Less than 30 minutes

Seasoned with oregano and fresh grated parmesan, these veal meatballs with gazpacho salsa make a great shared party platter.

The irresistible flavours of juicy artichokes, green olives and capers make this home-made pizza a dinner favourite.

We used blue-eye fillets in this recipe. Note

We used a goat’s milk feta cheese. It is fine to use just one 300ml carton of cream for this recipe. Note

Mirin is sweet rice wine used in Japanese cooking, it is not sake. Available from Asian grocery stores. Note

You might have a few puffs left over; freeze them, unfilled. Valentine’s croquembouche Fit a large piping bag with a plain tube (or without a tube); three-quarters fill the bag with pastry mixture. Hold the bag upright, pipe the pastry into 2cm (¾ inch) rounds. Working quickly, use tongs or forks to dip the puffs […]

This is a gorgeous way to preserve the delicate flavors and colours of blood oranges.

Tender pear topped with crunchy maple syrup crumble this dessert is rich and satisfying, serve with a dollop of double cream.

These tasty Greek style feta and spinach stuffed potato balls make a delicious starter, finger food or light snack.

This tasty Asian inspired stir-fry makes a great mid-week family dinner. The beef mince is spiced to perfection, and complimented beautifully by fresh veggies and herbs, which all sit atop a bed of filling brown rice.

Save yourself some evening time with these popular quick and easy Mexican tortillas. Experiment with different fillings such as sliced capsicum, avocado or baby spinach. Beef, lamb or chicken strips will work just as well for the meat component.

Chinese barbecued duck is available from Asian grocery stores and specialty barbecued meat shops. Note

Zesty orange and fresh thyme perfume the delicate fish of these delicious whole roasted snapper.

Simple, tasty and hardly any washing up!

Swiss brown mushrooms, also known as cremini or roman mushrooms, are similar in appearance to button mushrooms, but are slightly dark brown in colour. The large variety are often called portobello mushrooms. Note

These fudge bars are soft, sweet, rich and will make an excellent sweet snack or finger food style dessert.

Just cool the kipfler potatoes slightly before assembling this salad as it's best served still warm.

Thrill the trick-or-treaters with these clever (and easy) Halloween cupcakes.

Top shortcakes with half the berry mixture, then another nutella-topped shortcake; repeat with remaining berry mixture, then top with remaining shortcake. Note

Burger patties can be prepared several hours ahead. Keep covered in the refrigerator and cook as required. Note

Money bags are shaped exactly like that - old fashioned purses. These ones may not contain money, but they are filled with delicious and fragrant spiced chicken that will have you coming back for more.

We used blue-eye fillets in this recipe, but you can use any firm white fish fillets. Fish mixture can be marinated for 30 minutes. Note

You can guarantee everyone will jump out of bed for a stack of these delicious hotcakes.

With melting, spicy tahini butter, these corn cobs will be the star of your barbecue.

You can use vegetable stock instead of the chicken consommé. Stir a little chopped preserved lemon rind and fresh tarragon into the rice, if you like. Note

Tabbouleh is a traditional Lebanese salad made with a great deal of chopped flat-leaf parsley and varying amounts of burghul, green onion, mint, olive oil and lemon juice.

Using a mixture of butter and oil stops the butter from burning. Don’t overbeat the eggs or the omelette will be tough. Note

A sticky and sweet stir-fry that is both quick and easy.

This is the perfect meal if you're after something vegetarian, healthy and filling. The noodles and tofu provide bulk and protein, and the vegetables provide plenty of vitamins and fibre.

You will need about 2 medium carrots (240g) and 3 small zucchini (270g) for this recipe. You can also use fresh rice noodle sheets, cut into 14cm x 16cm rectangles, to enclose the filling. Note

Use granulated or crushed peanuts to save time. Note

These delicious salty bundles are also fantastic with a squeeze of lemon and a sprinkle of chopped parsley. Note

We normally think to accompany seafood with either lime or lemon for that added citrusy flavour. Here, we've chosen orange, and the results are absolutely spectacular.

Make a day ahead so the curry flavours can develop overnight. Replace peas with beans, if you like. Note

You can make the syrup up to two days ahead and refrigerate, covered, until ready to use. Reheat before pouring over the fruit. You can use this syrup with any fruit, for instance, a selection of tropical varieties such as carambola, rambutan, pineapple, mango or mangosteen. Note

For an easy weeknight meal, try this crispy spinach and beetroot tart topped with crumbled feta.

A rich and creamy herb and garlic chicken with gnocchi from Australian Women's Weekly.

Kids will love these fluffy apple and cinnamon muffins.

Rich with apricots, grapes, currants and almonds, this fruity couscous makes a great side dish for a tagine.

We used ling fillets in this recipe. Note

This is a great pasta dish to cook for friends; it's quick and easy to make and always tastes delicious.

Buy basil pesto, instead of making your own, if liked. Note

Indulge your taste buds with this Greek delight the whole family will love. You can make both the patties and the tzatziki well ahead of time.

These mini banana loaves with muesli topping by the Australian Women's Weekly make a perfect nut-free addition to the kids' lunch boxes or even a delicious and nutritious breakfast on the run.

In this flavour-packed dish, the richness of the salmon and creamy sauce, is complemented by a zesty squeeze of lime and fresh herbs.

Full of flavour and super quick to put together, this curried macaroni tuna & bean salad makes a great packed lunch as well.

You need approximately two large (460g) overripe bananas for this recipe. Note

Melt-in-your-mouth, flaky butter pastry and a delicious seafood chowder filling make these individual fish pies a winner.

Veal saltimbocca is an elegant dish to serve at your next dinner party.

These colourful vanilla cupcakes will be very popular with the kids.

A simple chicken, zucchini and parsnip purée that is great for the young ones.

Give your afternoon tea a Parisian twist and serve these delicate crêpes with beautiful fresh strawberries and cream.

Perfect for a lazy breakfast or brunch, these pancakes are pretty as a picture with their colourful berry toppings. Any leftover pancakes can be taken to school for a morning-tea treat.

Lentil and chickpea dhal with chutney yoghurt from Australian Women's Weekly.

Crispy pastry, sweet tomato, salty tapenade; flavour and texture sensation wrapped up into one easy recipe!

Fragrant spices, fresh vegetables and bright colours - a summery salad that will do as a meal on its own, or served as a side. Enjoy!

Not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Use a stiff brush to scrub the mussels under cold water. You can ask your local fishmonger to beard the mussels for you. Discard any mussels that do not open. Note

Harissa is a spicy North African condiment of chilli and spices. Recent research has shown countries with a high chilli consumption, such as Mexico and India, tend to have decreased rates of cancer. Chillies also boost our metabolism, helping to burn fat and reduce feelings of hunger. If you don’t like things too spicy, replace […]

Delicious and crispy fried chicken with an Asian cabbage mixture from Australian Women's Weekly.

Fragrant, refreshing and herbaceous Thai chicken, papaya and peanut salad from Australian Women's Weekly.

QUICK RELEASE METHOD Each time the lid is removed from the cooker, the pressure must be released quickly first. Use tongs (steam can burn your fingers) to turn the pressure valve on top of the cooker to open the valve and release the steam. We use this method when adding ingredients and when checking the […]

Pan-fried in a fragrant spice mix, this jerk salmon tender, flaky and utterly delicious. Serve with a fresh homemade corn and black bean salad for a real flavour kick!

You can buy prepared tabbouleh, if you like. Burghul is also known as bulghur wheat; you can use couscous instead of the burghul in this recipe. Note

Filled with raspberry jam and whipped cream, these lamington-style cakes make the perfect morning or afternoon treat.

Makes enough for four 200g servings of pan fried chicken breast. If sauce is too tart, add a little more honey. Also goes well with whole roast turkey, duck or chicken. Note

You can use the stone fruit of your choice to make this delicious dessert. As a rule, it's best to go with whatever is best in season, but personal taste always plays a role!

Fresh, spicy and deeply savoury, beef pho makes a great lunch, especially on those days when you need a bit of a pick-me-up.