Less than 30 minutes

Soba noodles are a low-GI japanese-style noodle made from a mixture of buckwheat and wheat, making them high in dietary fibre and protein. The sodium content is high, however, this is reduced significantly after cooking. Asparagus spears vary in thickness; if the ends are really thick, peel them from the bottom up to within 5cm […]

Farfalle pasta, also called bow-ties or butterflies, have frilled edges and soft pleats to help contain the sauce; use orecchiette or fusilli, if preferred. Note

Leaving a 1cm (½ inch) border of sponge without cream will make the icing of the sides of the slice easier to do. The weight of the top layer of sponge will push the cream far enough. Note

Serve this delicious stir-fry with hot hokkien noodles for a speedy, easy mid-week dinner.

A sweet and fresh passionfruit, pineapple and orange cocktail.

Create the ultimate summer BBQ dish with grilled lamb chops and sun-dried tomato pesto.

For a quick, satisfying dinner, try these easy, cheesy pizzas topped with chargrilled eggplant, pesto, olives and smoky chorizo.

Warm steak seasoned with smoked paprika makes for a filling and delicious salad packed with protein and flavour.

You need to cook about 2 cups of jasmine rice the day before you want to make this recipe. Rice must be cold and quite dry, in order to prevent it sticking together in clumps when added to the wok. Note

Treat the family this weekend with this decadent, classic breakfast dish.

Marinated in garlic, lemon and Greek oregano, this barbecued octopus dish is lip-smackingly good.

Kids love pizza and this recipe is perfect for feeding a crowd with bite-size pieces.

We used large (25cm diameter) packaged pizza bases for this recipe. Note

Enjoy these juicy beef burgers with grilled eggplant, cooling yoghurt sauce and peppery rocket.

Delicious grilled vegetable & couscous salad from Australian Women's Weekly.

To make the perfect soft-boiled eggs, place eggs in a small saucepan and barely cover with cold water. Cover the pan and bring to boil; then boil, uncovered, for 3 minutes, drain. Shell eggs when cool enough to handle. You can use either heirloom or cherry tomatoes, if you like. Note

A citrus-flavoured liqueur, such as Grand Marnier, can be substituted for the coconut liqueur, if you prefer. 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

Simple yet brimming with flavours, this Asian-inspired dish is a wonderful way to enjoy fish.

This light, fresh and flavoursome dish is perfect as a starter or finger food for dinner parties.

Enjoy barbecued vegetables and salty slices of haloumi combined with a fresh and zesty dressing in this easy vegetarian dish.

Packed with vegetables, this fragrant beef stir-fry makes an ideal weeknight dinner.

Mildly spiced tandoori chicken salad with pappadums and hot mango chutney.

We used snapper fillets in this recipe, but you can use any firm white fish fillets you like, bream, flathead, swordfish, ling, whiting, jewfish, blue-eye or sea perch are all good choices. Check for any small pieces of bone in the fillets and use tweezers to remove them. Note

Treat your guests to this indulgent char-grilled lobster tail salad.

Wild rice blend is a pre-made mixture of white long-grain and wild rices. It is available from most supermarkets. Note

A classic in the thrifty housekeeping repertoire, corned beef hash is as delicious as it is economical, especially topped with a soft-poached egg.

Layers of sponge cake and vanilla ice-cream topped with a fresh rhubarb compote makes this vanilla and rhubarb slice a wonderful summer dessert.

Celebrate summer with this beautiful, light asparagus tempura drizzled in a herby vinaigrette.

Treat yourself to this simple fish and scallop stir-fry and brighten up an ordinary mid-week evening.

This zingy chilli pickle is great as a dip or for spreading on sandwiches to add spice and flavour.

We suggest you make your own stock for this recipe; see the recipe on page 112. Arborio rice, otherwise known as white short-grain rice, is an excellent choice for this recipe due to its high starch level, making for a deliciously creamy soup. This soup is our take on the classic Greek avgolemono (which translates […]

Soak bamboo skewers in cold water for at least an hour before using to prevent them scorching during cooking. We used flathead fillets in this recipe. Note

Like a deconstructed version of the classic Greek dish, these moussaka stacks with lemon-yoghurt dressing are lighter than the original, and just as tasty.

Not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Use a mandoline or V-slicer to slice the zucchini quickly and evenly. Note

These prosciutto wrapped lamb cutlets hide a delicious creamy and boldly flavoured centre. Serve with some grilled mediterranean vegetables for a tasty, low-carb meal.

Whip up something healthy and filling for lunch with this spiced chicken sandwich with apricot and kumara.

Oysters are delicious raw, but when cooked are surprisingly versatile with their unique flavour seeming to go well with just about anything. Here we've prepared them with a delicious pesto butter.

Try this tasty, speedy lamb and noodle stir-fry for an easy weeknight dinner.

With a pile of buttery mash and a serve of your favourite vegetables, these old-fashioned rissoles and gravy for dinner will please the whole family.

Whip up these tasty fish fingers with fresh, whole ingredients and pop them on a little pile of crisp colourful coleslaw and dig in. The kids will love you for it and you'll tick off a good portion of your five-a-day and fish intake.

These beautiful and blushing soufflés are dead easy to make. Just remember to whip up your egg white well, and serve them straight from the oven to the table.

If you can’t find drumettes and wingettes, buy eight chicken wings, chop off and discard the tips. Chop the remaining pieces in half at the joint. Whole-egg mayonnaise gives the best flavour. The chicken and tarragon cream can be made the day before, keep, covered separately, in the refrigerator. Note

Healthy and lean veal steaks with Italian white bean salad from Australian Women's Weekly.

Satay sauce is a delicious creamy, sweet and salty peanut-based sauce that typically also contains soy sauce, coconut milk, ginger and garlic. It is used widely in Thai, Indonesian, Malaysian, Singaporean and Vietnamese cuisines.

Put the baking dish as close to the preheated grill as possible. This dish can be served as is, or accompany it with a salad, or soft polenta, and fresh crusty bread to soak up the juices. Note

Marinate the lamb in a zip-top plastic bag to save washing up the bowl. Note

This healthy and delicious toast topping combination will leave you wanting savoury breakfasts every day. The combination of creamy smashed avocado, nutty tahini and roasted sumac tomatoes creates a beautiful meal.

These elegant desserts are perfect for the silly season.

Tikka paste is a mild paste which, in Indian cookery, is made to its maker’s choice of spices and oils and sometimes tomatoes or coconut cream, it is frequently coloured red. It is usually used for marinating or for basting the food as it cooks, rather than as an ingredient. It is most often used […]

Little fried cheese pastries. Four different types of cheese and a sliver of salami. Yes, they taste as good as they sound. You're welcome.

6 serving plates, or a large serving tray Use a mixture of jam and cinnamon doughnuts, mini jam doughnuts and doughnut holes, if you like. Note

These spiced lamb skewers are fantastic served with a cooling cucumber and yoghurt sauce.

A fresh and vibrant zesty lemon and rocket pesto spaghetti from Australian Women's Weekly.

Now here is a brunch with some power behind it. Packed full of protein, carbs, vitamins and fibre, it will set you up for the entire day. Enjoy with a steaming latte.

This delicious spin on traditional bruschetta is a perfect starter for a summer barbecue.

These juicy beef patties taste fantastic with a refreshing beetroot and parsley salad.

Thin slices of rare beef, lime and fragrant herbs and spices are combined to make this mouth-watering, light soup.

Warm pasta provençale salad, a dish cooked in a sauce made with tomatoes, artichoke and olives.

This is a simply luscious cake, with its layers of sponge, mango and coconut mascarpone.

We used swordfish in this recipe; tuna steaks and firm white fish cutlets would also be fine. The dressing can be made a day ahead, cover, store in the refrigerator. SEAFOOD It’s an Australian custom to eat seafood in summer, and we’d be mad not to, especially if we’re close to the sea. Prawns, scallops, […]

For a delicious morning tea, serve these fluffy banana choc-chip cakes warm with butter.

Tender T-bone steaks with blue-cheese butter and a sweet pear salad from Australian Women's Weekly.

This coconut chicken curry is the ideal choice for people who don’t like fiery curries. Note

Not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. You need to buy small baby buk choy as they are tender enough to be eaten raw. Note

Not suitable to microwave. Not suitable to freeze. Note

The heat of this salad brings out the flavour of the onion and herbs. You could add bacon or blue cheese if you like.

This traditional Italian pasta dish is the ultimate comfort food, packed full of flavour to nourish the body and soul. Crispy bacon, button mushrooms and chives are tossed in a creamy sauce with perfectly cooked fettuccine.

Topped with fresh coriander, this tasty orange-glazed squid makes a fantastic tapas dish.