Quick & Easy

This delicious and simple mash can be whipped up in no time at all.

Polenta tends to become firmer as it stands; stir in a little extra boiling water if you prefer a softer texture. Note

This recipe is not suitable to freeze. Note

Goes well with rumaki crab dip Note

Chicken and anything it is marinated in needs to be fully cooked to rid it of harmful bacteria. Wash any kitchen equipment that comes in contact with raw chicken thoroughly with warm soapy water. Chicken thighs are delicious, but are often overlooked in favour of breast fillets. The thigh is full of flavour and will […]

This recipe is also nut-free and gluten-free Note

Mini versions of an old classic dessert that are perfect for individual serving.

Light and summery dish of pan-fried pork with a sweet and spicy pineapple and cucumber salsa.

A Western-influenced Japanese rice dish with prawn and fish in a creamy sauce.

This recipe is not suitable to freeze. Note

his sensuous curves are easily achieved with simple savarin pans Cut half of one cake in half at an angle without cutting through the base; reserve for the snake’s head. Position butter cream-covered cakes on cake board, with the snake’s head peeking through. Cut even-sized diamond shapes from Roll-ups using kitchen scissors. Place diamond-shaped Roll-ups […]

Granita made from the musky, fresh-grape muscat grape with figs and a sweet honey and fennel syrup

Serve the pears and syrup with thick yoghurt or whipped thickened (heavy) cream. Note

Always check the manufacturer’s instructions before using a pressure cooker. Note

Oozy and delicious Italian-style risotto packed full of pork, pine nuts, cointreau and lemon thyme.

You need 24 witlof leaves for this recipe. Note

A light and delicate salad with smoked chicken, cranberry, pear and pecan nuts.

Gruyère is a hard-rind Swiss cheese with small holes and a nutty, slightly salty, flavour. It is a popular cheese for soufflés as it melts easily. Like a traditional soufflé, this soufflé omelette should be eaten straight away to prevent it sinking. Note

Cute little mini quiches that pack a huge blue cheese punch.

These golden mushroom fillo triangles are the perfect cocktail party snacks.

Oil needs to be added slowly to prevent mixture separating. Should the mixture separate, whisk in two tablespoons of hot water. Note

Tender lamb backstraps with a spiced shiitake mushroom crust and a crunchy Asian salad.

Soak 10 bamboo skewers in cold water for an hour before use to prevent them splintering or scorching during cooking. Note

Frittatas can be eaten cold or warm. Store frittatas, in an airtight container, in the refrigerator for up to three days. Note

We used bream fillets here, but you can use any firm white fish fillet, such as perch, blue-eye or ling, if you prefer. Note

The rolls are suitable to freeze at the end of step 2 for up to 2 weeks. Thaw in the refrigerator then cut into slices. Note

The cucumber can be sliced with a vegetable peeler for even, thin slices. Note

A rich and warming casserole that is perfect for cold winter nights.

You need a medium piping bag fitted with a 2cm fluted tube. Note

Goujons are small strips of fish or chicken, coated in breadcrumbs and deep-fried.

It seems a strange combination but, trust us, it's good. The salty crunch of the popcorn is great with the tang of the citrus and pomegranate and the mustard flavour of the radish and it also looks striking on the table.

Use light coconut cream, if you prefer. Note

This 15 minute dinner uses only 5 ingredients for a hearty dish that's on the table, fast.

Regular pappadums can be substituted for ready-to-eat mini pappadums, if preferred. Break into quarters; shallow-fry. Note

If you don’t have three patty pan trays, just wash, grease and flour the pan again, and continue using until all the mixture is baked. Note

Using a slowcooker takes this delicious Italian meatball and pasta dish to the next level.

12-hole (¹/³-cup/80ml)standard muffin pan 11 purple standard muffin paper cases 7cm (2¾-inch) round fluted cutter 3.5cm (1½-inch) round cutter 40cm x 50cm (16-inch x20-inch) rectangular cake board (page 68) You’ll have 1 cup of the cake mixture left over; use to make extra cakes for the party. Use any themed scrapbooking stickers you like. Note

Raita translates as yogurt, and when seasoned with vegetables, fruits or spices, it makes a wonderful cooling accompaniment to fiery curries. Leaving raitas to stand 30 minutes before serving allows their flavours to blend more intensely. Note

For a refreshing summer cocktail, serve plum granita in martini glasses topped with sparkling wine Note

You will need about 7 passionfruit for this recipe. You can also pulse the passionfruit juice in a food processor for 1 second, before straining, this will help break the juice sacs and give you more passionfruit juice. Note

You could set out a platter of sliced chicken, bowl of salad with serving tongs and stack of tortillas for everyone to assemble their own great food-to-go. Note

Chicken can be cooked, cooled and refrigerated the day before. Note

You will need 1kg rockmelon and about 2 passionfruit for this recipe. Note

Pan-fried chicken with an aromatic and flavoursome cranberry and pine nut pilaf.

Fresh, fragrant and flavourful in every mouthful.

This mochacino mud cake is cleverly disguised as a delicious chococolate-infused coffee underneath whipped cream and beautiful latte art!

The crunchy sesame seed crust on the tuna gives a nutty aroma while leaving the tuna rare. Note

A light, bright and healthy bean salad for a yummy summer lunch.

Meatballs simmered in a sweet and sour sauce are the ultimate comfort food.

Delicious and authentic Italian-style rigatoni with spicy pork sausages from Australian Women's Weekly.

Italian-style slow-cooked osso bucco that will melt in your mouth.

Bring out this tree with the coffee, suggesting to your guests that they snap off bits of the branches. Or, for an impressive gift, wrap the whole tree in cellophane and deliver it on the day. Drop teaspoonfuls of chocolate mixture along all the crosses to make branches. Note

Moroccan-smoked trout and chickpea wrap for a quick and healthy snack on the go.

Simple, quick yet luxurious pan-fried liver from Australian Women's Weekly.

Eggs contain 11 essential vitamins and minerals and are choc-full of protein. While egg allergy is one of the most common allergies in children, researchers from the University of Melbourne have found that introducing eggs early is thought to provide protection. Note

Equipment; 30cm (12-inch) square cake board 12 yellow mini paper cases If using butter cream instead of the strawberry frosting, you will need one quantity of butter cream tinted pink. Note

Stand nut rolls, upright in tins, on oven tray The tin needs to be coated thickly with melted butter so the roll won’t stick to the inside of the tin. Don’t use cooking-oil spray, as this doesn’t give a good enough coating and the roll will stick and be hard to turn out. Serve nut […]

A Greek New Year’s cake called vasilopita, this recipe is traditionally made with a single coin baked into it, legend having it that the person who is served the slice containing the coin will have good luck in the coming year. This cake can be baked in a deep 19cm-square cake pan. Mix and match […]

A cheesecake pan is similar to a texas muffin pan, only the base is removable. Note

Serve mini baked ricottas warm or cold. Recipe can be made a day ahead, store, covered, in the refrigerator. Note

Lamb’s lettuce is also known as mâche or corn salad ­ it has a mild, almost nutty flavour and tender, narrow, dark-green leaves. Note

This mouth-watering salad is full of contrasting flavours and textures, from creamy cheese to crunchy nuts.