Lamb

Have a ball!

There's nothing like filling the kitchen with the fragrant spices for which the countries of the Middle East are famous.

It's cheap to cook with, easy to whip up quickly and can be an extremely versatile addition to many dishes, but mince certainly doesn't need to be boring.

Make the most of the cooler months with our hearty slow-cooked stews, casseroles and curries.

Whether you want to celebrate St Patrick's Day like a true Irishman or are going all out with a green-hued feast, these recipes have you covered.

You've heard of okra, but how do you cook with it?

It's time to embrace our favourite traditional Australian recipes.

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From entrees to dessert

Sausages are one of our all-time favourite options when looking for a fast after-work dinner that'll please the whole family. Take a flick through for some creative ways to serve your bangers you may not have tried before.

Melt-in-the-mouth lamb backstraps are a versatile cut, perfect for everything from salads and stir-fries to barbecue meals.

Lamb cutlets are always a hit at the dinner table among both kids and adults alike but if you're looking to make your meat truly shine, these tasty recipes are for you! From a fiery chimichurri dish and Indian-inspired tandoori treats to sticky hoisin-marinated marvels, you'll have no shortage of ideas when it comes to serving up lamb cutlets at your next family dinner. So fire up the barbie and dig in!

Whether you're after traditional Lebanese cuisine or just want to add a touch of Middle Eastern flavours to your meals, this collection has it all. For a quick yet flavour-packed snack, try our recipes for a tasty fatteh or our stunning rose-infused figs. Filling dinners and delicious desserts are covered here, too. There's everything from classic lamb koftas and a couscous and tabouli salad to Lebanese semolina cookies and konafa. Dig in!

It may be a bit tricky to pick but trust us when we say that Irish cuisine is comfort food at its very best. With melt-in-your mouth beef and lamb dishes, beautiful breads and rich cakes, you're sure to be in for a warming, hearty and nourishing meal every time. And this wouldn't be an Irish recipe collection without Ireland's most famous brew! Try our Guinness-marinated rump steak or beef and Guinness pies for dinner and then finish off with a traditional Irish coffee for dessert.

Mortar and pestle at the ready and go! First whip up our recipe for the mouth-watering Moroccan spice known as ras el hanout. Bulk grind it and keep it on hand because these flavour-packed Moroccan meals with thank you for it. Spice up your lamb shanks with the blend or use it in our hearty chickpea stew. There's also tantalising traditional recipes for everything from a tasty lamb tfaya and vegetable harira to our seafood tagine and bisteeya sticks. And if you're looking for a treat, try our sweet krachel rolls for morning tea.

There's nothing like filling the kitchen with the fragrant spices for which the countries of the Middle East are famous. Dinner dishes come alive thanks to mouth-watering flavours from sumac to za'atar while desserts are sweetened with a light touch of rose water and orange blossom. Here, we've pulled together our best meals that make the most of these sensational spices. There's everything from roasted eggplant with pomegranate molasses, a favourite ingredient in Iran, to konafa, a sweet cheese pastry popular in Lebanon. Dig in!

There's a reason Aussies love our lamb so much; it's a wonderfully rich and flavoursome meat that goes brilliantly in so many dishes. One of the easiest ways to cook with lamb is when it's minced, creating the perfect base for burgers, meatballs and pizza toppings. It's also often used in Middle Eastern and Greek dishes like pide, kofta and moussaka. Take a flick through our recipes for some inspiration for making your midweek mince dishes even more delicious.

Many of us love throwing together a tasty stir-fry after work. They're quick to prepare, inexpensive, and often very adaptable. One of the lesson common meats used in stir-fries is an Aussie favourite; lamb. And if you're more likely to go for beef or chicken strips, take a look through these recipes for a fun way to mix up your weekly menu. From our Indian-spiced lamb mince, to our tender Mongolian strips, lamb is a beautifully different addition to stir-fries that you'll love.

It's cheap to cook with, easy to whip up quickly and can be an extremely versatile addition to many dishes, but mince certainly doesn't need to be boring. Once you add your herbs, spices, veggies and carbohydrate of choice, it can be super healthy and flavoursome. To show you how you can include more mince in your healthy recipes, here is a selection of our favourite chicken, beef, lamb and pork recipes. We've also included some lean turkey mince options to cut down on fat and kilojoules. Dinner that's healthy and tasty? Tick!

Low, slow and delicious

As Aussies, you'd be hard-pressed to find a meat more celebrated than lamb, and it's not surprising why. This delicious meat is incredibly versatile, and can be enjoyed simply grilled on the barbecue with a sprinkle of fresh herbs, or incorporated into any dish you desire. We've gathered together our favourite lamb recipes, from slow-cooked pies and curries, to roasts, lamb burgers and Greek kebabs. There's also a few healthy salads for mid-week lunch ideas. Dig in!

Lamb shanks are one of the most irresistible meats when cooked well, and are best enjoyed falling off the bone and swimming in sauce. We've pulled together our favourite recipes, from Moroccan lamb shanks to curries, stews and a classic red wine number. Enjoy!