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These quick & easy recipes guarantee a great feed with minimal fuss, perfect if you don’t have the luxury of an empty day to cook up a storm.

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EASY ANTIPASTI

Easy antipasti

Antipasto means "before the meal" and is the traditional first course of a formal Italian meal.
ANANG LAMB CURRY

Panang lamb curry

Panang curry has a distinct peanut flavour; the addition of peanut butter helps to bring out the flavour when using a bought paste.
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honey bees

Honey bees

Sweet and fun honey bees on a stick; great for children's parties.
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quince tarte tartin

Quince tarte tartin

For a beautiful winter dessert, serve this ruby-red quince tart with scoops of vanilla ice-cream.
GRILLED PANCETTA OMELETTE

Grilled pancetta omelette

For the easiest brunch, lunch or light dinner, try this tasty omelette topped with grilled pancetta, zucchini and tomato.
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Caramel macadamia slice

Caramel macadamia slice

This classic caramel slice with the crunch of macadamias is perfect with that morning or afternoon cuppa.
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Photography by Dean Wilmot. Styling: Vicki Liley

Sparkling burgundy and cranberry punch

If you fancy something fruity but not sugary, then this sparkling burgundy and cranberry punch should tick all the boxes. You can control the sweetness levels by adding more or less sugar.
Photography by Anson Smart. Styling by David Morgan

Tea and rum punch

Fruity and minty, tea and rum punch is a classic lunchtime or afternoon cocktail.
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Photography by John-Paul Urizar. Styling by Kristen Wilson

Raspberry mint syrup

Homemade syrups and cordials are a great addition to your fridge or pantry, they can be used to make refreshing drinks, served neat over ice-cream or as the base for other fruit-based sauces.
Photography by Anson Smart. Styling by David Morgan

Pumpkin with balsamic and pine nuts

The great thing about using Japanese pumpkin for this pumpkin with balsamic and pine nuts recipe is that the skin is edible, so there's no need to waste time cutting it off. This makes a great side dish for a roast leg of lamb.
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Photography by John-Paul Urizar. Styling by Kristen Wilson

Tropical toasted muesli

There's more yummy goodness packed into this tropical toasted muesli than one jar should be able to hold. Crunchy, nutty and sweet in all the right proportions.
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chouquettes (sugar puffs)

Chouquettes (sugar puffs)

These puffs are best eaten soon after baking. Note
LEMON SALMON PATTIES ON TURKISH

Lemon salmon patties on turkish

Patties can be made a day ahead; cover, refrigerate. If you can’t find mizuna (Japanese mustard lettuce), use wild rocket or rocket instead. Note
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antipasto melt

Antipasto melt

Ready within 5 minutes, these easy grilled mini pizzas are delicious and make a perfect mid-week dinner.
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tropical muesli slice

Tropical fruit flapjacks

These flapjacks make a great snack for lunchboxes or to serve as morning tea. We used dried pineapple, papaya and mango in this recipe. You could also try chopped dates or figs.
prawn dumplings

Prawn dumplings

Plump prawn dumplings are delicious served with either soy, sesame or chilli dipping sauce.
crisp beef with gai lan

Crisp beef with gai lan

Loaded with greens and cabbage, this easy beef stir-fry makes a speedy week-night meal served with steamed rice.
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berry delicious

Berry delicious

Use any type or combination of berries you like. We used a combination of boysenberries, raspberries and cherries. Note
ORANGE AND RASPBERRY SELF-SAUCING PUDDING

Orange and raspberry self-saucing pudding

If cooking in a conventional oven, grease 1.5-litre (6-cup) ovenproof dish. Bake, uncovered, in moderately hot oven about 20 minutes. This recipe is best made close to serving. This quick and easy version of the classic recipe does not require pots or pans, so it’s the perfect dessert for pudding lovers with no time to […]
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daisy mints

Daisy mints

If you don’t have a candy thermometer, boil the syrup until it’s thick with heavy bubbles. Remove from heat, let bubbles subside, then reassess the thickness of the syrup. Note
Vegetable soup

Vegetable soup

Chicken stock can be substituted for dashi. You can add 100g tofu or 150g minced pork or chicken for a more substantial soup. Note
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pork loin with apple sauce

Pork loin with apple sauce

Slice this delicious pork loin thickly and serve with roasted vegetables; there'll be no complaints. To make sure the crackling maintains its crunchy deliciousness, don't cover it too tightly when resting the meat.
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coffee caramel cakes

Coffee caramel cakes

Coffee caramel cupcakes piled high with delicious coffee cream, thanks to rich jersey caramels.
oysters with mango and chilli

Oysters with mango and chilli

Rinsing and drying the shells will remove the natural salty oyster juices. You may wish to keep them as this is what gives oysters their distinct taste. Simply scrape between the oyster and the shell with a small knife, which loosens the oyster and makes it easier to eat. Note
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chickpeas in spicy tomato sauce

Chickpeas in spicy tomato sauce

cost-cutter Chickpeas are a major source of protein in cultures either predominantly vegetarian or where meat is considered a luxury item. Used in so many of our favourite dishes (think hummus and salsa), chickpeas can be soaked, parboiled then frozen in user-friendly amounts, ready to go when your menu dictates. One cup of dried chickpeas […]
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lemon cream puffs

Lemon cream puffs

Delicate and light as air, these puffs are filled with lemon cream, glazed with lemon and topped with candied lemon. Altogether delectable.
krachel (sweet moroccan rolls)

Krachel (sweet moroccan rolls)

Krachel are sweet, fragrant rolls flavoured with anise seeds, sesame seeds and orange flower water. They are perfect served warm, with butter, for morning or afternoon tea.
Chicken sofrito

Chicken sofrito

Grilled chicken in sofrito, a traditional Spanish sauce of tomato, chilli and garlic.
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Italian blt

Italian blt

For a vegetarian alternative replace the pancetta with slices of grilled eggplant or sweet potato. Note
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Banana custard

Banana custard

An Australian/Kiwi twist to pouring custard. Banana custard also makes a great quick pie, just fill a ready-to-go pie case and top with sweetened whipped cream.
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QUAIL EGGS with Dukkah

Quail eggs with dukkah

Served on a bed of sea salt and fresh sprigs of chervil, these soft-boiled quail eggs are perfect for a cocktail party.
indian-spiced baby bream

Indian-spiced baby bream

This dish goes well with steamed basmati rice, sprinkled with fresh coriander sprigs. Banana leaves are sold in bundles in Asian food shops, greengrocers and supermarkets. Foil can be used if banana leaves are unavailable. Note
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beef & stilton pies

Beef and stilton pies

Any beef cut suitable for stewing can be used for the pie filling: gravy beef, skirt, blade or chuck steak. These cute little beef and stilton pies make excellent finger food.
TUNA AND BEAN SALAD

Tuna and bean salad

You could add a handful of olives to give this delicious Mediterranean-style salad a piquant boost.
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apricot and coconut muesli

Apricot and coconut muesli

This recipe makes enough for 6 servings of muesli (⅓ cup per serving); you can always make a larger batch and keep it in an airtight container in the fridge. If you can’t get the small tub of diced apricots, use the same amount of drained canned apricots in natural juice and chop them yourself. […]
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flower salad

Flower salad

Experiment with a variety of seasonal flowers and greens. Mix mild greens with a garnish of stronger-tasting flowers and vice versa. Suggested flowers include violas, calendula, culinary herb flowers, pineapple sage, dianthus, day lilies and roses. If the flowers are large, use only their petals. Note
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MICROWAVE CHOCOLATE HAZELNUT CAKE

Microwave chocolate hazelnut cake

A moist and delicious microwavable cake that tastes every bit as good as an oven baked one. This cake is best made on the day of serving, which is fine because it's just so easy! You're welcome.
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tuna and egg briks

Tuna and egg briks

Briks are a Tunisian dish. Egg and tuna is the classic filling but you can also use minced (ground) lamb or beef, cheese and other herbs.
thai salad

Thai salad

Fragrant, refreshing and zingy Thai salad from Australian Women's Weekly.
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lemon poppy seed biscuits

Lemon poppy seed biscuits

We used a store-bought lemon curd in this recipe. Biscuits can be made a day ahead; they are best filled on the day of serving. Note
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