Less than 60 minutes

Wrapping these little chickens in proscuitto helps keep them moist while roasting, as well as infusing the meat with their flavour.

Perfect for school lunches or morning or afternoon tea, these fig jam and raisin rolls will not fail to satisfy. Spread them with a little butter and enjoy with your next cuppa.

Equipment 12-hole (1-tablespoon/20ml) shallow round-based patty pan 12-hole (¹/³-cup/80ml) standard muffin pan 6-hole (¾-cup/180ml) texas muffin pan 4cm-round cutter 2 strong wooden toothpicks 40cm-round or 40cm x 45cm rectangle prepared cake board Little girls love tea parties ­ the whole party could be themed this way. The cakes are not difficult to make, but they […]

This warming and fragrant French style onion and fennel soup is absolutely amazing topped with melted cheddar cheese souffles. This is gourmet soup at it's finest.

Grilled Indian-style chicken with spicy lentils from Australian Women's Weekly.

Test Kitchen Za’atar is a blend of roasted sesame seeds, sumac and dried herbs such as wild marjoram and thyme, but the ingredients depend on each maker. Note

Basil is one of the easiest and most useful herbs to grow. You don’t need a large kitchen garden, a pot or a window box in a protected, sunny position is sufficient. Basil will grow year-round (depending on the climate) and you can freeze the leaves for later use. Note

An exotic and exquisite salad.

Create this rich and luxurious veal parmesan with minimal effort. We show you the quick way with this delicious recipe.

For a tasty, healthy meat alternative to fill your burgers, try this sensational veggie patty recipe brought to you by Woman's Weekly.

This delicious olive and roasted tomato tart is equally delicious served hot or cold. Accompany with rocket salad for a light and healthy lunch.

Herb-flecked and crunchy, this easy salad makes a tasty, filling lunch or side dish.

This beautiful dish is a great starter to impress at your next dinner party.

Coconut oil is a solidified oil sold in jars and is available from major supermarkets and health food stores. Melt coconut oil as you would butter, either in a small saucepan over low heat or in the microwave. Cherries are rich in vitamins and minerals as well as antioxidants. While fresh is best, if they […]

Crouton comes from the French word croûte, which translates as crust ­hence these crunchy pieces of garlic bread soak up the sauce in this dish. Croûtons can be made a day ahead and stored in an airtight container. Note

Make these decorated cupcakes for that special someone in your life. Or spread some joy on February 14 and bake a batch for the office.

Nasi goreng, literally meaning "fried rice" in Indonesian and Malay, is a fantastic and simple stir-fry.

Quarter some limes and heat up a stack of corn tortilla to serve alongside this chilli chicken, tomato and corn soup. A dollop of sour cream wouldn't go astray either.

Soup can be frozen. Rouille (a French sauce meaning `rust’ because of its reddish colour) can be made a day ahea Note

For a great variation, make pesto and mozzarella croquettes by blending or processing ¾ cup firmly packed fresh basil leaves, 1 tablespoon roasted pine nuts, 1 tablespoon finely grated parmesan cheese, 1 quartered garlic clove, 2 teaspoons lemon juice and 1 tablespoon olive oil, until almost smooth. Add pesto to croquette mixture. Mould croquettes into […]

fish option Grill white fish cutlets. Cool; flake into pieces. Top rice salad with fish. Note

Spinach and ricotta filling can be prepared several hours ahead. Keep covered in the refrigerator. Fill bread, roll up and bake as required. Note

This Alsatian Christmas bundt is fluffy, buttery and completely delicious with its spiced walnut filling.

Use figs that are not too ripe. Overripe figs contain more moisture and will make the pastry soggy. Note

Make this delicious, colourful and fun big rig petrol tanker cake for you child's birthday.

You will need 5 limes for this recipe, and to cook 1 cup uncooked rice for the 3 cups cooked rice required. Note

The strong flavour of smoked trout makes an excellent counterpoint to the mild egg and potato base of this gorgeous frittata.

Dinner for two.

A delicious, buttery slice with a crumbly topping.

Put the kettle on and indulge in a thick slice of this crumble-topped raisin cake.

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Perfect served hot or cold, this crustless salmon and herb quiche is just the ticket when you're after a light lunch. Serve with a green salad.

Like a huge, plate sized piece of sushi, this free-form sushi makes a great share plate for a casual dinner party.

Simple, savoury and delicious, clear soup with prawns and spinach is quick to throw together and leaves you feeling nourished, which makes it perfect for a mid-week dinner.

A delicious and fun accompaniment to roast dinners.

Fennel using a smell test: a sweet, not sour, smell indicates freshness. Look for upright green fronds and a bulb that’s not bruised or slimy. Can store for up to 3 days in a plastic bag in the refrigerator. Fennel loses its flavour quickly, so use as soon as possible. Remove the outer layer of […]

You can use halved cherry, grape or mini roma (egg) tomatoes if you like. This recipe would make a delicious breakfast or brunch dish. Serve with a green salad or steamed asparagus. Note

Crispy and tender duck breasts with fig sauce and spinach risoni from Australian Women's Weekly.

Ahh, biscotti. It's really a biscuit for grown ups. We've given it a little facelift here, and added some coffee flavour and toasted hazelnuts; hide from the kids and enjoy with your afternoon cuppa.

A warming wintery roast lemon and garlic lamb rack from Australian Women's Weekly.

Mille-feuille, pronounced meal-fwee, translates as “thousand leaves”, and refers to puff pasty used in multi-layered sweet or savoury dishes. We’ve adapted the classic dessert version here by layering fillo pastry with almonds and honey.

Petit madeleines, such a big reputation for such a little cake. You too can make like you're in Paris, musing on times past with a pot of tea and a delicate madeleine.

Pernod is an anise-flavoured liqueur drunk straight, or diluted with ice or water, as an aperitif. The French also call it pastis, and it is popular drink in late afternoon as an appetite stimulant.

This recipe will make more Eight Spice Mix than you require for the tarts. Store excess in an airtight container and use in cakes, custards, stewed fruit, crumbles or creamy desserts. It is also fantastic rubbed on duck before roasting.

If you fancy doing something a little bit different with potatoes, this tapas-style dish of roasted thyme potatoes with spicy sauce is just what you're looking for.

This salad takes the classic flavours of Provence and combines them to make an elegant and flavoursome starter that is still quite light. All the components can be made in advance and simply assembled when you are ready to serve.

A fruity delight to share.

There was usually a tin of condensed milk in the fridge at home when I was growing up and my guilty pleasure was drinking it out of the can!

With a creamy custard filling and cinnamon sugar topping, these apple muffins are the perfect sweet treat.

Creamy and fragrant tofu and Thai eggplant massaman curry from Australian Women's Weekly.

Thai cuisine is full of exciting and fragrant flavours, which have been used to give this pickle a little zing.

Grilled vegetables and crispy-skinned salmon are made even more delicious with a zesty, spiced chermoula sauce.

Strawberries should be served as soon as possible after dipping. Note

Pop these delicious jam sensations in the oven and enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee and good conversation. The tartness of raspberry makes these cookies utterly irresistible. Experiment with quince jam or marmalade, if you like.

Keeping time: 3 days. Note

These desserts look gourmet, but without the fuss. Simple to put together and delicious!

This divine pie has a crunchy almond crust and is best served with a dollop of whipped cream or melting ice-cream.

We used semi-dried tomatoes, marinated artichokes, grilled eggplant and red capsicum for the antipasto mix; however, any combination of vegetables can be used. Note

Decadent baking in under half an hour? Amazing but true with this delicious chocolate slice recipe!

Lovers of the chocolate and mint combination will be delighted with this decadent brownie.

These divine little smoked salmon tartlets will be snapped up by guests at your next party.

Rice can be cooked the day before, store. covered, in the fridge Note

This is a quick and easy rendition of a traditional Sicilian involtini, slow-cooked meat rolls filled with vegetables served in a rich tomato sauce.

A smooth, savoury soup delicately seasoned with fresh chervil, cream of asparagus soup is silky and delicious.

This recipe is nut-free and egg-free. Note

This dish is the epitome of simple cooking. Perfect for a weeknight throw-together meal.

Frittata can be made a day ahead; keep, covered, in refrigerator. Note

A meat-free meal to feast on, these spicy Mexican beans with cornbread and avocado salsa are delicious.

An uncomplicated recipe that can be prepared as an everyday meal, or a `glam’ one for special occasions. Note

Bring Paris into your kitchen with this classic French bistro version of steak and chips (pommes frites): a tender piece of beef, grilled to perfection, served with freshly made skinny fries, twice cooked to crispy goodness.

An Asian-style spicy, sweet and sour green papaya salad topped with crunchy peanuts.

The beauty of the crumble is in its rustic look. There's no need to take too much care with the crumble topping, whichever way you toss it onto the delicious fruit, it will brown up and look so good when running with rivers of cream.

The food of Thailand takes first prize in the popularity stakes these days and no wonder: quick and easy to prepare, delicious recipes such as this are every cook's dream

Topped with fresh chilli and spring onion, these spicy beef and eggplant cups make a tasty starter or light meal.

Delicate and delicious cupcakes with white choc curls from Australian Women's Weekly.

The pancetta, stock and olives are already quite salty, so you should not need to add extra salt to this dish. Note

To prevent dough from sticking, dust the inside of the cutter with flour. Home-baked treats are healthier and more tasty than store-bought ones, and the kids can be involved in their making Note