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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.

Chicken fillo pie

Chicken filo pie

This chicken filo pie makes a great centrepiece for a weekend lunch with friends, or a picnic in the park.
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beef dumpling soup

Easy Asian dumpling soup

Best made just before serving, this bright and fragrant soup with juicy beef dumplings is perfect for cold winter nights. Add some extra chilli if you like more heat.
spicy coconut and chicken curry

Spicy coconut and chicken curry

A quick, easy and spicy coconut and chicken curry that makes the perfect mid-week dinner, especially when you need something with a bit of kick.
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Ultimate trifle

This is the trifle to end all trifles, the recipe for the ultimate trifle. Sponge fingers, liqueur, raspberries, strawberries and a liqueur spiked mascarpone cream. Delicious.
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lamb kebabs

Lamb kebabs

Soak 12 bamboo skewers in water for at least an hour before using to prevent them from scorching during cooking. Note
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banana and passionfruit tarts

Banana and passionfruit tarts

Creamy custard, banana and sweet passionfruit are combined to make a delightful tropical dessert in these crisp miniature tarts.
pistachio praline

Pistachio praline

Praline, otherwise known as nut toffee, is a versatile confection and can be used in many ways, but it's hard to go past a sprinkle on top of a dish of ice-cream for delicious simplicity.
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NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER

New england clam chowder

Recipe is not suitable to freeze. If clams aren’t available, replace them with pipis. Fish stock can be used instead of vegetable stock. Note
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balsamic-roasted pumpkin and red quinoa salad

Balsamic-roasted pumpkin and red quinoa salad

Red quinoa (pronounced keen-wa), is the seed of a leafy plant similar to spinach. Quinoa is gluten-free and has a delicate, slightly nutty taste and chewy texture; it is available from health food stores and in the health food aisle at larger supermarkets. You could also use white quinoa. Rinse it well before boiling. To […]
ice-cream puffs

Ice-cream puffs

Sandwiched with strawberries and cream ice-cream and drizzled with icing, these light-as-air choux puffs are irresistible.
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APPLE ALMOND CAKE

Apple almond cake

This divine apple cake has a crunchy almond topping and goes beautifully with a morning or afternoon cuppa.
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florentine cupcakes

Florentine cupcakes

With a delicious almond, cherry and ginger topping drizzled with ganache, these chocolate cupcakes are fantastic for a special occasion.
Little zucchini with crisp crumbs

Little zucchini with crisp crumbs

Crumb mixture can be prepared several hours ahead. Cook zucchini just before serving. If zucchini flowers are not available, substitute small zucchini quartered lengthways. Note
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cherry almond tartlets

Cherry almond tartlets

Topped with a fresh, juicy cherry, these delicate little cherry almond tartlets make a sophisticated afternoon tea treat.
indian-spiced quinoa cakes with tomatoes

Indian-spiced quinoa cakes with tomatoes

Quinoa earns superfood status as it boasts an impressive nutritional profile. It has double the protein of rice and provides all of the essential amino acids ­ the building blocks of protein. Note
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HOT SAUCE

Hot sauce

Hot sauce is the perfect condiment to use if you want to add extra spice to your meal. Spoon a little hot sauce on enchiladas, tacos or even scrambled eggs.
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chocolate stout steamed pudding

Chocolate stout steamed pudding

Chocolate stout is available from bottle shops or online. You can swap it for a dark stout if you like. Make sure all fruit is chopped to the same size as the sultanas. Note
pea and pesto soup

Pea and pesto soup

There's no need to resort to fast food on a busy night when there are healthy recipes that are as fast and simple as this pea and pesto soup.
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oysters with pickled lemon

Oysters with pickled lemon

Oysters always make a wonderful starter or shared platter for parties, try serving up half natural and half dressed with our pickled lemon dressing.
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CHOCOLATE SPONGE

Chocolate sponge

Perfect for a special afternoon tea, this moist chocolate sponge is filled with whipped cream and topped with coffee icing.
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seasoned tuna steaks with tomato salad

Seasoned tuna steaks with tomato salad

No single category of nutrient has been more clearly determined to have anti-inflammatory health benefits than omega-3 fatty acids, and tuna is packed full of them.
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fish cutlets with mango salsa

Fish cutlets with mango salsa

This light, fresh fish dish is the perfect meal in warmer weather. The sweetness of mango with the zing of chilli makes it a delight.
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LAMB PIDE

Lamb pide

A traditional Turkish dish that is great for sharing with family and friends.
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CHOCOLATE CHEESECAKE CUPS

Chocolate cheesecake cups

Tia Maria and Kahlua are coffee- flavoured liqueurs. You can substitute your favourite liqueur, if preferred. Note
THREE-CHEESE CARBONARA

Three-cheese carbonara

Cheese lover? This recipe is absolutely the one for you. Flavoursome gorgonzola, nutty parmesan, and creamy bocconcini are Italian favourites and are calling your name!
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quick peking duck

Quick peking duck

It is easier to place all ingredients on a platter, so guests can assemble their own pancakes. The duck and pancakes (found in asian food stores) are best heated just before serving. Note
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deep-fried crisps

Deep-fried potato crisps

After experiencing the flavour and crunchiness of homemade crisps, you will never need to open another packet again. You can also use russet burbank or spunta potatoes for this recipe. Note
lamb rack with herb crust

Herb crusted lamb rack

These delicious herb-crusted lamb racks are brilliant served with kipfler potatoes and a green salad to create a gourmet dinner the whole family will love. Leaving the racks to rest for 10 minutes will guarantee a tender result.
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pretty cupcakes

Egg-and-dairy-free cupcakes

You can make these egg-and-dairy-free cupcakes in either vanilla or chocolate flavour, or if you're catering for many, make a batch of each.
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tomato tarts

Tomato tarts

These tarts are best made immediately before serving to prevent the pastry going soggy. You can pre-roast the tomatoes ahead of time, but don’t assemble the tarts until just before serving. Serve topped with chervil, if you like. Note
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caramel banana pinwheels

Caramel banana pinwheels

Did you know? Children need to eat mini-meals throughout the day. Most children can snack up to 5 or 6 times a day, thanks to their small stomach capacity and large appetites, providing them with a third to a half of their energy needs. Note
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jewelettes

Jewelettes

This colourful fruit and white chocolate slice makes the perfect Christmas gift.
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