Chicken quesadillas with jalapeño tomato salsa
Chicken quesadillas (from queso, the Spanish word for cheese) with a spicy jalapeño tomato salsa.
Veal parmesan
A delicious veal parmesan dish popularised in New York by Italian immigrants.
Sliced beef with espagnole sauce
Espagnole sauce is one of Auguste Escoffier's five mother sauces that are the basis of sauce-making in classic French cooking.
Slow-cooked lamb shoulder with saffron & apricots
Served with pistachio yoghurt, this Moroccan-inspired lamb shoulder is melt-in-your-mouth delicious.
Tuna, pasta and char-grilled vegetable pie
Pie is best left to cool completely before slicing. Note
Bagna cauda
Bagna cauda is a warm dip; you can serve it in a fondue pot with a small tea light or gentle flame underneath. Serve the dip with your favourite selection of crisp vegetables.
Beef, raisin and almond tagine
Take your stew to the next level with this slow-cooked beef tagine.
Beef piroshki
Piroshki is a delicious Russian turnover made with either fruit, meat or vegetables. Try this mouth-watering beef version.
Smoked trout pâté
Incredibly easy to make and seriously delicious, this smoked trout pâté is perfect for pre-dinner nibblies with friends.
Asparagus with ham, eggs and garlic crumbs
Whether you're serving is as part of a big family dinner spread or a light lunch, this super tasty plate is sure to keep you full, healthy and your tastebuds happy.
Chilli prawn skewers with koshumbir
These delicious homemade Indian-spiced prawn skewers are the perfect finger food to serve to dinner party guests.
Witlof and nashi salad
A sweet and summery salad with witlof and nashi from Australian Women's Weekly.
Almond carrot cake
This dense, moist almond carrot cake has a delicious lemon cream cheese frosting. If you prefer, you can use orange juice and zest in place of lemon in both the cake and frosting.
Tropical fruit cakes
It's time to jazz up the classic fruit cake to be enjoyed at any time for any season or occasion.
Mini prawn cocktail rolls
Plump prawns, crisp lettuce, mayonnaise, lemon and chilli make these mini prawn cocktail rolls an absolute winner in the party food stakes.
Allergy-free pudding
This steamed fruit pudding is gluten-free, dairy-free and egg-free.
Boiled egg with toast soldiers
This well-loved classic will always be a winner with the kids.
Tagliatelle puttanesca
Tagliatelle puttanesca, a tangy and salty Italian pasta dish invented in the mid-20th century.
Cardamom-spiced cake
An updated version of the Armenian nutmeg cake, this cake uses different spices and is more like a slice having a cake-like topping. Any nuts, such as almonds, pecans, walnuts or hazelnuts, can be substituted for the pistachios. Butter should be chopped while still refrigerator-cold. Using a medium- to large-sized food processor or large blender […]
Fruit mince and brioche pudding
Brioche makes the very best bread pudding, this fruit mince brioche pudding has a rich spiced custard topping that's spiked with a generous shot of brandy.
Baked rice pudding with poached quince
Creamy and delicious, baked rice pudding is a classic dessert. Bring a shot of new flavour to an old favourite with this poached quince and almond topping.
Chillies filled with potato masala
In Indian cooking terms, masala literally means ground or blended spices but, informally, has come to mean a “mix” or “mixture”; a masala can be whole or ground spices, a paste or powder, or a sauce-like curry incorporating solid elements. Banana chillies, also known as wax chillies or hungarian peppers, are almost as mild as […]
French peasant lamb shanks with lemon and tarragon
Tender and tasty lamb shanks make the best winter dinner, not least because they fill the house with fragrance and warmth for hours before you eat.
White bean, grapefruit and herb salad
We used butter beans for this recipe, but you can use any white beans. Note
Choc-mint mousse pavlova
Add the peppermint essence to suit your taste. Start with what we have recommended and add more until you achieve a nice balance between the chocolate and the mint. Note
Chilli fish tagine
We used blue-eye fillets in this recipe but you can use any firm white fish fillets. Fish or chicken stock can be used instead of wine. Mustard seed oil is available from health-food shops, delicatessens and some supermarkets. If you like, use olive oil instead. Note
Classic Beef Wellington with cauliflower cream
It might be a touch retro, but Beef Wellington is also a bona fide classic, the jewel in the crown of British cooking.
Vegetable and red lentil soup
Heart, healthy, fast and easy vegetable and red lentil soup from Australian Women's Weekly.
Fig galettes
These divine fig galettes make a beautiful dessert with a mug of hot coffee. The combination of buttery pastry and juicy fruit is a match made in heaven.
Asparagus and pink grapefruit salad
Celebrate spring with this beautiful salad of young asparagus, avocado and juicy grapefruit.
Turkey breast with couscous stuffing
The turkey buffé, or breast, is perfect if you don't require the entire bird to feed the hoards on Christmas day. The special stuffing and paprika rub add a touch of festive cheer.
Lamb chops rogan josh with pulao salad
Ready-made rogan josh curry paste is available from most supermarkets; adjust the amount according to taste. Note
Teriyaki steak
Sticky and sweet Asian-style teriyaki steak on a bed of pickled cucumber, carrot and cabbage.
Buk choy steamed with chilli oil
A delicious Asian-style side dish of buk choy steamed with chilli oil from Australian Women's Weekly
Berry jam
Spread it on toast or crumpets, use it in cakes and desserts, gift it in jars. Berry jam is so versatile! Use any combination of berries you like to give a total weight of 1kg (2 pounds).
Pineapple mint slushie
What a refreshing way to hydrate and contribute to your five-a-day target. You can experiment with all sorts of fruit, and mint goes with just about anything.
Spiced pumpkin scones
Punch phora literally means 'five spices' and is a spice blend of cumin, brown mustard, fenugreek, nigella and fennel commonly used in Eastern India and Bangladesh.
Quince and rose petal jelly
This beautiful jelly is perfect for layering in a trifle or served simply with scones or toast for breakfast.
Chilli jam lamb with char-grilled vegetables
This recipe is best served immediately. Use lamb fillet if you can’t find back-strap. Note
Whole-orange syrup cake
Wonderfully moist from the sweet orange syrup, thos beautiful cake is lovely enjoyed warm or cool with a mug of your favourite cuppa.
Fish and oven-roasted chips
medium GI We used bream fillets in this recipe but you can use other firm white fish, such as whiting or john dory. Note
Witlof and ham bake
Not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note
Creamy horseradish chicken with garlic sautéed spinach
Horseradish is sold in various forms; make sure you use the prepared white horseradish in this recipe, not horseradish cream. You need about four large bunches of spinach weighing about 1.6kg to get the amount of trimmed spinach required for this recipe. Note
Chicken with spinach stuffing and cranberry sauce
For a milder version, replace goat’s cheese with ricotta cheese. Note
Beetroot and feta salad
Sweet beetroot contrasts beautifully with sharp, salty feta and bitter leaves in this delicious salad. Perfect as a light lunch, or a side dish.
Currant cherry cake
The fruit needs to stand overnight before starting the recipe. You can swap the dark rum with brandy or sweet sherry, if you like. This cake is overflowing with cherries and currants rather than the typical variety of mixed fruit. Note
BLT salad
Enjoy this classic flavour combination in salad form.
Chocolate and peanut butter swirl
You can melt the chocolate in a microwave oven; cook on MEDIUM (55%) about 1 minute, stirring twice while cooking. Note
Quick roast pork with apple and sage onions
Nothing loves roasted pork more than apple and sage, except perhaps those at the dinner table. The beauty of this dish is that it can be on the table in just over 30 minutes.
Teriyaki and mustard glazed chipolatas
Sticky Asian-style teriyaki and mustard glazed chipolatas from Australian Women's Weekly.
Pork larb
Larb is a salad, traditional to the cuisines of Thailand and Vietnam, that usually has a chicken or pork base rather than vegetable.
Chicken cacciatore with gremolata and parmesan topping
Give your regular chicken cacciatore some pizzaz by topping it with this delicious and piquant gremolata mix. Serve with crusty bread or mashed potato for a complete and hearty meal.
Tuna, bean and basil salad
High on flavour and protein and low on carbs, this tuna bean and basil salad is perfect for a light yet satisfying lunch. Baby capers give it that little bit of extra punch.
Fruit and marshmallow dessert pizzas
Spoil the kids with these amazing dessert pizzas topped with strawberries, banana and caramel sauce. Perfect for a sleepover party!
Osso buco with semi-dried tomatoes and olives
Ossobuco is a Milanese speciality of cross-cut veal shanks braised with vegetables, white wine and broth.
Seafood and thai eggplant yellow curry
The classic Thai yellow curry lends itself well to all kinds of meats and vegetables. This seafood and eggplant version is particularly delicious. Serve with a bowl of steamed rice.
Linguine al pesto
Nothing compares to the taste of fresh pesto, it turns a simple dish of pasta into a gourmet meal.
Turkey wellingtons
Serve with cranberry sauce and accompany with vegetables of your choice. Recipe is best prepared as required. Note
Salmon ceviche
We used a baguette for the garlic toast. If making this dish a few hours ahead, combine ingredients, except for cucumber, in large bowl; toss cucumber through just before serving. The longer the salmon marinates with the lime, the more 'cooked' it will be.
Cheese, corn & bacon muffins
These cheesy corn and bacon muffins are delicious served both warm and cold. They make a great morning tea or after-school snack, and are perfect for packing in a lunch-box.
Bakewell slice
Enjoy this buttery classic in slice form.
Onion and potato hash
The perfect accompaniment to a big breakfast: quick and simple onion and potato hash.
Jumbo jet
This cake is a good one for budding pilots, flight attendants or for those who just want to travel the world.
Barley salad with grilled asparagus, tomatoes and parmesan
The ideal salad: delicious, healthy and filling.
Chilli con carne with quesadillas
If you have some, add ⅓ cup loosely packed fresh coriander leaves (cilantro) to the chilli con carne just before serving. Chilli can be refrigerated for up to 2 days or frozen for up to 2 months. Add a little water when reheating if the chilli has thickened. You can also cook the quesadillas in […]
Tuna with shells, capers, olives and green beans
This quick pasta dish uses tinned tuna, which is packed full of nutrients and of course, omega-3 fatty acids. Together with the olives, it packs a big flavour punch.
Beef ragu with grilled polenta
Served over crispy grilled polenta, this rich beef ragu is comforting and perfect for the cooler weather.
Brown rice and split pea salad with orange dressing
This gorgeous green salad is the perfect dish to bring to a dinner party as it accompanies meat and seafood like no other!
Lemon, garlic and chilli potato salad
Tossed in a spicy lemon and chilli butter, this potato salad makes a delicious and vibrant side dish.
