Women’s Weekly Vintage Edition: Ginger sponge
If you're looking for something a little different to serve up for afternoon tea, you can't go past this ginger sponge. It's like a lighter, fluffier gingerbread, oozing with cream... Yum!
Women’s Weekly Vintage Edition: Lemon meringue pie
Is there anything tastier than a slice of lemon meringue pie? Tart lemon filling, sweet, crispy meringue and a buttery biscuit base combine to deliver a truly delicious dessert.
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20 vegetarian haloumi recipes
What did the cheese say when it saw itself in the mirror? Haloumi! Sorry... Luckily, these incredible vegetarian haloumi recipes are a lot better than that joke; with gorgeously dense pides, light and flavoursome salads and moreish pasta dishes to choose from, you'll never be stuck for inspiration for your favourite cheese again. First up for us? Has to be those mouth-watering harissa haloumi burgers. BBQ, anyone?
Thai lamb and noodle stir-fry
This quick and tasty lamb and noodle stir-fry is packed full of goodness and beautiful Thai flavours. This delicious Asian dish makes a great mid-week family dinner.
Satay tofu and eggplant
Quick and tasty, this flavoursome satay tofu and eggplant stir-fry is packed full of goodness. It can be ready in no time at all for delicious weeknight dinner.
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19 incredibly easy risotto recipes
Risotto is one of those dishes that sounds a lot trickier to make than it actually is. But if you give it your full attention for half an hour, you can have a hearty, warming dish on the table in next to no time at all. Plus, it's a great make-ahead meal; cook up a big pot on Sunday afternoon, and you've got lunches made for the coming week. Delve into the world of easy risotto recipes with this delicious collection!
Almond energy bar
Give yourself a kick-start to the day with these super tasty almond energy bars, made with the goodness of oats, coconut and nuts. It'll keep you sustained throughout the day to prevent mindless snacking.
Kabak Mucver (zucchini fritters) with yoghurt sauce
These tasty zucchini fritters are beautifully light and crispy, and go perfectly with a fresh yoghurt sauce. Travis Harvey, head chef at OzHarvest, proves that good food can be made easily using ingredients that are often tossed aside.
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Healthy vegetable fritter recipes you need to fry
The mouth-watering aroma of a frying pan full of hot, healthy, sizzling fritters will bring everyone running to the table, and for good reason. Packed full of vegies and utterly satisfying, they can be enjoyed at any time of day, for any meal; serve with a tangy yoghurt dressing for lunch, a light salad for dinner, or outside in the sun with hot coffee for a treat-yourself Sunday breakfast. And the best part? They're ready to eat in no time at all.
9 easy-peasy pasta recipes
It's fairly safe to assume that everyone has at least one bag of dried pasta in their kitchen cupboard, and for good reason; pasta is one of those ingredients that can transform in to a hearty, comforting dish at a moment's notice. And if you're looking for some inspiration to take your dinner staple to the next level, these amazingly tasty pasta recipes will do the trick.
Amazing Mother’s Day lunch recipes for your mum
Mother's Day is the most important day of the year, and the perfect excuse to well and truly spoil our mums and shower them with the treats they more than deserve. So why not start in the kitchen? Whip up a scrumptious Mother's Day lunch for the most important woman in your life and lay on a gourmet spread that she won't be able to resist. Happy Mother's Day foodies!
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16 Australian kids’ birthday party food recipes
Everyone remembers going to Australian birthday parties; the chocolate crackles, the fairy bread, the sausage rolls, the lamingtons. So why not take a trip down memory lane and make your next bash an ode to birthday parties of yesteryear? Treat your guests to all of their childhood favourites; after all, who can resist a party pie or two?
20 deliciously easy vegetarian mushroom recipes
The world is your oyster (mushroom) when it comes to cooking with funghi; with so many types to choose from, and so many dishes they can be added to, you'll never get bored of this versatile veg. For a warming, comforting winter dish reach for a creamy mushroom risotto, or for a light and flavourful dinner, check out the free-form mushroom tart. And for a vegie alternative to beef wellington, whip up a batch of our mushroom version; you won't be disappointed.
7 easy desserts with three ingredients
Think desserts have to be a complicated, multi-step affair? Think again; these quick and simple sweet treats all use three ingredients! From impressively easy tarts to everyone's favourite after-dinner affogato, you're sure to be surprised at some of the delicious desserts you can whip up with few ingredients. Have a wander through these three-ingredient desserts and have a tasty treat ready in no time, and with no effort!
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11 breakfasts you should be eating for dinner
We're calling it: Brinner (breakfast for dinner) is the ultimate throw-together meal. So before you go reaching for the takeaway menu, reassess the pantry. Eggs? Why not a creamy eggs benedict, or hearty cheesy sausage bake? Loaf of crispy bread? Load it up for a gooey croque-monsieur, or use it to top nourishing baked beans and tomato pots. And why not whip up a stack of pancakes for dinner? They'll taste even better once the sun goes down.
Beef tagine with spinach and olives
Take your beef stew to the next level with this delicious beef, spinach and olive tagine.
Calamari spaghettini
Tender, perfectly cooked calamari is beautiful tossed through light spaghettini to create this divine seafood pasta dish. Cooked with a zesty sauce, it's perfect for light dinner any time of year.
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Chocolate surprise Easter buns
This sweet and fun twist on the classic hot cross buns will delight kids and adults alike. The addition of decadent pink icing and chocolatey Easter eggs will have people reaching for more!
Grilled peaches with cinnamon yoghurt
Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Palm sugar is more commonly used to sweeten Asian dishes. It is a wonderfully caramel flavoured sweetener which has the added bonus of being high in minerals with a low GI. It can also be used grated over porridge, bircher muesli or to sweeten rice pudding. Palm sugar is […]
Ham and cheese galettes
Unfilled crepes suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note
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Mini tomato and cheese quiches
Easy to make and wonderfully tasty, these quiches are brilliant enjoyed hot out of the oven with a fresh side salad or as eaten cool as a tasty school lunchbox snack.
Chocolate volcano puddings
These explosive lava cakes ooze an addictively rich stream of chocolate, rum and raisins. Delve beneath the surface if you dare.
Gluten-free, dairy-free, raspberry muffins
A simple gluten- and dairy-free muffin recipe that makes a perfect breakfast on the run, or morning and afternoon tea.
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Mini ham, cheese and tomato frittatas
Light, fluffy and packed full of creamy melted cheese and fresh ham, these mini frittatas are easy to make and perfect for a quick breakfast or on-the-go lunch.
Quick bacon and cheese macaroni
Pop some healthy veggies into the kids favourite macaroni and cheese dish. With grated carrot, broccoli and crispy bacon rashers there's no need to feel guilty about this cheesy pasta delight.
Creamy cauliflower and bacon soup
Hot, creamy and packed full of goodness, this tasty cauliflower and bacon soup is beautiful served warm with a slice of crusty bread on a cool winter's evening.
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Mushrooms with feta on garlic croutes
Dress up humble mushrooms with crumbled fetta, rocket and drizzled basil then serve atop crispy italian garlic bread for a stylish appetizer.
Creamy bacon and egg pasta salad
Quick, tasty and packed full of goodness, this delicious pasta salad tossed with a creamy dressing, hard-boiled eggs and crispy bacon is easy to make and highly satisfying.
Beef and crunchy cabbage salad
With juicy sirloin steak sliced and shaken up with chinese cabbage, vegetables and a hot, fragrant sauce, this quick salad makes a statement.
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Veal with lemon and caper sauce
These veal schnitzels soak up the tasty lemon and caper sauce providing a delicious dinner in just 18 minutes.
Summer spaghetti with peas and ham
Enjoy the classic pea and ham combo in a tasty, light summer pasta.
Pork cutlets with bacon, brussels sprouts and peas
With such creamy mashed potato, crunchy bacon and juicy pork cutlets no kids will be complaining about the flavoursome addition of brussels sprouts.
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Aussie burger with the lot
A quick beef burger to barbecue for the whole family, with the Aussie touches of pineapple and beetroot.
Bucatini puttanesca with tuna
Add some spice to your life with this chilli pasta, complete with olives, capers and juicy chunks of tuna.
Lamb with tomato salad and mint yogurt
It's hard to imagine a better pairing than tender seasoned lamb and mint yoghurt. Served with pitta bread, this becomes ideal for any upcoming party or family gathering.
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Hazelnut and apple friands
Full of juicy apple pieces and crunchy hazelnuts, these light and fluffy friands are beautiful enjoyed with a mug of coffee for a relaxing afternoon treat.
Pappardelle with tuna and artichoke
Flaky tuna is beautiful when tossed through thick, golden paddardelle pasta with wonderfully fragrant sauteed artichokes. Prepare this tasty dish as a weeknight dinner, perfect for any time of year.
Chicken schnitzel parmigiana
Recreate the mouth-watering Australian pub favourite, the humble chicken parma, for your family this weekend. Golden, crumbed chicken schnitzel is brilliant served topped with melted oozy cheese and a rich tomato sauce, with a dollop of creamy mash on the side.
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Apple cinnamon tarts
This gorgeous apple cinnamon tart is wonderful served warm with an apricot-jam glazed, and can be on the dinner table in no time at all.
Fast red chicken curry
Whip up this chicken curry in no time at all then sit back and savour the spicy feast.
Creamy chicken, bacon, pea and spinach pasta
The kids and adults will lovely this creamy pasta dish... and so will the chef as it only takes 25 minutes to get on the table.
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Lamington sponge cake
We've added a delightful twist to the much loved Australian dessert, sandwiching light and fluffy lamingtons around a layer of fresh whipped cream.
Moroccan fish tagine with almond couscous
Get lost in the full Mediterranean flavours of this tasty seafood tagine, complete with juicy olives and tomatoes that will burst in your mouth.
Chilli chicken pizza with pesto
This end-of-the-week favourite gets a contemporary makeover here by adding chilli and pesto ... and for the kids, you can simply leave out the chilli.
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Duck and mango salad
The spices of chilli, ginger and cumin contrast against sweet mango in this fresh duck salad, perfect for lunch or a starter at a dinner party.
Aromatic prawn and mussel curry
This delicious seafood curry will tantalise your taste-buds - bursting with spice and flavour, it's a dish worthy of a dinner party!
Wild rice and spinach salad
This blend of basmati rice, nuts, raisins and spinach is drizzled with a sweet orange balsamic dressing. It's the perfect way to power up your next lunch or meal side dish.
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Veal and mushroom with garlic mustard butter
This succulent, tender veal is sure to impress, particularly when paired with a thick mustard butter. And the best part is no one will believe you did it all in 30 minutes!
Chocolate dip shortbread
Dip chocolate into homemade shortbread and you have a yummy treat for morning or afternoon tea, a picnic dessert or a welcome addition to a school or work lunchbox.
Chilli and honey barbecued steak with coleslaw
Marinate your steak in this beautiful sweet and spicy honey and chilli glaze and grill to perfection. Serve with a creamy homemade coleslaw to create a brilliant restaurant-worthy dish for your family and friends.
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Garlic prawn pots
With a delicious herb butter sauce, zesty lemon tang and a spicy chilli kick, these prawn pots served with a crusty baguette are sure to impress your guests.
Italian fish and fennel soup
Hot, fragrant and wonderfully warming, this Italian fennel spiced soup is full of tender, flaky fish pieces to create a hearty Winter dish.
Prawn with lime, chilli and coriander
Add some spice to your barbecue prawns with a fragrant marinade of chilli, coriander, lime and garlic.
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Turkey quesadillas
Enjoy the best of Mexican cuisine with these delicious quesadillas. Just pop these turkey-filled tortillas in the sandwich presser for a tasty meal that's never been simpler.
Almond nougat
The classic sweet treat that pleases adults and children alike - deliciously chewy almond nougat.
Hotcakes with caramelised apples
Whether you have them for breakfast or dessert, these hotcakes will satiate your appetite with an indulgent topping of caramelised apples and thick, whipped cream.
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Rice paper omelette rolls
This rice paper roll dish can be served on its own, or with your favourite dipping sauce. Great for lunch boxes, drinks parties and a healthy mid-meal snack.
Minute steak with cafe de paris butter
The taste of tender minute steak soars when this fragrant herb butter sauce is melted over the top.
Cauliflower, snow pea, spinach and chickpea curry
Warm, creamy and wonderfully fragrant, this vegetarian curry made with cauliflower, snow peas, spinach and chickpeas is easy to make and packed full of flavour.
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Chocolate tart
Creamy and decadent, this rich chocolate tart is packed full of wonderful flavour and a crumbly, biscuit crust. It is absolutely perfect for a birthday or Easter celebrations.
Asian marinara mix with coconut rice
Fresh seafood is marinated with Asian flavours and served on a bed of creamy tumeric coconut rice - whip up this delicious and filling dinner for your family in no time at all.
Chocolate melting moments with coffee cream
Rich, crumbly, chocolatey biscuits are sandwiched with a rich coffee cream filling to create these divine bite sized treats. Enjoy with a mug of coffee or tea for a lovely sweet treat.
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Apricot and walnut biscuits
These golden biscuits are delicious and great to make with the kids. Full of crunchy walnuts and chewy apricot pieces, they'll be a sure-fire hit!
Sardine and fresh tomato pasta
Cook a delicious Italian pasta in just 20 minutes with this sardine and tomato recipe.
Roast red capsicum and chilli relish
Easy and inexpensive to make, this relish is delicious served with barbecued chicken or grilled beef. It also makes a wonderful homemade gift.
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Thai-style seafood and rice vermicelli salad
Take a trip to Bangkok with this fresh Thai-style salad, bursting with flavours of lemongrass, chilli sauce and chunks of tender seafood.
Sweet chilli calamari stir-fry
Tender fresh calamari is tossed with sweet chilli sauce, hokkien noodles and fresh vegetables to create this delicious Asian stir-fry in no time at all.
Chermoula-rubbed snapper with coriander yoghurt sauce
Add a spicy Moroccan kick to your seafood dish with this chermoula infused snapper recipe, served with a thick, minty yoghurt sauce.
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Pesto skirt steak
Skirt steak is renowned for its juicy, bursting flavour and combined pesto it's one beef recipe you're sure to use again.
Mushroom and spinach quiche
This delicious quiche uses frozen puff pastry, making it an easy budget weeknight dinner. And any leftovers can be eaten cold for lunch the next day.
Poached summer fruit
Create the base of your next standout summer dessert or pie filling, with this classic combination of nectarines, peaches or apricots poached in sweet syrup.
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Peas and beans with hazelnuts
You won't have to force yourself to eat these greens! Taking less than thirty minutes to cook these beans and peas are enhanced with garlic and butter and topped off with crunchy hazelnuts.
Coconut ice
Sensational as a dessert accompaniment or to enjoy on it's own, this simple, no-cook creation produces plenty of creamy, sweet blocks of coconut and dried cranberries to share.
Caramelised onion and olive toasts
The crunch of Turkish bread combines with a buttery coating to create this delicious bread, with salty olives, anchovies and caramelised onions.
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Vegetable and lamb curry
Bring the heat with this wonderful red curry dish, complete with chunks of veggies and lamb.
Kingfish carpaccio with tangy dressing
Sliced thin and served fresh with herbs and a lime and soy dressing, this seafood dish brings tang to a party appetizer.
Seared salmon with lemon creme fraiche
An impressive dinner has never been easier to make with this 20 minute treat. Combine the sweet, supple tastes and textures of salmon fillet with a zesty yet creamy lemon creme fraiche. Adorn with salmon caviar for an extra burst of flavour.
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Grilled Portuguese chicken and spiced rice
Take some inspiration from Portugal with this spicy aromatic chicken and rice dish seasoned with paprika, oregano, chilli and garlic
Creamy garlic prawns and scallops
These creamy garlic prawns and scallops are wonderfully fragrant and saucy, perfect served as an appetiser or main. Serve this delicious seafood dish with crusty bread and lemon wedges for a complete meal.
Barbecued vegetables and haloumi with lemon basil dressing
Serve up a healthy, tasty lunch with this vegetarian dish. Enjoy the barbecued vegetables and salty slices of haloumi combined with a fresh and zesty lemon basil dressing.
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Brandy custard cinnamon sugar mascarpone
Splurge on this creamy Italian mascarpone treat with hints of cinnamon, vanilla and brandy.
Prosciutto and pea pasta
No need to spend hours to satisfy the family for dinner, this cheesy pasta delights with pieces of prosciutto and takes less than 30 minutes to make.
Rye toasts with smoked salmon and pickled vegetables
This simple recipe gives a gourmet edge to the classic toasty. With silky smoked salmon, cream cheese and crunchy rye bread you'll breathe new life into a lunch time staple.
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Hoisin chicken
This enjoyable meal takes just twenty minutes to create and with ginger, garlic and hoi sin sauce seaping into the tender chicken fillet you'll be sure to make it again.
Warm green salad with soft eggs and hazelnut dressing
Light, fresh and tasty, this warm green salad is beautiful topped with runny soft-boiled eggs, creamy cheese and a gorgeous hazelnut dressing. Enjoy it on it's own, or serve as a gourmet share platter for your next dinner party.
Shepherd’s pie
Family and friends will flock to your table for this dish.
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Quick grilled nachos
Whip up this Mexican favourite in no time at all. Your family and friends will love sharing this big tray of vegetarian nachos, enjoying the oozy melted cheese, spicy tomato salsa and creamy avocado atop crunchy corn chips.
Cheat’s pudding truffles
Please guests over the holidays with these pudding truffles, soaked in brandy and drizzled with a white chocolate sauce.
Cauliflower ‘couscous’
Infusing quinoa with nuts, feta, currents, herbs and a lemon twinge, this cauliflower couscous has superfood nutrition. Hearty enough to enjoy as a main or serve alongside your favourite meat.
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Mini vegemite and cheese scrolls
Perfect for an after school snack or a tasty lunchbox treat - these cheese and vegemite embrace classic Aussie flavours in a delicious baked bread.
Puttanesca sauce
You won't even need to spend 20 minutes on this rich, filling pasta dish, filled with deliciously salty anchovies and olives.
Lemongrass granita with pineapple
This snazzy, fruity frozen dessert is the perfect tonic to unwind on a hot summer day. It also makes for an uplifting Mother's Day treat.
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Salmon pinwheels
There is no better match than cream cheese and soft smoked salmon. With dill, mint, capers and lemon juice you'll find you just can't stop eating these refreshing pinwheels.
Melt-in-mouth vanilla biscuits
Indulge in a fresh pot of tea or coffee with this irresistible vanilla biscuits. They take just 30 minutes to make and are so soft, sweet and buttery they will simply melt in your mouth.
Fine herbs omelette
Whether you're looking for a quick, healthy breakfast before work or a lazy Sunday brunch, this omelette will work for you. No need to over-complicate things, just mix fresh herbs through the eggs and enjoy with crusty bread.
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Thai-style sticky pork and broccolini
Invoke the spicy and juicy senses of Thai cuisine with this quick to prepare sticky pork salad. Perfectly suited as a summer dish.
Burger with garlic mayonnaise and soft onions
There's no need to buy disappointing take-away with this simple, tantalising burger. The garlic mayonnaise and soft onions just top this meal off.
Barbecued pork and noodle salad
This tasty Asian pork and noodle is packed full of delicious fresh ingredients and is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Roasted capsicum sauce
This roasted capsicum sauce is so versatile you can keep finding uses for it! Take advantage of capsicums in season from the farmers markets when they are cheap.
Asian beef and rice noodle soup
Commonly referred to as Vietnamese pho, this tasty rice noodle soup is packed full of Asian veggies and uses the heat of the flavoursome broth to cook thinly sliced rare beef.
