Everyone loves to impress friends and guests with new fancy recipes but often the traditional dishes are the true crowd-pleasers.
From a classic roast chicken, spaghetti bolognese and sausage rolls to much-loved sweet treats like chocolate brownies, scones, pancakes and vanilla slice, we’ve gathered all our favourite dishes that are worth mastering.
New York cheesecake
Our ultimate recipe, plus four flavour variations.
Chicken and leek pie
The search for a hearty dinner that the whole family loves is over!
Classic beef lasagne
This classic Italian pasta bake is the ultimate comfort food.
Tuna mornay
This family favourite is super easy to make and tastes great any night of the week!
Savoury mince
This savoury mince is so tasty and versatile.
Cottage pie
This comfort food classic is a favourite in the cooler months but pair it with a fresh salad and you can enjoy it all year round.
Vanilla slice
Dotted with tell-tale passionfruit seeds, this classic slice is a true Aussie icon.
Classic apple crumble
It’s a crowd-pleaser.
Lemon meringue pie
This sunshine-coloured pie is sure to brighten up your gloomiest days.
Sausage rolls
Because it’s a long way to the shop when you want a sausage roll.
Our best spaghetti bolognese
This dinner winner never fails to delight both young and old in the family.
Chocolate chip cookies
Grab yourself a glass of milk!
Beef rissoles and mash
This rissoles recipe is the perfect pick for a versatile dinner the kids are sure to love.
How to make the perfect roast lamb
It doesn’t need to be Sunday to cook a roast.
Roast beef with yorkshire puddings
A classic roast with all the trimmings.
Classic roast chicken with gravy
This classic roast chicken comes complete with moist and succulent meat and beautifully crispy, browned skin.
Super-simple chicken parmigiana
Classic pub grub in the comfort of your home.
Slow-cooked pickled pork
Perfectly delicious served hot or cold.
Classic trifle
It doesn’t need to be Christmas to enjoy this classic dessert.
Classic meatloaf
This family meal has been a classic dinnertime favourite for many years.
Classic beef stew with dumplings
This dish is comfort in a pot.
Classic lamingtons
It’s a bit of a process but so, so worth it!
Chocolate fudge brownies
This classic treat will never go out of style.
Classic recipe for chocolate mousse
Rich and delicious.
Perfect potato salad
Creamy, fresh and completely delicious.
Classic moussaka
Excellent comfort food.
Classic scones
The secret to perfect scones is cold ingredients. Chill your milk and butter before mixing them together for the best teatime nibbles.
Crunchy macaroni and cheese
The ultimate comfort food.
Classic roast chicken
This classic roast chicken recipe is the ideal hearty Sunday dinner.
Lamingtons
Recreate this classic Australian treat with a light and fluffy cake, chocolate and coconut flakes.
Quick grilled nachos
Whip up this Mexican favourite in no time at all. Your family and friends will love sharing this big tray of vegetarian nachos, enjoying the oozy melted cheese, spicy tomato salsa and creamy avocado atop crunchy corn chips.
Marshmallow pavlova
With a cloud-like, marshmallowy centre, this pavlova is the stuff dreams are made of. Serve with lashings of whipped cream, and fresh berries.
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