Naturally sweet pumpkin and orange make for a delicious dish of couscous.

A moist and delicious microwavable cake that tastes every bit as good as an oven baked one. This cake is best made on the day of serving, which is fine because it's just so easy! You're welcome.

Fragrant, refreshing and zingy Thai salad from Australian Women's Weekly.

We used fruit mince bought in a jar from the supermarket, but home-made would be even better. Store squares in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Note

Crispy and crunchy dukkah-coated lamb cutlets with honey and pomegranate molasses.

Storage in refrigerator for about 1 month. Note

You need to cook about 1⅓ cups white long-grain rice the day before making this recipe. Spread it evenly onto a tray and refrigerate overnight. Note

A light and refreshing vegetable curry with yoghurt from Australian Women's Weekly.

A delicious Italian taleggio, prosciutto and rocket pizzas from Australian Women's Weekly.

We used ling fillets in this recipe, but you can use your favourite white fish fillet. You need to soak eight bamboo skewers in cold water for at least an hour to prevent them from scorching during cooking. Serve the skewers with lime wedges, if you like. Note

If you don’t have the time to make the crostini, ready-made crostini can be found in various flavours in most delicatessens and some supermarkets. Note

This delicious sushi salad not only looks beautiful, it also allows you to enjoy the freshness and taste of sushi without the bother involved in assembling this traditional Japanese delicacy.

If you prefer, you can use 11/4 cups (380g) bottled fruit mince instead of the filling in this recipe. Note

Make the most of fresh summer berries with this stunning vanilla custard flan.

Make your baby shower special with these delicious chocolate and orange cupcakes.

Crunchy lettuce wedges with a sweet and sour lemony dressing from Australian Women's Weekly.

This yummy mango and lime mousse makes a fruity and tangy alternative to the usual chocolate kind. With the slightly boozy and most delicious element of creme de menthe, you have a dessert just for the adults.

Store the balls in an airtight container, separated with baking paper, at room temperature, for up to 1 week. Note

Just a little lime and chilli will finish off this perfectly roasted snapper. Serve with roasted vegetables or a light salad, depending on your preference.

This delicious Moroccan spiced couscous dish is packed full of flavour and is super quick to prepare, making it a perfect mid-week family dinner.

Perfect for the lunchbox, these easy berry muffins make a delicious morning or afternoon snack.

Spiced yoghurt adds perfumed creaminess to these peaches caramelised in brown sugar. Caramelising the peaches deepens their natural flavour.

Spice up your Vietnamese omelette with this delicious recipe.

Spoil the chocoholics with these triple-chocolate and hazelnut cookies.

Use your fingers to dig in to these lip-smacking, spicy barbecued prawns.

A quick and easy beef and vegetable stir-fry from Australian Women's Weekly.

This light, colourful dish is a beautiful way to enjoy fresh fish.

If you can’t find wattleseeds, substitute with ground coffee. Note

Jerusalem artichokes have a knobbly, uneven surface, but under the skin, their creamy colour and consistency is worth the peeling effort. They have a delicious and distinctively nutty taste, like hazelnuts or chestnuts, and a crisp and crunchy texture, like a water chestnut.

Give your traditional shortbread a twist with this chocolate pistachio shortbread recipe from the Women's Weekly! Delicious as an afternoon tea treat, or wrapped in cellophane for homemade Christmas food gift.

Using lime curd for the filling of this tangy tart means you only have to bake the pie case, the rest is just a matter of setting.

Not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Watermelon and mint granita, a semi-frozen dessert originating from Sicily.

Served with udon noodles and a punchy ginger and hazelnut dressing, this pork salad is deliciously satisfying.

This is another classic from the southwest of France and the trick is to not overcook the breasts of duck.

Roast lamb is an all-time family favourite, and for good reason. This delicious version will satisfy the gluten-free, paleo, low-carb, or just plain hungry.

These scallops on the half-shell, dressed with fragrant saffron cream and topped with salmon roe, make an exquisite starter for a very special dinner.

Mother's Day, Father's Day, Saturday, any day is the right day for pancakes with three toppings for breakfast, brunch or even lunch.

This delicious yet simple pasta dish is packed with veggies and can be whipped up quickly and easily. In fact, you'll have most of the ingredients in your pantry and fridge already.

Mini parmesan scones with goats cheese & tapenade make delicate, tasty little canapes.

These cupcakes are definitely the cutest way to eat a delicious lamington.

These smoked trout tarts with peas and dill make a great lunch. If you'd like to make finger food sized versions for a party, just quarter the filo sheets at the beginning, use a mini-muffin tin and cut the cooking time to 10-12 minutes.

This incredibly simple fish curry uses ginger, garam masala, paprika and turmeric to add flavour without heat, and buttermilk for a smooth, creamy finish.

A bright and colourful dish with lamb cutlets, char-grilled vegetable salad and a chunky pesto.

This recipe is so fast and easy! Great for a simple dinner or quick lunch.

These chewy gluten-free cookies are divine served with a cup of hot coffee or tea.

These delicious puddings can be made up as quick as a flash as long as you have a jar of jam in your cupboard. Plus, they're gluten-free so everyone can enjoy them.

a carnival of cakes to delight your guests ­ you could also personalise each cake with the name of the birthday child Tint each portion of butter cream with each of the colourings. Using a fork as a handle, spread top and side of each cake with a different coloured butter cream. Arrange balloon cakes […]

These crisp brandy snaps make a sophisticated, light dessert for a dinner party.

This speedy soup is wholesome, filling and delicious with crusty bread rolls.

If there is not enough oil in the mixed vegetable antipasto to make ⅓ cup, add olive oil to make up the required amount. Note

Tender, juicy peppered steak with a ripe tomato and rocket salad makes a fabulous, relaxed meal for dinner with friends.

Hot, oozy and deliciously spiced, these cheese fritters with fresh mint salsa are perfect for handing round at a party. Just make sure you have napkins on hand for your guests.

A simple but luxurious pasta that makes a wonderful starter or a gorgeous light dinner.

For a packed lunch, prepare this salad the night before; it is best dressed just before serving. Place beetroot in base of lunch container, top with mesclun, potato and beef; pack dressing separately. Store in the fridge; bring to room temperature before serving. Note

Frozen edamame, soy beans in the pod, are available from Asian supermarkets. You will need about 300g (9½ ounces) in the pod. You can also use frozen broad (fava) beans; you’ll need to discard the outer skin after the podded beans have been brought to the boil. Note

These healthy Middle Eastern spiced vegetable kebabs combine sweet, dense kumara with juicy beetroot to create a flavour sensation that will keep you coming back for more!

Rich and luxurious Italian three-cheese ravioli with brown butter from Australian Women's Weekly.

Mexican food is a mid-week meal choice. It is easy to prepare, affordable, fresh and delicious!

An Italian soup with fusilli, cannelini beans and parmesan cheese.

Recipe is not suitable to freeze. Note

Alternatively, the frittata can be made in a 24cm/9½-inch non-stick ovenproof frying pan, cooked, covered, over a medium-low heat for 12 minutes, then transferred to a hot grill (broiler) for 3 minutes or until browned lightly. You will need an ovenproof frying pan if it goes under the grill (or cover the handle with a […]

There is nothing quite like taking a freshly baked loaf out of the oven. We've gone with the fancy plait here, but all you need is a basic recipe and you can explore all sorts of variations like the ones we've detailed below.

Chermoulla is a marinade of fresh and ground herbs and spices often used in the cooking of North Africa. This tender chermoulla lamb is gorgeous served with chickpea salad and pitta bread.

This recipe cleverly combines a honeycomb texture with toffee flavours to make a fabulous dipping dessert.

An exquisite and nourishing dish of salmon tartare on lentil salad served with fresh bread and lemon wedges.

You could use whole, cleaned whiting for this recipe if you prefer, just extend the cooking time a little to compensate.

Any tart fruit makes an excellent base for a meringue pie, including pineapple and passionfruit, both of which would make delicious substitutes for the citrus we've used here.

Add this chilli tuna and lemon linguine to your list of recipes for a quick, healthy mid-week dinner to help you stick to your resolutions.

Make your own spicy and delicious Thai cucumber pickle with this quick and easy recipe.

Try this very fresh and zesty polenta side to cut through hearty meat dishes.

A healthy and filling warm lamb sausage and ravioli salad from Australian Women's Weekly.