You can replace the pork medallions with lean pork fillet. Use a vegetable peeler to slice the carrot lengthways into thin ribbons. The pork can be served warm or cold. Reheat the pork, covered, in a microwave oven on HIGH (100%) for about 1 minute. Note

Sumac is a purple-red, astringent spice ground from berries growing on shrubs around the Mediterranean; it has a tart, lemony flavour. It can be found in Middle-Eastern food stores and major supermarkets. Note

A rich and creamy red Thai-style curry from Australian Women's Weekly.

A rich, fragrant and warming slow-cooked lamb and eggplant curry that will melt in your mouth.

This delicious herb-marinated pork fillet is perfect enjoyed with a side salad, or some steamed veggies for a quick and tasty family dinner.

A quick, easy and flavour-packed Mexican beef stir-fry from Australian Women's Weekly.

Coulibiac is a Russian fish pie stuffed with spinach, rice and brown mushrooms.

Hearty and delicious dish of potato wedges with a spicy beef topping.

With a name that loosely translates as "top of the shelf", ras el hanout is a Moroccan blend of the best a spice merchant has to offer.

You could also add some coarsely chopped fresh coriander or finely chopped fresh chilli to the corn salsa. Couscous, the North African cereal made from semolina, lends an intriguing crunch to the coating on the chicken. Note

Guests can assemble their own tacos at the table. Note

Pork neck is a moist, tasty cut which pot-roasts really well. This is an easy way to cook; make sure the pan you use has a heavy base for even cooking and a tight-fitting lid. Note

A light and healthy Indian-style breakfast dish that packs a real flavour punch.

Chickpea flour (besan) is available from the health food aisle of supermarkets or health food stores. Note

An exquisite, slowcooked Greek-style dish with dill and lemon lamb shoulder.

Soak bamboo skewers in water for at least an hour before using to prevent them from scorching during cooking. Cut skewers to an appropriate size using scissors, if they are too long. Note

Golden, caramelised apples are the perfect topping for these light, fluffy pancakes. Drizzle with syrup and add a dollop of cream or ice-cream for a truly decadent dessert.

Late morning is a good time to serve this country breakfast, skipping lunch and going for a long afternoon walk before dinner.

This spiced coriander, lentil and barley soup is creamy, delicious and filling.

A healthy and filling vegetarian casserole packed full of flavour.

Aïoli can be made easily at home: Combine ½ cup whole-egg mayonnaise and 1 crushed garlic clove in a small bowl. Season to taste. Note

With a rich, tomato-based vegetarian filling and a bubbly, golden cheese topping , these buttermilk potato pancake rolls are our delicious take on Italian cannelloni.

A sweet, tangy and refreshing sorbetto that is perfect for a summer's evening.

We used blue-eye fillets in this recipe. Note

Ratatouille can be made a day ahead; store, covered, in the refrigerator. It is great on its own, or served with pasta. In a Provencale dialect, touiller means to stir and crush, thus the name ratatouille perfectly describes this rich vegetable stew. Note

Kick start you day with these satisfying, flavour-packed pancakes, or serve them up as a late-afternoon snack for the family. They'll be a hit with kids and adults alike.

Peri-peri (piri-piri) is a hot Portuguese sauce made of chilli, garlic, ginger, oil and herbs, and is available from supermarkets. You can also use pontiac potatoes for this recipe. Note

Did you know? Zucchini, also known as courgette, is a summer squash. Its colour ranges from dark green/black to pale green, green/grey and yellow. It’s an excellent source of vitamin C, fibre and folate. Note

Substitutes You can use other flavoured sausages such as pork and apple. This dish is a great way to use up your leftover vegetables. Try using carrot, swede, fennel, pumpkin and kohlrabi instead of the kumara. Note

You can use either red or green apples in this recipe. Note

frittata can be cooked on top of the stove, in a medium lightly oiled slightlysided frying pan, cook on low heat, uncovered, until almost set, then brown frittata under a preheated grill Frittata can be served hot or cold Note

Summer has a mango salad, but what about the colder months? This fresh and flavourful concoction will soon become your favourite autumnal and winter snack.

Lamb’s lettuce, also known as mâche or corn salad, is very popular in France. It has a mild, almost nutty flavour and dark green leaves. It is usually sold in 125g punnets, but the leaves probably weigh only about a quarter of that total. Note

Spiced chicken breasts with a flavourful blend of onions, tomatoes, capers, white wine and broad beans.

Some butchers sell a pork and veal mince mixture; you could buy 500g of this, if it’s available. Note

A French pastry of unknown origin whose modern form was influenced by Marie-Antoine Carême.

We used corn kernels from 2 large fresh corn cobs in this recipe, but you can use frozen (then thawed) kernels or well-drained canned kernels. Roast your own capsicum under the griller, or in the oven until the skin blisters and blackens, cover, cool, then remove skin before using. Or, buy roasted capsicum from a […]

A fish burger makes a delicious alternative to a beef burger. You can use white-fleshed fish, or even prawns, instead of the salmon for something different. Note

Any kind of dried beans can be substituted for canned beans, if preferred. Soak beans overnight. Boil until tender; drain. Use patience when spreading polenta into prepared pan; it tends to move and slip but can eventually be worked into corners of pan. Polenta can be made 1 day ahead to the refrigeration stage. Note

Plain (un-crumbed) chicken breast schnitzels are available from most supermarkets and some butchers and chicken shops. Chicken rolls can be prepared several hours ahead. Serve chicken rolls with salad or vegetables of your choice. Keep covered in the refrigerator and cook as required. Note

Use a fish such as snapper or perch. Note

Instant mash is a dried mashed potato mix reconstituted with boiling liquid to give a light buttery flavour. It is available from most supermarkets. Note

A healthy spinach and haloumi salad with packed full of scrumptious flavours and textures.

This traditional Spanish frittata combines salty chorizo and fresh veggies to create a flavour-packed dinner dish the whole family will love.

Made from fresh corn, these fritters, served with spinach, bacon and tomatoes, are also a great lunch dish or casual dinner. But for a late breakfast they can’t be beaten. For breakfast they should be cooked just before they’re served, but cold corn fritters are excellent picnic food, so make a few more than you […]

These delicious little Asian-style morsels are perfect tapas or cocktail food.

Delicious rich and hearty European goat and capsicum stew from Australian Women's Weekly.

Coq au vin is a traditional French dish of chicken braised in red wine, mushrooms, garlic and shallots.

Ask the butcher to cut the rib racks into pieces that will fit your slow cooker. Note

Daikon are large, long, white radishes that have a sweet, fresh flavour without the bite of the common red radish. Used extensively in Japanese cooking, daikon are also great eaten raw in salads, shredded for a garnish, or cooked in stir-fries. Note

Serve with a bowl of combined yoghurt and coarsely chopped fresh coriander, if desired. Note

Italian sausages are coarse pork sausages generally sold in plump links. They are usually flavoured with garlic and fennel seed or anise seed and come in two styles, hot (flavoured with thai red chilli) and sweet (without the added heat). They are available from speciality butchers and delicatessens. Note

The technique to split open and flatten quail so that it cooks quickly and evenly is called `butterflying’. Place quail, breast-side down, on a chopping board. Using poultry shears or kitchen scissors, cut down both sides of the backbone; discard the bone. Turn over, open out and press down on the breast plate to flatten […]

A super quick and easy pork sausage dish with crispy potatoes and cabbage for those busy midweek dinners.

A smooth and creamy pumpkin soup packed full of zest and spice and served with a dollop of cinnamon cream.

Tender pork fillet wrapped in sage and prosciutto and served with creamy potato mash and green beans.

Spice up your breakfast omelette with this popular Indian recipe.

Generally the meat filling and lettuce leaves are served separately; guests fill and roll their own lettuce leaves. Note

This is often the hottest dish on a restaurant menu - you may need milk or lassi (yogurt drink) to counteract the "chilli burn".

A Moroccan-style chicken stew packed full of almonds, raisins, ginger, cinnamon and white wine.

A quick and easy dish that brings together all the best Mediterranean flavours.

A moist and delicious Greek apple cake that is traditionally eaten for breakfast.

A healthy and delicious Moroccan lamb dish; Tfaya refers to the sweet and spicy caramelised onions and raisins.