Dinner ideas

Tender lamb shanks with sun-dried tomato for special occasions.

If you have time, marinate the ribs, covered, for several hours or overnight in the refrigerator. Note

Fresh salmon is delightful and best served simply, such as in this lovely dish with steamed beans, peas and minted buttermilk dressing.

A hearty and delicious winter soup with oxtail and chickpeas from the Australian Women's Weekly.

Topped with melted bocconcini and crispy pancetta, these juicy burgers won't disappoint.

Honey and soy and a sprinkle of sesame seeds give these roasted vegetables a delicious flavour and texture.

Serve this classic family dish with steamed carrots and homemade gravy.

Raita is a fresh yogurt salad that goes extremely well with spicy Indian dishes.

Loaded with roasted kumara and pan-fried mushrooms, this healthy pilaf is great for a mid-week dinner and also makes for a tasty packed lunch.

Show your patriotism this Australia day (or, any other day) with these delicious marinated lamb cutlets. Serve them with either vegetables or a salad and enjoy.

If you have an electric pressure cooker you won’t need to reduce the heat to stabilise pressure, your cooker will automatically stabilise itself. Always check the manufacturer’s instructions before using. This is a large serving of meat. Cooking time is for medium to well-done beef. Cook more or less depending on how you like your […]

If you’re taking this salad to work, hold the lemon juice until you’re ready to eat. Otherwise, eat the salad while the beef is still warm. Note

These tasty chicken pockets are filled with melting cheese, chopped sage and pancetta.

Three-cabbage coleslaw with shredded chicken from Australian Women's Weekly.

A simple, savoury classic with pots of flavour, pasta al quattro formaggio can be made using penne, or other short cut pasta, in place of the gnocchi.

Deliciously bright and colourful lentil, gorgonzola and witlof salad.

Deliciously pungent and flavour-packed ginger-shallot chicken dish.

Healthy turkey and sweet cranberry wrap from Australian Women's Weekly.

A rich and delicious veal campagnola, topped with melted cheese and served on a tomato base, the perfect dish to bring the taste of Italy to your table.

Tortiglioni, a straight tubular pasta with grooves on the exterior, works well when baked with a chunky sauce, such as this one. You can substitute it with rigatoni or ziti, if you like, but anything less substantial will get lost amid the hearty sausage and vegetables.

This stunning salmon dish is perfect for a special occasion such as Christmas.

These smoky beef and baked bean pies are fantastic served with mashed peas.

A healthy and organic beef lasagne using gluten-free, soy-free and egg-free ingredients.

Incredibly fresh, light and full of flavour, this salad makes for a very special weekend lunch dish.

Aloo means potato and gobi, cauliflower, to an Indian cook, but this easy-to-make dry curry means delicious in anyone's vocabulary.

Broad beans and mint are a match made in culinary heaven. With the addition of prosciutto and a red wine vinegar dressing, this is the ideal spring side.

Shake things up with this upside-down beef dish from Australian Women's Weekly.

A little bit sticky and a little bit spicy, these pork chops won't disappoint, especially not with side of crunchy coleslaw. If you prefer, you could substitute the blue cheese for feta.

Fragrant and sticky Thai-style pork on broccolini from Australian Women's Weekly.

Trout is such a delicious fish that the secret is to do not much more than cook it well. Here, we've complimented it with a simple lemon and thyme butter and served it with some baby leeks. A perfect dinner for two.

These pies taste wonderful with a fresh rocket salad dressed with 2 tablespoons lime juice, a tablespoon of olive oil and a clove of garlic. Combine this with 100g baby rocket leaves, ¼ cup coarsely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley and ¼ cup fresh mint leaves. Sprinkle with 2 chopped green onions. Note

Not suitable to microwave. Not suitable to freeze. Note

Combine remaining ingredients in small bowl, pour over slaw mixture; toss gently, season to taste. Note

Wow your guests with this BBQ perfect balsamic butterfly lamb. Don't forget to rest your lamb. Resting time allows the meat juices to redistribute and meat fibres to relax ensuring tender, moist and flavoursome meat.

Fragrant, healthy and fun Thai salad cups for dinner, lunch or as side dish.

The astringent perfume of quince is the perfect counterbalance to the sweet honey in this fragrant lamb and couscous dish.

For a really rich flavour, marinate the lamb shanks overnight. Serve shanks with flour tortillas, a green salad and lime wedges.

Most cooks put roasted duck into the “leave it to the chefs” basket, but it’s really not that different from roasting a chicken. Once you give it a go, crispy, tender roast duck will become a new favourite.

A fresh herb crust for lamb takes an already-succulent meat to the next level. This coating leaves out the breadcrumbs, so when you tuck in, the coating won’t crumble off, and you can savour every mouthful. All it needs is a simple side of smashed potatoes.

Delicious and tender beef kebabs threaded with red onion and lathered in teriyaki sauce.

The rich juices of the crusty meat and cheesy potatoes are all the sauce that the asparagus needs. You might like to put a fresh green salad on the table too, to eat with the last of those glorious juices. Note

This delicate pasta dish combines the loveliest of summer flavours.

Delicate flaked almonds and piquant anchovies add great flavour to these juicy trout fillets.

Autumn figs and blue cheese combine beautifully with hot steak, asparagus and brandy gravy.

These delicious tarts have a buttery crust and make a fantastic light lunch served with salad.

Tamarind concentrate is available from Asian and Indian grocery stores or in the Asian section of some supermarkets. Adjust the amount of chilli in the tamarind and chilli marinade to suit your taste as it’s very hot. Note

Dukkah-crusted lamb with smoked eggplant dip from Australian Women's Weekly.

If fresh coconut is unavailable, use 1 cup finely shredded dried coconut. The chutney is best if made with a firm (just underripe) honeydew melon. To open a fresh coconut, pierce one of the eyes then roast coconut briefly in a very hot oven only until cracks appear in the shell. Cool, then break the […]

Fresh and crunchy Vietnamese marinated beef salad from Australian Women's Weekly.

Light and healthy wasabi, soy and sesame noodles from Australian Women's Weekly.

French-trimmed lamb shanks are redolent with the spices of the Middle East in this Moroccan inspired dish.

Fragrant Thai salad with barbecued beef, served with wedges of lime.

A balsamic vegetable stew, originating in France, that is simple and delicious.

Super speedy and full of strong, clean flavours, this delicious pasta is a great starter or main, for entertaining or a family dinner.

Thick-cut T-bone tagliata, Italian sliced steak, served with zesty rocket and parmesan salad.

The trick to stir-frying is having all the ingredients chopped, weighed and measured before you start cooking. This is known as mise en place', and translates to everything in its place and ready to go. Trim the snow peas, peeling the stem and string away from the peas, then cut snow peas in half. To […]

A sweet and nutty beef stir-fry with broccolini from Australian Women's Weekly.

Delicious little tomato, feta and pancetta frittata from Australian Women's Weekly.

A super fast and easy stir fry of egg noodles with chicken in tamari, mirin, ginger and garlic marinade.

Try this gourmet yet simple Mediterranean style pizza to add a little excitement to the dinner table.

Semi-dried tomatoes are packed with that delicious, punchy flavour. Some greens, pasta and a drizzle of oil is all you need to make them sing. Use frozen peas, if fresh ones aren't available.

Topped with golden, flaky pastry these individual chicken, leek and mushroom pies are great for either lunch or dinner.

A roast joint should be rested before serving to allow the meat to relax. The heat of the oven causes the meat fibres to tighten, so as meat rests the fibres will relax, allowing the meat juices to redistribute themselves throughout the joint. Try to carve the joint across the grain so that each slice has short fibres which feel tender to eat.

A quick and easy dish that is full of big flavours.

Healthy, fragrant and authentic Japanese teriyaki chicken rice salad.

Turkish grilled chicken club sandwich served with refreshing coriander aioli.

Kingfish fillets work well with this dish as it has a robust flavour that stands up well to the pesto. Served here with spinach, you have a healthy, low carb evening meal.

These barbecued prawns with a spicy, Indian-style marinade make a fabulous starter, or a platter of finger food for passing round at a party.

You'll win lots of friends with this luscious layered nachos recipe topped with fresh guacamole and sour cream.

For a non-vegetarian option, substitute tofu with lean chicken mince. You could use butter lettuce leaves, if you prefer. For extra heat, add an extra fresh long red chilli. Note

The availability of frozen blueberries and tinned passionfruit pulp means you can make this gorgeous jam any time of the year.

Tender meat and tasty vegetables make this hearty rabbit stew a winter evening winner.

With spicy roast potatoes and a zingy tomato and capsicum salsa, this light fish dish makes a delicious, healthy dinner.

Beef ribs with a subtle and sweet maple and sherry glaze from Australian Women's Weekly.

The sweet citrus flavours of the mandarin are a wonderful contract to the richness of the pork in this fresh, crisp salad.

Tender and delicious veal that is slow-cooked in Asian aromatic spices and wine.

Exquisite Japanese teriyaki pork with wasabi dressing served with a colourful salad.

Moroccan spice mix and preserved lemon have the ability to transform the humble chicken thigh from a tasty cut of meat, to a sensation dish. Don't be tempted to substitute chicken breast, the thigh is much more tender, succulent and flavourful.

Grilled lamb cutlets with a bright and colourful pea mash.

A north African stew of white bean and lentil tagine from Australian Women's Weekly.

Making your own pizza bases is not difficult and it’s rewarding, but, if time is short, buy the bases and use the topping ingredients we’ve suggested. Note

Cheesy caraway toasts make a piquant side for this healthy, nourishing carrot and lentil soup.