This easy, delicious meal is a fabulous way to enjoy fish.

Fragrant and flavour-packed Moroccan chicken with couscous, raisins, apricots and mint.

The rich, earthy flavour of field mushrooms and the light, green taste of grilled asparagus are very different, but both pair beautifully with this anchovy dressing.

Use sashimi quality tuna; the loin is the best cut for this recipe. A non-stick pan is best to use for cooking the tuna. Don’t overcook the tuna, it should be rare. Make-ahead tips 8 hours Make filling; cover, refrigerate. Note

Pop the kettle on and treat yourself to a thick, buttered slice of moist banana walnut bread.

Red capsicum dip is nutritious, tastes great and is very easy to make. Here, we've given you a spiced up Moroccan version. Serve dip with crusty bread; we used toasted pitta bread.

Bollito misto, which translates as "boiled mixed meats", is a traditional North Italian dish served on New Year's Eve and other special occasions.

Satay originated in Indonesia, and today features prominently in Indonesian, Malaysian, Thai, Vietnamese, Chinese and African cuisines. This satay recipe is quick and deceptively simple, requiring few ingredients and minimal preparation and cooking time.

This refreshing, punchy noodle salad makes the perfect healthy lunch or dinner.

Topped with candied carrot, this cardamom-infused fruit salad is magnificent served with thick Greek yoghurt.

Lemon balm tea is available from health food shops. Note

Here is a classic Asian dish that works every time; steaming will give you a soft, moist and tender flesh that slides right off the bone. Go heavy or light on the chilli, depending on your personal heat threshold.

This creamy chicken and broccolini tagliatelle recipe is perfect for a quick and delicious mid-week dinner.

Originally from the Spanish region of Andalusia, gazpacho is a soup made from raw blended vegetables. We've grilled the tomato and capsicum here for a more intense flavour. Serve chilled, with parmesan croutons.

This decadent chocolate-orange slice is heavenly with a cup of hot espresso coffee.

Once filled, the choux will soften, so assemble 1-2 hours before eating. Note

Apple, celery and pork are a classic, mouth-watering trio in this easy dish.

Cream mixture must be cooled 5 minutes before adding chocolate to avoid the chocolate “seizing”, that is, becoming grainy and firm and having the appearance of a dull paste. Note

Lend a bit of colour to your plate, and a spring to your step, with this healthy and delicious recipe for tamari, lime and sesame vegetables.

The tart cases we used were bought frozen and unbaked; they come ready-to-bake in foil cases and measure 6.5cm in diameter. They are available from supermarkets. Tartlets can be made a day ahead, keep refrigerated.

LSA is a mixture of ground linseeds, sunflower seed kernels and almonds; available in health-food shops or the health-food section in supermarkets.

Prepare the couscous and cook the beans and peas the day before the picnic. Plunging the barely cooked beans and peas into a bowl of iced water will instantly stop the cooking and will hold the colour better than rinsing them under cold water. Drain them well then wrap in paper towel and store in the fridge. Assemble the salad on the morning of the picnic.

This baked ricotta is perfect for picnics, just cover with chilli and parmesan and bake it that morning.

A bright and colourful zucchini, eggplant and bean salad to lighten up your lunches and dinners.

You need approximately eight limes for this recipe. Note

This beautiful risotto is effortless yet brimming with flavour.

This beautiful looking terrine is a feast for both the eyes and the taste buds. The spinach and walnut pesto finishes off the dish perfectly; serve as a starter, or accompanied with a salad for a light lunch.

These romantic cupcakes are ideal for an engagement party or baby shower.

This is a great alcohol-free drink to offer guests, but you could replace the mineral water and lemonade with champagne if you want to make a punch with punch.

Using thigh cutlets in this way rather than the whole bird shortens the roasting time. The thigh is also the most succulent and flavoursome part of the chicken.

These pizza bases measure around 20 x 30cm and are available from the bakery section of your supermarket. If unavailable use shortcrust pastry. Parboil potatoes by cooking them whole in a saucepan of simmering water for about 5 minutes, until just tender. Note

This saucy chicken casserole is fantastic served with steamed rice and a green salad.

Finger-lickin' delicious when eaten straight off the grill.

EQUIPMENT 12 plain white paper cases texture-embossing mat 7cm (2¾-inch) round cutter new large soft-bristled brush Ensure you have enough cakes for all the guests. If you like, choose a few different cake recipes, so you get a variety of cakes. The ganache and ready-made icing covering will keep the cakes fresh for a few […]

Cherries, pecans and brandy go together beautifully in these popular little cakes.

Fast and easy barbecued chicken pizza - perfect for children's lunches.

These popular little cakes make a lovely afternoon treat served with yoghurt.

These preserved citrus fruits are great to use as a base for a whole range of desserts dishes such as pies, puddings, cakes and crumbles.

Perfect for a filling morning tea, afternoon tea or lunch box treat, these cheesy zucchini and leek muffins are tasty and delicious.

This is a simple Japanese dipping sauce recipe that is versatile and delicious.

Serve boiled eggs sprinkled with chive or lemon salt as an alternative to dukkah. Dukkah is an Egyptian spice blend made of roasted nuts and aromatic spices. It is available from Middle- Eastern food stores, specialty spice stores and most major supermarkets. Note

The bright, sharp colours and flavours of this chickpea, tomato and capsicum salad are complemented by the red wine and lemon juice dressing.

Delicious and colourful beetroot and carrot salad with goat's cheese twists from Australian Women's Weekly.

Perfect for a picnic or casual lunch, these freeform spinach and ricotta pies are easy to make and delicious either hot or cold.

A lip-smackingly good Asian-style braised sweet ginger duck from Australian Women's Weekly,

Preserve your own bottle tomatoes with this recipe from Australian Women's Weekly.

The hash browns can be made a day ahead; reheat just before serving. The recipe is best completed close to serving. Note

Salad is best prepared as required. Note

Wear a pair of rubber gloves when you handle the cooked beetroot to avoid staining your hands. Note

This colourful breakfast dish is perfect for a lazy weekend.

Delicious tomato and mushroom calzone; a great sharing dish for family and friends.

Completed cookies can be made up to 4 weeks ahead; store at room temperature in an airtight container. Note

These mango cremes are quick and easy to make and you can pop them in the fridge early in the day, ready for dessert later in the evening. You could serve them with berries for an extra splash of colour, if you like.

Fresh and fragrant tomato and saffron fish pies from Australian Women's Weekly.

This Indian spiced lamb dish goes beautifully alongside the fresh bean salad. Be sure to bamboo skewers for 30 minutes before use to prevent them scorching during cooking.

An elegant dish to bake for an afternoon tea with friends, or a light dessert on a summer's eve. Serve with a little cream if you like.

Serve up this delicious Mediterranean style bruschetta at your next gathering. Haloumi is a cheese that just begs to be grilled, and combined with tomatoes, basil and capers it is out of this world.

Chlorophyll is the chemo-protein that gives plants their green color. Humans get it from leafy green vegetables, such as broccoli, lettuce, cabbage, and spinach. We have used celery stalks and flat leaf parsley. Note

Onion & spinach pakoras, also called pakodi, are fried snacks originating in India and are found across South Asia served here with a deliciously cooling cucumber raita.

The perfect alternative to the ever-predictable round of brie cheese. Baked chilli and oregano fetta is melt in the mouth and bursting with flavor.

Crunchy fresh pita crisps make a great shared party platter when paired with a freshly made dip, like this butter bean concoction.

This leek and saffron sauce goes beautifully with fish and also as an accompaniment to grilled chicken breasts; pan-fried pork cutlets and steamed greens, such as asparagus and broccoli.

The stew is best made just before serving. If you want to freeze it, cook it up until the end of step 2. Add the mushrooms after reheating thawed stew. Note

Using fresh coconut for sweet dishes like this will enhance the flavour immeasurably, and you'll find many greengrocers and supermarkets now sell plastic bags of shredded or grated fresh coconut in the Asian ingredient section.

Sticky and delicious Chinese chicken wings that are quick and easy to make.

Rich and warmly spiced, this baked cheesecake with fig and orange makes an excellent dessert or mid-afternoon treat.

This quick and tasty pasta dish is perfect for a mid-week family dinner. Wholemeal pasta is delicately tossed through a fragrant tomato, cauliflower and olive sauce to create this deliciously healthy dinner.

Ocean trout is a tender and tasty addition to a salad - especially if you're over salmon. Together with sweet pear, crunchy seared vegetables and cashews, this salad has it all.

Sprinkled with fresh basil and sea salt, this crisp artichoke and prosciutto tart is simply mouth-watering.

Smoky with sumac and tahini, this spiced chickpea and yogurt dip is surprisingly easy to make, and entirely delicious.

The lobster meat in the tail is the sweetest and most delicately flavoured. Enjoy this decadent salad.

A delicious finger sandwich for your next gathering.

Nasi goreng seasoning mix is available from Asian grocery stores and the Asian section of large supermarkets. Note

We love a good sausage roll recipe at the Weekly, so we thought we'd give the classic sausage roll a spin and create this delicious version using chicken mince instead!

A fresh and tasty meal that is ready in no time.

Delicious and fun homemade cheeseburgers that the whole family will love.