Spiced spatchcock with herb yogurt
Crispy and delicious spiced spatchcock with a cooling herb yogurt from Australian Women's Weekly.
Parisienne slice with coffee icing
Keeping time: 4 days. Note
Semolina and yoghurt lemon-syrup cake
Semolina is available from health-food stores and supermarkets. It can be replaced with 1 cup plain (all-purpose) flour. Lime, orange or mandarin juice and grated rind can be substituted for the lemon. Note
Pear with cheese and prosciutto
Blue cheeses are mould-treated cheeses mottled with blue veining. Varieties range from firm and crumbly stilton types to mild, creamy brie-like cheeses. Use a firm and crumbly blue cheese for this recipe. Note
Chocolate brownies with sour cream frosting
A classic treat from our iconic Test Kitchen.
Mini raspberry sponge cakes
These cakes are best made on the day of serving. Note
Canapés with three toppings
Instead of piping the cream cheese mixture onto the canapés, you can just use a teaspoon to drop small amounts on top of the mini toasts. Mini toasts are available from delis, groumet food shops and some supermarkets. Note
Low-fat toasted muesli
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 months. Note
Rhubarb and vanilla crumble cake
You will need about two bunches of rhubarb for this recipe. To spread the second layer of cake batter over the crumble, without mixing the two, dollop the batter into each corner first, then gently spread the batter toward the centre. Note
Smoked salmon and cream cheese stacks
If salmon slices are less than 6cm wide, you can use two pieces side by side. Overlap edges of salmon then press them together gently before cutting out rounds. Note
Rigatoni with eggplant sauce
Rigatoni, a ridged, tube-shaped pasta, is ideal for baked dishes because it is wide and the hearty fillings cling to the indentations around the edges. Note
Smoked trout and crisp noodle salad
Filleted portions of smoked trout, in a variety of sizes, are now available at most supermarkets; we used three 150g portions for this recipe. Crispy fried noodles are crisp wheat noodles already deep-fried. They are available from Asian grocery stores and most major supermarkets. If you like, replace the coleslaw mix with 3½ cups of […]
Rainbow salad
A beautifully bright and colourful rainbow salad packed full of beetroot, asparagus, orange and avocado.
Lemony coconut squares
Sugar flowers of many shapes, sizes and colours can be bought from most supermarkets and cake decorating shops. Note
Pork stuffing balls with nectarine salad
This recipe will make about 36 balls. You can also use this stuffing to fill the cavity of a whole turkey or 2 large chickens. Note
Scrambled eggs with asparagus
Scrambled eggs need to be cooked and stirred gently until they are creamy and barely cooked. Over-cooking will toughen them. Eat them straight away or they’ll become watery. Note
Pomegranate cookies
For this recipe you need 1 large pomegranate (375g). Note
Seafood stew
Hearty and warming, this delicious stew is packed full of fresh seafood to nourish your body and soul.
Spicy coconut lamb curry
Fragrant and delicious spicy coconut lamb curry with potato and eggplant.
Panini with chorizo and manchego
Use a whole-egg mayonnaise for the best flavour. Manchego cheese is Spanish; it is available from specialist cheese stores and Spanish delicatessens. If you can’t find it, use parmesan cheese instead. Use a vegetable peeler to shave the cheese. Note
Princely peacock
You’ll be prouder than a peacock when you present this cake at the party. The design is mainly in the placement of the lollies. Note
Matzo honey cake
It’s important to use regular honey in the matzo cake, not the easy-to-pour liquefied version Note
Mocha, almond and chocolate ice-cream
A delicious and tri-coloured ice-cream topped with dark chocolate and almonds.
Chicken and merguez cassoulet
A hearty cassoulet with delicate chicken breast and merguez, a spicy North African sausage.
Pineapple and orange juice
This recipe is also nut-free, gluten-free and egg-free. Note
Number 4
Allen’s Racing Cars and Pineapples can be found in Allen’s Teeth `n’ Stuff, Retro Party Mix and Classic Party Mix. Note
Pork and chicken with black bean sauce
Asian-style pork and chicken stir-fry with a wonderfully rich black bean sauce.
Sweet chilli chicken with mango lime salad
If fresh mango is not available, you can use 800g canned mango cheeks instead; drain them well, then slice thinly. Note
Wacky wabbit birthday cake
Ehh, what's up doc? This cake, for one! Inspired by our favourite wacky wabbit, Bugs, this kids' favourite - straight from The Australian Women's Weekly's famous 'Children's Birthday Cake Book' cookbook - is sure to be a hit.
Sweet chilli chicken with rice
Use only the lower white part of the lemon grass stem. Garlic, lemon grass and sweet chilli sauce lend a Thai accent to this recipe Note
Persian lamb with roasted rhubarb
If you have an electric pressure cooker you won’t need to reduce the heat to stabilise pressure, your cooker will automatically stabilise itself. Always check with the manufacturer’s instructions before using. Frying the herbs in butter, rather than adding them directly to the sauce, gives them extra flavour and keeps them bright green. Recipe not […]
Potato and pumpkin purée
suitable from 6 months Reheat frozen portions in a microwave oven on MEDIUM (50%) power until just warmed. You could make the combination while cooking the purées; freeze, in 1-tablespoon portions in ice-cube trays, covered, for up to 1 month. Note
Spiced oranges with brown sugar toffee
When you think the toffee syrup has almost reached the colour we suggest, quickly remove the pan from the heat, remembering that the syrup will continue to cook and darken during this time. Let the bubbles subside, then drop a teaspoon of the syrup into a cup of cold water. The toffee should set the […]
Cloud cupcakes
This recipe also makes 12 standard muffins (⅓-cup/80ml capacity holes). Bake cakes for 20 minutes. Note
Sausage meatball pasta
A quick and easy authentic Italian pasta with sausage meatballs and rigatoni.
Roast leg of pork with pears and parsnips
Pears, parsnips and red onion have a natural sweetness that is enhanced on roasting. This sweet flavour balances beautifully with pork’s creamy, fatty texture making it the perfect pairing. It’s the same reason apple works so well as an accompaniment with pork in all its forms. Note
Raspberry and coconut muffins
If using frozen berries, use them unthawed, this will minimise “bleeding” of the colour into the mixture. Muffins can be frozen either individually wrapped in foil or together in a sealed container for up to 3 months. To thaw frozen muffins, either place muffins on an oven tray covered with foil, or wrap individual muffins […]
Poule-au-pot
A traditional Sunday dinner dish in the French countryside that literally means, 'chicken in a pot'.
One duck family all in a row
Even though small guests may not be eating the cakes they’ll love the look of a duckling-topped cake. Make sure the ducks are completely dry and firm. The drying time will depend on the weather; if it’s wet or humid, it could take overnight. The ducklings will take less time to dry than the mother […]
Spicy banana fruit loaf
You will need about 3 large overripe bananas for this recipe; mash 2 of them for enough mashed banana. Note
Salami antipasto pasta
We cooked this recipe in two ovenproof dishes, each dish will serve three. We have deliberately used dried, uncooked pasta in this dish. The texture of the final dish is a little chewy, but still tender. Note
Gingerbread man
A fun and delicious gingerbread man that is great for kid's parties.
Cute monster
This playful, and friendly, looking monster will keep the little ones amused with its bright, cheery colours and smiling face. Note
Mixed satay
Recreate your favourite Asian starter dish at home with delicious satay and sweet and sour sauces.
Sumac chicken with minted eggplant
Sumac is a spice that adds a tart, lemony flavour and can be found in Middle Eastern food stores. Note
Roast pork loin with rosemary gravy
Tender pork loin stuffed with capsicum and ciabatta crumb and served with a rosemary gravy.
Peach & vanilla yoghurt fools
Peach & vanilla yoghurt fools
Chirashi (scattered sushi)
Use the freshest, sashimi-quality fish you can find. Raw fish sold as sashimi has to meet stringent guidelines regarding its handling and treatment after leaving the water. We suggest you seek advice from local authorities before eating raw seafood. Recipe not suitable to freeze. This is the perfect dish if you love sushi but haven’t […]
Crazy merv
Kids love funny faces so Merv is bound to create peals of merriment Note
Moroccan beef with citrus couscous
Harissa is a delicious spicy Moroccan paste made from dried red chillies, garlic, oil and caraway seeds.
Spiced lamb with rice and lentils
A fragrant and simple spiced lamb dish with rice and lentil from Australian Women's Weekly.
Seafood, bean and tomato stew
This Italian-style seafood, bean and tomato stew has a delicious combination of flavours and textures.
Pressure cooker rice, chickpea & yoghurt soup
Be careful when frying mint as it will spit. Note
Gift box for baby
Equipment: 35cm (14-inch) square wooden cake board Smoothing tools pasta machine 1.4cm (¾-inch) and 4.5cm (1¾-inch) perspex measures vinyl mat fine artist’s paint brush stitching tool alphabet cutters paper piping bag. Although this cake is a labour of love, it’s worth every bit of effort. The strips of icing can be made by rolling the […]
Charcuterie plate
Raid the delicatessen shop to create this exquisite French platter.
Chocolate cherry pops
Store in an airtight container at a cool room temperature until ready to serve. Cake pops will keep for up to a week. Use red Candy Melts in place of tinted chocolate Melts if you like. Note
Roasted muesli with dried fruit and honey
You can find both pepitas and craisins in most supermarkets. Rolled rice is available from health food stores or the health food section of your local supermarket. Note
Spicy tofu stir-fry
We used hard (stir-frying) tofu; you can substitute firm tofu, if you prefer. Note
Spiced chicken in coconut sauce
This deliciously tender slowcooked spiced chicken in coconut sauce from Australian Women's Weekly.
Lancashire hot pot
Not suitable to freeze. If you have one, try using a mandoline to cut the potatoes into paper-thin slices, otherwise, use a very sharp knife. We used a merlot-style wine in this recipe. Note
Sesame omelette and crisp mixed vegetable salad
Omelettes can be made up to 3 hours ahead and stored, covered, in the refrigerator, roll and slice just before assembling salad. Note
Pistachio cake with rosewater frosting
Make sure the rose petals are chemical-free. Organic petals can be found at specialist cake decorating shops and some delicatessens. If fresh organic rose petals are unavailable, sprinkle cake with chopped rosewater-flavoured turkish delight. Rosewater will vary in strength between brands. Start with a small amount and adjust to taste. If using rosewater essence, start […]
Pepper beef and mushroom stir-fry
Dry sherry can be used instead of mirin. Note
