Custard teacake
This teacake usually sinks slightly due to the soft custard in the centre. Note
Yogurt cake
serving suggestion Dusted icing sugar. Note
Fish cutlets with pesto butter
Kingfish fillets work well with this dish as it has a robust flavour that stands up well to the pesto. Served here with spinach, you have a healthy, low carb evening meal.
Pesto, bocconcini and prosciutto pizzettas
These tasty little pizzetta bites with pesto, bocconcini and prosciutto make a great share platter for a cocktail party.
Barbecued prawns
These barbecued prawns with a spicy, Indian-style marinade make a fabulous starter, or a platter of finger food for passing round at a party.
Baklava twists
This delightful recipe combines all the great flavours of baklava into delicious cute sized cookies.
Nachos with guacamole
You'll win lots of friends with this luscious layered nachos recipe topped with fresh guacamole and sour cream.
Vegetarian sang choy bow
For a non-vegetarian option, substitute tofu with lean chicken mince. You could use butter lettuce leaves, if you prefer. For extra heat, add an extra fresh long red chilli. Note
Blueberry and passionfruit jam
The availability of frozen blueberries and tinned passionfruit pulp means you can make this gorgeous jam any time of the year.
Hearty rabbit stew
Tender meat and tasty vegetables make this hearty rabbit stew a winter evening winner.
Chicken and chorizo salad with garlic mayonnaise
The garlic mayonnaise can be thinned with a little boiling water, if you prefer. Note
Caramel peanut hearts
The perfect balance of sweet, salty and crunchy, these delicious caramel peanut hearts are the perfect weekend snack, or gift for loved ones.
The best-ever gluten-free bread
There is nothing better than the scent of home-baked bread wafting through the house. Try this delicious gluten-free version.
Baked fish fillets with roasted potatoes
With spicy roast potatoes and a zingy tomato and capsicum salsa, this light fish dish makes a delicious, healthy dinner.
Beef ribs with maple & sherry glaze
Beef ribs with a subtle and sweet maple and sherry glaze from Australian Women's Weekly.
Warm pork and mandarin salad with honey dressing
The sweet citrus flavours of the mandarin are a wonderful contract to the richness of the pork in this fresh, crisp salad.
Chicken noodle soup
Bruise the lemon grass by hitting the lower white bulb with the flat side of a heavy knife or cleaver this helps to release its flavour and aroma. Note
Passionfruit and banana fool
They are an unlikely pair, but the combination of banana and passionfruit is fresh, healthy and delicious; always a winner. Make sure your bananas are ever so slightly firm, with no blemishes.
Apricot and strawberry sponge bake
Sponge-finger biscuits are also known as savoiardi biscuits, savoy biscuits, lady’s fingers or sponge fingers; they are long, oval-shaped Italian-style crisp fingers made from sponge-cake mixture, and are available from supermarkets. Recipe is not suitable to freeze. Note
Chinese-braised veal
Tender and delicious veal that is slow-cooked in Asian aromatic spices and wine.
Teriyaki pork with wasabi dressing
Exquisite Japanese teriyaki pork with wasabi dressing served with a colourful salad.
Wild rice and orange stuffed tomatoes
Wild rice has a hearty 'nutty' flavour and is well worth paying a little extra for. Teamed here with flavoured with orange and herbs, it makes a delicious and filling vegetarian meal.
Cumin fish with roasted corn salsa
If limes are too expensive you can use lemons instead. Any firm white fish is good for this recipe. Note
Lentil and rice pilaf
Pilaf can be prepared several hours ahead. Transfer pilaf to an ovenproof dish, cover with foil and refrigerate. Warm in oven as required. Note
Moroccan chicken
Moroccan spice mix and preserved lemon have the ability to transform the humble chicken thigh from a tasty cut of meat, to a sensation dish. Don't be tempted to substitute chicken breast, the thigh is much more tender, succulent and flavourful.
Lamb cutlets with pea mash
Grilled lamb cutlets with a bright and colourful pea mash.
Layered banana split with caramel sauce
Bananas are a good source of the minerals potassium, which helps our brains function properly, and phosphorous, essential for good health. They are also a great source of easy-to-digest fibre. Don’t peel or cut the bananas until you’re just ready to assemble this dessert because they’ll turn brown quickly. Note
White bean and lentil tagine
A north African stew of white bean and lentil tagine from Australian Women's Weekly.
Hot smoked trout with fresh coconut
These bite-sized morsels of trout and pomelo salad are mouth-watering with hits of flavour from roasted peanut nam jim, fresh ginger, coconut and lime.
Black russian
Tia Maria or dark crème de cacao can be substituted for Kahlua. Glass 180ml old-fashioned Note
Eggplant, haloumi and rocket pizza
Making your own pizza bases is not difficult and it’s rewarding, but, if time is short, buy the bases and use the topping ingredients we’ve suggested. Note
Chicken and egg on rice
Japanese-style chicken and egg on rice is a savoury and satisfying dinner.
Twice-cooked pork with apple
Place apples in acidulated water (cold water mixed with either vinegar or lemon juice) to prevent them from browning. Not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note
Baby beans with parsley crumbs
Ciabatta or sourdough bread are ideal to use for making breadcrumbs. You can make your own breadcrumbs at home using stale bread. Cut the crusts off, tear into small pieces and place in a food processor. Pulse until you get the size crumb you desire. If your bread isn’t stale, it’s important to dry it […]
Stir-fried prawns with pineapple and chilli salad
Sweet and spicy, these stir-fried prawns on a pineapple and chilli salad make a stunning starter or lovely light lunch.
Corn fritters with tomato chutney
You need 1 medium fresh corn cob, weighing about 125 grams after being trimmed. You can cook more than 1 fritter at a time, but don’t overcrowd the pan. Note
Carrot and lentil soup with caraway toasts
Cheesy caraway toasts make a piquant side for this healthy, nourishing carrot and lentil soup.
White chocolate cheesecake with cherry syrup
Looking for something a little bit decadent? This rich chocolate, cherry cheesecake could be your answer!
Figs with prosciutto
Recipe is best made just before serving. Note
Lamb korma
Rich and delicious Indian korma with slowcooked tender lamb from Australian Women's Weekly.
Cheese polenta with mushroom rosemary sauce
ham option Sprinkle with finely chopped ham. Note
Chicken penne carbonara with crispy crumbs
A delicious baked pasta dish of chicken penne carbonara with crispy crumbs to keep the whole family happy.
Prawn spaghettini
Fast and fresh is what most of us are looking for in a mid-week dinner, this prawn spaghettini recipe is fast, fresh, tasty and healthy. Winner.
Sichuan beef stir-fry
This healthy Sichuan beef stir-fry stuffed full of vegetables, is tasty to eat and very quick cook.
Zucchini with chermoulla dressing
Grilled zucchini with chermoulla dressing, a pungent Moroccan herb sauce.
Avocado caesar salad
The garlic toasts can be made a day ahead; store in an airtight container. Note
Prawn and fennel risotto
Fennel adds a fresh astringency to a savoury prawn risotto.
Chocolate brownie slice
Store slice in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days. Note
Lamb rogan josh
You can also cook this recipe in a 180°C (160°C fan-forced) oven for about 2 hours. Freeze individual portions of cooled curry in airtight containers for up to 1 month. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating. Note
Banana maple muffins
With a crunchy coconut topping, these fluffy banana muffins go perfectly with that morning or afternoon cuppa.
Coconut sago pudding with lime and caramelised banana
This pudding is also great served topped with fresh mango slices, instead of the banana, if you like. Sago is a grain often used in puddings and desserts; it is available from some supermarkets and most health-food stores.
Chana masala
Chana masala is a deliciously spicy vegetarian chickpea curry, best served with steamed basmati rice, yoghurt and naan.
Sushi squares
For variations on the filling, use a combination of smoked salmon (or crab meat or prawns) with cucumber, avocado and pickled vegetables. Sushi seasoning is a mixture of rice vinegar, sugar and salt; it is available in bottles from Asian food stores and the Asian food section of supermarkets.
Muesli slice
If you can’t find dried pineapple you can use the same amount of finely chopped dried apricot instead. Note
Berry hazelnut crumbles
This crumble goes well with custard. Note
Egg and cheese tartlets with capsicum relish
Balsamic white vinegar is a clear and lighter version of balsamic vinegar; it has a fresh, sweet clean taste, and is available from major supermarkets and delicatessens. Note
Beetroot cake
Moist, fresh and earthy, this cake owes all of its finer points to the inclusion of the beetroot.
Teddy bear biscuits
The kids will love these delightful teddy bear biscuits. You can experiment with different coloured smarties to have a variety of coloured noses, if you like.
Tuna macaroni salad
serving per person for each of the five food groups 1½ serves vegetables;1 serve grain foods; 1 serve lean meat and bean foods. Note
Quince and pistachio cake
With hints of cardamom and orange, this rustic cake is delicious for a winter afternoon tea or dessert. Cardamom is one of the world's most expensive spices; it has a distinctive aromatic, sweetly rich flavour and is widely available.
Mixed mushroom risotto
Serve up this winter warming mixed mushroom risotto for dinner tonight. It's full of flavour and perfect if you're after a vegetarian meal that will be more than substantial.
Deep-south finger-lickin’ wings
Sweet, sticky and delicious deep-south finger-lickin' wings from Australian Women's Weekly.
Leek and speck quiche
You can also make the pastry using a food processor. Process flour and butter until crumbly; with motor operating, add the water and process until ingredients cling together. Or, you can buy ready-made frozen shortcrust pastry. Take leftover quiche to work the next day for lunch. It is great served either cold or warm. Note
White bean & chorizo soup
Recipe is suitable to freeze. You can use dried cannellini, haricot, navy or butter beans for this recipe. Note
White sangria
Only fresh blueberries can be used in this recipe, as frozen berries will tint the sangria. Note
Margarita
A classic cocktail, this timeless combination of tequila and lime will take you to Mexico with every sip.
Lemon curd pikelets
There's something divine about the tanginess of lemon curd coupled with freshly made pikelets. Easy to make, they're the ideal mid-morning or afternoon snack.
Lamb mini roasts
You can buy artichoke quarters from most delicatessens. You could use steamed broccolini if artichokes are not available. If fresh broad beans are not available, buy them frozen. Note
Roasted pumpkin and rosemary risotto
Creamy rosemary risotto with roasted pumpkin, spinach and grated parmesan.
Chilli dipping sauce
Serve with seafood or chicken. Note
Tomato & borlotti soup
Healthy and hearty tomato & borlotti soup from Australian Women's Weekly.
Caramel and chocolate slice
We used a thick, caramel-flavoured ice-cream topping in this recipe. Note
