Barbecued salmon in brown sugar
Salmon can be marinated for 2 hours before cooking. Chicken stock can be used instead of the consommé. Note
Barbecued soy and ginger lamb
The lamb can be cooked in the oven, if you prefer. Preheat oven to 180°C/350°F and roast, uncovered, for about 30 minutes. Note
Asparagus with three toppings
Asparagus is a delicious summer vegetable that really comes into its own with the right topping. Try one of these three versions next time you serve this moreish vegetable.
Baby beetroot pasta salad
Save time by using char-grilled zucchini slices from the deli section of your supermarket. Note
Berry and yoghurt muffins
Rev up lunchboxes for the start of the new school year with these berry and yoghurt muffins.
After eight hot chocolate
We used crème de menthe for the mint-flavoured liqueur. Note
Apple sponge
Recipe is best made just before serving. It’s important to have the apple mixture as hot as possible before spooning over the sponge topping; the heat from the apple starts the cooking process. Note
Braised chicken with chickpeas, lemon & garlic
If you prefer, substitute 8 chicken legs or 4 chicken marylands for thigh cutlets. Smoked spanish paprika, also known as pimiento, gives this dish its characteristic Spanish flavour. Note
Grilled lemon and fennel seed perch with four bean salad
The cooking time of perch depends on the thickness of the fillet. Note
Barbecued soy and ginger lamb with coriander potatoes
This tasty meal is easy to whip up with a few fresh ingredients and pantry staples. Perfect for a mid-week dinner.
Baked three cheese pasta
More than just fancy macaroni cheese, this baked three cheese pasta is cheesy, creamy and crunchy on top. Ok, maybe it is a fancy macaroni cheese, but it's a great one.
Butterfly angel cakes
You could also use a 6-hole oversized muffin pan, if preferred. Bake larger muffins for a further 5 minutes. Note
Chickpea vegetable braise with cumin couscous
Tender braised vegetables and chickpeas served on a bed of cumin couscous is a great choice for a meat-free meal.
Coconut rice puddings
This recipe is also gluten-free. Note
Lime sorbet splice with mojito fruit salad
You will need about 9 limes and 4 passionfruit for this recipe. If you don’t have an ice-cream machine for Step 3, pour mixture into a shallow, freezeproof container; freeze until just set. Chop mixture, process until coarsely chopped; add egg white and process until combined. Freeze until partially frozen. Note
Bratwurst with cabbage & speck
Combine these 'brats' - otherwise known as bratwurst sausages - with cabbage and speck and you'll have a hearty and delicious meal. Perfect with a winter evening in front of the fire.
Banana and passionfruit cream cupcakes
You will need 2 large over-ripe bananas (460g) to get the required amount of mashed banana. Freeze un-iced cupcakes for up to 2 months in single layers to prevent damage; sealable plastic containers are good for this. For best results, try to fill as much of the space in the container as possible to eliminate […]
Bang bang chicken salad
Fresh, tasty and well spiced, bang bang chicken salad is an enduring classic for a reason!
Beef rendang
Recipe can made a day ahead; store, covered, in the refrigerator this allows the flavours to develop overnight. Note
Breakfast with the lot
Baby spinach is sold in containers of loose leaves rather than in bunches. The leaves are tender and sweet and are the perfect complement to the velvety texture of the egg. Note
Apple and blackberry jellies
Bright, fruity jellies studded with berries and set in martini glasses make a sophisticated dessert for a dinner party.
Baby toffee figs
We like to use green-skinned baby figs, they are very seasonal; check with your specialist greengrocer for availability. The toffee is very hot, so take care when dipping the figs into the toffee. Note
Chicken stir-fry with almonds and bok choy
You'll have dinner on the table in no time with this quick and easy stir-fry.
Beef and broccolini stir-fry
Broccolini is milder and sweeter than traditional broccoli and it is edible from flower to stem. When buying broccolini look for shiny stems with dark green buds and leaves. Note
Apple, cranberry and white chocolate biscotti
Biscotti will keep in an airtight container for at least a month. Note
Arancini
For a variation to the olives, fill the arancini with anchovies, tiny pieces of mozzarella or some finely chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Note
Lolly cake
Why choose between cake and lollies when you can have both in one handy slice?
Baby carrot and fresh beetroot salad
Beetroot will discolour your skin, so use disposable gloves when handling it. Baby carrots are also called dutch carrots, it’s rarely necessary to peel them. Prepare beetroot, carrots and the yogurt mixture the day before the picnic. Assemble salad at serving time. Note
Banana fruit ice
This is a deliciously healthy ice-cream substitute that can be served as a snack or dessert. Note
Slow-roasted pork neck
Ask your butcher to score, roll and truss the pork neck. Note
Sweet chilli cream cheese dip
Leave the cream cheese to soften or if you haven’t the time, cut it into cubes and beat it with an electric mixer before adding other ingredients. Note
Beetroot and yoghurt dip
Beetroot might be a love it or hate it kind of vegetable, but this creamy beetroot and yoghurt dip is sure to appeal to all. A great addition to a party table.
Braised peas with spring onion and bacon
Like a warm salad, these French style braised peas with spring onion and bacon makes an excellent side dish.
Chilled cucumber soup with whipped feta toasts
Sharp and tasty whipped feta toasts make a wonderful contrast to this cool, mild chilled cucumber soup.
Apple and prune mash
Suitable from 6 months Note
Banana maple friands
These delectably sticky friands are moist and and incredibly moreish. Enjoy them on their own, or with a generous dollop of thickened cream.
Sweet and sour beef mince with vegetables
Kecap manis is a dark brown, thick and sweet indonesian soy sauce. It usually contains star anise, garlic and palm sugar, giving it a sharp, complex flavour. Find it at supermarkets and Asian food shops. Note
Wild rice and chorizo salad
It may seem like a lot of dressing, but the rice will soak it all up. Note
Rhubarb and almond cake
Rhubarb is available all year round. For the best flavour, choose thin, magenta coloured stalks over thicker green ones. Note
Banana and coconut cake
To ripen bananas quickly, place in a brown paper bag in a warmish place until brown. To give the cake a nutty flavor, fold 1 cup of chopped pecans into the mix after adding the sour cream. Note
Mexican tortilla stack
Jazz up your standard family weeknight dinner with this delicious grilled Mexican stack, made by layering tortillas with melted cheese and a tender spiced chicken filling.
Panforte
A specialty of Siena, Italy, this dense fruit and nut cake is also known as Siena cake. You need to start this recipe the day before. Panforte will keep for up to 2 months wrapped in baking paper, then foil, in an airtight container.
Risotto with peas and bacon
Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note
Cookies and cream cheesecake
Sweet, rich and creamy, this cookies and cream cheesecake is perfect for a birthday party, family event or just an indulgent weekend dessert.
Roast tomato and goat’s cheese tart
Roast tomato and goat's cheese tart
Lamb, cheese and spinach gozleme
A traditional pastry with a savoury filling of lamb, cheese and spinach. Great for a snack or light meal. Don't forget to serve with a good squeeze of lemon juice.
Warm octopus and olive salad
A fresh green salad is given a whole new lease of life with tender baby octopus, olives, herbs and lemon. Baby octopus are much easier to prepare than their bigger brethren.
Orange mustard chicken with couscous
When preparing the couscous, add the sugar to taste, as the orange glaze with the chicken is quite sweet. Note
Coconut pork curry
Chunks of tender pork steeped in the the earthy warmth of ginger and coconut milk - you can't go wrong with this moreish meal to beat the winter chills.
Lemongrass prawn skewers
Spicy, sweet and fragrant, these prawn skewers are great barbecued for lunch and make perfect finger food for parties.
Citrus cheesecake with passionfruit topping
Sweet, rich and creamy with just the right amount of zest, this cheesecake filling sits atop a crumbly biscuit base for the perfect pairing of textures.
Pumpkin and pine nut penne
Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note
Chicken, asparagus and pea casserole
Chicken, asparagus and pea casserole
Stained glass window cake
Not suitable to freeze. Marmalade suitable to microwave. Note
Chinese-style braised pork ribs
There's no need to call the local Chinese take-away when you can create delicious braised pork ribs with Asian greens all on your own.
Seafood risotto
Packed with tender seafood, tomato and saffron, this risotto is hearty and delicious and makes a great red meat-free meal.
Thai-style green salad
This lovely green salad packs in heaps of fragrant Thai herbs and spices and the light mint and peanut dressing adds a fresh flavour and loads of crunch. Enjoy as a healthy side, or light lunch or dinner.
Strawberry and pomegranate pavlova roulade
Travel back to the old English countryside with this classic combination of cake, cream and strawberries. If you're looking for something a little less traditional, switch up the flavours with lemon, almonds and berries.
Beef olives
Steak, bacon and mushrooms - the holy trinity of the culinary world join together in this whopper of a recipe that's all about the meat.
Roast turkey with toasted almond stuffing
Toasted almonds make a delicious, nutty stuffing for this magnificent roast turkey. Remember, if you're roasting based on weight you should weigh the bird after you stuff it.
Chicken and prawn laksa
For an authentic touch, sprinkle with fried shallots (onions). Available from asian grocery stores and some major supermarkets. Note
Creamy chicken and corn chowder
Replace half the corn with frozen peas or beans. Instead of shredded chicken, you could flake 100g smoked trout or salmon into the soup in Step 3. Note
Satay chicken wings with asian slaw
Use drumsticks or drumettes instead of wings; cooking time will vary. Rainbow salad mix consists of shredded beetroot, carrot and broccoli stem. Make ahead: You can make satay sauce up to a day ahead; cover, then chill. Note
Cheesy hot dog puffs
Having a gathering? Give the frozen party pies a miss and hand around a piping hot batch of these tasty, cheesy hot dog puffs. Snack food never tasted so good.
