Less than 15 minutes

Simple is best when it comes to a refreshing summer dessert, as proven in this lovely dish of juicy orange-infused strawberries, mint and crème fraîche.

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

Delicate and light as air, these puffs are filled with lemon cream, glazed with lemon and topped with candied lemon. Altogether delectable.

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

Filled sponges are best eaten the day they are made. Note

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

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. […]

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

This quick and easy pasta dish combines delicate smoked salmon, fresh fennel, dill and cream to create a flavour explosion that the whole family will love.

Serve with lemon wedges. Note

There's nothing yummier than wiping up the last juices from garlic and chilli prawn with a slice of fresh, crusty bread.

Fast and easy stir-fried vegetables with chilli and cashew nuts.

We used cannellini beans in this recipe but you could use any white bean you like. The lemon juice and zest add a delightfully fresh note to this moreish dip.

You can add grated lemon rind to the parmesan crumbs to add extra zest to these lamb cutlets if you like.

Singapore chilli crab is this island nation's unofficial national dish and, like Singapore itself, is an amalgam of the best of its Malaysian, Indian and Chinese past.

Dill yoghurt dressing is the perfect accompaniment to this delicate poached trout.

This delicious creamy cocktail is a good seasonal alternative to egg nog if you like something lighter in texture.

Use the best fish stock you can get for this recipe as the flavour relies on a good stock. Note

Make sure you use prepared white horseradish in the dressing and not the blended condiment sold by the name of horseradish cream. Note

Make the lime and mint granita at the last minute ­ it will melt quickly if left waiting. Cut the top and bottom off each orange and grapefruit, cut down the side following the curve of the fruit, to remove the rind and white pith. Segment the fruit over a plate or bowl, cutting between […]

This delicious pork and vegetable soup is packed full of goodness and beautiful Japanese flavours that will leave you wanting more. The tender meat and noodles work perfectly together in this healthy Winter dish.

Ruby red grapefruit juice gives this drink a beautiful blush colour.

Mint and orange combine to flavour this amazing glazed tropical fruit salad. If you like, serve with a dollop of creamy coconut ice-cream for an indulgent summer treat.

You can drizzle each fig with a little vincotto or aged balsamic vinegar before grilling to add a piquancy to the finished dish.

Put the kettle on and enjoy a slice of this deliciously moist chocolate and hazelnut roll filled with coffee cream.

There's nothing more refreshing than a long, cool glass of spritzer when you're parched. This zesty lime and mint spritzer will revive you.

Crispy wonton wrappers make a great base for all kinds of toppings, here we've used smoked trout and horseradish.

Piquant and full of fresh flavours, salsa verde turns these mini-toasts topped with sliced steak into a fabulous cocktail party platter.

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Salted capers are a good choice for this delicious salmon with lemon and caper butter as the texture holds up beautifully when finely chopped. Serve with a peppery watercress salad on the side.

These rich and boozy dark chocolate truffles are rudely rich and delicious. They make a perfect after dinner treat, just for when you thought you couldn't eat another bite.

Broad beans are also known as fava beans. They are high in fibre and a good source of vitamin C and folate. This recipe is delicious, and would also be excellent with a good squeeze of lemon on top.

Super simple and seriously zesty, this lemon and lime rice salad makes an excellent side dish for lunch or dinner.

A fragrant and fresh Vietnamese coleslaw with a sweet and sour lime dressing.

We all love a bit of yin and yang in our lives, and our cooking. Sure, caramel isn't the healthiest thing on earth, but accompanied with these fruit skewers the result is absolutely irresistible.

These adorable wedding cake cookies make great party favours for guests, or as a sweet treat for a wedding shower.

We used gourmet country-style beef sausages in this recipe. Note

Patties can be prepared several hours ahead. Keep covered in the refrigerator. Cook as required. Note

Frozen yoghurt can be made up to 3 days ahead; keep tightly covered with foil in the freezer. Note

Fast and fresh, this pork and green bean noodle stir fry is a great mid-week dinner recipe.

A sophisticated and elegant dish that can be served as a starter or as a very light lunch or main.

You can trim the ice-cream slice to fit the lamington, if you prefer. Note

Home-made wontons are surprisingly easy to make, and entirely worth it for the freshness of the flavours.

For a more intense flavour, marinate the lamb 1 hour. Note

While your perfectly cooked steak is resting to its tender conclusion, quickly throw together this fried tomato and chilli sauce to go with. A side order of greens and you have a complete, healthy and low carb meal.

Teaming sweet flavours with salt is not a new discovery, but in recent years the combination of salt and caramel has worked its way from the culinary elite to mainstream tastes. And a good thing, too.

Tuna sold as sashimi has to meet stringent guidelines regarding its handling and treatment after leaving the water. Regardless, it is still probably a good idea to know your fishmonger quite well, or to seek advice from local authorities before eating any raw seafood. Note

Quick, easy and tasty, this stir-fried chicken with baby corn and noodles is everything you're looking for in a mid-week dinner recipe.

The chocolate and oil for the topping can be melted together in a microwave oven. Make topping just before serving ice-cream. Note

Cointreau would work well for the liqueur in this recipe, although if you want to keep it booze free, orange juice would also do. Either way, for the amount of time involved the result is deceptively fancy.

Suitable from 6 months Use ripe peaches for this puree, as under-ripe fruit will give a sour taste. Store, covered, in the fridge for up to 1 day. Puree is suitable to freeze, in 1-tablespoon portions in ice-cube trays, covered, for up to 1 month. Note

This sauce goes well with steamed Christmas pudding or fruit cake, chocolate pudding, or over ice-cream. Note

This beautiful dessert couldn't be more simple to make, and can be easily adapted for any of your favourite candy bars.

sesame dressing Perilla leaves, also known as shiso leaves, belong to the mint family and are available in green and purple-red varieties from Asian grocers. Use the leaves whole or shredded, as an ingredient or a condiment. You can use mint leaves instead. Note

Almond junket is an easy low-fat recipe that is a delicious alternative to jelly.

The hardest thing about this chocolate peanut cookie recipe is stopping yourself eating all the chocolate covered peanuts that are destined for the bowl.

You can use white balsamic vinegar instead of the champagne vinegar. Chervil is a delicately flavoured herb with anise overtones and a soft feathery texture. You can use coarsely chopped flat-leaf parsley instead. Note

We used corella pears for this recipe. You will need a bunch of watercress weighing about 350g in total to yield the leaves required for this salad. Note

Give your bubbles a little tropical twist with these delicious mango cocktails. Cheers!

One of the classic flavour combinations, sweet mild pear and fiery ginger make for a delicious biscuit.

If you prefer, substitute finely sliced zucchini or trimmed asparagus for the sprouts. Note

A traditional briki (small pot) is the best pot to use when making Greek coffee because it allows the proper amount of froth to form, which in turn adds to the unique taste.

Sweet and spiked with liqueur, you can offer Irish coffee in place of traditional dessert.

Full of flavour, colour and crunch, this Asian-inspired salad is a cinch to make and perfect for a speedy mid-week meal.

This summer fruit dish is so quick to put together, looks good and tastes great!

Reserve some of the fronds from the fennel before slicing and sprinkle over the pizzas to serve. You can use sour cream instead of crème fraîche.

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.

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.

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

Take the soft option with these delicious non-alcoholic drinks perfect for any time of day or night. Note

Oil will solidify on refrigeration; bring to room temperature before serving. Recipe best made 3 days ahead; can be refrigerated for up to 3 months. Note

This divine chocolate tart combines rich sweetness with salty crunch to create a flavour and texture sensation.

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.

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.

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

Grilled chicken with Thai-style pineapple, chilli and mint.

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