Just for you: a simple recipe for a standing rib roast. For a perfect result, bring the meat to room temperature before roasting, season it well, and rest before serving.

Sweet, rich and utterly decadent, these gorgeous desserts are packed full of fresh dates and are beautiful enjoyed warm with a dollop of fresh cream or ice-cream.

Slathered with thick and sweet caramel icing, this slice rich and delicious afternoon treat to be savoured slowly.

This loaf freezes well – either whole or in slices. Note

Taste the dressing before serving to ensure it is a perfect balance of hot, sour, sweet and salty. If it is too hot, add extra lime juice and sugar. If desired, you could a little crushed peanut brittle or bean sprouts for extra crunch and sweetness. Note

This is also delicious made with fish instead of steak. Reduce cooking time to 10 minutes. Curry can be made 1 day ahead. Note

If preferred, use 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary instead of fresh. Note

If liked, add some crumbled feta cheese and chopped semi-dried tomatoes. Note

To make chocolate curls, melt 1 cup white chocolate melts. Cut out several 8 x 10cm squares of baking paper. Spread or pipe (in a lacy pattern) a thin layer of chocolate onto paper in an oval shape. Fold over and carefully press tips of chocolate together to create a hollow loop. Support loops on […]

Crispy, salty and filling, these delicious bacon and potato fritters make a tasty breakfast, lunch or dinner dish, especially when topped with a dollop of sour cream, fresh herbs and runny poached eggs.

Allowing the cheesecake to cool in a turned-off oven helps prevent cracking. Note

You’ll need 1 1/2 packets of biscuits for the base. The filling will keep cooking after the oven is turned off, so it should be just set in the centre, with a slight wobble. Note

This fruit loaf freezes well in individual portions, making it great for lunches. Note

Beautifully retro and irresistibly delicious, the folk at Woman's Day would like to re-introduce you to the brandy snap. Eat immediately to preserve the crispness, you say? If we must.

Warming, comforting and oh-so-simple, make bread and butter pudding a staple dessert in your house this winter.

Wombok, or chinese cabbage, is identified by its elongated shape and overlapping leaves. It has a mild flavour and a wonderful crunch, perfect for stir-fries and salads. Note

Pie apple is available in cans or jars. Or use 1 peeled cored and chopped green apple instead. Note

Zucchini can be replaced with mashed banana if preferred. Note

A classic Australian pub dish, the combination of golden crumbed chicken, eggplant and oozy cheese is unbeatable for a delicious lunch or dinner.

Looking for a make ahead dinner? These chicken pot pies freeze well.

These tasty parcels filled with tender chicken and cheese will become a family favourite. And they make a great addition to the lunchbox too!

To prepare pappadums quickly and easily, spray with oil and arrange on the turntable of your microwave oven. Cook on high (100%) power 1 minute, until puffed and crisp. Cool before serving. Note

To prepare hokkien noodles, loosen slightly and place in a large heatproof bowl. Cover with boiling water. Set aside 2-3 minutes, stirring with a fork to separate noodles. Note

Who can resist a slice of rich, dense chocolate fudge cake? Serve with a dollop of fresh cream.

Sweet, golden and full of gorgeous flavours, this beautiful coconut and raspberry cake is perfect for an indulgent morning or afternoon tea with your friends.

We used a mixture of cooked prawns, cooked flaked salmon and marinated mussel meat for this cold seafood salad. You could also used smoked or canned salmon.

For added flavour, add a squeeze of lemon juice to your seafood pasta. Hot-smoked salmon steaks are available in the ready-to-eat section of the supermarket fridge. Note

Hot, perfectly cooked mussels are beautiful simmered in a creamy, fragrant tomato and chill sauce. Enjoy them straight out of the pot with a glass of wine.

A classic dessert often served after a big meal in Chinese restaurants. Make it for your loved ones at home and serve with fresh fruit for a quick and tasty treat. The combination of a crispy golden coating and cool, creamy ice-cream is unbeatable.

Look for the pink Australian Pork mark on products that contain only Australian pork. Store ham in a calico ham bag. Wash the bag in a solution of 2 cups water and 1 tablespoon white vinegar and wring out. Cover the cut ham with the reserved rind or baking paper. Place ham in bag and […]

A classic Australian combination, experience the taste of your favourite pub meal at home with this deliciously tender fillet steak, topped with a creamy mushroom sauce and served with crisp potatoes.

Some believe florentines to be an Italian creation. They're actually French. Wherever their origin, this recipe is just the ticket. Now will someone pop the kettle on?

Opposites attract in this cake with sour cream, white chocolate and apricot creating an explosion of flavour in your mouth.

If you're looking for a warm, comforting winter meal you will certainly enjoy this seafood soup.

Escape those Winter blues with this filling laksa, bursting with spicy flavours, vegetables and juicy prawns.

Tender veal simmered in a rich, creamy sauce makes a perfect Winter meal. Serve with mashed potato or soft polenta.

This savoury and deeply tasty pork sausage risotto can be whipped up in a flash with this pressure cooker recipe. No need to stand around stirring, just get the dish underway and relax.

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

Pea and lettuce soup

Pressure cooker aficionados know well the pleasure of serving up a dish that should take 4 hours, after a mere half and hour or so. This tender Italian chilli braised pork is a brilliant example.

Take the classic cream sauce up a notch with whole green peppercorns that gives an exciting edge to your steak meal.

Start your day off on the right tastebuds with this delicious spicy vegetarian omelette.

As the weather starts to get colder, it's time to revisit warming Autumn desserts and this crumble is a real winner.

Accompany this with leafy salad. Note

Make chocolate curls using a vegetable peeler run lengthways along the edge of a block, to create small curls. Note

Make the most of cherry season and preserve the flavour to enjoy for months to come.

Add blanched broccoli florets, asparagus or corn kernels, if desired. Note

Use leftover roasted potato and pumpkin from any roast meat meal. Note

Serve this with a fresh green salad, avocado and shaved parmesan for a tasty and gluten-free lunch or dinner. Note

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Seafood and eat it.

Pre-made pancake wrappers are available from Asian supermarkets. To make your own crepes, whisk 1 cup plain flour, 300 millilitres milk and egg together. Cook 2 tablespoons of mixture at a time, in a lightly oiled pan over medium heat, until golden. Turn and cook the other side. Note

Make this a main meal salad by tossing through a well-drained 400g can tuna or salmon. Note

Cooking with green tomatoes is a great way to use up those pieces that just won't ripen, either on the vine or off. Serve with cold meats and cheese or on sandwiches and burgers.

Home made preserves are so very simple to make, and there's so much pleasure to be had from eating jam you made yourself.

A traditional British dish, a fully dressed Guard of Honour rack of lamb is fit for any celebration or festive occasion.

When you tie the baking paper and foil with string, leave a long piece of string to allow for easy removal from the cooker. Note

Shaoxing wine is available from Asian food stores. Note

Instead of mango, use another soft fruit of choice. Toast the sesame seeds by stirring them in a frying pan over a medium heat 2-3 minutes. Transfer to a bowl. Note

You can also make this dish using pork belly. A side dish of steamed crunchy Asian greens will complement the sweet stickiness of this pork. Note

Serve drizzled with a little extra-virgin olive oil if liked. Note

The tasty morsels are a great way to sneak in some extra vegies without the kids noticing.

Turkey mince is learner than regular beef or pork mince. To hide added vegetables from the kids, grate vegies rather than chopping them. Add chopped basil for green goodness and flavour. Note

Sticky and sweet with just a whisper of tartness, a good old-fashioned lemon meringue pie is always greeted with murmurs of appreciation. This one is no different.

This slow-cooked beef curry is a perennial favourite in Thai restaurants. When you cook it at home, it may take a while but the aroma and melt-in-the-mouth flavour makes the time spent worthwhile.

You can make your own Moroccan spice mix: combine 1 tsp each of ground cumin, ground coriander and ground ginger, and 1/2 tsp each of allspice, cinnamon and cayenne pepper. Note

For a super authentic flavour to this amazingly tender Moroccan lamb pie, substitute preserved lemon rind for fresh. Cumin seeds add that final, exotic flourish.

Sweet, fluffy and golden, these beautiful orange and poppy seed friands are wonderful served topped with a oozy citrus syrup, keeping the cakes deliciously moist.

Use other nuts of choice, such as macadamia or chopped pecans. Note

This oven-baked risotto is perfect for a weeknight dinner. Hearty and delicious, minus all the stirring, it's so simple!

With the addition of apple and sultanas, this sweet beef dish is the perfect recipe to get the kids enjoying curries.

Line base and 2 sides using 1 strip of paper Repeat with remaining 2 sides. These will act as levers when removing slice from pan. Note

Overcooking or a hotplate that’s not hot enough will result in tough prawns. Note

Treat yourself to something a little bit different with this refreshing fennel salt and apple salad, complete with lean, juicy pork.