Banana walnut bread
Pop the kettle on and treat yourself to a thick, buttered slice of moist banana walnut bread.
Slada felfla (capsicum dip)
Red capsicum dip is nutritious, tastes great and is very easy to make. Here, we've given you a spiced up Moroccan version. Serve dip with crusty bread; we used toasted pitta bread.
Bollito misto
Bollito misto, which translates as "boiled mixed meats", is a traditional North Italian dish served on New Year's Eve and other special occasions.
Quick chicken satay
Satay originated in Indonesia, and today features prominently in Indonesian, Malaysian, Thai, Vietnamese, Chinese and African cuisines. This satay recipe is quick and deceptively simple, requiring few ingredients and minimal preparation and cooking time.
Asian smoked trout salad with sambal dressing
This refreshing, punchy noodle salad makes the perfect healthy lunch or dinner.
Char-grilled spatchcock on puy lentils
You can use a small game bird, such as guinea fowl, in place of the spatchcock in this recipe if you like.
Fruit salad with middle-eastern flavours
Topped with candied carrot, this cardamom-infused fruit salad is magnificent served with thick Greek yoghurt.
Veal scaloppine with potato and fennel gratin
Cheesy potato and fennel gratin makes a fabulous side dish for a classic veal scaloppine.
Lemon balm and mint cooler
Lemon balm tea is available from health food shops. Note
Steamed fish with chilli and ginger
Here is a classic Asian dish that works every time; steaming will give you a soft, moist and tender flesh that slides right off the bone. Go heavy or light on the chilli, depending on your personal heat threshold.
Chicken and broccolini tagliatelle
This creamy chicken and broccolini tagliatelle recipe is perfect for a quick and delicious mid-week dinner.
Lemon meringue cupcakes
Deliciously lemony and topped with meringue, these divine cupcakes are best served still warm.
Grilled tomato and red capsicum gazpacho
Originally from the Spanish region of Andalusia, gazpacho is a soup made from raw blended vegetables. We've grilled the tomato and capsicum here for a more intense flavour. Serve chilled, with parmesan croutons.
Oyster & saffron soup
You can substitute ½ teaspoon ground turmeric for the saffron to achieve the right colour. Note
Frozen jaffa slice
This decadent chocolate-orange slice is heavenly with a cup of hot espresso coffee.
Berry jellies with liqueur and mascarpone
To remove pomegranate seeds: cut the pomegranate in half crossways, and using your fingers, scrape the seeds from the flesh while holding the pomegranate upside-down in a bowl of cold water; the seeds will sink and the white pith will float to the surface. Discard the pith, and drain the seeds before using. Note
Double digits
8cm x 25cm x 7cm (3¼-inch x 10-inch x 2¾-inch) bar cake pan deep 25cm (10-inch) round cake pan 45cm (18-inch) square cake board. Be careful when cutting the jubes as they tend to stick to the knife. To avoid this, dip the knife in hot water and dry it before cutting. Note
Fluffy coconut puffs
Once filled, the choux will soften, so assemble 1-2 hours before eating. Note
Coconut sago with ginger and palm sugar syrup
Bring sago out of the nursery and into its own with this delicious coconut sago pudding with ginger and palm sugar.
Baked pork schnitzel with pickled apple and celery salad
Apple, celery and pork are a classic, mouth-watering trio in this easy dish.
Vietnamese clay pot chicken
A tender and fragrant Vietnamese clay pot chicken dish from Australian Women's Weekly.
Chilli king prawn skewers with pistachio coriander rub
The flavour of fresh coriander and its seeds dominate this dish. You need to soak eight bamboo skewers in water for at least an hour before using to prevent them splintering and scorching. Note
Butterscotch and white chocolate fondue
Cream mixture must be cooled 5 minutes before adding chocolate to avoid the chocolate “seizing”, that is, becoming grainy and firm and having the appearance of a dull paste. Note
Tamari, lime and sesame vegetables
Lend a bit of colour to your plate, and a spring to your step, with this healthy and delicious recipe for tamari, lime and sesame vegetables.
Spinach and eggplant lasagne stacks
These delicious lasagne stacks use grilled eggplant slices instead of lasagne sheets, making it a lighter version of the usually heavy traditional lasagne.
Mochaccino tartlets
The tart cases we used were bought frozen and unbaked; they come ready-to-bake in foil cases and measure 6.5cm in diameter. They are available from supermarkets. Tartlets can be made a day ahead, keep refrigerated.
Rolled barley breakfast fruit trifle
LSA is a mixture of ground linseeds, sunflower seed kernels and almonds; available in health-food shops or the health-food section in supermarkets.
Couscous salad with mixed peas and beans
Prepare the couscous and cook the beans and peas the day before the picnic. Plunging the barely cooked beans and peas into a bowl of iced water will instantly stop the cooking and will hold the colour better than rinsing them under cold water. Drain them well then wrap in paper towel and store in the fridge. Assemble the salad on the morning of the picnic.
Baked ricotta with chilli and parmesan
This baked ricotta is perfect for picnics, just cover with chilli and parmesan and bake it that morning.
Zucchini, eggplant and bean salad
A bright and colourful zucchini, eggplant and bean salad to lighten up your lunches and dinners.
Pink limeade
You need approximately eight limes for this recipe. Note
Baked seafood risotto
This beautiful risotto is effortless yet brimming with flavour.
Roasted capsicum and goat’s cheese terrine
This beautiful looking terrine is a feast for both the eyes and the taste buds. The spinach and walnut pesto finishes off the dish perfectly; serve as a starter, or accompanied with a salad for a light lunch.
Hugs and kisses cupcakes
These romantic cupcakes are ideal for an engagement party or baby shower.
The ‘still really terrific’ at two cake
Try this gorgeous blue gluten-free cake for your child's second birthday party. The number 2 cake pan can be hired from cake decorating shops.
Strawberry ice punch
This is a great alcohol-free drink to offer guests, but you could replace the mineral water and lemonade with champagne if you want to make a punch with punch.
Roasted cauliflower and garlic soup with rouille
French for "rust", bright-orange-coloured rouille is a thickened capsicum and chilli-flavoured mayonnaise-like sauce often used stirred into, or as a garnish for, Provençal soups and stews.
Roast chicken with garlic potatoes and rosemary
Using thigh cutlets in this way rather than the whole bird shortens the roasting time. The thigh is also the most succulent and flavoursome part of the chicken.
Coffin pesto pizzettas
These pizza bases measure around 20 x 30cm and are available from the bakery section of your supermarket. If unavailable use shortcrust pastry. Parboil potatoes by cooking them whole in a saucepan of simmering water for about 5 minutes, until just tender. Note
Lemon and dill chicken
This saucy chicken casserole is fantastic served with steamed rice and a green salad.
Vindaloo with raita and spicy dhal
A hot and authentic Indian vindaloo with refreshing raita and spicy dhal made from scratch.
Linzer biscuits
You can substitute the fig and ginger jam for any jam of your choice. These biscuits are best served on the day they are made. Store unfilled biscuits in an airtight container for up to 1 week. Note
Tamarind, orange and honey drumettes
Finger-lickin' delicious when eaten straight off the grill.
Embossed lace cupcakes
EQUIPMENT 12 plain white paper cases texture-embossing mat 7cm (2¾-inch) round cutter new large soft-bristled brush Ensure you have enough cakes for all the guests. If you like, choose a few different cake recipes, so you get a variety of cakes. The ganache and ready-made icing covering will keep the cakes fresh for a few […]
Brandied cherry friands
Cherries, pecans and brandy go together beautifully in these popular little cakes.
Barbecued chicken pizza
Fast and easy barbecued chicken pizza - perfect for children's lunches.
Citrus and poppy seed friands
These popular little cakes make a lovely afternoon treat served with yoghurt.
Brandied cumquats
These preserved citrus fruits are great to use as a base for a whole range of desserts dishes such as pies, puddings, cakes and crumbles.
DIY Easter eggs
This is a great activity to do with the kids, as well as a gorgeous treat to make for them. Delight family and friends with these DIY Easter eggs.
Warm chocolate pavlovas
The creaminess of the ice cream and chocolate sauce is a delectable texture contrast to the crunchiness of the pavlova. You can serve this with a berry compote as well if you like.
Peppered zucchini, cheese and leek muffins
Perfect for a filling morning tea, afternoon tea or lunch box treat, these cheesy zucchini and leek muffins are tasty and delicious.
Tempura dipping sauce
This is a simple Japanese dipping sauce recipe that is versatile and delicious.
Boiled eggs with dukkah salt
Serve boiled eggs sprinkled with chive or lemon salt as an alternative to dukkah. Dukkah is an Egyptian spice blend made of roasted nuts and aromatic spices. It is available from Middle- Eastern food stores, specialty spice stores and most major supermarkets. Note
Chickpea, tomato and capsicum salad
The bright, sharp colours and flavours of this chickpea, tomato and capsicum salad are complemented by the red wine and lemon juice dressing.
Beetroot & carrot salad with goat’s cheese twists
Delicious and colourful beetroot and carrot salad with goat's cheese twists from Australian Women's Weekly.
Free-form spinach and ricotta pie
Perfect for a picnic or casual lunch, these freeform spinach and ricotta pies are easy to make and delicious either hot or cold.
Braised sweet ginger duck
A lip-smackingly good Asian-style braised sweet ginger duck from Australian Women's Weekly,
Bottled tomatoes
Preserve your own bottle tomatoes with this recipe from Australian Women's Weekly.
Date and apricot creamy rice
Mixture is not suitable to freeze. Note
Honey-glazed pork with sage
Ask your butcher to remove the rind completely from the pork loin and score it. Note
Chicken sausages with kumara hash browns
The hash browns can be made a day ahead; reheat just before serving. The recipe is best completed close to serving. Note
Chicken tandoori with naan bread
1 week Cook naan breads, cool, wrap and freeze. 24 hours Make coriander yogurt. Combine the chicken, paste and coriander yogurt; cover, refrigerate. 4 hours Thaw naan breads at room temperature. Last Cook chicken mixture. Reheat naan breads on oven trays, covered loosely with foil, in oven at 220°C (200°C fan- forced). Assemble naan breads […]
Fresh beef and lime salad
Salad is best prepared as required. Note
Beetroot tzatziki
Wear a pair of rubber gloves when you handle the cooked beetroot to avoid staining your hands. Note
Dainty cupcakes
Have butter at room temperature. Beat butter in a small bowl with electric mixer until very pale. Add half sifted icing sugar and half milk; beating until well combined. Add remaining icing sugar and milk; beat until mixture is smooth. Note
Baked roma tomatoes with prosciutto, poached eggs and spinach
This colourful breakfast dish is perfect for a lazy weekend.
Tomato and mushroom calzone
Delicious tomato and mushroom calzone; a great sharing dish for family and friends.
Salt-baked whole snapper with fennel and mint salad
Forget about foil, baking a whole snapper in a salt crust will keep it moist and impart great flavour to the flesh, not to mention look enormously impressive when served.
Quilted wedding cake cookies
Completed cookies can be made up to 4 weeks ahead; store at room temperature in an airtight container. Note
Mango creams
These mango cremes are quick and easy to make and you can pop them in the fridge early in the day, ready for dessert later in the evening. You could serve them with berries for an extra splash of colour, if you like.
Elsie the fish
equipment 26cm x 35cm (10¼-inch x 14-inch) baking dish 30cm x 40cm (12-inch x 16-inch) rectangular prepared cake board Note
Tomato and saffron fish pies
Fresh and fragrant tomato and saffron fish pies from Australian Women's Weekly.
Indian-spiced lamb with bean & coconut salad
This Indian spiced lamb dish goes beautifully alongside the fresh bean salad. Be sure to bamboo skewers for 30 minutes before use to prevent them scorching during cooking.
Gluten-free strawberry bliss bomb pizzas
This recipe is gluten-free, however, if you decide to use pre-made packaged caramel popcorn, check the label carefully. Lolly Gobble Bliss Bombs (caramel popcorn) is available from supermarkets. Note
Gluten-free berry tarts
An elegant dish to bake for an afternoon tea with friends, or a light dessert on a summer's eve. Serve with a little cream if you like.
