Less than 60 minutes

Moist and nutty little coffee and walnut friands are utterly moreish.

We used Pedro Ximnez sherry, a dark syrupy style of sherry with a complex taste, however any sweet style is suitable. Note

Serve these lip-smacking spareribs with char-grilled new potatoes and a leafy green salad.

Depending on how many you share it with it's a snack, it's a meal or it's a starter. Whatever you call it, just one bite of that fragrant mexican spiced meat and bean combo on a crispy, hot, cheesy corn chip and you'll surely be calling it delicious.

Fennel is popular in French, Italian and Greek cooking and has a sweet licorice flavour. The entire fennel plant (bulb, stalks and leaves) is edible. The stalks can be used in soups and stews and the leaves (also known as fronds) can be used as a herb, providing great flavour to baked fish and poultry. […]

Utterly tasty and redolent of autumn days and all things earthy, this creamy polenta with slow-roasted mushrooms is full of the flavour of porcini mushrooms.

Antipasto literally translates to "before the meal" and is the catchall name for pre-dinner nibbles, usually including cured meats, and all sorts of delicious morsels. This one fits the bill, nicely.

Keeping time: 3 days. Note

These lip-smacking chicken wings are addictive and go beautifully with creamy capsicum and feta dip.

Healthy and delicious warm beetroot and lentil salad with pork sausages from Australian Women's Weekly.

If you have an electric pressure cooker you won’t need to reduce the heat to stabilise pressure,your cooker will automatically stabilise itself. Always check with the manufacturer’s instructions before using. Note

Topped with a fiery cucumber salsa, this chilled beetroot soup makes a delicious summer lunch.

This recipe celebrates the classic scone by keeping the ingredients and flavours simple.

Fried shallot (homm jiew) and fried garlic (kratiem jiew) are used as condiments on the table or sprinkled over cooked dishes. Both can be purchased canned or in cellophane bags at Asian grocery stores; once opened, leftovers will keep for months if tightly sealed. Make your own by slicing shallots or garlic thinly and shallow-frying […]

Recipe is not suitable to freeze. For the more common version of this dish, you can use a kilo of chicken pieces instead of the quail. Cacciatore means “hunter- style”, and a truly authentic recipe will call for rabbit. Note

lime and mustard dressing We used the sun-dried tomatoes that have not been preserved in oil; they are generally sold in plastic bags or loose by weight. Note

Delight the family this weekend with these fluffy buttermilk pancakes topped with sweet syrupy pears. It makes for a lovely start to the day.

An exquisite tapas or sharing dish for impressing your dinner guests.

Savoury, earthy mushroom cream sauce is gorgeous paired with these tender lamb steaks.

Choux pastry (pronounced "shoo") is the basis of many delectable desserts. Choux puffs such as these are among the most popular. Beautifully light, filled with crème pâtissière, who could resist them?

Covered in lollies and heart-shaped lollipops, this impressive crown cake is sure to be a hit.

If you want to reduce the intensity of the chillies, remove the seeds and membranes. Note

Make your own healthy and wholesome wheatmeal rolls from Australian Women's Weekly.

This dish is popular in Asia, the Middle East and Africa, and utilises a wonderful mix of those ethnic spices and flavours.

These tomato, zucchini and anchovy tarts are perfect treats for dinner parties or picnics.

These light, fluffy and delicious corn fritters are perfect picnic snacks.

When fish is steamed in this way it is beautifully moist and tender and falls off the bone. The banana leaves create a touch of authenticity, while hot and sour Asian flavours complete this traditional dish.

For a shortcut, use store-bought hummus and well-drained chargrilled eggplant. Note

A simple frittata makes an easy, light dinner with a green salad and crusty bread on the side.

Cherries and brandy are a dark, gorgeous and classy mix. It is the perfect gift to the person that has everything.

An exquisite witlof, fennel & zucchini salad with orange dressing from Australian Women's Weekly.

To get the best-shaped blocks, refrigerate or partly freeze the cake, then cut the cake into neat cubes. Note

There are as many versions of minestrone as there are regions in Italy, but this version simplifies the process with no loss of goodness or flavour.

This Indian pickle hails from Goa, and is delicious spread on sandwiches or mixed with rice and eaten with curries. Note

We used a good-quality egg mayonnaise and ready-made fried shallots in assembling this burger. The shallots, available packaged in most Asian food stores, will keep for months if stored tightly sealed. Note

Scones are a classic in the United Kingdom but have also quickly gained popularity throughout the world, especially for high tea.

Use white Candy Melts in place of chocolate Melts for an extra-white finish. Note

Serve as an aromatic side dish, or alongside other delicious nibbles as part of an antipasto platter.

Dip can be made three days ahead, store, covered, in the refrigerator Note

Kalonji are also known as Nigella seeds, which taste like someone combined onions, black pepper and oregano.

These tasty savoury corn and chive muffins are easy to make are are great as an on-the-go snack or healthy lunch box treat.

Heady with Moroccan seasoning, this lamb with chickpea and almond rice makes a great lunch or light dinner.

Tender grilled teriyaki lamb skewers with a refreshing and crunchy carrot salad make a great lunch or light dinner. Serve with steamed rice or noodles if you need something slightly more substantial.

This herby spinach, chickpea and feta tart is crumbly, buttery and flaky in all the right ways.

Let the smell of baking bread and fragrant rosemary infuse your home as you whip up this delicious quickbread.

Crispy grilled chicken with a delicious flavour-packed Thai-style nam jim.

These mouth-watering beetroot and goat's cheese pizzas are made with a delicious buckwheat wholemeal dough.

We used freeform paper cases made by pushing a 12cm square of paper (we used paper about the same thickness as printer paper) into ungreased pan holes, followed by a 12cm square of baking paper Note

You’ll need to cook about ⅔-cup (130g) white medium-grain rice for this recipe. We used calrose rice, but any white medium-grain rice can be used instead. Note

Satisfy your sweet tooth with this indulgent combination of honey, chocolate and crunchy almond.

Eggs are delicious in the morning, and with an Asian flare this is a new and exciting way to prepare them.

A slice is a great and versatile snack. This pink icing also adds a little fun to the mix!

Satisfy your tastebuds with this spicy pork and broccolini stir-fry.

Warm, fragrant and delicious, this potato, prawn and scallop salad makes a great starter or lunch.

Been searching for the perfect sauce to complete your meal? Look no further; this thick and easy gravy is sure to become a favourite with its rich flavours.

This deeply and appetisingly coloured Asian-style pork belly has a unique sweet and spicy flavour and melts in the mouth. The crunchy noodle salad is the perfect accompaniment.

A classic of French rural cooking, ratatouille makes a great side for lamb and chicken dishes.

The nutty flavour of burnt butter pairs beautifully with the tang of roasted marinated artichokes in this gorgeously simple pasta dish.

A small pizza with big flavour: Onion, anchovy and olive pizzetta.

Celebrate eight with this gorgeous yellow birthday cake decorated with edible orange flowers.

Refrigerate after opening; jam will keep refrigerated for several months. Note

Chinese-style poached chicken with spring onion and coriander from Australian Women's Weekly.

This vegetarian pasta dish is simple and perfect for the whole family.

One bite of these delicious mini chocolate tarts and your guests will be begging for the recipe. The orange flavoured liqueur adds the perfect touch of sophistication. Grand Marnier or Cointreau will work beautifully.

Here's a slightly more interesting take on your average roast chicken. If you're unable to find small chickens, larger ones cut into pieces will do. Adjust the spices to taste.

For a more intense brandy flavour, stir up to two tablespoons of brandy into the jam mixture before pouring into the jars. Note

This exciting and gorgeous dessert perfectly balances its flavours; a hint of tart mixed with smooth creaminess.

Numerous studies have shown members of the brassica family, which includes tuscan cabbage and cauliflower, offer some protection against cancers and heart disease, as well as age-related processes. Pecorino is a hard Italian sheep’s milk cheese similar to parmesan, which may be used instead. Note

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These cheesy polenta cakes go beautifully with a zesty, refreshing avocado salsa.

The tortilla strips can be prepared a day ahead; cool and store in an airtight container. Note

We used a sauternes-style dessert wine for this recipe. We used a 5cm (2-inch) fluted round cutter. You could also use a 5cm (2-inch) fluted square cutter or a fluted pastry cutter wheel to cut squares from pastry. Note

If you have time, marinate the ribs, covered, for several hours or overnight in the refrigerator. Note

This cute birthday cake is perfect for a little girl or boy who are excited about turning nine!