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These tasty little pizzetta bites with pesto, bocconcini and prosciutto make a great share platter for a cocktail party.

These barbecued prawns with a spicy, Indian-style marinade make a fabulous starter, or a platter of finger food for passing round at a party.

This delightful recipe combines all the great flavours of baklava into delicious cute sized cookies.

You'll win lots of friends with this luscious layered nachos recipe topped with fresh guacamole and sour cream.

For a non-vegetarian option, substitute tofu with lean chicken mince. You could use butter lettuce leaves, if you prefer. For extra heat, add an extra fresh long red chilli. Note

The garlic mayonnaise can be thinned with a little boiling water, if you prefer. Note

The perfect balance of sweet, salty and crunchy, these delicious caramel peanut hearts are the perfect weekend snack, or gift for loved ones.

There is nothing better than the scent of home-baked bread wafting through the house. Try this delicious gluten-free version.

With spicy roast potatoes and a zingy tomato and capsicum salsa, this light fish dish makes a delicious, healthy dinner.

Beef ribs with a subtle and sweet maple and sherry glaze from Australian Women's Weekly.

The sweet citrus flavours of the mandarin are a wonderful contract to the richness of the pork in this fresh, crisp salad.

They are an unlikely pair, but the combination of banana and passionfruit is fresh, healthy and delicious; always a winner. Make sure your bananas are ever so slightly firm, with no blemishes.

Sponge-finger biscuits are also known as savoiardi biscuits, savoy biscuits, lady’s fingers or sponge fingers; they are long, oval-shaped Italian-style crisp fingers made from sponge-cake mixture, and are available from supermarkets. Recipe is not suitable to freeze. Note

Tender and delicious veal that is slow-cooked in Asian aromatic spices and wine.

Exquisite Japanese teriyaki pork with wasabi dressing served with a colourful salad.

If limes are too expensive you can use lemons instead. Any firm white fish is good for this recipe. Note

Pilaf can be prepared several hours ahead. Transfer pilaf to an ovenproof dish, cover with foil and refrigerate. Warm in oven as required. Note

Moroccan spice mix and preserved lemon have the ability to transform the humble chicken thigh from a tasty cut of meat, to a sensation dish. Don't be tempted to substitute chicken breast, the thigh is much more tender, succulent and flavourful.

Grilled lamb cutlets with a bright and colourful pea mash.

Bananas are a good source of the minerals potassium, which helps our brains function properly, and phosphorous, essential for good health. They are also a great source of easy-to-digest fibre. Don’t peel or cut the bananas until you’re just ready to assemble this dessert because they’ll turn brown quickly. Note

A north African stew of white bean and lentil tagine from Australian Women's Weekly.

These bite-sized morsels of trout and pomelo salad are mouth-watering with hits of flavour from roasted peanut nam jim, fresh ginger, coconut and lime.

Tia Maria or dark crème de cacao can be substituted for Kahlua. Glass 180ml old-fashioned Note

Making your own pizza bases is not difficult and it’s rewarding, but, if time is short, buy the bases and use the topping ingredients we’ve suggested. Note

Japanese-style chicken and egg on rice is a savoury and satisfying dinner.

Place apples in acidulated water (cold water mixed with either vinegar or lemon juice) to prevent them from browning. Not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Ciabatta or sourdough bread are ideal to use for making breadcrumbs. You can make your own breadcrumbs at home using stale bread. Cut the crusts off, tear into small pieces and place in a food processor. Pulse until you get the size crumb you desire. If your bread isn’t stale, it’s important to dry it […]

Sweet and spicy, these stir-fried prawns on a pineapple and chilli salad make a stunning starter or lovely light lunch.

You need 1 medium fresh corn cob, weighing about 125 grams after being trimmed. You can cook more than 1 fritter at a time, but don’t overcrowd the pan. Note

Cheesy caraway toasts make a piquant side for this healthy, nourishing carrot and lentil soup.

Recipe is best made just before serving. Note

A delicious baked pasta dish of chicken penne carbonara with crispy crumbs to keep the whole family happy.

Fast and fresh is what most of us are looking for in a mid-week dinner, this prawn spaghettini recipe is fast, fresh, tasty and healthy. Winner.

This healthy Sichuan beef stir-fry stuffed full of vegetables, is tasty to eat and very quick cook.

Grilled zucchini with chermoulla dressing, a pungent Moroccan herb sauce.

The garlic toasts can be made a day ahead; store in an airtight container. Note

Fennel adds a fresh astringency to a savoury prawn risotto.

Store slice in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days. Note

You can also cook this recipe in a 180°C (160°C fan-forced) oven for about 2 hours. Freeze individual portions of cooled curry in airtight containers for up to 1 month. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating. Note

With a crunchy coconut topping, these fluffy banana muffins go perfectly with that morning or afternoon cuppa.

This pudding is also great served topped with fresh mango slices, instead of the banana, if you like. Sago is a grain often used in puddings and desserts; it is available from some supermarkets and most health-food stores.

For variations on the filling, use a combination of smoked salmon (or crab meat or prawns) with cucumber, avocado and pickled vegetables. Sushi seasoning is a mixture of rice vinegar, sugar and salt; it is available in bottles from Asian food stores and the Asian food section of supermarkets.

If you can’t find dried pineapple you can use the same amount of finely chopped dried apricot instead. Note

This crumble goes well with custard. Note

Balsamic white vinegar 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

Moist, fresh and earthy, this cake owes all of its finer points to the inclusion of the beetroot.

The kids will love these delightful teddy bear biscuits. You can experiment with different coloured smarties to have a variety of coloured noses, if you like.

serving per person for each of the five food groups 1½ serves vegetables;1 serve grain foods; 1 serve lean meat and bean foods. Note

With hints of cardamom and orange, this rustic cake is delicious for a winter afternoon tea or dessert. Cardamom is one of the world's most expensive spices; it has a distinctive aromatic, sweetly rich flavour and is widely available.

Serve up this winter warming mixed mushroom risotto for dinner tonight. It's full of flavour and perfect if you're after a vegetarian meal that will be more than substantial.

Sweet, sticky and delicious deep-south finger-lickin' wings from Australian Women's Weekly.

You can also make the pastry using a food processor. Process flour and butter until crumbly; with motor operating, add the water and process until ingredients cling together. Or, you can buy ready-made frozen shortcrust pastry. Take leftover quiche to work the next day for lunch. It is great served either cold or warm. Note

Recipe is suitable to freeze. You can use dried cannellini, haricot, navy or butter beans for this recipe. Note

A classic cocktail, this timeless combination of tequila and lime will take you to Mexico with every sip.

There's something divine about the tanginess of lemon curd coupled with freshly made pikelets. Easy to make, they're the ideal mid-morning or afternoon snack.

Creamy rosemary risotto with roasted pumpkin, spinach and grated parmesan.

Serve with seafood or chicken. Note

Healthy and hearty tomato & borlotti soup from Australian Women's Weekly.

We used a thick, caramel-flavoured ice-cream topping in this recipe. Note

These teeny tiramisu cupcake towers are not only adorable, but a delightful option for dessert!

Loaded with ginger, chilli and herbs, these sticky beef patties with Chinese broccoli make a delicious meal served with steamed rice.

Drain the morello sour cherries and reserve the syrup for use in the recipe. Note

We used whiting in this recipe. This recipe goes well with low-fat natural yoghurt and lemon wedges. Note

Make these exquisite veal goulash pies to impress your friends and family.

You can also make this salad with leftover barbecued chicken. Note

This colourful, tasty salad makes a perfect side dish for a summer barbecue.

This colourful vegetarian paella strays slightly from the traditional form, but is well worth the adaptation.

Rich and fragrant Thai pork curry with pickled snake beans from Australian Women's Weekly.

Sometimes nicknamed “yuppie Vegemite”, this classic Provençal preparation is used as a dip for raw vegetables, spread on bread and pizza, and served with fish and meats. Note

Crispy and delicious chicken and ham patties that are great in burgers or for a snack.

OK these can be a little fiddly, but we've used ready made wonton wrappers here so that makes things a little easier, and just as delicious. Your guests will be impressed!

This spectacular dish is surprisingly simple, it's a great dish to serve up for a night of relaxed entertaining.

These crunchy Italian treats are perfect with hot espresso coffee.

Suitable to freeze. Note

This delicious recipe uses orecchiette, a traditional pasta from southern Italy's Puglia region, where it is made from semolina, and is served with oil, sausage and leafy greens.

Make your own hand-cut garlic and herb wedges from Australian Women's Weekly.

Drizzled in sweet passionfruit icing, this delectable tart is perfect with a morning or afternoon cup of tea.