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Use a combination of ricotta and spreadable cream cheese. Note

We used a plan case from the baking aisle; you can use a frozen (thawed) flan case instead. Pie is best on day of baking. Ensure sugar is dissolved in egg white. Note

To crush sweets, place in a plastic food storage bag then pound with a rolling pin. Makes 25 Note

You can use any combination of dried fruit you like. Makes 12 Note

You could replace banana lollies with 1 cup finely chopped dried figs or raisins. Note

White Chocolate and Vanilla Macarons: Makes about 18 White Chocolate Ganache: Makes about 2/3 cup It’s important that macarons farm a crust an the base. If your oven is not fan forced, cook one tray at a time an the bottom shelf. You can make a disposable piping bag from a large plastic snap tack […]

Whip up these mini savoury tarts the next time you have a crowd over. Give the filling a toss in a little salt and pepper, or add some bacon for extra flavour, if you like.

Make ahead Make snowballs up to 1 week ahead. Cover, then refrigerate. Try tinting the extra coconut with food colouring. Note

Not suitable to freeze. Note

They don't call it a classic for nothing. This Italian spaghetti dish is so effortless and simple yet so delicious you'll soon see why it's such a staple.

These sticky chicken drummettes are super easy and incredibly versatile. They're great for lunchboxes, as finger food, for a protein-packed after-school snack or as a meal with rice and veges.

With just enough spice and the right amount of herbs, this tasty Asian chicken noodle salad is packed full of flavour, perfect for a summer lunch or dinner.

A quick meal or snack doesn’t get any easier than these vege-packed fritters

This is one of those dishes you can turn to when a hearty, yet quick and easy meal is required. Save some leftovers to heat up for lunch the following day.

Wrap leftover silverbeet in dampened paper towels; store in vegetable crisper for up to 3 days. Use in pasta dishes, soups and stews. Note

Vegetarian: Omit bacon. Top frittata with 200g crumbled fresh ricotta before grilling. Note

Buy large char-grilled red capsicum from the deli counter. If unavailable, use drained capsicum strips from a jar, available in the condiments aisle of supermarkets. Note

This sauce goes well with any long pasta. You can use basil or chives instead of parsley. Replace tuna with canned salmon. Use a vegetable peeler to cut zucchini into thin slices. Try yellow zucchini instead of squash. This recipe is best made close to serving time. Note

If desired, add dried chillies for a little heat. Note

Omit balsamic vinegar. Use brown or apple cider vinegar instead. Use floury potatoes. Note

Recipes+ have used basa fillets here. You can also use barramundi or ling for this baked fish with fennel. If you find the distinctive taste of fennel too strong, substitute zucchini.

Cantonese food comes from the Guangdong province in China; it is characterised by well balanced flavours and modest use of spices.

Replace trussed cherry tomatoes with regular cherry tomatoes. Scatter over some fresh basil leaves. Note

Any firm white fish like sea perch or barramundi will do for these Moroccan fish parcels by recipes+. Baking it in this way seals in all of the flavours, and saves on the washing up!

This lemon meringue pie has the more simple biscuit base, rather than the classic pastry. The tart, citrusy filling topped with lightly baked meringue is true to tradition.

Fresh hokkien noodles are in the refrigerated food section of the supermarket. We used a frozen vegetable mix of baby corn, bamboo shoots, broccoli, green beans and carrot. Note

Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature to avoid lumps in cheesecake. Note

The fresh herb blend contains lemongrass, ginger, coriander and chilli. Buy it in the fresh food aisle. Note

To keep beef tender, cook quickly over high heat. To blanch carrots and zucchini, plunge separately into boiling water for 1-2 minutes; drain. Refresh under cold running water. Note

Makes 32 pieces Heat the blade of a large knife under hot running water before cutting slice. Note

Use pork and veal mince, beef mince or a combination of your favourites. Note

Ditch the takeaway and delight your family with homemade cripsy beer-battered fish. Serve with golden fries for a delicious weekend lunch.

Put a healthy swing on hot chips with these beautiful home-baked kumara chips. We've used sweet potato in this recipe to lower the starch content, but maximise flavour. Enjoy!

Use a vegetable peeler to peel cucumber into long, thin ribbons. Note

Lattice Biscuits are no longer being made, but any plain un-iced biscuit can be used.

Cut the lemon used for grating zest into wedges, then serve with pizzas. For a tasty alteration, add canned artichoke hearts, pitted olives or semi-dried tomatoes to pizzas. Note

For crudites we used celery sticks, peeled baby (Dutch) carrots, seeded cucumber sticks and halved baby red radish. Try smoked salmon instead of prawns. Price will vary. Fresh prawns should smell like seawater and be free of black marks. Avoid frozen prawns with freezer bum marks. Make sure packaging isn’t tom and is firmly sealed. […]

Celebrate the birth and naming of the newest princess born to the British Royal Family with this delicious chocolatey dessert. A fitting tribute to little Charlotte, we think!

For best results, cook pikelets just before serving. Serve pikelets with sliced banana and maple syrup. Note

This classic Aussie pub-style dish is given a delicious makeover using fresh, good quality ingredients to produce a rich, creamy sauce.

No friand tray? Bake in a 12-hole (1/3-cup) muffin tray. Replace hazelnut meal with almond meal, and use leftover egg yolks in omelets and custards. Note

Use a small paring knife or tweezers to remove bones from salmon. Note

Make ahead – Cakes will keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Greasing a muffin tray with melted dairy-free spread gives cakes a crisp golden crust You’ll need 2 lemons for zest. Note

You could use chopped unsalted peanuts instead of hazelnuts. Try goat cheese instead of feta, mixed salad instead of rocket. Price will vary. To slice onion very thinly, use a mandolin or V-shaped cutter. Note

Warm caster sugar by placing in baking tray in warm oven (160°C) for 2 minutes. Jamsetta is available from the baking aisle of any supermarket. To test if jam is set: Place a teaspoon of jam on a chilled saucer; cool. Push jam with a finger; if it wrinkles, it’s ready to bottle. Note

Swap peas for corn. Try 1 tablespoon finely chopped chives with the flour. Note

Equally delicious hot or cold, these individual baked rice custards take just a few minutes to put together and are the perfect way to use up leftover rice.

Beef vindaloo is a classic curry most famous in India's Goa region. Not for the faint hearted, the chilli packs a particularly spicy punch. To balance the dish, serve with a side of riata and an ice cold beer.

Cooked bugs, lobster, scampi or king prawns can be halved and cooked in the same way. For cooked bugs, barbecue for 1-2 minutes to heat through and colour up. Drizzle with any leftover butter mixture. Note

Could your day get any better? Well yes, yes it could. Ladies and gentlemen, we present the cherry ripe slice that really is as good as it sounds. You can thank us later.

Makes 32 Note

Scallops on the half-shell always make a spectacular dish, treat your friends to something special with these delicious ginger and lemongrass scallops.

Juicy and delicious tropical fruit with rosewater syrup. You can use pineapple or even watermelon instead of the papaya if you prefer. You could also use 4 cardamom pods and a cinnamon quill instead of the rosewater.

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

Add some spice to your life with this enticing, quick seafood dish that packs on the flavour but not the calories.

Kids will love these fun spotty chocolate cakes, ideal for a party.

This divine adult's-only mousse combines the perfectly paired flavours of creamy chocolate and rich liqueur to create this utterly indulgent weekend dessert.

If desired, use fresh or frozen corn kernels. “Egg flowers” can be omitted if preferred. Note

These gorgeous cupcakes by Woman's Day are exquisitely delicate and absolutely perfect for a fairy themed birthday party or even an afternoon tea. Serve them on your daintiest china.

We used milk and water to to make the base, for a lighter result – all milk or all water can also be used. Milk is best for scones/scrolls. Note

Don’t worry that the mixture separates during cooking. It forms natural layers to give the impression of a pie crust. Note

You can never have too many Maltesers. And these cupcakes are loaded with them. Sprinkle some over the top for an extra malty chocolatey crunch.

Drain peach slices well on paper towel before chopping. Note

If you prefer, you can, use mild pancetta or prosciutto, as well as mild creamy blue cheese in place of goat’s cheese. For a thinner crust, try mountain bread. Note

For a spicy taste, add tabasco to capsicum and caper mayonnaise. Add more lemon juice if mayonnaise is too thick. Note

Rosemary, lemon and bacon stuffing combine to give this roast lamb a powerful flavour and texture boost. Roasted vegetables complete this Sunday night favourite.

Dress salad just before serving. Toast nuts by gently tossing in a dry frying pan for 1 minute. Note

These biscuits will still be soft when they’re cooked, but will harden on cooling. Note

If making ahead, cover with plastic wrap and chill to prevent pastry from drying out. Note

Folding in the egg whites will make sure this spinach roulade retains a light and fluffy consistency. The prosciutto and cream cheese provide a robust flavour and textural balance.

Kumara could be used in place of pumpkin, if preferred. Note

Test muffins with a skewer – if it comes out clean and dry, they are cooked. These muffins are best served warm. Note

We used a standard muffin pan – if you use mini muffin pans the mixture will make about 24. Reduce cooking time to 15 minutes Persian fairy floss (pashmak) is available from specialty and Middle Eastern food stores. Note

White Christmas is becoming a classic Australian treat for the festive season. It's not particularly sophisticated, but the taste means it doesn't have to be.