This backstrap and mint pesto is perfect served with sliced cooked potatoes

Cook 1 cup (200g) white long-grain rice the night before making this recipe, refrigerate it, spread thinly on a tray, covered, overnight. You need a large barbecued chicken, weighing approximately 900g, for this recipe. Note

Use a mandoline or V-slicer with a julienne attachment to cut the celeriac into thin strips. Note

For one-pot cooking, French provincial dishes can't be beaten with their simple methods and big flavours.

You can also use elbow macaroni or shell pasta instead of the penne. Note

Cherry tomatoes can be substituted for grape tomatoes. Note

Serve these honey mustard cutlets with spare sauce from the pan drizzled over them to help season the green beans.

Salt the skin side of the salmon and cook that side first, turning only once. That will guarantee you a lovely crispy skin. You could use tuna instead of salmon, if you like.

A balanced and healthy main of barbecued loin chops with creamy mash and flavoured butter.

A very healthy and succelent warm salmon, risoni and pea salad from Australian Women's Weekly.

serving suggestion Steamed baby peas. It is fine to use just one 300ml carton of cream for this recipe. Fishshouldbe an important part of everyone’s diet. Ocean trout is high in omega-3, essential for a healthy heart. It has a great flavour and texture; it’s available all year and can be used in a wide […]

Burgers have a bit of a bad image, mainly due to fast-food chains using highly processed ingredients and loads of fat. In fact, burgers are a wholesome and well-rounded meal if made with quality ingredients. Lean beef, salad vegetables, the bread of your choice – it’s all good, healthy stuff. Some people swear by beetroot on a burger, while others love pineapple, bacon and egg or a whole range of salads. However you like them, they’re a delicious family favourite.

French-style braised peas and green onions are a wonderful accompaniment for a juicy salmon fillet topped with fresh lemon zest. Serve on a bed of couscous to mop up all the delicious juices.

This tasty bean vegetable and soup is beautiful topped with a piece of crisp proscuitto. It's the perfect soup to warm your body and soul on those cooler Winter evenings.

We love slow cookers - simply pop all your ingredients into the cooker and come back to a warming, flavour-packed dish. This zesty hot and sour chicken soup tastes absolutely amazing after several hours of slow-cooking.

This wonderfully flavoursome cheese and herb stuffing puts a delicious twist on your usual roast dinner. Serve it hot from the oven, sliced thinly with potatoes and our homemade gravy.

Sweet and spicy Indian-style masala chicken drumsticks; great for main dishes or sharing platters.

Panko breadcrumbs can be found in the Asian section of most supermarkets. You can use packaged or fresh breadcrumbs in this recipe, if you like. Note

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.

Dinner for two.

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Spicy harissa makes a great marinade or rub for tender lamb loin chops. Serve with vegetables or salad for a delicious dinner.

The literal translation of "pot on the fire" refers to the way this old standard was originally cooked, in a huge cast-iron pot directly in the fireplace. Any combination of vegetables and meat can be used, and the French versions are as numerous as there are regions of the country.

The sticky sweetness of these apples is a perfect accompaniment to luscious rich pork belly.

Our version of this classic takes its lead from the traditional versions of Languedoc and Castelnaudary, but we've given it an update to make it a simpler, quicker and healthier dish. Haricot, great northern, cannellini or navy beans can be used in this recipe.

A garlic and rosemary roast lamb that is sure to become your new go-to Sunday favourite.

A tomatillo is a small green fruit that is a member of the tomato family. It is a basic ingredient in Mexican cooking and adds a tart flavour to food. It is covered by a papery husk, similar to that of an onion, which should be removed, as it is not edible. Tomatillos are also […]

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

This delicious roasted beetroot, broccoli and pearl barley salad is beautiful enjoyed warm with a creamy tahini dressing. It's the perfect example that healthy, vegetarian food can be delicious and filling!

Red emperor can be used in place of mahi mahi, if you prefer. This corn and chilli salad goes well with Mexican food too ­ use it to accompany beef fajitas or bean and cheese burritos. Note

Curry leaves are commonly used as seasoning in Indian and Sri Lankan cooking, much as we use bay leaves. When fresh, they have a short shelf life and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week. Dried, they keep indefinitely in an airtight container. The fresher they are, the better the flavour. […]

This simple dish of lamb with green beans is a perfect fast and flavoursome mid-week dinner recipe.

What better meal to share with family and friends than the classic roast leg of lamb. We've put together and fragrant and tasty anchovy and mustard rub to lift it to even greater heights.

For nicely crisped potatoes, heat the oven tray before adding the potatoes. Note

Add another ½ cup milk if making several hours ahead, as the sauce will thicken on standing. From cold, bake, covered, at 200°C/400°F for 30 minutes or until heated through then uncover and bake for a further 10 minutes or until browned. Note

A truly Italian pasta bake of chicken and broad bean rigatoni.

We used blue-eye trevalla in this recipe, but you can use any white fish fillets. Note

Sweet and fiery, these plump scallops make an excellent starter for an Asian-themed dinner.

This delicious roast vegetable salad is scattered with tender risoni pasta and sweet currants to create a flavour-packed, filling vegetarian meal.

With the perfect amount of spice, these tasty Turkish chicken kebabs are great for a family dinner or barbecue with friends.

This leek, goat cheese and brown lentil bake is incredibly easy to make, and packed full of goodness. Serve with crusty bread to soak up the juices.

Studded with chickpeas and dressed with a lemony yoghurt hummus, rich with the sesame flavour of tahini, this spinach and zucchini salad is the yummiest way possible to boost your iron levels.

These fresh Asian greens should be just tender when cooked. Fragrant garlic and ginger infuse both the greens and the tofu, and peanuts add crunch.

Check with the butcher to make sure the tripe has been cleaned and blanched. We suggest you blanch the tripe again ­(see first step) ­before cutting it into pieces. You might have to order the tripe from the butcher in advance. Note

Onion marmalade, also called caramelised onion relish or onion jam, is available, in jars, from large supermarkets and delicatessens. Note

A flavour packed crusted lamb rack roast dinner that will satisfy the entire family. We've served it here with creamy mash and steamed broccoli.

If kefalotyri cheese is unavailable, use parmesan cheese. Note