Women's Weekly Food

Trusted by home cooks for 90 years, The Australian Women’s Weekly’s Test Kitchen and cookbooks hold a singular place in shaping home cooking within the Australian culinary landscape. Today, the AWW Test Kitchen in Sydney is a thriving hub for food content, connected to two bustling photographic studios where a talented team of Australia’s best recipe developers, art directors, editors and photographers create our world class food content. Our recipes are thoroughly tested and tasted and given the Test Kitchen tick of approval, guaranteeing you’ll get great results in your home kitchen.

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chocolate mousse cake with pomegranate syrup

Baking

Dark chocolate recipes

Do you prefer your chocolate a little more bitter than sweet? These beautiful desserts are for you. We've used only the best quality dark chocolate to ensure you get the perfect balance of natural cacao flavouring, perfect enjoyed in our tarts, cakes, pies and cookies. Take a flick through our collection and see what catches your eye, whether it be an indulgent chilli chocolate ice-cream torte, or our peanut butter and jam brownies. If you're entertaining guests, you can't go past these desserts...

Dinner ideas

9 lamb stir-fries to jazz up dinner time

Many of us love throwing together a tasty stir-fry after work. They're quick to prepare, inexpensive, and often very adaptable. One of the lesson common meats used in stir-fries is an Aussie favourite; lamb. And if you're more likely to go for beef or chicken strips, take a look through these recipes for a fun way to mix up your weekly menu. From our Indian-spiced lamb mince, to our tender Mongolian strips, lamb is a beautifully different addition to stir-fries that you'll love.

Lunch

16 Paleo recipes for healthy lunches

Have you recently committed to a Paleo diet, or are interested in pursuing a lower-carb diet primarily focused on whole foods? This recipe collection is for you; here to make your lunch box choices a little more interesting that just steamed chicken and broccoli. From our delicious bun-free turkey burgers, to our 'fried rice' made from cauliflower and organic ham, there's nothing boring about these tasty lunch recipes.

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Asian street food recipes to make at home

Have you ever visited the bustling night markets in Asia? There is something incredibly unique about the way they make their food, packing it full of flavour, spices and passion. To create some of those beautiful dishes at home, we've gathered our favourite authentic street food recipes. From Thai-style pad see ew noodles, to Indonesian nasi goreng and sweet Korean walnut pancakes, we've got all the classics you know and love.



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Lunch

Rice salad recipes for healthy lunches

Whether you serve it warm or cool, rice is a brilliant addition to our healthy salads. If you opt for brown or wild rice, you'll get a slow-releasing, lower GI carbohydrate, or throw in some easy-to-digest white rice as a nice way to bulk up your dish. For some healthy ways to add more rice into your salads, take a flick through our recipes. From our Japanese inspired 'sushi' salads, to our Indian-style curried rice and cashews, these dishes are the perfect way to take your work lunches to the next level.

Dinner ideas

Red dhal with coconut curry

Packed full of hearty lentils and lovely Indian spices, this vegetarian curry makes a great quick and tasty weeknight dinner that's super healthy.

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Pear and Seville marmalade cake

Seville orange marmalade is traditionally made with the bitter Seville orange. It has a tangy and bittersweet flavour which adds a lovely tang to sweet pears in this cake.

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Brown lentil patties with grilled cucumber salad

These delicious brown lentil and spinach patties are baked, not fried, for a wonderfully healthy dinner. Serve with our fresh grilled cucumber and yoghurt salad for a filling, fibre-packed meal.

Dinner ideas

Beef and beer pie

A deliciously hearty beef and beer filling is encased in a buttery parmesan and pepper pastry to create a perfect weekend dinner. Be warned, though, your loved ones will be asking for seconds!

Baking

Retro dessert recipes for entertaining

Whether you're having a group of friends around for a retro-themed dinner party, or you just feel like cooking some nostalgic dishes from your childhood, these sweet recipes are sure to delight. We've got all the classics like black forest and pineapple upside-down cakes, plus lemon meringue pies, custard tarts and creamy vanilla slices. You'll also find sweet summer trifles and berry-topped pavlova recipes, perfect for entertaining in the hot Australian weather.

Lunch

Couscous salad recipe collection

Couscous is a wonderful addition to both warm and cool summer salads, bulking it up to keep you full and adding another layer of texture to your dish. It's quick to cook, and can be prepared in under five minutes, making it ideal for family weeknight meals or work lunches. For some inspiring ways to include more couscous in your salads, here's a selection of our favourite recipes. From spiced chicken and lamb salads, to ones with grilled vegies, or a simple herb and dried fruit mix.

Lunch

Healthy pumpkin salad recipes

One of our favourite ingredients to add into salads is warm roasted pumpkin. It bulks up the dish, keeping you fuller for longer, and provides a lovely natural sweetness. Pumpkin pairs beautifully with most ingredients, with everything from salty cheeses like feta and goat's cheese, to chickpeas, roasted lamb and nutty grains. Take a flick through our recipes and discover how adding pumpkin to your salads can take your healthy lunches from bland to brilliant in no time.

steamed vanilla pudding with poached pears

Dessert

Vanilla cakes, slices and desserts for morning tea

There's nothing 'vanilla' about this recipe collection. These beautiful cakes, slices and cookies are all packed full of flavour and are wonderfully sweet. We've also got homemade desserts like panna cotta, creme brulee and citrus-spiced tarts, all with the addition of beautifully fragrant vanilla. You'll find a homemade ice-cream recipe, plus some lovely French-style macaroons for morning tea. Take a flick through and see what catches your attention...

Quick & Easy

20 quick and tasty chicken stir-fry recipes

Stir-fries make the ultimate mid-week dinner option. They're quick and easy to whip together, and super versatile.

banoffee ice-cream tart with toffeed pecans

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10 perfect desserts with pecans

When you think about nuts, pecans aren't always one of the first that come to mind. But they're actually packed full to nutrients, from their gut-loving fibre to vitamins for healthy hair skin and nails. Not to mention, they taste amazing and their distinctly waxy-crunch goes perfectly in desserts. On that note, here's a selection of our favourite recipes that contain this beautiful little nut. From sweet pies and tarts, to cakes, scrolls and friands, try adding pecans into your desserts this weekend.

Lunch

Healthy quinoa salad recipes

This naturally gluten-free ancient grain is a brilliant addition to so many of our dishes, adding a good serving of plant-based protein to both sweet and savoury dishes. This collection of recipes honours its ability to take salads from bland to brilliant, with our deliciously healthy lunch options. From meat-free roasted vegetable dishes, to those loaded with tender grilled chicken or tuna, quinoa adds a lovely nutty texture that will fill you up, keep your muscles strong and your tastebuds happy.

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Chocolate and raspberry mud brownies

Fusing the indulgent flavours of chocolate mud cake and brownies, this delightful dessert recipe is perfect for a special weekend treat. We've added lovely fresh raspberries to cut through the richness.

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Nutella choc-nut cupcakes

For those of you who love Nutella, you simply can't go past these indulgent chocolate and hazelnut cupcakes. They're topped with a rich Nutella frosting, chocolate balls and roasted hazelnuts.

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Mexican-style grilled corn

Warm, buttery grilled corn is brilliant topped with creamy mayonnaise and shaved pecorino cheese in this Mexican style recipe. Serve as a side with grilled meat and fresh salads.

Dinner ideas

Homemade smoked ocean trout

There's something very special about the delicacy of smoked ocean trout, adding a unique flavour to many dishes. This is our go-to recipe for making it at home yourself, perfect served warm or chilled with a salad and bread, or sour cream and fresh dill.

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Mexican rice and black beans

This super tasty dish is quick to prepare, perfect for weeknights. It's packed full of Mexican spices your family will love, plus heaps of plant-based protein to fuel your bodies.

Dinner ideas

Mixed mushroom pasta

This delightful pasta dish is wonderfully creamy, and packed full of hearty mushrooms to fill your belly and comfort your soul. Make a big batch for the family for a warming night in.

Baking

Spiced banana and peach slice

We love making sweet slices because they're so versatile, and one of our favourite combinations is sweet banana and juicy peaches. Finish it off with a zesty lemon glaze for maximum flavour.

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Chocolate slice with macaroon topping

This gorgeous slice pairs the rich, creaminess of chocolate with a fluffy and nutty coconut topping. Make a batch for morning or afternoon tea when entertaining.

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Crumbed fish burger

Crispy fish fillets go perfectly when sandwiched between two pieces of fluffy baguette with creamy mayo and fresh lettuce. Lunch is sorted.

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Orange cake recipe collection

For those of us who love desserts but prefer something not-too-sweet, you can't go past a beautiful orange cake. They're wonderfully moist and fluffy, but the addition of fresh citrus fruits gives them a lovely zest that cuts through the richness. This recipe collection is full of every kind of orange cake you could ever want, from choc-orange mousse cakes, to drizzly syrup cakes and a creamy chiffon recipe. Take a flick through and see what catches your eye for dessert this weekend.

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12 foodie gifts to make for dad this Father’s Day

If you've found yourself running out of ideas of what to get Dad this Father's Day, why not put together a lovely hamper or homemade baked goods? Simply pop your goodies in a little basket and wrap up with cellophane. To make your recipe selection a little easier, we've gathered together a selection of foolproof treats that are sure to make Dad's day. From our licorice allsorts slice, to our chocolate chunk cookies, this is a really special way to show your father how much you love him.

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Easy recipes to bake with your little ones

Want to get creative in the kitchen this weekend and satisfy your sweet cravings? This collection of decadent treats are easy to make, perfect for getting your little ones involved with the cooking or decorating process. From our butterfly-topped brownies to our triple-chocolate brownies, these little baked goods make lovely lunchbox fillers, birthday party food and edible rewards. Take a flick through our recipes with your kids and let them cook what to make this weekend.

Dinner ideas

Easy one pot dinners for the family

When it comes to quick and easy family dinners, you can't get much better than cooking it all in one appliance. We've gathered our favourite recipes that only need one pot, pan or casserole dish, from stews and soups to risotto and roast dishes. And the best part? These tasty meals are super easy to clean up.

Korean beef lettuce cups with pickled vegetables

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Hands on dinner recipes for fun family meals

When it comes to preparing dinner for the family, we often stick to the recipes we know and love. But a really fun way to mix up your usual weeknight menu is to prepare some dishes you need to eat, and put together, with your hands. Your little ones will love getting to be a bit more messy with their meals, and you'll rest easy knowing you've put together a super quick, tasty and nutritious dish. Take a flick through and see which of our hands-on meals will get your family excited tonight.

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Sesame duck salad

Packed full of tender roasted duck, sweet pineapple and fresh herbs and spices, this Chinese-style salad is both healthy and delicious.

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Sushi rice salad with grilled prawns and mango

Similar to a deconstructed sushi bowl, this delicious salad showcases all the beautiful flavours of Japanese cooking with some freshly grilled Australian prawns.

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Freekeh salad with spiced vegetables

Embrace the lovely flavours of fresh vegetables, zesty Moroccan spices and nutty freekeh in this surprisingly filling summer salad.

Baking

Burnished key lime pie

Zesty citrus fruits and fluffy  meringue combine in this crowd-pleasing dessert that’s light and tasty for summer. It's a brilliant take on the classic dessert, with the meringue encasing the lemon and lime centre.

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Christmas coffee wreath cake

This stunning cake is shaped like a Christmas wreath to make your festivities even more special. Your loved ones will love how it looks, but obsess over how it tastes. The rich coffee mascarpone filling is utterly delicious.

Dessert

Macadamia and fig Christmas pudding

The addition of sweet and juicy figs and crunchy Australian macadamia nuts puts a delightful twist on the classic steamed Christmas pudding. Cut yourself a big slice and serve warm with a drizzle of cream.

Dessert

Mango and passionfruit pavlova

This iconic Australian dessert is made even more delicious with the addition of fresh tropical fruits. Whip up this gorgeous pavlova for a special occasion, birthday party or Christmas celebration.

Baking

Baked breakfast recipes to super-charge your morning

When it comes to breakfast in Australia, our minds might jump to a bowl of cereal with milk, granola and yoghurt or refreshing acai bowls. However, when the mornings cool down or you're enjoying a relaxing weekend, you might crave something a little warmer. To make the selection easier, here is a group of our favourite baked breakfasts including Middle Eastern-style shakshuka, sweet fruit loaves and muffins, and fibre-packed slices. Switch the oven on and let's get cooking...

Dessert

Retro dessert recipes with chocolate

There's some recipes which never seem to go out of fashion, especially when they involve chocolate. This collection of desserts honours those beautiful sweet dishes from our childhood, from chocolate-glazed profiteroles to black forest cheesecake. There's all the morning tea favourites like neenish tarts and lamingtons, plus special occasion cakes, puddings and pavlova. Take a trip down memory lane with these gorgeous desserts and give them a regular place in your kitchen again.

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20 classic baking recipes from The Australian Women’s Weekly

When it comes to home cooking in Australia, there is no one more well-respected than The Australian Women's Weekly. And apart from their classic lunch and family dinner recipes, The Weekly is best known for their beautiful baked goods. From cakes and cupcakes, to pies and tarts, these delightful recipes are completely timeless and continue to be requested throughout the generations. Take a flick through and see what you'll be baking for your loved ones this weekend.

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Vegan dinner recipes for the family

From hearty casseroles and curries to lasagne and pasta dishes, let us show you just how tasty eating meat-free can be. If you're following a vegan diet for ethical or health reasons, these dinner recipes are for you. They contain no animal products, but are all super delicious (and nutritious) and are guaranteed to fill you up and satisfy your cravings.

Lunch

Wraps, pita pockets and tortilla recipes for quick and easy lunches

If you're looking for a tasty way to mix up your standard work or school lunchbox fillers, have a look through our collection of flavour-packed, filling recipes. From our grilled lamb and beef wraps, to our spicy fish tortillas and crispy beef and carrot pita pockets, there is something here for every tastebud. And the best part? Each of these recipes can be ready in under an hour and enjoyed warm or cool, whatever your preference. Lunch time just got so much more appealing!

Dinner ideas

Sizzling prawn fajitas with avocado cream

Packed full of authentic Mexican spices, these quick and easy prawn fajitas are best served with with a cooling dollop of avocado sour cream. Healthy family dinners have never been so easy.

Dinner ideas

Chilli con carne meatballs

We've put a fun twist on the classic chille con carne with the addition of hearty meatballs. Try serving this delicious Mexican-spiced casserole over freshly steamed rice for an easy family dinner.

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16 retro dinner party recipes and dessert ideas

Whether you're hosting a retro-themed dinner party or you just feel like taking your family on a trip down memory lane, these timeless recipes are worth holding onto. We've got all the classic savoury starters like prawn cocktails and easy-to-make cheese balls. There's also main meal ideas like our beef Wellington recipe and traditional quiche Lorraine. Then, finish up with one of our old-school desserts... Black forest cake or chocolate bombe Alaska, anyone? Let's get cooking.

Dessert

11 excellent egg-free desserts

Most of us love to indulge in a cheeky sweet treat on occasion, but there are some people that are limited with their dessert choices due to allergies or intolerances. Luckily, we’ve pulled together a selection of our best egg-free desserts to satisfy all your cravings. And whether you want to tuck into a batch […]

Tips and techniques

Foods that help reduce water retention

If you've ever woken up with a significantly puffier face following a big meal the night before, you might not been imagining it. It's possible you're retaining extra fluids.

Poached pear and quince with almond crumble

Tips and techniques

8 foods to avoid during pregnancy

Is zucchini safe to eat while pregnant? What about fried ice cream? Let us straighten it out for you with this list of 8 foods to avoid during pregnancy and why.

Baking

Simple butter cakes and tea cakes

We've pulled together a selection of our favourite sweet and fluffy butter cakes and tea cakes to enjoy alongside your mid-morning or afternoon cuppa. Cut yourself a big slice, pop on the kettle, and sit back and relax.

Dinner ideas

24 Classic Australian Women’s Weekly Dinner Recipes

When it comes to Aussie home cooking, The Australian Women's Weekly are known for their hearty, flavoursome family dinners. We've pulled together a selection of some of the most popular dinner recipes from The Weekly, with everything from our classic apricot chicken and chicken cacciatore, to our Italian-style risotto and Indian-inspired dhal curry. You'll also find classics like our pasta and potato bakes, plus a retro tuna mornay recipe to bring back the memories. Have a flick through and see what tickles your fancy tonight.

Healthy

Healthy recipes with mince for dinner

It's cheap to cook with, easy to whip up quickly and can be an extremely versatile addition to many dishes, but mince certainly doesn't need to be boring. Once you add your herbs, spices, veggies and carbohydrate of choice, it can be super healthy and flavoursome. To show you how you can include more mince in your healthy recipes, here is a selection of our favourite chicken, beef, lamb and pork recipes. We've also included some lean turkey mince options to cut down on fat and kilojoules. Dinner that's healthy and tasty? Tick!

Dinner ideas

The Australian Women’s Weekly’s retro comfort food recipes

When you think of comfort food, it's generally something warm, oozing and crunchy, packed full of salt or sugar to settle your food cravings. And even when we look back the classic Australian Women's Weekly favourites, we've always loved our one-pot meals.These retro recipes include pasta and potato bakes, creamy tuna mornay, cheesy mac and cheese and hearty meat casseroles. You'll also find deliciously warm desserts including rhubarb crumble, hot apple pie and rice pudding.

Lunch

The Australian Women’s Weekly Potato Salad Recipes

Potato salad is one of those Aussie picnic favourites that is loved by all. There's just something deliciously comforting about hearty boiled potatoes tossed with rich, creamy mayonnaise. This timeless staple goes well alongside grilled sausages, lamp chops and roast beef sandwiches. And the best part? The flavour variations are limitless. We've pulled together our favourite spins on the humble dish, some which include bacon, others with salmon, prawns and scallops. Dig in!

Healthy

The best foods to eat when suffering from acid reflux

If you find yourself left with an uncomfortable feeling of burning in your chest and throat after eating, you may be suffering from acid reflux. There's a few lifestyle changes you can make to help reduce the severity of your reflux, which includes eating low-fat and non-acidic foods. Steamed, poached and grilled poultry and seafood is a great base for your meals, then add vegetables like fennel, celery and ginger (known for reducing acid in your body). Light, easy-to-digest carbs like oats, rice and couscous can also be eaten. Try to avoid high-fat foods like cream, cheese, avocado or mayonnaise.

Baking

Kids’ birthday party critter cupcakes

These adorable little critter cupcakes from The Australian Women's Weekly's 'Easy Party Cakes' cookbook make the perfect childrens' birthday party treats. Each animal takes about an hour to put together, so allow yourself half a day if you want to make them all.

Healthy

Healthy fruit ‘pizza’ kids birthday party cake

These cute little pizza cakes from The Australian Women's Weekly's 'Easy Party Cakes' cookbook are not what they seem - they're actually made entirely out of fruit, creating a healthy sweet treat.

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Gluten-free raspberry and chocolate brownies

Just because you're following a gluten-free or dairy-free diet doesn't mean you have to miss out on indulgent treats. This brownie recipe from The Australian Women's Weekly's 'Delicious Gluten-Free Food' cookbook is living proof. Dig in!

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Gluten-free pancakes with grilled honey bananas and raspberries

Pancakes are one of the best parts of weekends, apart from sleep-ins, of course. But you don't need to miss out because you've cut out gluten from your diet. This recipe from The Australian Women's Weekly's 'Delicious Gluten-Free Food' cookbook is tummy-friendly.

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Chilli and lime pan-fried fish

Just because you're following the 5 2 fasting diet doesn't meat you're limited to boring, bland meals. This tasty Asian-inspired seafood recipe from The Australian Women's Weekly's cookbook '2-Day Super Diet' is packed full of flavour, and is still low in calories.

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Grilled pineapple with yoghurt and chia

This beautiful dish from The Australian Women's Weekly Cookbook '2-Day Super Diet' can be enjoyed for breakfast or dessert, depending what time of the day you feel like. It's low in calories, making it a suitable option for the 5:2 Fasting Diet.

warm beef salad with black-eyed peas, corn and chimichurri

Dinner ideas

South American Recipes for Rio Olympics Party 2016

Want to feel like you're in Rio De Janeiro this year, sitting alongside the world's best athletes as they compete? Us too. But for those of us who weren't lucky enough to get tickets, why not bring the Southern American celebrations to you? These tasty recipes are perfect for those hosting Olympics parties, and are designed to be shared with loved ones. From our hearty chilli beans with chimichurri to our super-sweet churros and nourishing acai breakfast bowl, there's something here to please every sports lovers' tastebuds. Let's get cookin'!

Dinner ideas

The Australian Women’s Weekly Thai Recipes

It's no wonder why Thai food is one of the most popular forms of cuisine in Australia - it's fresh and healthy, but packed full of beautiful herbs, spices and fragrant sorted. If you don't feel like heading out to a restaurant or ordering in takeaway, check out these delicious recipes that you can make at home yourself. From our Thai tom yum soup and fresh papaya salad, to our spicy green and red curries, we've covered off all the classics for your enjoyment. Dig in!

Baking

Dark chocolate bundt cake

This wonderfully rich bundt cake is brilliant served with a drizzling of delicous Lindt dark chocolate glaze and sprinkling of crunchy pistachio nuts, creating a weekend treat to indulge your sweet tooth. Recipe brought to you by Lindt.

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The Australian Women’s Weekly Italian dinner recipes

When it comes to Italian recipes, most peoples' minds will jump straight to spaghetti bolognese or pizza. And while these dishes have become a big part of Australian cuisine over the past few decades, Italians have a wide range of beautiful dinner dishes that are worthy of being on every dinner table. From our chicken saltimbocca to our roast vitello tonnato and crisp risotto-filled arancini balls, these authentic recipes will have you looking forward to dinner time. Let's get cooking!

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