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Transport yourself to a cosy Greek taverna with these lamb and pork meatballs paired with a salty tomato and green olive salsa.

If you enjoy a risotto but don't have time for the continuous stirring this creamy dish usually requires, then this microwave recipe is for you.

Enjoy eating your greens with a dollop of sour cream. This smooth soup is enriched with potatoes, peas, garlic and mint and is best served with a crusty piece of bread.

Prepare this warming dinner for your family in no time at all. Perfect for weeknights, it's packed full of flavour to keep the whole table satisfied!

Laced with goodness, there's always reason to whip up this effortless and tasty accompaniment for any meal or occasion.

These vegetable pancakes are topped with smoked salmon and covered in a minty, herb yoghurt - perfect for a wholesomely light lunch, brunch or snack.

Irresistible creamy coffee dessert with crostoli to dip into. A great finish to any meal.

Boasting wine, fruit and spice, this refreshing chilled beverage is brimming with festive season cheer. It also pours well as a summer party pleaser.

These tantalising pastries are encased with greek fetta and herbs to give a mediterranean flavour hit. Prepare in advance for easy to cook cocktail food or starters on any special occasion.

Cook up this marriage made in heaven, with firm, fleshy snapper served on spinach and drizzled with a zesty lemon, raisin and nut dressing.

Blended with vanilla bean, this creamy Italian specialty is best made ahead of time. Then served alongside beautifully roasted nectarines drizzled with wine for a truly satisfying dessert.

Enjoy a hearty pasta for dinner complete with salty olices, eggplant and tender lamb.

This sweet sensation can be churned up in minutes as an ideal finish to a summer dinner party.

Combine your tender pink lame with a zesty salad, filled with olives, capsicum and sprinkled with black pepper.

Create a decadent dessert with less than ten ingredients that will impress everyone with its vibrant colour and juicy sweet flavour.

Fresh, juicy prawns are tossed with creamy avocado, rocket and shell pasta to create this beautiful fresh Summer salad in no time at all.

This salad mixes the salty and zesty flavours of proscuitto and lemon juice with creamy feta, fresh greens and crunchy croutes.

Drink while you cook with this seafood risotto which makes use of some of your favourite ingredients: tender scallops and dry white wine.

Give your day a power boost with the natural goodness of this rocket and avocado salad, drizzled with a creamy mayonnaise, lemon and anchovy dressing.

Tossed with black beans and hot and fragrant spices, these fresh clams really shine as a meal starter or side with asian-inspired honey, soy and oyster sauce.

These berrylicious fluffy shortcakes present like scones with cream in a glass. Whip them up for a crowd-pleasing dessert.

Give your usual sweet salmon a surprising twist with creamy and zesty hollandaise, crunchy potato chunks and a tasty stuffing of almonds, breadcrumbs and garlic.

This vegetarian Middle Eastern dish takes just 10 minutes to create but is packed full of flavour.

This aromatic and easy to prepare classic thai stir-fry is able to tingle the senses at any lunch or dinner time.

Salad can't get any simpler than this. All the fresh, crunchy benefits of onion, cucumber and tomato with the spice of cumin, chilli powder and lemon juice.

Mix up your favourite fruit salad with a zesty lime syrup. Serve with ice cream to turn this healthy snack into a fruity treat.

Sharpen the mind over lunch by enjoying this quick combination of spinach, avocado, tuna and corn wrapped in wholemeal lavash.

This fruity sundae takes just ten minutes to make and even less time to eat. Filled with chocolate Turkish delights, pistachios, vanilla ice cream and raspberries this is one dessert you'll definitely make again.

This colourful, contemporary salad is a meal in itself or a crunchy side.

Whisk up this version of an Italian custard specialty, using strawberries and sweet dessert wine.

Launch into a special occasion with this exquisite caramel and liqueur sauce. Give it away or indulge yourself and loved ones with a fabulous dessert accessory.

With its lemony flavours, this couscous salad recipe works well with barbecued lamb or chicken. You can also add shelled prawns for a more indulgent salad in summer.

Quick and easy, these pizzas are just the ticket for a lazy lunch or laidback dinner - just throw in a salad! A great way to use up leftover Christmas ham.

A healthy meal has never been easier than with this effortless soup. Bacon adds a crisp, salty flavour while carrots, celery and lentils pack this meal with nutrition.

Lime, coriander and lemongrass will send you on a Thai adventure with every tantalising bite. These seafood skewers are perfect for entertaining unless you want to save them all for yourself.

Combine zesty lime with rum and the distinct aroma of mint to create this knockout, refreshing punch.

Serve your guests this delicious canape that takes just 15 minutes to make. Just drizzle cranberry sauce over juicy chicken strips and serve on a crisp lettuce leaf.

Fresh, healthy and flavoursome, this Asian inspired steamed fish recipe, served with bok choy, mushrooms and chilli, is a wonderful weeknight dinner for any day of the week.

The perfect accompaniment to any main meal.

Packed full of flavour, this tasty prawn pasta dish, tossed in a fragrant white wine sauce, is quick to make and is perfect for a romantic night-in.

Give the humble pork chop a Chinese-style twist and it can still go from the stove to the table in less than 30 minutes.

This is so pretty with its red juicy fruits and is great for using up any orphan fruits in the bowl.

Kids love this cheesy sausage bake which is quick and easy to prepare.

A kick of ginger adds a spicy note to a favourite lemon and meringue combination.

You can freeze a pudding and some custard together in single-serve containers. They reheat well from frozen, although the custard will need a stir to make it smooth again.

To reheat, thaw, then cover with foil and bake for 30-40 minutes (or 20-30 minutes for smaller dishes).

This recipe for sweet and sour meatballs in a fragrant and tangy plum sauce makes 4 serves. Why not take some to work and be the envy of your colleagues?

Delicious and hearty, these dishes freeze like a dream too – perfect for a cook’s night off.

Experiment with different ingredients to keep life, and food, interesting!

A rich and thick tomato sauce covers these fluffy Italian dumplings, topped off with basil and lights flakes of parmesan.

These delicate fruity cakes combine the citrus of orange rind with the sweetness of raspberries.

Instead of berries, you could use jarred morello cherries for a “black forest” surprise.

If fresh passionfruit aren’t in season, you can use passionfruit sauce or pulp from the supermarket.

Impress your guests with a delectable winter feast.

Fresh fruit and a drizzle of honey are a sweet addition.

Recipe from The Australian Women's Weekly Comfort Food cookbook

This traditional Italian pasta dish is the ultimate comfort food, packed full of flavour to nourish the body and soul. Crispy bacon, button mushrooms and chives are tossed in a creamy sauce with perfectly cooked fettuccine.

Tender, flaky grilled fish is coated in a zesty lemon and parsley gremolata and served atop this fresh, tasty Greek salad to create this quick and healthy dinner dish.

A quick and easy family meal for a "meatless Monday", utilising pantry and freezer vegies and sauces.

This Marshmallow Slice takes almost no cooking and minimal preparation. Serve for morning or afternoon tea, take to work to share with your friends, or put a batch together for a children's party.

Lamb, zucchini and olives bring the flavours of the Mediterrean to your table. This slow-cook meal will delight the family and dinner guests alike.

This gorgeous dessert is a flavour and texture sensation that will delight your friends and family. A sweet, gooey raspberry topping sits beautifully atop a fluffy, vanilla slice. Add a crumbly, almond topping for extra crunch.

These tasty Thai spiced meatballs are infused with a fragrant coriander and rolled in crunchy coconut for an authentic flavour kick. Serve up with steamed Asian greens and a sweet chilli dipping sauce for a tasty and nutritious dinner.

These quick chicken skewers will have everyone coming back for more with a smooth satay sauce. Serve with a fresh salad and you have a healthy meal even the kids can't resist.

A delightful buttery slice filled with fruit, nuts and topped with an irresistible lemon icing.

This delicious vegetable and bean curry can be served as a side dish or as a main dish in its own right.

Coffee lovers will enjoy making these creamy no-cook cheesecakes. They take no time at all and can be made ahead and stored in the fridge until needed.

Chopped dates and walnuts give this traditional English teatime treat a contemporary makeover.

Perfect for a warm Summer evening, these delicious fresh prawn and mango cocktails are wonderful drizzled with a zesty homemade dressing and a cold glass of white wine.

Sweet, sugary and fruity, these golden fluffy muffins have a divine baked custard top and tender rhubarb pieces swirled throughout.

Baby potatoes are perfect for skewering as they stay firm after cooking due to their low starch content.

Sprinkle over the bhuja mix just before serving, to preserve the crunch!

Leave a few green vegetables to pop in at the end so the meal doesn't only taste delicious but looks great too.

Try these unique meals inspired by curry and spices to pep up your mid-week menu or introduce your family to a few different flavours.

Pizza with a twist! Pile your base high with veges that are packed with nutrients.

Serve with rice and green beans to even out the cream content.

The bird is the word! Cheep and cheerful, nothing will go to waste with chicken.

Perk yourself up tonight with these quick and tasty crispy chicken tacos. The whole family will love them!

Homemade satay is simply the best with its crunchy peanuts and tangy flavour. You can use nibbles, drumsticks or thighs for this recipe. The noodle salad makes it a complete meal – and in just 40 minutes.

From carrot and beetroot to cheese and bacon, fill the rolls with whatever ingredients you like!

This hearty, flavoursome mix works just as well served with creamy mashed potato or rice. Like a cross between beef bourguignon and stroganoff, this combo is sure to please – so let the slow cooker do the work.

A roasted root vegetable salad will still taste great as leftovers the next day.

Virgin Mary is a fun beverage to brighten up your day at work. Keep some Tabasco sauce in one of your desk drawers and add a few drops right before you drink it.

The salty feta balances out the sweetness of the dates, basil and cherry tomatoes.

These almond power bars make a terrific schoolbox snack for the kids!

Who can resist the sweet delights of a hundreds and thousands biscuit? Recreate everyone's favourite with this classic recipe.

Switch up this classic with nutty wholemeal flour for a hearty afternoon tea.

We can't get enough of these classic savoury nibbles! You might be safer making a double batch; these ones disappear quickly!

There's a reason the classics never go out of style, and we still love these retro favourites. Serve with a hot cup of tea.

Too cute! Get the kids involved with these simple biscuits and let them decorate away to their hearts content. Definitely a wet weather winner!

To make lunchtime morsels, add a few rocket leaves to the mix with the salmon, then bake in regular-sized muffin tins.

Toppings could include pickled peppers, gherkins, Swiss cheese or herby butter.

You can also add fresh blueberries or diced apple to this recipe.

Muffins can take you from breakfast to dessert and every snack in between, so line up the tins and get a batch (or two) going.

Mike’s Top Tips: The yoghurt sorbet isn’t an instant dessert as it takes a while to freeze, so best to make it the day before you want to eat it. Try freezing this delicious sorbet in a metal container as the metal will act as a temperature conductor, freezing the sorbet twice as fast as […]

Light and full of bold tropical flavours, this soft mousse cake has a melt-in-the-mouth texture with a healthy, crunchy base.

Toss together this flavoursome pasta dish in under ten minutes - packed full of nutrients and fresh, beautiful produce

Give your crumbed lamb cutlets a healthy twist by oven baking them alongside tasty cherry tomatoes and mushrooms.

Succulent chicken schnitzel drizzled with mayonnaise and enjoyed in a doughy bread roll. What more could you want? It's the 20 minute wonder you'll be making again and again.

Little guests at your next children's party will love these super-easy mini sausage rolls.