https://joseagar.com/An independent New Zealand home-cooking and baking resource. Tested recipes for baking, weeknight dinners, NZ classics and entertaining. https://joseagar.com/posts/louise-slicehttps://joseagar.com/posts/louise-sliceWed, 24 Jun 2026 08:55:59 -0000A tested recipe for Louise slice: a buttery shortbread base, raspberry jam and a soft coconut meringue, from an independent New Zealand home-cooking resource. https://joseagar.com/posts/ginger-crunch-slicehttps://joseagar.com/posts/ginger-crunch-sliceWed, 24 Jun 2026 08:55:59 -0000A tested recipe for ginger crunch slice: a crisp shortbread base under a soft, golden ginger icing, from an independent New Zealand home-cooking resource. https://joseagar.com/posts/classic-pavlovahttps://joseagar.com/posts/classic-pavlovaWed, 24 Jun 2026 08:55:59 -0000A tested recipe for classic pavlova with a crisp shell and soft marshmallow centre, topped with cream and seasonal fruit. Independent New Zealand home cooking. https://joseagar.com/posts/caramel-slicehttps://joseagar.com/posts/caramel-sliceWed, 24 Jun 2026 08:55:59 -0000A tested recipe for caramel slice with a set caramel layer and a sea-salt finish, from an independent New Zealand home-cooking resource. https://joseagar.com/posts/beef-kumara-stewhttps://joseagar.com/posts/beef-kumara-stewWed, 24 Jun 2026 08:55:59 -0000A tested slow cooker recipe for beef and kumara stew: tender chuck steak braised low and slow with kumara, carrot and a rich gravy. Independent NZ home cooking.