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Spice up the party - chilli con Queso

Chilli con queso

Bring the flavour of Mexico to your next drinks party with this authentic spicy dip. Jalapenos, a member of the capsicum family, have quite a kick so you may want to keep this one out of reach of the kids!
Sardine fritters

Sardine fritters

If you're looking to try something a little different, then give these fritters a go. They're made with good old-fashioned cans of sardines in oil and will on the table in 10 minutes flat! Also great as finger food at a party.
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Microwave Christmas pudding

Microwave Christmas pudding

If you think you've left it too late to make your own Christmas pudding, you're wrong! This microwave recipe takes less than an hour and the results are spectacular.
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Chicken drumettes

Chicken drumettes

Tender, marinated, sticky barbecue chicken drumettes are the perfect finger food with which to entertain guests. Kids love them too!
Lamington sponge cake

Lamington sponge cake

We've added a delightful twist to the much loved Australian dessert, sandwiching light and fluffy lamingtons around a layer of fresh whipped cream.
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Chilli chicken pizza with pesto

Chilli chicken pizza with pesto

This end-of-the-week favourite gets a contemporary makeover here by adding chilli and pesto ... and for the kids, you can simply leave out the chilli.
Duck and mango salad

Duck and mango salad

The spices of chilli, ginger and cumin contrast against sweet mango in this fresh duck salad, perfect for lunch or a starter at a dinner party.
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WILD RICE AND SPINACH SALAD

Wild rice and spinach salad

This blend of basmati rice, nuts, raisins and spinach is drizzled with a sweet orange balsamic dressing. It's the perfect way to power up your next lunch or meal side dish.
Chocolate dip shortbread

Chocolate dip shortbread

Dip chocolate into homemade shortbread and you have a yummy treat for morning or afternoon tea, a picnic dessert or a welcome addition to a school or work lunchbox.
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Chilli and Honey Barbecued Steak with Coleslaw

Chilli and honey barbecued steak with coleslaw

Marinate your steak in this beautiful sweet and spicy honey and chilli glaze and grill to perfection. Serve with a creamy homemade coleslaw to create a brilliant restaurant-worthy dish for your family and friends.
Spicy apple tea cake

Spicy apple tea cake

This old-fashioned treat is easy to make - and quite healthy for a cake! So get baking, then put your feet up with a cuppa.
Garlic cheese pizza

Garlic cheese pizza

This simple vegetarian pizza uses a homemade pizza base. If you haven't done it before, making your own dough can be very satisfying. Experiment with your favourite toppings.
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Garlic prawn pots

Garlic prawn pots

With a delicious herb butter sauce, zesty lemon tang and a spicy chilli kick, these prawn pots served with a crusty baguette are sure to impress your guests.
Italian Fish and Fennel Soup

Italian fish and fennel soup

Hot, fragrant and wonderfully warming, this Italian fennel spiced soup is full of tender, flaky fish pieces to create a hearty Winter dish.
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Turkey Quesadillas

Turkey quesadillas

Enjoy the best of Mexican cuisine with these delicious quesadillas. Just pop these turkey-filled tortillas in the sandwich presser for a tasty meal that's never been simpler.
avocado and crab rice-paper rolls

Avocado and crab rice-paper rolls

Fresh, light and packed full of goodness, these Vietnamese rice paper rolls are beautiful filled with tender crab meat and creamy avocado. Serve with a fragrant Asian soy-lime dipping sauce for a perfect Summer lunch.
Almond nougat

Almond nougat

The classic sweet treat that pleases adults and children alike - deliciously chewy almond nougat.
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Hotcakes with Caramelised Apples

Hotcakes with caramelised apples

Whether you have them for breakfast or dessert, these hotcakes will satiate your appetite with an indulgent topping of caramelised apples and thick, whipped cream.
cheesy spinach cakes

Cheesy spinach muffins

No one will be able to stop munching on these delicious savoury muffins, filled with feta, cottage cheese and spinach
Strawberry almond fingers

Strawberry almond fingers

Sweet creamy strawberry ice-cream is beautiful served sandwiched between thin and crispy golden almond bread as a quick and decadent dessert.
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Classic biscotten torte

Classic biscotten torte

A luscious finale to a dinner party, this biscotten torte (biscuit cake) requires no cooking and can be made up to 24 hours ahead and refrigerated ready to impress your guests.
Rice Paper Omelet Rolls

Rice paper omelette rolls

This rice paper roll dish can be served on its own, or with your favourite dipping sauce. Great for lunch boxes, drinks parties and a healthy mid-meal snack.
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Ocean Trout and Avocado Tartare

Ocean trout and avocado tartare

There's no need to slave over a hot stove with this delectable starter. Smoked ocean trout melts in your mouth with zesty avocado, a treat no one will believe was so easy to make.
Basic scones

Basic scones

Classic scones are easy to make and a delicious addition to any afternoon tea.
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Almond jelly with lychees

Almond jelly with lychees

This is a jelly that adults will get on board with - beautifully flavoured with fresh lychees and almond essence.
Chicken and mango rice paper rolls

Chicken and mango rice paper rolls

Enjoy these light, refreshing chicken and mango rice paper rolls on a warm summer's afternoon. A Vietnamese classic, the rolls are wonderful served as finger food with a zesty chilli lime dipping sauce.
Chocolate tart

Chocolate tart

Creamy and decadent, this rich chocolate tart is packed full of wonderful flavour and a crumbly, biscuit crust. It is absolutely perfect for a birthday or Easter celebrations.
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mixed berry brioche

Mixed berry brioche

This rich and sweet berry brioche takes just ten minutes to create, making this the perfect fruity, creamy snack.
Liquorice allsorts slice

Liquorice allsorts slice

A colourful and creative slice that can be made in less than 15 minutes. A perfect sweet treat for kids and adults alike.
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Asian marinara mix with coconut rice

Asian marinara mix with coconut rice

Fresh seafood is marinated with Asian flavours and served on a bed of creamy tumeric coconut rice - whip up this delicious and filling dinner for your family in no time at all.
Chocolate melting moments with coffee cream

Chocolate melting moments with coffee cream

Rich, crumbly, chocolatey biscuits are sandwiched with a rich coffee cream filling to create these divine bite sized treats. Enjoy with a mug of coffee or tea for a lovely sweet treat.
Apricot and Walnut Biscuits

Apricot and walnut biscuits

These golden biscuits are delicious and great to make with the kids. Full of crunchy walnuts and chewy apricot pieces, they'll be a sure-fire hit!
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LUNCHBOX PASTA SALAD

Lunch box pasta salad

This great pasta salad is brilliant as a lunch for work or school, but you can also serve it as a side dish to grilled or barbecued meats.
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Sweet chilli calamari stir-fry

Sweet chilli calamari stir-fry

Tender fresh calamari is tossed with sweet chilli sauce, hokkien noodles and fresh vegetables to create this delicious Asian stir-fry in no time at all.
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Pesto skirt steak

Pesto skirt steak

Skirt steak is renowned for its juicy, bursting flavour and combined pesto it's one beef recipe you're sure to use again.
Mushroom and Spinach Quiche

Mushroom and spinach quiche

This delicious quiche uses frozen puff pastry, making it an easy budget weeknight dinner. And any leftovers can be eaten cold for lunch the next day.
CAULDRONETTES

Cauldronettes

These buttery pastry cases, filled with cheese and savoury ingredients, are perfect to pass around at kids parties - as well as hide vegetables.
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rum and raisin fudge

Rum and raisin fudge

The timeless combination of rich rum and sweet, juicy raisins is brought to life with decadent caramel notes in this beautiful fudge. Serve sliced straight from the fridge for a beautiful afternoon treat.
Poached Summer Fruit

Poached summer fruit

Create the base of your next standout summer dessert or pie filling, with this classic combination of nectarines, peaches or apricots poached in sweet syrup.
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Peas and Beans with Hazelnuts

Peas and beans with hazelnuts

You won't have to force yourself to eat these greens! Taking less than thirty minutes to cook these beans and peas are enhanced with garlic and butter and topped off with crunchy hazelnuts.
Coconut ice

Coconut ice

Sensational as a dessert accompaniment or to enjoy on it's own, this simple, no-cook creation produces plenty of creamy, sweet blocks of coconut and dried cranberries to share.
Mexican beef pie

Mexican beef pie

The Aussie meat pie gets a Mexican makeover with tortillas, spices, salsa and sour cream.
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Seared salmon with lemon creme fraiche

Seared salmon with lemon creme fraiche

An impressive dinner has never been easier to make with this 20 minute treat. Combine the sweet, supple tastes and textures of salmon fillet with a zesty yet creamy lemon creme fraiche. Adorn with salmon caviar for an extra burst of flavour.
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oysters with lime dressing

Oysters with lime dressing

Dress up these fresh oysters with a citrus zing and, for a real Thai flavour, an added chilli burst sure to have guests reaching for more.
Apple fool

Apple fool

Served in a cocktail glass, delicious layers of stewed apples, custard and sweet roasted almonds will delight your tastebuds with every scoop.
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Spring quiche

Spring quiche

This recipe is made with frozen shortcrust pastry, making it an easy, family-friendly budget meal.
Creamy garlic prawns and scallops

Creamy garlic prawns and scallops

These creamy garlic prawns and scallops are wonderfully fragrant and saucy, perfect served as an appetiser or main. Serve this delicious seafood dish with crusty bread and lemon wedges for a complete meal.
Jam and Cream filled Lamingtons

Jam and cream filled lamingtons

This recipe puts a decadent swing on the humble Aussie lamington. Smooth, whipped cream and sweet raspberry jam work perfectly sandwiched between two fluffy sponge pieces, all dipped in chocolate and dusted with coconut.
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HONEY AND YOGURT MOUSSE

Honey and yoghurt mousse

This refreshing dessert blends honey, Greek yoghurt and vanilla beans to create a treat that only takes 15 minutes to make.
white summer sangria

White summer sangria

Start your summer party the right (and easy) way with this crowd-pleasing cocktail. Our recipe for white wine sangria is so delicious and takes just five minutes.
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Summer Mixed Berry Trifle

Summer mixed berry trifle

Whether is for Christmas dessert or another special summer party, this show-stopping sweet will have everyone asking for more.
PROSCIUTTO AND PEA PASTA

Prosciutto and pea pasta

No need to spend hours to satisfy the family for dinner, this cheesy pasta delights with pieces of prosciutto and takes less than 30 minutes to make.
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Steamed snake beans and Hoi Sin chicken

Hoisin chicken

This enjoyable meal takes just twenty minutes to create and with ginger, garlic and hoi sin sauce seaping into the tender chicken fillet you'll be sure to make it again.
Warm green salad with soft eggs and hazelnut dressing

Warm green salad with soft eggs and hazelnut dressing

Light, fresh and tasty, this warm green salad is beautiful topped with runny soft-boiled eggs, creamy cheese and a gorgeous hazelnut dressing. Enjoy it on it's own, or serve as a gourmet share platter for your next dinner party.
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Caper and Dill Butter

Caper and dill butter

Go a little gourmet with this unbelievably simple butter recipe. Just add lemon rind, capers and dill to softened butter for a more seasoned flavour.
Bircher Muesli

Bircher muesli

Smooth, creamy and fruity, there are few breakfasts more enjoyable than the humble bircher muesli. Full of wholegrain godness and topped with blueberries and yoghurt, this healthy breakfast is utterly delicious and will keep you fueled for the day.
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Quick Grilled Nachos

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.
Pasta bianco

Pasta bianco

Pasta bianco literally means white pasta, as it is cooked without tomatoes. lt's a really cheap and simple dish but has a beautiful silky texture and is full of flavour.
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Cauliflower couscous

Cauliflower ‘couscous’

Infusing quinoa with nuts, feta, currents, herbs and a lemon twinge, this cauliflower couscous has superfood nutrition. Hearty enough to enjoy as a main or serve alongside your favourite meat.
Antipasto plate

Antipasto plate

Delight your guests with an irresistible assortment of antipasto goodies waiting to be gobbled up over a glass of wine.
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Mini vegemite and cheese scrolls

Mini vegemite and cheese scrolls

Perfect for an after school snack or a tasty lunchbox treat - these cheese and vegemite embrace classic Aussie flavours in a delicious baked bread.
Crunchy Chicken Salad

Crunchy Asian chicken salad

Tender pieces of chicken contrast with crunchy cashews, sprouts and toasted pepitas to create this healthy and delicious meal.
Puttanesca

Puttanesca sauce

You won't even need to spend 20 minutes on this rich, filling pasta dish, filled with deliciously salty anchovies and olives.
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Chocolate and zucchini cake

Chocolate and zucchini cake

Chocolate and zucchini are an unlikely team, but this combination really does work a treat. A clever way to get the kids to eat vegetables without them knowing they're eating vegetables!
Salmon pinwheels

Salmon pinwheels

There is no better match than cream cheese and soft smoked salmon. With dill, mint, capers and lemon juice you'll find you just can't stop eating these refreshing pinwheels.
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MELT-IN-MOUTH VANILLA BISCUITS

Melt-in-mouth vanilla biscuits

Indulge in a fresh pot of tea or coffee with this irresistible vanilla biscuits. They take just 30 minutes to make and are so soft, sweet and buttery they will simply melt in your mouth.