Cooking our Books

Pamela & Helen Cook
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Two sisters cooking their way through their mum's treasured recipe books, sharing memories and a glimpse into simpler times.

  1. 12/14/2025

    28 - White Christmas

    It’s nearly Christmas, and we’re celebrating with White Christmas, the sweet, creamy, and crunchy slice that's an iconic Australian treat. This no-bake classic is equal parts nostalgia and indulgence. With its mix of Rice Bubbles, coconut, dried fruit, and Copha, it’s a crowd-pleaser for summer gatherings. And of course, we dive into the debate over what really belongs in the perfect White Christmas slice. Recipe and pictures are on Instagram cookingourbooks1 Theme music is Josie has the Upper hand by Josh Woodward CC by 4.0 #WhiteChristmasRecipe #AustralianChristmasDessert #NoBakeFestiveSlice #EasyHolidayRecipesAustralia #RiceBubblesSlice #CophaDessertRecipe #TraditionalAussieChristmasFood #FestiveBakingIdeas #Christmas

    23 min

  2. 11/02/2025

    27 - Mandarin Choux Buns

    Helen’s lifelong hunt for the perfect choux ends here—and yes, it’s as fluffy and fabulous as she dreamed. Here on Cooking Our Books, we whip up Mandarin Choux Buns—airy, elegant, and absolutely irresistible - a swirl of vanilla cream, zesty mandarins, and rich chocolate sauce tucked into a pillowy choux shell. The vegan version didn’t quite rise to the occasion, but we still had fun with this one. 📸 Recipe and photos:Find them on Instagram @cookingourbooks1 🎶 Theme music:“Josie Has the Upper Hand” by Josh Woodward – licensed under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 🎧 Tune in, laugh along, and share your own baking stories with us on Instagram! #mandarinchouxbuns#chouxpastry#frenchdesserts#bakingpodcast#vanillacream#chocolatesauce#citrusdesserts#veganbakingfail#familyrecipes#cookingourbooks#bakingstories#foodpodcast #instagrambaking#dessertinspiration

    27 min

  3. 08/24/2025

    26 - Chokky Rocks

    Helen’s son Cameron joins us to settle a long-standing question: which of the three Chokky Rocks recipes in the cookbooks is the best? These classic cornflake biscuits are easy to make, super tasty, and take us on a nostalgic trip. Recipe and pictures are on Instagram cookingourbooks1 Theme music is Josie has the Upper hand by Josh Woodward CC & PA microphone feedback (2).wav by FreqMan -- https://freesound.org/s/42930/ -- License: Attribution 4.0

    22 min

  4. 07/13/2025

    25 - Vienna Almonds

    Just four ingredients, one pot, and a lot of quick action. We tackle a deceptively simple Australian Women's Weekly recipe for Vienna Almonds—and it’s trickier than it looks. Plus, Helen spills a few stories from her Europe adventure. Recipe and pictures are on Instagram cookingourbooks1 Theme music is Josie has the Upper hand by Josh Woodward CC by 4.0

    30 min

  5. 04/07/2025

    24 - Hot Cross Buns

    It's time to make hot cross buns, and we've got a perfect recipe - they're sweet, spiced, and irresistibly fluffy buns— great for Easter or whenever the craving hits. Plus, we dive into the buzz around new hot cross bun flavours that are going viral on your socials. Recipe and pictures are on Instagram cookingourbooks1 Theme music is Josie has the Upper hand by Josh Woodward CC by 4.0

    28 min

  6. 03/08/2025

    23 - Involtini

    We welcome our sister-in-law Maria as she guides us through the art of making Involtini, a versatile dish that can be prepared in various ways, whether with meat or as a vegetarian option. Maria reminisces about her mother's culinary legacy and talks a bit about her extensive cooking experience. Recipe and pictures are on Instagram cookingourbooks1 Theme music is Josie has the Upper hand by Josh Woodward CC by 4.0

    40 min

  7. 02/15/2025

    22 - Brandy Snaps

    It's back to the late 1960s to make Brandy Snaps, a dessert which packs a sugary punch. Despite appearing to be a complicated recipe the only real challenge lies in mastering the rolling required to make them look the part. Recipe and pictures are on Instagram cookingourbooks1 Theme music is Josie has the Upper hand by Josh Woodward CC by 4.0

    23 min

  8. 12/14/2024

    21 - Light Christmas Cake

    As Christmas approaches, we're embracing the festive spirit by baking a Light Christmas Cake from a vintage 1980s magazine recipe. It's a true gem! We also discuss how the holiday season can sometimes bring a bit of stress. Recipe and pictures are on Instagram cookingourbooks1 Theme music is Josie has the Upper hand by Josh Woodward CC by 4.0

    31 min
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Two sisters cooking their way through their mum's treasured recipe books, sharing memories and a glimpse into simpler times.

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  • Creator
    Pamela & Helen Cook
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    28
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Pamela & Helen Cook
  • Show Website
    Cooking our Books