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Steamed ginger rice

The secret to this simple dish is the ratio of water to rice. Follow the instructions carefully and you'll be rewarded with soft, fluffy and flavoursome ginger rice.

This chocolate and peanut butter ice-cream pie is quite possibly the most decadent sweet recipe on the planet. Set atop a crisp biscuit base and finished with rich, hot fudge sauce, there really is nothing left to do but enjoy.

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Frozen peanut butter cheesecake

If you fancy a particularly decadent dessert then look no further than this frozen peanut butter cheesecake. Topped with warm and melty chocolate sauce, this is the stuff that dreams are made of. Dig in.

Beef and noodle stir-fry

This beef and noodle stir fry is delicious and can be on the table in just over 30 minutes. Serve with lime cheeks and a bowl of thinly sliced red thai chilli so the family can adjust the heat according to individual taste.

Sabayon

Sabyon is the French name for Zabaglione, the fluffy custard and sometimes beverage. The lime flavoured sabayon is delicious with poached fruit such as peaches, mandarins or mango. Enjoy shortbread biscuits dipped in the coffee based version.

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Egg, bacon and parmesan pies

Hot, savoury and tasty egg, bacon and parmesan pies make a great lunch or after-school snack. They're also great for popping in lunch boxes the following day.

Chicken, mushroom and asparagus creamy pasta bake

Creamy and comforting, this asparagus, chicken and mushroom pasta bake is a great mid-week dinner recipe. It's also handy on a busy weekend when you've got lots of mouths to feed.

Thai-style fish cakes with cucumber chilli pickle

This tasty fish cakes are made in the Thai-style, which involves processing whatever meat your using almost to a paste, this gives the cakes their unique texture. Serve these with cucumber chilli pickle and sweet chilli sauce for dipping.

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stir-fried seafood with chilli and ginger

Stir-fried seafood with ginger

Imagine you're on holiday at your favourite Asian destination as you whip up our stir-fried seafood with ginger. If you fancy some heat, add a few slices of red chilli and enjoy with an icy-cold beer or white wine.

Honey-mustard chicken with potato kumara mash

The balance between the sweetness of the honey and the sharp, vinegary mustard is what gives honey mustard chicken its distinctive appeal.

Pavlova fruit roll

The beauty of this recipe is that you have the delicious taste of a pavlova with a much shorter cooking time. Rolling the meringue in this way results in a bright, fruit filled centre that looks exquisite on the plate.

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Coffee hazelnut shots

Combine coffee and dessert in the most decadent way with these delicious coffee hazelnut shots. Frangelico is the perfect liqueur to use in this recipe.

Salmon quichettes

If you're looking for a simple and tasty finger food to that will please a crowd, look no further than these salmon quichettes. They are delicious hot or cold and a also make a perfect after school snack.

Chicken and corn soup

Tasty, fresh and incredibly healthy, this is the kind of chicken and corn soup that leaves you feeling energised, refreshed and ready for anything.

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Smoked salmon pate

This smoked salmon pate is delicious and ridiculously easy to prepare. Enhance your presentation by experimenting with pretty moulds and serve with a selection of crackers or vegetable sticks.

Spinach and ricotta gnocchi with sage butter

This gnocchi recipe is a little more forgiving that its potato based cousin. Nervous cooks should dive confidently into this spinach and ricotta with sage butter version. The result will be as light and delicate as you could wish for.

Herb-crumbed lambs brains

Eating brains can be a daunting prospect for some but if you can get over it, these herbed crumbed brains are utterly delicious. They make a very tasty breakfast dish, or a light snack.

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Grilled lamb chops with tomato & olive salsa

Avocado, bean and rocket salad makes a great side for these tasty lamb chops served with a cherry tomato and olive salsa. Light, simple and perfectly satisfying.

Greek salad with grilled lamb

Marinating the lamb takes this tasty and healthy salad to new levels. For best results, grill the meat so it is still pink in the middle, and leave it to rest before slicing. Use plump, ripe and juicy tomatoes and a good quality fetta.

Slow-roasted leg of lamb with artichokes and lemon

Slow-roasted leg of lamb, slathered in an anchovy and garlic paste and cooked on a bed of Jerusalem artichokes, red onions and lemons makes for a majestic Sunday roast.

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Beef sirloin with herbed butter and pommes frites

Give your steak that something special and top it with our deliciously flavoured herbed butter. For a the perfect crispy side, look no further than pommes frites. The secret is to twice-cook them for extra crunch.

Baked ham with cranberry and redcurrant glaze

This celestial ham will be the winning centre-piece of your Christmas table. Sweetly spiced by the whole cloves. The deliciously sticky glaze contrasts beautifully with the salty meat.

Bolognese cannelloni

This hearty bolognese cannelloni will have the entire family running to the dinner table. It is comfort food at its best and tastes just as good the next day. Enjoy with a side salad and a glass of red.

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Coconut bread

A delicious breakfast can be prepared in a flash with this coconut bread. Just pop it under the grill for a couple of minutes until it begins to brown lightly and, if you like, spread it with a little butter.

Savoury vegetable mince

Savoury mince on toast is an all-time family favourite; kids and adults of all ages love it. Serve on buttered toast or, to extend the meal even further, mix the mince with cooked pasta. Use any vegetables you like.

Pasta primavera

What better way to enjoy the delights of fresh spring vegetables than this pasta primavera with its tangy herb and mustard dressing. Store leftovers in a tupperware container for a delicious and healthy lunch the next day.

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Steak sandwich with tomato and avocado salsa

This steak sandwich with tomato and avocado salsa served on fresh Turkish pide is sure to satisfy the biggest of appetites. Experiment with adding a touch of chilli to the salsa for an extra kick.

White chocolate and strawberry cheesecake

If you're talking about perfect flavour combinations, white chocolate and strawberry has to be pretty high on the list, and never more so than when combined to make a fabulous cheesecake!

Za’atar pizza

Sprinkled with freshly made za'atar, this crisp, spicy pizza slices are delicious either dipped in yoghurt, or with a spoonful dolloped on top. Great as a snack, starter or a share platter.

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Beef fajitas

Both the kids and adults will love these beef fajitas packed with tender slices of beef, grilled capsicum, salsa and iceberg lettuce. Enjoy assembling them at the dinner table.

Fish with orange and ginger

We used blue-eye fillets in this recipe, but you can use any firm white fish fillets you like. Serve with fresh lime slices, and accompany with fresh rice noodles stir-fried with grated zucchini and cabbage.

Watermelon and berry frappe

This thick, creamy and utterly delicious watermelon and berry frappe is a great way to start your day, or to reach for as a mid-afternoon pick-me-up. Naturally sweet and enlivened by a shot of lime.

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Asian-style lime chilli fish

Snugly wrapped in banana leaves, these fragrant fish parcels are tender, spicy and perfumed with lime and lemongrass. Serve with steamed rice and Asian greens.

Thai fish burgers with sour and sweet green salad

We used blue-eye fillets here, but any firm white fish fillets will go beautifully with this crisp Asian inspired salad.

Fish fingers with wedges

Fish fingers are is an easy and delicious way to get some fish into the kids. Yes, you can buy them from the supermarket, but our version taste a whole lot better, and are much healthier.

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Baked chicken with ratatouille

Ratatouille is a classic French dish, low in carbs and popular for its hearty flavour and attractive, rustic presentation. It is the perfect accompaniment not only for chicken but also for meat and fish.

Pastrami, capsicum and onion jam bagels

Everybody loves a bagel. For this recipe, we've included pastrami, capsicum and onion jam, but don't stop there; try smoked salmon, cream cheese and capers, or chicken and avocado for an equally delicious lunch.

Baked mussels

Serve these baked mussels topped with this delicious crispy tomato topping as part of your hors-d'oeuvre platter at your next gathering.

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Suppli al telefono

Suppli al telefono is a delicious snack from Italy originally named for the melted mozzarella "strings" that resemble telephone wires when one of these croquettes is split open and slowly pulled apart.

Chicken pancetta casserole

Chicken thighs are the perfect cut for this recipe. The meat casseroles beautifully, leaving a sweet and tender family meal favourite. Serve with a generous helping of new potatoes.

Tangy little lemon soufflés

Forget about faffing around with collars and a bain-marie. These tangy little lemon soufflés are easy to make and simply divine. If you're in a particularly indulgent mood, a dollop of double cream won't hurt.

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Garlic and herb bread

Hot and crisp from the grill, few can resist the heady aroma and charm of a classic garlic bread. Often served as an accompaniment to pasta, it's just as delicious all by itself.

CHICKEN TENDERLOINS WITH PEPPERCORN AND TARRAGON DRESSING

Chicken with tarragon and peppercorn dressing

Nothing adds flavour quite like tarragon does. This delicious chicken with tarragon and peppercorn dressing recipe will prove just how perfectly this herb can finish off a dish. Chicken and chips never tasted so good.

Scrambled eggs with chorizo

Next time you fancy a fry-up, try our scrambled eggs with chorizo. This Spanish sausage made with coarsely ground pork and highly seasoned with garlic and chillies is a tasty and sophisticated alternative to bacon.

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Almond and raspberry jam drops

Made with almond meal in place of flour, these divine little almond and raspberry jam drops are soft, moist and ever so slightly crumbly. They're also incredibly pretty!

Tomato basil crackers

Making your own crackers may seem like a lot of effort for something that can be easily be bought from the supermarket, but just one bite of these tomato basil crackers and you'll be convinced it's totally worth it.

Fried rice

Fried rice is the perfect way to use up leftover rice. A few minutes in the frypan, together with some fresh and healthy ingredients, and you'll soon have a filling and healthy dish for the kids.

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Chicken liver pate with port and brandy

This French inspired chicken liver pate with port and brandy is particularly heavenly. Just a little will go a long way. Serve as an appetiser with slices of lightly toasted baguette at your next dinner party.

Coconut cake

Beautifully moist and light, this coconut cake with its lovely and sweet frosting is the perfect accompaniment to your afternoon tea or coffee. It's even better when shared with someone you love.

Tuna dip

This delicious tuna dip is versatile enough to be a healthy quick and easy after school snack or part of your next cocktail party repertoire. Serve with tortilla chips or sticks of carrot, cucumber and celery.

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Fish with lemon caper butter

We adore these crispy skinned fish fillets nestled on a pile of colourful vegetable ribbons and finished with a drizzle of lemon caper butter. We've used bream, but snapper or sea bass will do the trick just as well.

Baked coconut custard tarts

Sweet and satisfying, these little baked coconut custard tarts have the added nutty depth of both shredded and desiccated coconut, plus a dash of lemon zest.

Zucchini lentil pasties

Make your own delicious and healthy treats of zucchini lentil pasties. Have them cold on a picnic or warm for a meat-free dinner or after school snack. Smaller ones can be made for cocktail parties.

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Chicken with creamy pea and pancetta sauce

The pancetta and pea combination lift an otherwise ordinary dish to new heights. Serve with mashed potato and sweet potato for a crowd pleasing family meal.

Oysters with mirin and wasabi

Fire up your oysters with a shot of mirin and fierce wasabe. Finely chopped cucumber adds a cool edge to this spicy little concoction. Great as a starter, or for handing round a platter with a difference at a party.

Crying tiger (seua rong hai)

The Thai name for this crying tiger dish is 'seua rong hai'. It translates to ‘crying tiger’, as the dipping sauce is supposed to bring tears to your eyes. But don’t be nervous! It's actually not that hot.

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Sichuan steak with mushroom salad

Rare, grilled steak with sichuan pepper is gorgeous served with a spicy mushroom, fennel and onion salad. A light, savoury and satisfying meal.

Iskender kebab

The utterly delicious iskender kebab is most famous in northwestern Turkey, and is traditionally served on a bed of lavash bread and smothered in a spicy tomato sauce and yoghurt.

Baklava cigars

We have many things to thank the Greeks for, baklava is but one of them. These cigar shaped treats drenched in syrup go perfectly with a steaming hot cup of espresso.

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Sweet corn soup with ginger

This Asian-style sweet corn soup is based on a clear broth made fragrant with fresh ginger and bulked up with ribbons of egg and green onions.

Grilled kingfish with tamarind stir-fried vegetables

The kingfish is deservedly known for its sweet, rich flavour and firm flesh with few bones. It is well suited to a range of cooking methods. Here, it is grilled and served with tamarind flavoured vegetables.

Prawns with fennel salad

Prawns are packed with protein, a good source of omega 3 fatty acids and a delicious way to increase your intake of iron, zinc and vitamin E. Try these prawns with fennel salad and mustard dressing, alfresco style.

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Marbled cupcake magic

Give your next batch of cupcakes a special lift with this beautiful looking marbled frosting. Get the kids involved and decorate with 100s and 1000s, cachous and little icing flowers.

Martini

Is there a more classic cocktail than the martini? With this recipe we've gone all 007 with a gin martini, shaken not stirred, one olive added.

chinese barbecued pork and rice noodle stir-fry

Chinese barbecued pork and mushroom stir fry

This Chinese barbecued pork and mushroom stir fry contains the lovely red-coated sticky pork, commonly known as char siu, that is a staple of Cantonese cuisine. It is widely available in Asian food stores.

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Apple cake

This simple apple tea cake is dense, moist and delicious. Glazed with apricot jam and studded with tender apple pieces, it makes a great afternoon tea treat.

Brie and quince matchsticks

Sticky, gooey, sweet and astringent in all the right measures, these baked brie and quince matchsticks are made from light, flaky puff-pastry. Fabulous finger food for a party.

Afghan biscuits

These chocolatey Afghan biscuits are absolutely delicious enjoyed with a mug of coffee for afternoon tea. They keep well covered in the fridge for up to a week, but we don't think they'll last that long.

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Raisin and honey oat bread

There is nothing quite like the smell and taste of raisin bread with lashings of melted butter. Try this honey and oat version for something different this weekend.

Sweet and sour relish

This relish is sweet and tangy with a nice note of ginger. It's perfect for jarring up and handing out as a lovely gift to family and friends. Serve it with cold meats such as ham or pork.

Vietnamese chicken rice paper rolls

Fresh and tasty.

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Char-grilled chicken, vegetables and haloumi salad

Beautifully light yet perfectly hearty, consider this char-grilled chicken, vegetables and haloumi salad as slightly more exciting mediterranean alternative to your meat and three veg family meal.

Almond shortbread drops

These easy, buttery cookies are delicious served with hot espresso. If you can't get blanched almonds, just use normal, unsalted almonds in their place.

Lobster with champagne sauce

If you're looking to splash out and spoil that special someone, what better way than to prepare this delicious lobster with champagne sauce? The sprinkle of chopped dill adds the perfect finish to this luxurious dish.

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Braised artichokes with tomato vinaigrette

Surprisingly, the humble artichoke is part of the thistle family. Served here topped with chopped pine nuts and fresh chervil, with a tomato vinaigrette, they'll make a sophisticated, mouth-watering appetiser at your next dinner party.

Apple and almond biscuits

Thin and crisp, these apple and almond biscotti-style biscuits are perfect for dunking and therefore fabulous with coffee or tea. If you prefer you could use candied orange peel instead of the dried apple.

Italian-style lamb cutlets

Not only are these Italian-style lamb cutlets served with mediterranean vegetables packed full of vitamins, they are a one pot dish. Win, win.

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Apricot and pine nut biscotti

Originating in Italy, biscotti is a traditional biscuit that is mostly enjoyed with a strong coffee. A batch of these twice-baked goodies wrapped in coloured paper makes a thoughtful and delicious gift.

Rabbit stew

Rabbit is not easy to come by; if your local farmers' market doesn't have it you can order on-line from a number of game meat specialists in Australia. It is a tough meat, but turns beautifully tender when slow cooked. You'll be glad you tried it.

Pistachio and lime friands

In France, friands are better known as financiers because they were originally baked in tiny, gold-bar shaped pans. These dainty little pistachio and lime friands are perfect for morning or afternoon tea.

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Camembert fondue

If you're a fan of the classic Swiss style of serving cheese, this camembert fondue ticks all the boxes. Enjoy plunging crispy slices of toasted baguette into this creamy, oozy disc of deliciousness.

Caramel self-saucing pudding

If you fancy a decadent dessert for those long cold winter nights, consider this indulgent caramel self-saucing pudding. Serve it with lashings of thickened cream or ice-cream for a truly warming end to the chilliest of evenings.

Tomato and rocket bruschetta

This tomato and rocket bruschetta would make a lovely fresh starter to your next summer barbecue. For a variation, replace the dill with basil and add a little garlic.

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Fresh apple soufflés

The fresh flavour of these airy apple soufflés is perfectly suited to the lightness of this classic dessert. Serve with a drizzle of caramel sauce or brandy butter if you like.

Smoked trout dip

The potato in this smoked trout dip adds a lovely robust flavour and a creamy texture. It goes beautifully with tostini, crackers, or vegetable sticks

Tofu and vegie burger

This tofu and vegie burger recipe is a great stand-by for nights when you want or need to produce a vegetarian meal. They're packed with protein and totally yum.

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Seafood platter

Offer your guests this seafood platter as part of a selection of tapas or share plate dishes at your next gathering. Serve with a bowl of olives, crusty bread and a glass of icy cold, crisp white wine.

Lemon garlic chicken on ciabatta

Poaching chicken in this way guarantees a tender and moist result. Served on ciabatta, this lemon garlic chicken is a perfect protein filled lunch with a tangy finish, and just the right amount of heat from the chilli.

Hazelnut pinwheels

If you're looking for a quick and tasty sweet afternoon tea snack these hazelnut pinwheels are the answer. They look and taste delicious and go perfectly with a steaming mug of coffee or tea.

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Banana split

This classic American dessert is always an all-time favourite. Don't be shy with the chocolate sauce, and if you'd like a grown up version, you can lace the topping with your favourite liqueur.

Cioppino

Cioppino is an Italian-American fish stew originating in San Francisco's fishing community. It is traditionally made from 'catch of the day' seafood and has become a popular staple at Italian restaurants in the area, and for good reason. It's delicious!