a cupboard full of spices.  I love it as I have whatever I need on hand to make any of our homemade spice recipes.  Making your own spices is a great alternative to store bought spices.  They are fresh and have no preservatives or fillers in them.  It also means you can change up the flavour slightly of any of...

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Tzatziki Sauce

Tzatziki Sauce

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A Tzatziki Sauce can go with so many options but is obviously a favourite with Lamb Souvlaki.  This recipe will take you no more than five minutes to make.  We are keeping it simple and using Greek yoghurt as it is readily available and is nice and thick and creamy which is what you want for Tzatziki sauce. Ingredients: 1...

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