Mediterranean vegetable and haloumi bruschetta
Serve up this delicious Mediterranean style bruschetta at your next gathering. Haloumi is a cheese that just begs to be grilled, and combined with tomatoes, basil and capers it is out of this world.
Chlorophyll and beetroot cleanser
Chlorophyll is the chemo-protein that gives plants their green color. Humans get it from leafy green vegetables, such as broccoli, lettuce, cabbage, and spinach. We have used celery stalks and flat leaf parsley. Note
Onion & spinach pakoras with cucumber raita
Onion & spinach pakoras, also called pakodi, are fried snacks originating in India and are found across South Asia served here with a deliciously cooling cucumber raita.
Baked chilli and oregano fetta
The perfect alternative to the ever-predictable round of brie cheese. Baked chilli and oregano fetta is melt in the mouth and bursting with flavor.
Ham, zucchini and feta loaves
You can also bake this mixture in one loaf pan; it will take about 45 minutes to cook. Loaves are best made on the day of serving. Note
Tandoori potato and pumpkin pizza
Lamb option; cook lamb fillets in heated large non-stick frying pan until browned all over; slice thinly. Place on top of non-vegetarians’ portions of pizza; cook as above. Note
Gorgonzola, speck and sticky balsamic pizza
Bring the taste of Italy to your home with this gorgonzola, speck and sticky balsamic pizza.
Blast off
Equipment 21cm x 32cm number 1 cake pan (see tip) 35cm x 45cm covered cake board. After turning the first cake out of the pan, wash the cake pan and rinse it in cold water, then dry, to remove any residual heat. Note
Pita crisps with butter bean dip
Crunchy fresh pita crisps make a great shared party platter when paired with a freshly made dip, like this butter bean concoction.
Leek and saffron sauce
This leek and saffron sauce goes beautifully with fish and also as an accompaniment to grilled chicken breasts; pan-fried pork cutlets and steamed greens, such as asparagus and broccoli.
Lamb stew with buttermilk mash
The stew is best made just before serving. If you want to freeze it, cook it up until the end of step 2. Add the mushrooms after reheating thawed stew. Note
Coconut truffles
Using fresh coconut for sweet dishes like this will enhance the flavour immeasurably, and you'll find many greengrocers and supermarkets now sell plastic bags of shredded or grated fresh coconut in the Asian ingredient section.
Chinese chicken wings
Sticky and delicious Chinese chicken wings that are quick and easy to make.
Chicken and fig tagine
Recipe is suitable to freeze at the end of step 3. Note
Spiced fig and orange cheesecake
Rich and warmly spiced, this baked cheesecake with fig and orange makes an excellent dessert or mid-afternoon treat.
Chicken, celeriac and broad bean casserole
To freeze Complete the recipe to the end of step 3. Pack into freezer-proof containers, leaving a 2.5cm (1 inch) space to allow for expansion. Seal, label and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge. Reheat in a saucepan or microwave on medium power (50%) until heated through, then continue from […]
The yummy yoyo
Any birthday boy or girl would spin “round the world” after this spectacular bright-coloured cake. Note
Vanilla bean ice cream with espresso sauce
Cool 5 minutes before serving over ice cream. Note
Wholemeal pasta with cauliflower and olives
This quick and tasty pasta dish is perfect for a mid-week family dinner. Wholemeal pasta is delicately tossed through a fragrant tomato, cauliflower and olive sauce to create this deliciously healthy dinner.
Broccoli and ocean trout salad
Ocean trout is a tender and tasty addition to a salad - especially if you're over salmon. Together with sweet pear, crunchy seared vegetables and cashews, this salad has it all.
Artichoke and prosciutto tart
Sprinkled with fresh basil and sea salt, this crisp artichoke and prosciutto tart is simply mouth-watering.
Humpty dumpty
It’s best to make Humpty Dumpty several days ahead to allow the glue to thoroughly dry, alternatively, you could use a purchased Humpty Dumpty toy. Help secure collar in place with sewing thread. Sew along folded edge with white thread to form fingers. Sew tartan edges together to form a tube for the arm. Secure […]
Spiced chickpea and yogurt dip
Smoky with sumac and tahini, this spiced chickpea and yogurt dip is surprisingly easy to make, and entirely delicious.
Lobster with tomato, potato and basil salad
The lobster meat in the tail is the sweetest and most delicately flavoured. Enjoy this decadent salad.
Creamy egg sandwich
A delicious finger sandwich for your next gathering.
Indonesian-style fried rice
Nasi goreng seasoning mix is available from Asian grocery stores and the Asian section of large supermarkets. Note
Chicken sausage rolls
We love a good sausage roll recipe at the Weekly, so we thought we'd give the classic sausage roll a spin and create this delicious version using chicken mince instead!
Farfalle with tenderloins, ricotta, spinach and tomato
A fresh and tasty meal that is ready in no time.
Cheeseburgers
Delicious and fun homemade cheeseburgers that the whole family will love.
Lamb, white bean and radicchio salad
A healthy and filling salad with lots of bright colours.
Lime and palm sugar cheesecakes
Palm sugar brings a depth of flavour as well as sweetness to these delectable little cheesecakes.
Asian-style braised pork neck
Pork is a rich and appetising meat, and its cooking aroma is like no other. Pork neck is incredibly versatile and can be prepared in many ways; here the whole piece is braised, and the result is wonderfully moist and full of flavour.
Hot chocolate prune cake
Chocolate and prune are a texture and taste combination that was made in cake lovers' heaven.
Warm chicken and coriander salad
Make your own healthy warm chicken and coriander salad from Australian Women's Weekly.
Easy antipasti
Antipasto means "before the meal" and is the traditional first course of a formal Italian meal.
Panang lamb curry
Panang curry has a distinct peanut flavour; the addition of peanut butter helps to bring out the flavour when using a bought paste.
Banana cake
A true family favourite.
Crab and prawn cakes with tomato remoulade
Spicy American-style crab and prawn cakes, served with ribbon salad and a spicy tomato remoulade, make a great cocktail food platter.
Chicken, chorizo and okra gumbo
A quick and delicious chicken, chorizo and okra gumbo, a dish that originated in southern Louisiana.
Tomato and kumara rice salad
A healthy and filling tomato and kumara rice salad from Australian Women's Weekly.
Honey bees
Sweet and fun honey bees on a stick; great for children's parties.
Quince tarte tartin
For a beautiful winter dessert, serve this ruby-red quince tart with scoops of vanilla ice-cream.
Grilled pancetta omelette
For the easiest brunch, lunch or light dinner, try this tasty omelette topped with grilled pancetta, zucchini and tomato.
Pasta with pancetta, radicchio and balsamic vinegar
This simple dish has surprisingly intense and exotic flavours.
Roast pineapple turkish delight
Makes about 24 Note
Vietnamese-style steamed whiting
This fragrant, nutritious meal is a beautiful way to enjoy fresh fish.
Cauliflower with sour cream and bacon
This cheesy, creamy baked cauliflower is comfort food at its best.
Beef and guinness pie
This golden beef pie is classic comfort food; perfect for a cosy night in by the fire.
Caramel macadamia slice
This classic caramel slice with the crunch of macadamias is perfect with that morning or afternoon cuppa.
Seared tuna with verjuice dressing
Verjuice dressing strikes the perfect savoury note to lift this seared tuna on potatoes, eggs and vegetables out of the realm of the ordinary. A deconstructed salad nicoise that makes the perfect lunch to serve friends on the weekend.
Barbecued butterflied turkey with vegetable salad
Inserting the stuffing between the skin and meat of the breast prevents it from drying out while cooking, as well as infusing the meat with flavour.
Glazed ham with asparagus salad
Sometimes the simple meals are the best choice, especially after a time of feasts. Glazed ham with asparagus salad is a lovely, light way to use up Christmas ham.
Burnt brown sugar ice-cream with pistachio praline
This burnt brown sugar ice-cream pudding with its crushed pistachio praline crust is simply divine.
Smoked trout and avocado salad
Sour cream dressing adds a lemony lift to this smoked trout and avocado salad. If you can't get your hands on any smoked trout, you could substitute smoked salmon. Either way, the crisp leaves, soft avocado and fish bites make a delicious dish.
Sparkling burgundy and cranberry punch
If you fancy something fruity but not sugary, then this sparkling burgundy and cranberry punch should tick all the boxes. You can control the sweetness levels by adding more or less sugar.
Chocolate lace cookies
Crispy on the outside, these chocolate lace cookies are chewy on the inside. Just what you need when it's time to sit down with a cup of tea.
Tea and rum punch
Fruity and minty, tea and rum punch is a classic lunchtime or afternoon cocktail.
Cheese and poppy seed biscuits
Mature cheddar makes for a stronger flavour, you can up the intensity by choosing a sharper cheese.
Raspberry mint syrup
Homemade syrups and cordials are a great addition to your fridge or pantry, they can be used to make refreshing drinks, served neat over ice-cream or as the base for other fruit-based sauces.
Pumpkin with balsamic and pine nuts
The great thing about using Japanese pumpkin for this pumpkin with balsamic and pine nuts recipe is that the skin is edible, so there's no need to waste time cutting it off. This makes a great side dish for a roast leg of lamb.
Beef rib roast with spiced salt
Spice up your beef rib roast, the king of roasts, with spiced salt and serve with luscious garlic mayonnaise on the side.
Tropical toasted muesli
There's more yummy goodness packed into this tropical toasted muesli than one jar should be able to hold. Crunchy, nutty and sweet in all the right proportions.
No-bowl choc-bit slice
There's no bowl needed for this easy slice recipe. Just add the ingredients to the tin and bake.
Chouquettes (sugar puffs)
These puffs are best eaten soon after baking. Note
Lemon salmon patties on turkish
Patties can be made a day ahead; cover, refrigerate. If you can’t find mizuna (Japanese mustard lettuce), use wild rocket or rocket instead. Note
Chicken skewers with chilli garlic mayonnaise
Soak 8 bamboo skewers in water for about 30 minutes before use to prevent splintering and scorching. Note
Smoked salmon mousse with melba toast
This decadent, creamy salmon mousse served with crisp toasts is so easy to make and perfect for a cocktail party.
Antipasto melt
Ready within 5 minutes, these easy grilled mini pizzas are delicious and make a perfect mid-week dinner.
Tropical fruit flapjacks
These flapjacks make a great snack for lunchboxes or to serve as morning tea. We used dried pineapple, papaya and mango in this recipe. You could also try chopped dates or figs.
