Muffins are suitable to freeze, stored in an airtight container, for up to 3 months. Note

This pie is suitable to freeze. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating. You can replace the carrots, celery, mushrooms and peas with a 400g packet of fresh diced vegetable soup mixture – this is found in the vegetable or refrigerated sections of most larger supermarkets, as well as many greengrocers. Note

We like to use an underproof rum, but, if you like, use the stronger overproof variety. Note

Zucchini and beef sfougato, a Greek-style omelette, from Australian Women's Weekly.

Butter cream frosting Beat butter in small bowl with electric mixer until light and fluffy; beat in sifted icing sugar and milk, in two batches. Divide mixture among four small bowls. Add chopped chocolate to one and sifted cocoa to another. Using colouring, tint one pink and leave one plain. Note

Chocolate and caramel are a match made in afternoon treat heaven.

For a sweet and satisfying treat, try a slice of this moist cherry and orange loaf, delicious served with a dollop of yoghurt or cream.

Split cake horizontally a third of the way from the top. Scoop deep holes out of cake using small spoon or melon baller. Pour white chocolate custard immediately into holes of cake. Note

Pudding can be prepared several hours ahead. Stand, covered, in the refrigerator. Bake as required. Note

Let your imagination run wild and create your own sweet menagerie with these clever little animal cupcakes by the Australian Women's Weekly. Be prepared for squeals of delight!

Cannelloni is a delicious stuffed Italian pasta, which we've filled with a flavoursome ricotta, spinach and herb mix in this recipe. Serve the pasta topped with a fragrant tomato sauce and oozy melted cheese.

Pullaparts are best eaten on the day of baking. Note

We used plain oval biscuits, spread with royal icing. Prepare decorations before spreading with icing, as the icing begins to set as soon as it is spread onto the biscuits. These biscuits are best eaten on the day they are iced. Note

Fragrant and filling Thai-style green chicken curry pies make a great alternative to your usual meat pie. Accompany with plenty of green vegetables for a complete meal.

This decadent cake is packed full of the goodness of cherries, raisins and sultanas, then coated in a rich, dark chocolate frosting to create this divine dessert that's worthy of any celebration.

We used Grand Marnier in this recipe but you could use any citrus-flavoured liqueur you like. Serve warm with lashings of cream, custard or hard sauce.

Best served in small squares, these dark chocolate, fig and muscat brownies are rich, fruity and spiked with heady muscat.

This marshmallow-textured pavlova is cooked directly on the platter it's served on, which eliminates the risk of breaking the fragile meringue when transferring it. Simply make sure the platter is plain, sturdy and ovenproof.

The apples can be cooked ahead of time and left in the pan, covered, in the fridge. The tarte tatin can be finished and transported in the pan if you’re picnicking – simply reheat on the barbecue or fire before turning out and serving warm.

This dish is both a fabulous way to use up last night’s vegetables and an excellent meat-free meal, frittata always goes down a treat.

Delight both the kids and adults with this decadent dessert. The hot fudge sauce is so easy, delicious and versatile you'll never be tempted to buy the supermarket version again.

This fruity, crunchy-topped dessert is one of the easiest you'll ever make.

You can also use desiree or pontiac potatoes for this recipe. Note

Gingerbread cases can be made 3 days ahead; store in an airtight container. Assemble tarts on the day of serving. Top with caramel shards just before serving, as they will slowly melt, especially in humid weather. Note

If liked, sprinkle the top of the damper with some extra grated cheese before baking. Replace chives with a combination of other herbs like parsley and thyme, or use some Aussie flavourings such as lemon myrtle and dried bush tomato. Note

You need 24 bamboo skewers, soak them in cold water for at least an hour prior to use to prevent them from splintering and scorching. Note

This recipe is gluten-free, wheat-free, yeast-free and dairy-free. Use a hot dry knife to cut the cake. storage Note

With a cloud-like, marshmallowy centre, this pavlova is the stuff dreams are made of. Serve with lashings of whipped cream, and fresh berries.

Ground almonds replace the flour in this recipe, making it rich and luscious. As a bonus it is an ideal dessert for dinner guests who have a gluten intolerence.

We used blue-eye fillets but use any firm white fish fillets you like. Note

Crostini in Italian means "little toasts". The thin slices of bread are drizzled or sprayed with olive oil, toasted and served warm.

Chicken quesadillas (from queso, the Spanish word for cheese) with a spicy jalapeño tomato salsa.

A delicious veal parmesan dish popularised in New York by Italian immigrants.

Espagnole sauce is one of Auguste Escoffier's five mother sauces that are the basis of sauce-making in classic French cooking.

Served with pistachio yoghurt, this Moroccan-inspired lamb shoulder is melt-in-your-mouth delicious.

Pie is best left to cool completely before slicing. Note

A sweet and summery salad with witlof and nashi from Australian Women's Weekly.

This dense, moist almond carrot cake has a delicious lemon cream cheese frosting. If you prefer, you can use orange juice and zest in place of lemon in both the cake and frosting.

It's time to jazz up the classic fruit cake to be enjoyed at any time for any season or occasion.

An updated version of the Armenian nutmeg cake, this cake uses different spices and is more like a slice having a cake-like topping. Any nuts, such as almonds, pecans, walnuts or hazelnuts, can be substituted for the pistachios. Butter should be chopped while still refrigerator-cold. Using a medium- to large-sized food processor or large blender […]

Brioche makes the very best bread pudding, this fruit mince brioche pudding has a rich spiced custard topping that's spiked with a generous shot of brandy.

Creamy and delicious, baked rice pudding is a classic dessert. Bring a shot of new flavour to an old favourite with this poached quince and almond topping.

In Indian cooking terms, masala literally means ground or blended spices but, informally, has come to mean a “mix” or “mixture”; a masala can be whole or ground spices, a paste or powder, or a sauce-like curry incorporating solid elements. Banana chillies, also known as wax chillies or hungarian peppers, are almost as mild as […]

Add the peppermint essence to suit your taste. Start with what we have recommended and add more until you achieve a nice balance between the chocolate and the mint. Note

It might be a touch retro, but Beef Wellington is also a bona fide classic, the jewel in the crown of British cooking.

These divine fig galettes make a beautiful dessert with a mug of hot coffee. The combination of buttery pastry and juicy fruit is a match made in heaven.

Punch phora literally means 'five spices' and is a spice blend of cumin, brown mustard, fenugreek, nigella and fennel commonly used in Eastern India and Bangladesh.

Wonderfully moist from the sweet orange syrup, thos beautiful cake is lovely enjoyed warm or cool with a mug of your favourite cuppa.

Not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

The fruit needs to stand overnight before starting the recipe. You can swap the dark rum with brandy or sweet sherry, if you like. This cake is overflowing with cherries and currants rather than the typical variety of mixed fruit. Note

You can melt the chocolate in a microwave oven; cook on MEDIUM (55%) about 1 minute, stirring twice while cooking. Note

Give your regular chicken cacciatore some pizzaz by topping it with this delicious and piquant gremolata mix. Serve with crusty bread or mashed potato for a complete and hearty meal.

Spoil the kids with these amazing dessert pizzas topped with strawberries, banana and caramel sauce. Perfect for a sleepover party!

These tasty zucchini and corn frittatas are delicious enjoyed warm as a delicious savoury breakfast, or popped in the lunchbox as a healthy snack.

Serve with cranberry sauce and accompany with vegetables of your choice. Recipe is best prepared as required. Note

These cheesy corn and bacon muffins are delicious served both warm and cold. They make a great morning tea or after-school snack, and are perfect for packing in a lunch-box.

Enjoy this buttery classic in slice form.

This cake is a good one for budding pilots, flight attendants or for those who just want to travel the world.

For added pizzaz, you can layer the cashew cream in glasses and top with the fruit for a more formal dessert. Try roasting other stonefruit such as plums and apricots.

Twice-cooked asian pork belly with steamed ginger rice from Australian Women's Weekly.

Served warm with a slather of butter, this golden loaf is perfect for the cooler months of the year.

Salsa verde gives this dish a splash of colour and a delicious flavour. Teamed with crispy roasted potatoes, there should be no complaints at the dinner table.

A classic modern pie with beef and caramelised onion from Australian Women's Weekly.

This golden slice makes a delicious, homely dessert served with ice-cream.

This zingy lime and coconut slice is just what you need to awaken the tastebuds.

This recipe is suitable to make in a slow cooker and pressure cooker. Note

We used blue sugared almonds, available from confectionery and speciality nut shops, but you can use any colour you like. Note

Delight the family with these moreish beef pies with cheesy polenta and potato toppings.

Make this exciting and fun cake for your child's birthday party.