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These little iced thongs are the cutest thing ever to serve up this Australia Day.

White balsamic vinegar (also known as balsamic white condiment) is a clear and lighter version of balsamic vinegar, it has a fresh, sweet clean taste and is available from major supermarkets and delicatessens. Note

Thrill the kids with these easy hot-pink cupcakes topped with Jaffas.

If tortillas are slightly dry, dampen with a few drops of water and microwave for about 20 seconds. Note

A healthy, fast and easy white bean salad from Australian Women's Weekly.

Plain biscuits will keep in an airtight container for up to 1 week. Sandwiched biscuits will keep, refrigerated, in an airtight container for up to 1 week. These bite-size biscuits hail from Piedmont in Italy, a region famed for the combination of chocolate and hazelnuts. Ground nuts lose their flavour quickly so, for a more […]

Quick, easy and full of flavour; make this teriyaki beef and soba stir-fry for a tasty snack.

The true finger-licking chicken, southern fried chicken is a classic dish from the US Deep South. Especially good served with corn on the cob dripping in butter.

A barbecued chicken weighing about 800g (1½ pounds) should give you 2 cups of shredded chicken meat. Note

This refreshingly delicious zucchini and mint couscous salad makes the ultimate side dish to a dinner spread, or a light vegetarian meal.

Some flavours make a natural marriage, and pear and chocolate is one of those gorgeous pairings. These whole poached pears with chocolate cream are simple, elegant and delicious.

You will need about 2 lemons for this recipe. You can freeze the unused egg whites and use them later in friands, omelettes or a pavlova. VARIATIONS You can make this recipe with other citrus fruit, simply replace the lemon rind and juice with the same amount of rind and juice of whatever citrus fruit […]

Quinoa (keen-wa) seems to be the superfood of the moment, and for good reason. It is the seed of a leafy plant similar to spinach. Its cooking qualities are similar to rice, and it is full of goodness and protein.

Oranges, orange liqueur and Christmas cake form the basis of this incredibly quick and simple ice-cream terrine.

Sweet and spicy Indian-style masala chicken drumsticks; great for main dishes or sharing platters.

In Japan, sukiyaki is traditionally shared at the table from the pan in which it was cooked, making it a great dish for a fun dinner party. Diners use their chopsticks to dip the piping hot ingredients into their individual bowls of egg.

Freshly made mint sauce is the perfect dressing for this tender butterflied leg of lamb cooked on the barbecue.

Prosciutto is an unsmoked thinly-sliced Italian ham. It is air-cured and comes in two varieties: prosciutto crudo (raw) and prosciutto cotto (cooked). We used prosciutto crudo in this recipe Note

A sprinkling of feta, diced tomato and basil transform these juicy balsamic mushrooms into a tasty breakfast, brunch or lunch.

A light and flavourful Asian-style dish of udon noodle salad with buk choy and shiitake mushrooms.

If you're new to gluten-free baking, make sure that you purchase pure icing sugar and not icing mixture, as the latter has gluten added.

Panko breadcrumbs can be found in the Asian section of most supermarkets. You can use packaged or fresh breadcrumbs in this recipe, if you like. Note

Wrapping these little chickens in proscuitto helps keep them moist while roasting, as well as infusing the meat with their flavour.

These fresh, citrus cordials make lovely, simple gifts at Christmas time, as well as an excellent pantry staple.

serve with soft polenta. Note

These little morsels only improve with time.Make 1 or 2 days ahead. Use rounded ice-cube trays if possible as the ice-cream blocks will unmould more easily.You can also make this as a log. Place ice-cream mixture in a bar cake pan lined with baking paper.Once frozen, place on a wire rack and drizzle with melted […]

Nutty sesame, sweet scallops and crisp cabbage salad make a delightful combination.

Try this twist on crumbed chicken, delicious crunchy parmesan and couscous chicken makes a fresh, stylish shared platter for parties.

Perfect for school lunches or morning or afternoon tea, these fig jam and raisin rolls will not fail to satisfy. Spread them with a little butter and enjoy with your next cuppa.

Tarts can be made one day ahead; store, in a single layer, in an airtight container. The stars of the day can act all grown-up like their favourite celebrity with a flute of pink fizz in one hand and a canapé in the other. As well, there’s the kids’ all-time favourite jam tarts made into […]

The varieties of mushrooms used in this wonderful broth make for an intense and delicious flavour. Asian flavours complete the taste sensation.

Adding salt during cooking was once thought to make pulses tough ­ it doesn't. However it does slow down the cooking time, so it's best to season this Greek lentil, spinach and dill soup at the very end.

Filled with hazelnut praline cream, this stunning sponge is perfect for a special occasion.

This fresh salad is extremely good for you. Almonds are packed with good oils, fennel acts as a diuretic and helps to settle the stomach and oranges give the ultimate vitamin C shot to help protect the body from infections and viruses. Note

This vegetarian pasta dish makes a fantastic quick dinner and is also great for the lunchbox.

Grilled Indian-style chicken with spicy lentils from Australian Women's Weekly.

Wondering what to bring to a morning tea? This cake will impress everyone.

This easy, spicy salad is full of zesty flavour and texture.

Test Kitchen Za’atar is a blend of roasted sesame seeds, sumac and dried herbs such as wild marjoram and thyme, but the ingredients depend on each maker. Note

Also known as capelli d’angelo, angel hair is sold as small, circular nests of very fine, delicate pasta strands; its cooking time is minimal because of its extremely thin nature.

An exotic and exquisite salad.

Whip up a pitcher of delicious lemon iced tea for a refreshingly sweet beverage as the weather warms up.

If you love omelettes and are partial to a bit of heat, try this Asian-style delight. It is quick, easy and delicious. The heat in chillies comes from a chemical known as capsaicin. Chillies also contain high levels of antioxidants, so fire up!

This crab dip literally couldn't be easier, or yummier. Serve with fresh vegetable sticks or crisp flat bread.

Prawns can be shelled several hours ahead. Keep, covered in the refrigerator. Toast rolls and add filling just before serving. Note

This fresh, zesty corn and capsicum salsa with coriander and chilli is perfect paired with salmon, chicken or steak.

The stem of the zucchini is the baby zucchini attached to its flower. Note

Create this rich and luxurious veal parmesan with minimal effort. We show you the quick way with this delicious recipe.

For a tasty, healthy meat alternative to fill your burgers, try this sensational veggie patty recipe brought to you by Woman's Weekly.

Sri Lankan curry is a strong mix spiced with cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, cumin and fenugreek amongst others, boosted here with tamarind paste to make a fragrant curry.

Not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Dry coleslaw is coleslaw without dressing. Aïoli is a garlic mayonnaise, available in supermarkets and delicatessens; you can use mayonnaise or dijonnaise instead. To keep sandwiches moist, cover them with damp absorbent paper. Note

Algerian chicken and chickpea soup

Za'atar lamb with warm chickpea salad from Australian Women's Weekly.

Herb-flecked and crunchy, this easy salad makes a tasty, filling lunch or side dish.

For a delightful afternoon treat, serve this cake with butter for spreading and a pot of tea.

Serve this salad accompanied with fine wines and good company for a perfect starter that your guests will never forget.

This beautiful dish is a great starter to impress at your next dinner party.

Blood orange is a virtually seedless citrus fruit with blood-red rind and flesh; it has a sweet, non-acidic pulp and juice with slight strawberry or raspberry overtones.

Gorgonzola is a creamy, blue cheese from Italy; if unavailable, use blue Castello. Note

Coconut oil is a solidified oil sold in jars and is available from major supermarkets and health food stores. Melt coconut oil as you would butter, either in a small saucepan over low heat or in the microwave. Cherries are rich in vitamins and minerals as well as antioxidants. While fresh is best, if they […]

Crouton comes from the French word croûte, which translates as crust ­hence these crunchy pieces of garlic bread soak up the sauce in this dish. Croûtons can be made a day ahead and stored in an airtight container. Note

This dipis quick, delicious and dead easy to make. Spread it on crostini and call it a pâté, or serve it with crispy vegetable sticks and have it ready for hungry kids as they burst in from school.

As long as the wine you use is good enough to drink with the meal, any dry red will suffice; however, in keeping with the Italian feel of this recipe, we used a Chianti. serving suggestion Serve with baby rocket leaves sprinkled with flaked parmesan and a squeeze of lemon juice, if desired. Note

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

To open fresh coconut, pierce one of the eyes then roast coconut briefly in a very hot oven only until cracks appear in the shell. Cool the coconut, then break it apart and grate the flesh. Note

Try something different from the usual Sunday roast with this mouth-watering leg of lamb.

Nasi goreng, literally meaning "fried rice" in Indonesian and Malay, is a fantastic and simple stir-fry.

These delicious savoury biscuits make the perfect canapé or snack.

Roasted garlic is a delicious accompaniment to roasted or grilled meat, or squeezed from the skin and spread on croutes. To ensure a tender roast, remember to stand the meat before serving.

No antipasto plate is complete without a serving of bruschetta. This tomato version may look simple, but the addition of fresh herbs and mozzarella take this classic dish to new heights.

Candied clementines are available from specialty food stores and delicatessens. Note

Healthy, fresh and authentic. The tastiest way to eat your greens!

With a judiciously herbed crumb crust, tender lamb, this dish is sophisticated enough to serve at a dinner party but won't take you hours to make.

Polenta always makes for a rich, dense cake and never more so than when paired with rich, dried figs.

Use well-drained canned corn kernels or thawed frozen corn instead of fresh corn, if you like. Note

Try this sticky Italian christmas classic with a chocolate and orange twist.

Store purée, covered, in the fridge for up to 2 days. Purée is suitable to freeze in 1-tablespoon batches in ice-cube trays, covered, for up to 1 month. Note