Roasted lemon thyme chicken
Fresh lemon thyme brings its lovely fragrance to these roast chicken pieces. Serve with the kipler potatoes and plenty of delicious cooking juices.
Pork meatball curry
This is a super quick dinner and a great one for lifting spirits mid-week, with tender pork meatballs in a mild curry sauce and just-cooked green beans.
Pork and sesame burgers
Be a little adventurous with your burger this time. Replace beef with pork and tomato sauce with sweet chilli sauce for an exciting new take on a classic dish.
Pasta salad with tomato and crisp prosciutto
Really ripe tomatoes and crisp, salty prosciutto make this pasta salad a sensational dish. Store tomatoes at room temperature, rather than in the fridge, which will alter the texture and spoil the flavour. To accelerate ripening, place in a paper bag with a ripe banana.
Vegetable bhaji
Upgrade your garden variety vegetable fritter to an altogether more exotic version with this vegetable bhaji. Add dollop of mango chutney and you'll be in heaven.
Vietnamese beef curry
Packed full of flavour and spice, this hearty beef curry has a brilliant Vietnamese twist.
Scalloped potatoes
A well-loved side dish for many years, this simple and classic scalloped potatoes dish by Women's Day is always met with claps and squeals of delight. The kids love it, too.
Zucchini and feta slice
Chopped capsicum, olives or spinach leaves can be added to the mixture. This versatile slice will keep in the fridge for up to four days, and it also freezes well. Note
Zucchini, fetta and semi-dried tomato muffins
Test if the muffins are cooked by inserting a skewer in their centre. If it comes out clean and dry, it is cooked. Note
Curried pea soup
Take a trip to India with this warm soup made with tikka masala curry paste and best served with crunchy papadums.
Polenta gnocchi pie
Try cutting gnocchi into other fun shapes, such as hearts. Note
Crab and chilli spaghettini
Canned crabmeat can be used instead of fresh. Note
Turkey meatball korma
For a lighter version, replace coconut cream with a 270ml can of light coconut milk and ½ cup chicken stock. Note
Apple semolina
Creamy semolina porridge with apple makes a great breakfast, or dessert for children.
Beetroot dip
These yummy dips are best served with assorted crudités such as carrot, cucumber and capsicum sticks. All dips are enough to serve 1. Note
Adam’s apple
You need two limes for this recipe. You can buy cinnamon sugar from most supermarkets or make your own. Combine 1 tablespoon caster (superfine) sugar with a pinch of ground cinnamon. You can buy sugar syrup from liquor stores or make your own. Stir 1 cup (220g) caster (superfine) sugar with 1 cup (250ml) water […]
Butterflied pork steaks with pear and apple salsa
Fresh and crisp, this pear and apple salsa is the perfect side for tender butterflied pork steaks.
Brioche
Freshly made classic French brioche makes a simple yet delicious breakfast with a cup of fresh coffee.
Pineapple and mint frappe
Cool, refreshing and zesty, this tasty crushed ice drink is perfect for a hot Summer's day.
Artichokes with wild rice seasoning
Stuffed with seasoned wild rice, these tender little artichoke hearts make a sophisticated starter or share platter.
Aromatic beef stir-fry
Ground bean sauce is a mixture of soya beans, flour, salt, sugar and water. It is available from Asian food stores. To make your own version of ground bean sauce, add 1 teaspoon white sugar to 1 tablespoon black bean sauce. Snake beans are long (about 40cm), thin, round, fresh green beans, Asian in origin, […]
Roast beetroot, garlic and chia seed tart
You could also use 2 bunches of small beetroot. You will need to roast them for 1 1/4 hours and cut them into wedges. Beetroot stems are tender and sweet like silver beet and the slightly sour leaves are also edible. Little is wasted in this clever tart that utilises all parts of the beetroot. […]
Barbecued chicken with nam jim
Crispy-skinned barbecue chicken is genuinely finger-licking paired with this tasty nam jim sauce.
American-style spare ribs
To save on cleaning time, line the base of each dish with baking paper. Note
Plum chutney
Store in cool, dark place for up to 6 months; refrigerate after opening. Note
Avocado and sweetcorn soup
This is gorgeous, capturing the full flavour of late summer corn, offset with creamy avocado and lime and an intriguing mix of spices, with added pungency from coriander and chilli.
Balsamic-roasted mushrooms with fetta
You can also use portobello mushrooms. Large, flat mushrooms have a rich earthy, full-bodied flavour and meaty texture, making them perfect for roasting and barbecuing. They are sometimes misnamed field mushrooms, which are wild mushrooms. Note
Baked eggs with pancetta
This is the perfect brunch dish for entertaining, asyou don’t have to stand over it while it cooks.The capsicum mixture can be prepared ahead. Note
Balti biryani
Balti biryani gets its name from the thin, pressed-steel wok it is traditionally cooked and served in. A spicy rice based dish with tender meat and fragrant curry.
Baby spinach and parmesan salad
You can add thin slices of ripe but firm pears to this classic baby spinach and parmesan salad.
Garlic croûtons
These crunchy morsels make a delicious addition to soups and salads.
Banana passionfruit soy smoothie
Delicious, filling and nutrient-rich, this banana passionfruit soy smoothie is a great way to start the day.
Chicken and pumpkin curry
This fragrant chicken and pumpkin curry is packed full of flavour and mild spice. Enjoy a bowlful hot off the stove for a warming Winter dinner.
Chinese custard tarts
These silky egg tarts are consumed all year round in China, and are a familiar addition to any Dim Sum dessert trolley. And for good reason, they're delicious!
Red pepper sauce
Drained capsicum from a jar can be used, if preferred. Goes well with cold macaroni salad; grilled chicken breasts; barbecued sardines. Note
Beef panang curry
A classic Asian dish, this spicy panang curry sauce works beautifully with tender beef to create this flavour packed meal.
Pork saltimbocca kebabs
These pork skewers saltimbocca-style with proscuitto make a great starter or shared platter for a party.
Beef with asparagus & oyster sauce
You could use broccolini or broccoli instead of the asparagus, if you like. Note
Apple & rice cereal
Add rice cereal to other fruit purées, if you like. Note
Blue cheese twists
A light, flaky treat that's perfect for party platters, a savoury afternoon tea, or just as a snack.
Soy porridge with banana, whole seeds and almonds
Start your morning the right way with this nourishing soy porridge. Packed with whole grains, seeds, nuts and sweet banana, it is full of goodness to charge you for the day.
Armenian nutmeg cake
Armenian cooking is noted for its use of spices. In this recipe, nutmeg adds fragrance and taste to a not-too-sweet cake that cooks in two layers. Recipe can be made 2 days ahead; store in airtight container. Suitable to freeze, not suitable to microwave. Note
Beef salad with fresh rice noodles
This fresh and fragrant Asian-inspired noodle dish makes a great change from a midweek takeaway. It's easy to make and has the added punch of chilli, Vietnamese mint and Thai basil.
Blt
Slice these tasty little BLT sandwiches by the Australian Women's Weekly up into fingers so they can be accommodated by little hands. Because bacon is always a winner.
Asparagus with poached egg and hollandaise
Light, savoury and luscious, asparagus topped with a poached egg and hollandaise sauce is a classic dish.
Beetroot, carrot and spinach juice
Refrigerate all ingredients before making the juice.Serve the juice within 30 minutes of making. Note
Asparagus with tomato
You need four bunches of asparagus for this recipe. Note
Portuguese chicken
Serve with a green salad Note
Beetroot and orange salad
Blood oranges are available in winter. At other times use navel oranges instead. Segment the oranges over a bowl to catch any juice; use this in the dressing. Note
Roasted parsnip hummus with warm spiced chick peas
The perfect healthy snack. This roasted parsnip hummus is topped with caramelised onions and chickpeas that will keep you reaching for more.
Devilled lamb cutlets
These delicious devilled lamb chops are cooked in chutney and soy sauce. A quick and fruity recipe that's delicious served with mash and a classic two veg.
Banana and raspberry maple smoothie
Replace raspberries with blueberries or strawberries, if you prefer. Add honey and ground cinnamon if desired. Add crushed ice to the blender for an even thicker smoothie. Note
Steamed Christmas pudding
Embrace tradition, don your apron and arm yourself with a sturdy wooden spoon. You simply must create this sensational steamed Christmas pudding for family and friends this festive season. They'll love you for it.
Butterscotch bananas
The luxurious flavour of these butterscotch bananas completely belies the ease with which they are prepared. These sticky, caramelised morsels can only be enhanced by lashings of the creamy nougat yoghurt topping.
Caramel coconut macaroon slice
Store slice in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Use a serrated knife to cut this slice. Note
Gingerbread
Store in an airtight container for up to a week. Note
Angel hair pasta with smoked salmon & asparagus
For those evenings when you need something tasty for dinner in double quick time, this delicious angel hair pasta with smoked salmon and asparagus can be on your table in under 15 minutes.
Apple yoghurt with cinnamon
Suitable from 8 months Note
Beef teriyaki with bok choy
This quick and easy take on a traditional Japanese dish, makes a perfect mid-week dinner.
Pork cutlets with chickpea purée
These grilled cutlets are perfect teamed with an earthy Middle-Eastern inspired puree and a crisp, fresh salad.
Banana hotcakes
This recipe is also nut-free. Note
Butterflied lamb with lemon and herbs
Rigani is a dried Greek oregano, often sold in dried bunches, which the leaves crumble off easily. It is available from delicatessens or greengrocers. If it’s hard to find, use dried oregano leaves instead. You can also roast the lamb in a 220ºC/425ºF oven for 35 minutes. Note
Pork cutlets with caramelised pear sauce
While it's more commonly paired with apple, pear is a spectacular match for succulent pork.
Chunky ham and fig sandwiches
Spread bread with a little fig jam when fresh figs are not available. Note
