Apple cranberry pie
Both Granny Smith and Golden Delicious apples are suitable for this recipe. Note
Veal with lemon basil cream sauce
Veal schnitzel is thinly sliced steak available crumbed or plain (uncrumbed); we use plain schnitzel, sometimes called escalopes. Note
Baked beans and smoked cheddar
Quick, easy and delicious; try these baked beans and smoked cheddar roast potatoes.
Baby tartlets with fruit
Pastry cases can be made 3 days ahead; store in airtight container. Note
Crab, fennel and herb quiche
quiche filling We used lump crab meat from the fish market. Reserve fennel fronds when slicing the bulb. Note
Potato and thyme gratin
Creamy and cheesy potato gratin, made with leftover roast potatoes, is here perfumed with sprigs of fresh thyme.
Gazpacho
Gazpacho is a chilled tomato-based soup, but other varieties, such as cucumber, do exist.
Fruit crackle slice
Sprinkled with coconut, this chewy date slice is divine with a hot cup of tea.
Dried cranberry coconut macaroons
Cakestand top to bottom: Dried cranberry coconut macaroons; Salmon and egg finger sandwiches. Note
Ice-cream cone cake
You could fill the cones with scoops of ice-cream instead of the cupcakes just before serving. Tint the frosting a colour to match your party theme. Note
Indian-style curry with rice dumplings
For a filling, delicious family meal, try this Indian inspired chicken curry with a twist.
Baked sardines with fig and pine nut stuffing
For the breadcrumbs, it’s best to use day-old or stale bread. Italian vincotto is a condiment made from boiling down grape must (skins, seeds and stems of grapes) until thick and syrupy. It is available from selected supermarkets and delis. You can use balsamic glaze instead. Note
Crumbed sardines with roasted tomato sauce
Crisply crumbed and well matched with a piquant roasted tomato sauce, sardines make an excellent breakfast dish, lunch or a starter for dinner.
Poached quince and pears with almond crumble
These gently poached quinces and pears are soft and juicy and sweet. They are complimented wonderfully by the crispy almond crumble. If you like, you could serve them with whipped cream.
Chocolate and hazelnut pavlovas
Some nights warrant pulling out all the stops, and these chocolate and hazelnut pavlova with berries, cream and chocolate sauce have it all.
Baked lamb shanks with orzo
You can replace orzo with risoni if you like. Orzo, like risoni, absorbs cooking liquid. If the sauce is too thick, stir in a little extra water. If you make this dish in advance, you will need to add some water or stock when reheating. Note
White chocolate cream with poached nectarines
You can also use peaches, apricots or plums instead of nectarines. Keep any leftover poaching liquid to poach other fruit; or simmer the liquid until it's reduced and syrupy, stir in 1 tablespoon orange-flavoured liqueur then pour over ice cream.
Lemon, honey and pistachio biscotti
These crunchy Italian biscuits go wonderfully with hot espresso coffee.
Green vegetable, mint and ricotta soup
You can use vegetable stock if you prefer. You could use verjuice or dry white wine instead of vermouth. This soup can be served cold or at room temperature, cover, refrigerate until required. Note
Hot and sour prawn and chicken soup
Wonderfully light and fragrant, this beautiful Asian inspired chicken and prawn soup is deliciously healthy. Enjoy it for lunch or dinner on a cooling Winter's day.
Blueberry yoghurt loaf
This simple yet delicious blueberry loaf is perfect for a morning or afternoon snack with a steaming hot cup of tea.
Apple charlotte tartlets
If you would like to make your own delicious pastry cases, see the recipe for pastry in blueberry apple crumbles. Note
Black bean & lamb kebabs
Asian-style lamb kebabs drizzled with black bean sauce and sesame seeds.
Leek, bean and mushroom casserole
We used dried cannellini beans in this recipe. Note
Vegetable chap-chai
Vegetable chap-chai is an Asian-style stir-fry of baby buk choy, choy sum and wombok.
Asparagus, gruyère & prosciutto tart
An exquisite asparagus, gruyère & prosciutto tart for sharing with friends and family.
Italian-style chilli beef
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. Tomato passata is […]
Cider-roasted pork belly
Get some super-tender pork falling apart on your fork.
Duck broth with noodles
Delicious duck broth with noodles, gai larn, green onions and fresh coriander.
Chicken kofta with tomato salad
These juicy, spiced chicken koftas make a great light lunch served with ripe tomato salad, tzatziki and fresh bread.
Chickpea and lentil rice with fried onion
Baharat, an aromatic spice blend, includes some or all of the following: mixed spice, black pepper, allspice, dried chilli flakes, cinnamon, coriander seeds, paprika, clove, sumac, nutmeg, cumin seeds and cardamom seeds. It is used throughout the Middle East; here, it is often sold as “lebanese seven-spice”, and can be found in MiddleEastern food stores, […]
Chicken, artichoke and fetta pizza
We used large (25cm/10-inch diameter) packaged pizza bases for this recipe. You will need to purchase half a large barbecued chicken weighing about 450g to get the amount of shredded meat required for this recipe. Note
Corn cakes with avocado smash
Corn mixture can be made a day ahead, make the corn cakes on the morning of the party. Prepare the avocado smash as close to serving as possible; cover the surface with plastic wrap. Note
Marinated capsicums
Marinated capsicums can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three months; add them to your next anti pasta platter for a burst of colour, texture and flavour.
Cherry and lemonade fools
Make the most of summer cherries with this cooling dessert.
Zucchini ribbon salad with spearmint and almonds
Select mint leaves that are evenly coloured and have no brown tinge around the edges. A bunch of mint can be kept, stems in a jar of water and leaves covered with a plastic bag, in the refrigerator, up to five days. There are many varieties of mint, but one of the most common is […]
Veal and tomato dolmades
Veal and tomato dolmades, a family of stuffed vegetable dishes common in the Middle East and surrounding regions including the Balkans, the Caucasus, Russia, Central Asia.
Five-spice beef and Asian greens
Stir-fries are always an excellent choice for a mid-week dinner, being fast, fresh and full of flavour.
Hopscotch
equipment 20cm x 30cm lamington pan 20cm x 50cm prepared cake board (see basic know-how number 2, pages 160-161) decorations 165g packet mini musks Piping takes a little practice. You might find it easier to do the piping, numbering and lettering before using a spatula to position the cakes on the board. Note
Barbecued pork neck with five-spice star-anise glaze
Barbecued pork neck with five-spiced star-anise glaze from Australian Women's Weekly.
Date and bran muffins
high GI Note
Black forest cake
Make someone's special day even more special with this triple-layered beauty.
Chocolate coffee cream fancies
Sweet coffee biscuits covered with coffee cream and drizzled with dark chocolate are a sophisticated afternoon tea treat.
White chocolate, nut and berry blondies
Not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Leave the nuts and berries out of this recipe if you just want a plain Blondie. Dust the slice with a little sifted icing sugar, if you like. Note
Lemon and pink grapefruit syrup cakes
Pink grapefruit syrup turns these delectable little lemon cakes into something rather special.
Frangipane tart with caramelised figs
The frangipane flower and this frangipane tart have absolutely nothing to do with each other, despite the name. Although both look absolutely stunning and will fill your house with the most delightful aroma.
Chicken, mixed vegies and almond stir-fry
An easy and delicious chicken, mixed vegetable and almond stir-fry for a quick mid-week dinner.
Burghul-stuffed vine leaves with yoghurt dip
These stuffed vine leaves are rich in flavour with almonds, raisins, herbs and burghul wheat all bound together and served with a refreshing yoghurt dip.
Cardamom-scented chocolate cheesecake squares
Satisfy your sweet tooth with this decadent triple-layered slice.
Chicken and zucchini cakes
These cheesy zucchini cakes make a lovely light brunch served with a crisp green salad.
Baked baby barramundi with pumpkin seed pesto
When you want to pull out a dish that's set to impress, whole fish always does the job. This baked baby barramundi with pumpkin seed pesto makes a spectacular centre-piece.
Barbecued lamb, shallot and mesclun salad
With crisp sugar snap peas and a punchy mint dressing, this lamb salad makes a delightful lunch or light dinner.
Frozen yoghurt and raspberry swirl
Break up a few tablespoons of the frozen yoghurt and raspberry swirl with a fork for your toddler. Note
Jaffa liqueur squares
We used Cointreau, but you can use your favourite citrus-flavoured liqueur. Use orange juice instead of the liqueur, if you like. Note
Jelly bean train cake
This fun children's cake is great for the little ones that love playing with trains and automobiles. They'll love the taste and look of this tasty dessert!
Mango and raspberry jelly
When in season, use one large fresh mango weighing about 600g (1¼ pounds). Peel mango over a small bowl to catch as much juice as possible; cut off mango cheeks, then slice thinly. Squeeze as much juice as you can from around the seed into the same bowl, add enough cold water to make 1 […]
Apricot muesli slice
With a crunchy oat, cornflake and coconut topping, this slice is the perfect morning pick-me-up.
Crisp-skinned duck with orange and five-spice
Fragrant with spices and sticky with orange juice, this crisp-skinned roasted whole duck makes a spectacular centrepiece for a special dinner.
Tuna salad sandwiches
You can use canned pink or red salmon instead of the tuna. Note
Yogurt and cucumber dip
store Dip can be made 1 day ahead and refrigerated, covered. Note
Blueberry apple crumbles
Delight your family and friends with these miniature crumble pies, best served with a dollop of fresh cream.
Whisky seville marmalade
To sterilize jars, wash the jars and lids in warm soapy water. Rinse well. Place jars in large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to the boil and boil for 10 minutes. Carefully drain water from jars; transfer jars and lids to a baking tray lined with a clean tea towel. Cover with a sheet […]
Thai prawns with soba noodles and asparagus
Soba noodles are a low-GI japanese-style noodle made from a mixture of buckwheat and wheat, making them high in dietary fibre and protein. The sodium content is high, however, this is reduced significantly after cooking. Asparagus spears vary in thickness; if the ends are really thick, peel them from the bottom up to within 5cm […]
Chermoulla marinated pulled pork rolls
Chermoula is often made of a mixture of herbs, oil, lemon juice, pickled lemons, garlic, cumin, and salt. It is wonderful with pulled pork.
Apple and berry filo pie
Topped with a crunchy pastry lid sprinkled with cinnamon and flaked almonds, this juicy apple and berry pie makes a luscious ending to a family meal.
Cajun potato wedges
Cajun cooking is a meeting of French and Southern American cuisines. It is robust, country-style cooking that makes generous use of spices especially pepper and chilli.
Mango, passionfruit and lime jam
Homemade jam doubtless beats the store bought version any day. Why don't you break away from the traditional berry flavoured jams and try this more tropical flavoured version? You'll be glad you did.
Caraway seed cake
Store in an airtight container for up to two days. Note
White christmas
The cake and ice- cream cones can be prepared one day before the party. The frosting is best spread over the cake about an hour before serving. The frosting will lose its gloss after an hour or so. Note
Creamy pumpkin and sage ravioli
This recipe is best made close to serving. White balsamic vinegar is slightly sweet, and is available in the vinegar section in selected supermarkets and grocery stores. Note
Farfalle with salmon, capers and dill
Farfalle pasta, also called bow-ties or butterflies, have frilled edges and soft pleats to help contain the sauce; use orecchiette or fusilli, if preferred. Note
Choc-raspberry lamington slice
Leaving a 1cm (½ inch) border of sponge without cream will make the icing of the sides of the slice easier to do. The weight of the top layer of sponge will push the cream far enough. Note
Herbed tofu dip
Dip can be made 1 day ahead and refrigerated, covered. Note
