Vanilla and rhubarb slice
Layers of sponge cake and vanilla ice-cream topped with a fresh rhubarb compote makes this vanilla and rhubarb slice a wonderful summer dessert.
Old-fashioned fish and chips
Home made fish and chips is a good healthy alternative to eating greasy ones, and it tastes just as good if not better.
Allergy-free fruit cake
This fruit cake is suitable for many allergy diets, as it does not contain wheaten flour, eggs, milk or butter; the only sugar is in the fruit.
Tuna rice paper rolls
A huge hit at parties, fresh rice paper rolls also make an excellent lunch, or after-school snack.
Warm pasta and lamb salad
A healthy and hearty warm pasta and lamb salad from Australian Women's Weekly.
Goat’s cheese with chickpeas and capsicum
A truly Mediterranean mix that is a perfect addition to any platter.
Asparagus tempura with chervil vinaigrette
Celebrate summer with this beautiful, light asparagus tempura drizzled in a herby vinaigrette.
Fish and scallop stir-fry
Treat yourself to this simple fish and scallop stir-fry and brighten up an ordinary mid-week evening.
Banana-chilli pickle
This zingy chilli pickle is great as a dip or for spreading on sandwiches to add spice and flavour.
Chicken, lemon and rice
We suggest you make your own stock for this recipe; see the recipe on page 112. Arborio rice, otherwise known as white short-grain rice, is an excellent choice for this recipe due to its high starch level, making for a deliciously creamy soup. This soup is our take on the classic Greek avgolemono (which translates […]
Chocolate, honey & red berry parfait
The parfait can also be made in a 10.5cm x 23.5cm (4-inch x 9½-inch) terrine or loaf pan; grease, then line the base and sides with baking paper, extending the paper over two long sides. serving suggestion Serve with extra raspberries and cherries. You will need to start this recipe a day ahead. Note
Green onion blinis with chilli crab salad
You can buy cooked crab meat at the local fish markets or supermarket. Alternatively, buy fresh crabs and cook them (blue swimmer crabs are good). To tell if crabs are meaty, look at the claws; if they are pointy and sharp it means they have a new shell and don’t have much meat. If the […]
Buckwheat crepes with spicy green bean filling
Unfilled crepes can be frozen up to 2 months. Note
Rice noodles with lamb and spinach
These noodles with lamb and spinach can be thrown together in minutes and be on the table soon after you arrive home from work. Quick, healthy and delicious.
Fish gyros
Soak bamboo skewers in cold water for at least an hour before using to prevent them scorching during cooking. We used flathead fillets in this recipe. Note
Moussaka stack with lemon-yoghurt dressing
Like a deconstructed version of the classic Greek dish, these moussaka stacks with lemon-yoghurt dressing are lighter than the original, and just as tasty.
Zucchini and mascarpone tarts
Not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Use a mandoline or V-slicer to slice the zucchini quickly and evenly. Note
Italian-style lamb cutlets
These prosciutto wrapped lamb cutlets hide a delicious creamy and boldly flavoured centre. Serve with some grilled mediterranean vegetables for a tasty, low-carb meal.
Apricot chicken on turkish
Whip up something healthy and filling for lunch with this spiced chicken sandwich with apricot and kumara.
Orange and date dessert muffins
These muffins are delicious without the orange sauce. However, the rich buttery sauce transforms them into a dessert for grown-ups. Grand Marnier (or brandy) is the best liqueur to use. Remember to grate the rind of the oranges before you juice them. If the muffins need re-heating, 20 or 30 seconds in a microwave oven […]
Oysters with pesto butter
Oysters are delicious raw, but when cooked are surprisingly versatile with their unique flavour seeming to go well with just about anything. Here we've prepared them with a delicious pesto butter.
Barbecued beef sirloin with sweet ginger rub
Spice up your barbecue with this side of sirloin and sweet ginger rub. Remember to stand the meat for at least 15 minutes before slicing and you'll be rewarded with a moist and tender meat.
Black bean and mango salsa
Crunchy, fruity and spicy, this black bean and mango salsa is gorgeous paired with fish.
Lemon-chilli butterflied chicken
Crispy and crunchy butterflied chicken from Australian Women's Weekly.
Wicked wizards hat
EQUIPMENT deep 26cm x 36cm (10½-inch x 14½-inch) baking dish 45cm x 50cm (17-inch x 18-inch) rectangular cake board small paper piping bag. DECORATIONS silver cardboard, for buckle; 1 black licorice strap; 100g (3 ounces) white chocolate Melts; coloured sprinkles. With magic and mayhem being all the rage these days, there are sure to be […]
Lamb and hokkien noodles in plum sauce
Try this tasty, speedy lamb and noodle stir-fry for an easy weeknight dinner.
Bruschetta niçoise
The classic French flavours of salade niçoise work wonderfully as a topping for this speedy bruschetta.
Old-fashioned rissoles with gravy
With a pile of buttery mash and a serve of your favourite vegetables, these old-fashioned rissoles and gravy for dinner will please the whole family.
Fish fingers with coleslaw
Whip up these tasty fish fingers with fresh, whole ingredients and pop them on a little pile of crisp colourful coleslaw and dig in. The kids will love you for it and you'll tick off a good portion of your five-a-day and fish intake.
Rich chocolate christmas cakes
Buy 200g (6½ ounces) muscatels for these cakes, use one-third in the cake mixture and the rest for decorating. Note
Hot raspberry soufflés
These beautiful and blushing soufflés are dead easy to make. Just remember to whip up your egg white well, and serve them straight from the oven to the table.
Salmon with lime & coriander pesto
For crisp-skinned salmon, salt the skin before pan-frying or barbecuing, and cook skin-side down first. The salt helps draw any moisture out of the skin to make it crisp. Turn only once to complete cooking.
Lemon and fennel snapper
Tender whole baby snapper roasted with lemon and fennel makes a great centrepiece for a relaxed meal with friends.
Upside-down mandarin polenta yoghurt cake
This delicious and impressive looking mandarin upside-down cake is a little tricky to make but is oh so worth it. Better still it is gluten-free so everyone can enjoy it. Use a microplane to zest the fruit for best results.
Chicken with tarragon cream
If you can’t find drumettes and wingettes, buy eight chicken wings, chop off and discard the tips. Chop the remaining pieces in half at the joint. Whole-egg mayonnaise gives the best flavour. The chicken and tarragon cream can be made the day before, keep, covered separately, in the refrigerator. Note
Berry sponge slice
Encased in crisp puff pastry, this beautiful berry sponge slice makes a delightful sweet treat with tea or coffee.
Sausage pasta bake
This cheesy bake is packed with veggies and perfect for the whole family.
Veal steaks with Italian white bean salad
Healthy and lean veal steaks with Italian white bean salad from Australian Women's Weekly.
Dried fig relish
Chutney will thicken on standing, it should be quite runny after cooking. Note
Satay prawn stir-fry
Satay sauce is a delicious creamy, sweet and salty peanut-based sauce that typically also contains soy sauce, coconut milk, ginger and garlic. It is used widely in Thai, Indonesian, Malaysian, Singaporean and Vietnamese cuisines.
Chicken parmigiana stacks
Put the baking dish as close to the preheated grill as possible. This dish can be served as is, or accompany it with a salad, or soft polenta, and fresh crusty bread to soak up the juices. Note
Falafel rolls
Served with homemade baba ghanoush and zingy tabbouleh, these warm falafel wraps will be a popular dinner dish.
Brown fried rice with vegetables
Tossed with omelette strips and hot chilli, this gingery fried rice makes a speedy, delicious weeknight dinner.
Pork balls with soy and lime dipping sauce
Exciting Asian-style nibbles, these pork balls with a soy and lime dipping sauce are perfect for cocktail parties.
Potato and bacon frittata
Frittata tastes great hot, cold or at room temperature; it’s perfect at breakfast time or for lunch and is a hit with kids and adults alike. For a splash of colour and extra flavour, cut up some fresh parsley, basil or chives (or a combination of all three) to sprinkle on top. Note
Day-before muffins
If you have overnight guests or friends coming for breakfast, prepare the recipe ahead for a breakfast of muffins fresh from the oven! The muffin batter is partially made the day before and refrigerated overnight, needing only a few more minutes of preparation before baking and serving. Note
Bacon, egg and endive salad with shallot mayonnaise
A rich and flavourful breakfast, lunch or dinner salad of bacon, egg and endive with shallot mayonnaise
Stir-fried pork and ginger cabbage
The incredible fragrance and flavour of fresh ginger permeates this lovely stir-fry of tender pork strips and cabbage.
Harissa lamb and vegetables
Marinate the lamb in a zip-top plastic bag to save washing up the bowl. Note
Spiced carrot soup with smoked almonds
Carrot soup is always a family favourite. We've modernised this this version and packed it with spices and served it with smoked almonds, coriander and sliced red onion.
Barbecued pork fried rice
This easy, fragrant dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The Chinese barbecued pork adds a distinctive colour and taste and can be found at Asian grocery stores.
Toast with avocado, tahini and sumac tomatoes
This healthy and delicious toast topping combination will leave you wanting savoury breakfasts every day. The combination of creamy smashed avocado, nutty tahini and roasted sumac tomatoes creates a beautiful meal.
Mushroom spread toasties
Try these delicious mushroom spread toasties at your next gathering. The intense flavour and creamy texture of the mushrooms contrasts beautifully with the perfectly crispy toast base.
Boozy white chocolate eggnog
These elegant desserts are perfect for the silly season.
Chicken tikka
Tikka paste is a mild paste which, in Indian cookery, is made to its maker’s choice of spices and oils and sometimes tomatoes or coconut cream, it is frequently coloured red. It is usually used for marinating or for basting the food as it cooks, rather than as an ingredient. It is most often used […]
Tomato and rocket bruschetta
Super-ripe tomatoes are the key to making the best bruschetta.
Apple and red capsicum chutney
This apple and red capsicum chutney takes a little while to make but it's easy as pie and mostly a hands-off operation. Enjoy with cold meats and cheese.
Curried vegetable and rice soup
Microwave Suitable Note
Apple and prune slice
A spiced apple and prune filling is sandwiched between buttery shortcrust pastry in this easy, delicious slice.
Endive, lychee and papaya salad with passionfruit dressing
A light and sweet salad of endive, lychee and papaya with passionfruit dressing; perfect for cutting through rich meat dishes.
Little fried cheese pastries
Little fried cheese pastries. Four different types of cheese and a sliver of salami. Yes, they taste as good as they sound. You're welcome.
Passionfruit sparkler
You could add white rum to this delicious passionfruit sparkler to make a refreshing party punch if you like.
Stuffed eggplants
These succulent, tasty and filling stuffed eggplant halves are a great way of using up leftover bolognese sauce.
Creamy vegetable and almond korma
This is a mild curry. For more heat, serve curry with some sliced fresh red chilli to sprinkle as desired. You can serve this curry with naan bread and plain yoghurt, if desired. Suitable to freeze at the end of step 1. Note
A blizzard of snowmen
6 serving plates, or a large serving tray Use a mixture of jam and cinnamon doughnuts, mini jam doughnuts and doughnut holes, if you like. Note
Praline rocky road ice-cream
Just a few extra ingredients and about half an hour in the kitchen and you can turn regular chocolate ice-cream into a delicious and very sophisticated dessert.
Turkish lamb fillo cigars
The perfect recipe to share Turkish lamb fillo cigars from Australian Women's Weekly.
Vine leaf-wrapped ocean trout with braised fennel
Fresh grapevine leaves can be found in most specialist greengrocers. Alternatively, you can purchase pre-packed leaves in brine from Middle-Eastern food stores; rinse and dry well before using. Note
Kofta with fresh green onion couscous
These spiced lamb skewers are fantastic served with a cooling cucumber and yoghurt sauce.
Zucchini and corn pasta
A quick and easy zucchini and corn pasta from Australian Women's Weekly.
