There is only one thing that needs to be said here - my mum makes the best spaghetti bolognese in the world! If there's a guaranteed go-to dinner that will please young and old, this is it.

This recipe can be made a day or two in advance. You may need to add some extra liquid when reheating. Add peanuts when serving.

Orange blossom water, also known as orange flower water, is made by distilling the blossoms of the bitter-orange tree. These orange blossom friands are sweet, bitter and fragrant all at once. Divine.

Carrot cakes

This decadent, crunchy-topped slice is perfect with a morning or afternoon cuppa.

Wrap individual muffins in plastic wrap and freeze for up to three months. Defrost muffins as required either overnight in the refrigerator or in the microwave on high (100%) for about 30 seconds. Note

The traditional paella pan is shallow and wide. If you don’t have one, use one large or two smaller frying pans ­ the mixture should only be about 4cm (1½ inches) deep. This recipe is best made just before serving. Note

Fresh, light and tasty, barbecued salmon fillet with yoghurt dressing and fennel salad makes a wonderful lunch for weekend entertaining.

Served with a dollop of yoghurt sprinkled with sumac, these beautiful stuffed vine leaves are a perfect dish to share with friends.

Give your roast lamb rack an Indian flavour with this delicious and fragrant spice paste. You could also use it as a spice rub for any other kind of meat.

This recipe is quick, simple and healthy. A great combination for a light meal on the go.

You need to cut the kernels from two small corn cobs for this recipe. Fritters and tomatoes can be made 6 hours ahead and reheated in a slow (150°C/(130°C fan forced). Note

Place the green onion strips in iced water for about 20 minutes to make onion curls, a classic Chinese garnish. Note

Rich, moist and just sweet enough, this cake is great for any occasion.

This is a good salad for a barbecue as it keeps well and is not fussy about the temperature at which it is served.

Perfectly light and healthy, this zucchini soup is just the ticket for a quick and easy snack, light lunch or dinner party starter. Serve with crusty bread.

The toffee nests can be made up to an hour before serving if the weather is cool. Note

A square cutter will make it easier to make perfectly shaped biscuits. However, you can easily cut out well- shaped rectangles from the rolled out dough. Be fussy, roll the dough as evenly as you can, then use a ruler and a sharp knife to cut out the rectangles. Use Kahlua or Tia Maria in […]

This meal is so easy to whip up on a chilly weeknight. It's also delicious reheated for lunch the next day.

Meatballs suitable to freeze. Spinich suitable to freeze. Note

Served with tomato chutney, these easy bacon and egg tarts are perfect for breakfast or brunch.

A ballet spectacular that will leave any prima ballerina stage-struck. Note

Add some thinly sliced red chilli for a spicy version of this soup, if you like. This is a last minute soup, it doesn’t freeze well. The pasta will become soggy as it absorbs more liquid and the buk choy will discolour. Note

You need half a large barbecued chicken (approximately 500g) to get the amount of shredded meat required for this recipe. Note

butter cream Beat butter in small bowl with electric mixer until as white as possible. Gradually beat in half of the icing sugar, milk, then remaining icing sugar; tint butter cream with purple food colouring. Use any soft jubes or jellies you like for the decorations. Note

Hearty, zesty and creamy, this delicious Milanese style risotto is the ulimate comfort food for a hungry family.

Serve this beautiful green quiche with salad for a light lunch or dinner.

You can use the chopped meat from one barbecued chicken in this recipe instead of the tenderloins. Add it at the end of bacon becoming crisp and stir until hot. Recipe can be made several hours ahead to the end of step 5. From cold, bake, covered, at 200°C (180°C fan forced) for 30 minutes […]

Skordalia is a pungent Greek sauce or dip made with bread (or sometimes potato), garlic, lemon juice and olive oil. It can be served with almost any kind of dish ­ from grilled meats and poultry to fish and raw vegetables. Note

Garam masala literally means “blended spices” in its northern Indian place of origin; it is based on varying proportions of cardamom, cinnamon, clove, coriander, fennel and cumin, roasted and ground together. Black pepper and chilli can be added for a hotter version. Note

Fresh corn can be used instead of canned corn; you will need two cobs. Sour cream or yoghurt can be used instead of the creme fraiche. Fritters can be made the day before; top them with creme fraiche etc, an hour or so before serving. Note

If you thought the ice-cream wafer sandwich couldn't be improved, think again. These vanilla strawberry swirl macarons will have your guests swooning with delight. The ice-cream will barely have enough time to melt before they're all gone.

Serve this delicious gluten-free crumble with cold vanilla ice-cream.

12-hole (-cup/80ml) muffin pan 12 paper muffin cases decorations 2 blue NESTLE SMARTIES 2 NESTLE MILKYBAR Buttons 1 ALLEN’S Peaches & Cream 1 orange ALLEN’S SNAKES ALIVE orange sprinkles 12 caramel ALLEN’S Milk Bottle Mania 4 strawberry ALLEN’S Milk Bottle Mania 7 ALLEN’S Strawberries & Cream All the lollies used here have been cut into […]

Delicious spread on toast, this chunky apricot jam would make the perfect home-made gift. To test if it is ready, put a plate in the freezer for a few minutes, then see if the jam 'jells' when you blob a teaspoon full onto the cold surface.

A boca negra or black mouth, is what you'll have after one bite of this intensely chocolate cake.

Apple and blackberry is the classic crumble combination and this oaty version doesn't disappoint.

Kangaroo meat is lean and healthy. High in protein and iron and low in fat, kangaroo meat is a great alternative to more popular red meats. It is the ultimate free-range, organic meat containing no chemicals or antibiotics.

Tofu is a great and healthy meat alternative. It is especially good for soaking up flavours like those in the sauces and dips which often accompany Asian finger foods.

A healthy and delicious zucchini quinoa salad with candied walnuts and haloumi.

A colourful and fragrant couscous dish with grilled zucchini and spiced pumpkin.

Treat yourself to a piece of this nutty slice topped with milk chocolate icing.

Spice up your mince pies this Christmas with this delicious whisky-laced fruit mince pies.

Succulent pork chops are paired with a zingy apple and cabbage salad with toasted walnuts in this easy, scrumptious dish.

Warming and nourishing, this thick, tasty tomato and fennel soup topped with crunchy fresh croutons is lovely at lunchtime, or for a quick boost late in the afternoon.

This recipe is gluten-free, yeast-free and wheat-free.

This fun construction-site themed birthday cake is great for young children who love getting messy and playing with trucks.

6-hole (¾-cup/180ml) texas muffin pan 2 x 12-hole (1-tablespoon/20ml) mini muffin pans 15 mini muffin paper cases (red) 40cm x 50cm (16-inch x 20-inch) rectangular cake board (page 334), see tips 40cm (16 inches) black licorice strap 250g (8-ounce) packet Musk Sticks 1 pink Smartie 4 red sour straps 35g (1-ounce) tube mini M&M’s 35g […]

Use toothpicks to position paper pattern on cakes, ready to cut out. Assemble cake on prepared board ready for icing. Note

Elegant, delectable and delicately spiced, these rhubarb, pear and pomegranate custard tea cakes make a wonderful dessert or afternoon tea treat. Serve warm with good quality cream.

Brought to you by the classic Australian Women's Weekly's children's birthday cake cookbook.

Drizzled in orange brandy syrup, this almond, orange and semolina cake is irresistible served with a dollop of crème fraîche or yoghurt.

Transpose the leaf pattern onto cardboard, then use the cardboard leaf as a guide when cutting the leaf shapes from icing. The leaves can be made up to 3 days ahead; store in an airtight container. Using the leaf pattern, cut five lily leaves from the icing then drape over a rolling pin to dry. […]

Sweet and delicious Chinese pork in orange & tamarind broth from Australian Women's Weekly.

This recipe can be made several hours ahead, reheat just before serving. Note

This tender barbeque turkey takes its flavour inspiration from mixed cuisines. Mexican style salsa, with Indian spices makes an exciting, explosive flavour combination in this marvellous dish.

A classic dacquoise is a layered meringue sandwiched with a buttercream filling. This chocolate mocha dacquoise terrine offers a more sophisticated depth of flavour than the standard fruit and cream filling.

Sweet and sticky deep fried chicken wings from the deep south!

An excellent option for a nourishing, filling meat-free meal, these individual vegetable and lentil lasagnes will quickly become a family favourite.

We used chocolate with a 70% cocoa content. If paradise pears are unavailable, substitute 5 canned pear halves and omit step 1. Note

Sweet, sticky and delicious Asian noodle stir-fry that is a fast and easy mid-week dinner.

Light and healthy röstis that are perfect for breakfast and lunch or for sharing with friends.

Perfect as lunch, a light dinner, afternoon tea or in a lunch box, roast pumpkin and zucchini frittata is a healthy, delicious and flexible dish.

When in season, use yellow zucchini for added colour, and sprinkle with black olives or capers. If taking to work for lunch, prepare the pizza, wrap in baking paper and cook in a heated sandwich press until the base is crisp and heated through.

Served with chopped parsley and a drizzle of yoghurt, these spicy lamb pastry boats are fantastic for a party.

There's plenty of juice to mop up in this delicious vegetarian curry, we're not even sure it's not a soup. Serve with plenty of rice or naan bread to enjoy every last drop.

Ask the butcher to bone the lamb loins for you. You could replace the capsicum dip with sun-dried tomato pesto. The lamb can be prepared to the end of step 3. Cover and refrigerate. Stand lamb at room temperature for 30 minutes before roasting. The lamb may take up to 5 minutes longer to roast […]

We used pink lady apples, but any type will be fine. If you prefer, crème fraîche, mascarpone or whipped cream can be flavoured and used instead of the yogurt. Note

Fast and delicious Asian-style mini lamb roasts from Australian Women's Weekly.

Put the kettle on and enjoy a generous slice of this dense, buttery almond cake.

Brown sugar gives this nutty slice the colour and taste of caramel.

Serve with steamed jasmine rice. Note