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Prawn and chorizo gumbo

Easy one pot dinners for the family

When it comes to quick and easy family dinners, you can't get much better than cooking it all in one appliance. We've gathered our favourite recipes that only need one pot, pan or casserole dish, from stews and soups to risotto and roast dishes. And the best part? These tasty meals are super easy to clean up.
Korean beef lettuce cups with pickled vegetables

Hands on dinner recipes for fun family meals

When it comes to preparing dinner for the family, we often stick to the recipes we know and love. But a really fun way to mix up your usual weeknight menu is to prepare some dishes you need to eat, and put together, with your hands. Your little ones will love getting to be a bit more messy with their meals, and you'll rest easy knowing you've put together a super quick, tasty and nutritious dish. Take a flick through and see which of our hands-on meals will get your family excited tonight.
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Christmas coffee wreath cake

Christmas coffee wreath cake

This stunning cake is shaped like a Christmas wreath to make your festivities even more special. Your loved ones will love how it looks, but obsess over how it tastes. The rich coffee mascarpone filling is utterly delicious.
Macadamia and fig Christmas pudding

Macadamia and fig Christmas pudding

The addition of sweet and juicy figs and crunchy Australian macadamia nuts puts a delightful twist on the classic steamed Christmas pudding. Cut yourself a big slice and serve warm with a drizzle of cream.
Baked breakfast recipes to super-charge your morning

Baked breakfast recipes to super-charge your morning

When it comes to breakfast in Australia, our minds might jump to a bowl of cereal with milk, granola and yoghurt or refreshing acai bowls. However, when the mornings cool down or you're enjoying a relaxing weekend, you might crave something a little warmer. To make the selection easier, here is a group of our favourite baked breakfasts including Middle Eastern-style shakshuka, sweet fruit loaves and muffins, and fibre-packed slices. Switch the oven on and let's get cooking...
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ANZAC biscuits

20 classic baking recipes from The Australian Women’s Weekly

When it comes to home cooking in Australia, there is no one more well-respected than The Australian Women's Weekly. And apart from their classic lunch and family dinner recipes, The Weekly is best known for their beautiful baked goods. From cakes and cupcakes, to pies and tarts, these delightful recipes are completely timeless and continue to be requested throughout the generations. Take a flick through and see what you'll be baking for your loved ones this weekend.
Vegan dinner recipes for the family

Vegan dinner recipes for the family

From hearty casseroles and curries to lasagne and pasta dishes, let us show you just how tasty eating meat-free can be. If you're following a vegan diet for ethical or health reasons, these dinner recipes are for you. They contain no animal products, but are all super delicious (and nutritious) and are guaranteed to fill you up and satisfy your cravings.

Wraps, pita pockets and tortilla recipes for quick and easy lunches

If you're looking for a tasty way to mix up your standard work or school lunchbox fillers, have a look through our collection of flavour-packed, filling recipes. From our grilled lamb and beef wraps, to our spicy fish tortillas and crispy beef and carrot pita pockets, there is something here for every tastebud. And the best part? Each of these recipes can be ready in under an hour and enjoyed warm or cool, whatever your preference. Lunch time just got so much more appealing!
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11 excellent egg-free desserts

11 excellent egg-free desserts

Most of us love to indulge in a cheeky sweet treat on occasion, but there are some people that are limited with their dessert choices due to allergies or intolerances. Luckily, we’ve pulled together a selection of our best egg-free desserts to satisfy all your cravings. And whether you want to tuck into a batch […]
Honey and vanilla cake

Simple butter cakes and tea cakes

We've pulled together a selection of our favourite sweet and fluffy butter cakes and tea cakes to enjoy alongside your mid-morning or afternoon cuppa. Cut yourself a big slice, pop on the kettle, and sit back and relax.
24 Classic Australian Women’s Weekly Dinner Recipes

24 Classic Australian Women’s Weekly Dinner Recipes

When it comes to Aussie home cooking, The Australian Women's Weekly are known for their hearty, flavoursome family dinners. We've pulled together a selection of some of the most popular dinner recipes from The Weekly, with everything from our classic apricot chicken and chicken cacciatore, to our Italian-style risotto and Indian-inspired dhal curry. You'll also find classics like our pasta and potato bakes, plus a retro tuna mornay recipe to bring back the memories. Have a flick through and see what tickles your fancy tonight.
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The green turkey burger

Healthy recipes with mince for dinner

It's cheap to cook with, easy to whip up quickly and can be an extremely versatile addition to many dishes, but mince certainly doesn't need to be boring. Once you add your herbs, spices, veggies and carbohydrate of choice, it can be super healthy and flavoursome. To show you how you can include more mince in your healthy recipes, here is a selection of our favourite chicken, beef, lamb and pork recipes. We've also included some lean turkey mince options to cut down on fat and kilojoules. Dinner that's healthy and tasty? Tick!
Perfect potato salad

The Australian Women’s Weekly Potato Salad Recipes

Potato salad is one of those Aussie picnic favourites that is loved by all. There's just something deliciously comforting about hearty boiled potatoes tossed with rich, creamy mayonnaise. This timeless staple goes well alongside grilled sausages, lamp chops and roast beef sandwiches. And the best part? The flavour variations are limitless. We've pulled together our favourite spins on the humble dish, some which include bacon, others with salmon, prawns and scallops. Dig in!
Roasted brussels sprouts & lentil salad

The best foods to eat when suffering from acid reflux

If you find yourself left with an uncomfortable feeling of burning in your chest and throat after eating, you may be suffering from acid reflux. There's a few lifestyle changes you can make to help reduce the severity of your reflux, which includes eating low-fat and non-acidic foods. Steamed, poached and grilled poultry and seafood is a great base for your meals, then add vegetables like fennel, celery and ginger (known for reducing acid in your body). Light, easy-to-digest carbs like oats, rice and couscous can also be eaten. Try to avoid high-fat foods like cream, cheese, avocado or mayonnaise.
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Mushroom and leek soup

Mushroom and leek soup

This classic winter soup is beautiful served hot off the stove-top with a generous drizzle of pure cream and some crunchy char-grilled baguettes. Comfort food has never been so quick, easy and surprisingly healthy.
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Veal schnitzels with spiced vegetables

Veal schnitzels with spiced vegetables

Jazz up your usual chicken schnitzels by using wonderfully tender veal. Serve your crumbed meat with a side of our spiced mixed vegetables for a quick and easy meal with lots of flavour.
chocolate hazelnut mousse cake

Chocolate hazelnut mousse cake

This impressive looking cake is a chocolate-lover's dream, complete with triple-choc shards, chocolate hazelnut mousse and an airy chocolate cake. You'll want to bring it out for special events, birthdays and weddings.
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13 recipes to use up your barbecue chicken

13 recipes to use up your barbecue chicken

If you've bought a ready-made barbecued chicken from the rotisserie or supermarket, and aren't sure what to do with the leftovers (aside from your standard chicken, lettuce and mayo lunchbox sandwiches), this collection of recipes should get your creative juices flowing and have you on track to whipping up something delicious. From our chicken and chorizo lasagne, to our chicken, spinach and blue cheese risotto, there's nothing boring about these tasty, and convenient, BBQ chicken recipes.
Buttery citrus orange and lemon cake

Lemon desserts recipes: Cakes, tarts and pies

This collection of dessert recipes honours the delightful fusion of sweet and tart. Lemons are a wonderful addition to many cakes, tarts, pies and slices, and bring a much-welcome kick to cut through the richness of some desserts. We've pulled together all the classics like lemon meringue cake, drizzle cakes and coconut syrup cakes, as well as a few inventive dishes like our lemontons, citrus marshmallows and lemon-sugar dusted doughnuts. Take your pick, you can't go wrong!
gluten-free strawberry bliss bomb pizzas

15 Beautiful Gluten Free Dessert Recipes

Just because you're avoiding gluten doesn't mean that you have to miss out on indulging in your favourite desserts. This collection of cakes, tarts, brownies, muffins and cupcakes are suitable for anyone who is allergic or intolerant to wheat or gluten. There's a white chocolate and blueberry scone recipe for morning tea, or a sweet and zesty lemonton recipe (that is, a take on the classic lamingtons). There's a couple of dairy free and sugar free recipes too, for those following vegan or sugarless diets. Take your pick!
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Savoury muffins recipes for school and work snacks

Savoury muffins recipes for school and work snacks

When people think about muffins, things like blueberry and apple muffins might come to mind, but savoury muffins are just as tasty (and make awesome lunchbox treats). From our cheese, corn and bacon muffins, to our herbed black quinoa and sweet potato muffins, these savoury treats prove how versatile these baked goods can be. Make a batch at the start of the week and divide them up amongst the family for healthy, filling snacks.
15 hearty potato bake recipes for comfort food at home

15 hearty potato bake recipes for comfort food at home

There is no better feeling than rugging up on the couch on a cool winter's evening, and scooping your fork through a bowl of hot, oozy, cheesy potato bake. With these recipes, you can make it as indulgent as you like by adding bacon, pancetta, mixed cheese or herbs. We've also got a one-dish lamb chop and potato bake recipe, or a Lebanese lamb and potato bake, for the real meat-lovers. There are variations with tuna and haddock, and of course, the old faithful recipe which produces a classic family dinner, every time.
Gluten-free family dinner recipes (that aren’t just salads)

Gluten-free family dinner recipes (that aren’t just salads)

Even if you and your family are avoiding gluten, it doesn't mean you have to miss out on hearty, warming meals (or just stick to simple salads, for that matter). This collection of recipes is perfect to share with loved ones, satisfying your flavour cravings while keeping your tummy happy. From our hearty curries, soups and risotto, to our homemade pies, tacos and pizza, there is truly something for everyone - even those who are eating gluten-free!
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9 mouth-watering vegetarian eggplant recipes

Eggplants are not just for baba ghanoush, you know. Roasted, fried, baked in a parmigiana... This is the vegetable gift that keeps on giving. These delicious vegetarian eggplant recipes (or aubergine recipes, depending on where in the world you are) will give you all sorts of dinner inspiration. Our top pick? Those eggplant parmigiana "meatball" subs. Too tasty!
Chocolate coconut slice

20 edible gift ideas for Mother’s Day

To make your Mother's Day even more personal, why not whip up a batch of homemade sweet treats to gift your mum this weekend? We've pulled together a collection of our best brownies, cookies and cupcakes, as well as homemade chocolate bark and crunchy meringues for the real sweet tooths. And to share, why not make a batch of our white chocolate rocky road, or French-style style macarons, perfect to enjoy alongside a pot of tea or coffee. Simply wrap your goodies in cellophane with a colourful ribbon, and watch her face light up!
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Mushroom, sage and buckwheat risotto

22 magical mushroom recipes

This humble fungus is an extremely versatile ingredient to many dishes, and happens to be packed full of fibre and plant-based protein, making it an excellent substitute for vegetarian diets. We've pulled together our favourite mushroom recipes for you enjoyment, from breakfast dishes like brushetta and ricotta-stuffed shrooms, to lunch and dinner stews, risottos and pasta. There's also a recipe for a traditional mushroom soup, and a few cheeky pizza recipes - dig in!
lamb cutlet recipes

12 delicious lamb recipes

As Aussies, you'd be hard-pressed to find a meat more celebrated than lamb, and it's not surprising why. This delicious meat is incredibly versatile, and can be enjoyed simply grilled on the barbecue with a sprinkle of fresh herbs, or incorporated into any dish you desire. We've gathered together our favourite lamb recipes, from slow-cooked pies and curries, to roasts, lamb burgers and Greek kebabs. There's also a few healthy salads for mid-week lunch ideas. Dig in!
Lamb shanks and eggplant stew

The ultimate lamb shanks recipe collection

Lamb shanks are one of the most irresistible meats when cooked well, and are best enjoyed falling off the bone and swimming in sauce. We've pulled together our favourite recipes, from Moroccan lamb shanks to curries, stews and a classic red wine number. Enjoy!
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COCONUT Banana Bread

16 sweet breads and loaves for morning tea

When you think of the word 'bread', your mind is probably drawn to a piece of freshly toasted sourdough, lathered with butter. But while we love our savoury breakfast, this collection celebrates the sweet and fruity loaves of bread that we like to cut up, smother with ricotta or jam and enjoy with a cup of tea. From the traditional banana bread, to a gluten-free date loaf, there's something for everyone. And for the chocolate lovers, try our choc-hummingbird bread - divine!
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Perfect picnic food: Ideas and recipes

Perfect picnic food: Ideas and recipes

If you want to do something extra special for your loved ones, organise a homemade picnic and go enjoy it sitting on a rug in a park, at the beach or in your backyard. You can make it as gourmet as you like, as these recipes include everything from sandwiches and pies, to salads and quiches. You'll also get a dessert recipe or two, like our fudgy brownies or little apple pies. There's a couple of vegetarian recipes too, so you can cater to every taste bud.
17 brilliant recipes for bacon lovers

17 brilliant recipes for bacon lovers

You'd be delighted to know that everyone's favourite salty, crispy meat is brilliant for so much more than Sunday morning fry-ups (not that they aren't delicious.) We've pulled together our favourite recipes which honour bacon, the delicious cut of pork which can be effortlessly incorporated in many dishes to add amazing flavour. From our savoury pizzas and quiches, to our burgers and skewers, there is something for every bacon-lover in this recipe collection.
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Adults only desserts: Alcoholic sweet treats for the weekend

These indulgent cakes, slices and puddings are wonderfully sweet and a little bit cheeky. Baked with a dash, or two, of our favourite wines, liqueurs and spirits, these decadent desserts are the perfect way to finish a long week. From our mocha self-saucing pudding and pina colada cupcakes, to our cream-filled brandy snaps and liqueur chocolate eclairs, there's a dish for every sweet tooth.
avocado and trout with fennel tzatziki

21 amazing ways to use your avocados

This creamy fruit is known for it's ability to jazz up salads and act as an awesome toast-topped with smashed up with feta, but there are so many more ways to enjoy the humble avocado. We've pulled together some of our favourite recipes, from our Mexican quesadillas and chicken burgers, to grilled panzanella and sushi, this bunch of savoury recipes are perfect for lunch and dinner with your friends and family.
salmon with green papaya salad recipe

24 seriously delicious salmon recipes

Often labelled as one of the healthiest types of fish to eat, due to it's high omega-3 fatty acids and protein levels, salmon is just as delicious as it is nutritious. This pink fish is beautiful enjoyed on it's own, whether that be raw, steamed or grilled with a light sauce. It also goes beautifully tossed through a salad or pasta dish, smoked and layered upon a pizza, or flaked throughout a flavoursome quiche. These recipes showcase our favourite ways to cook this brilliant piece of seafood, and are perfect for lunch or dinner.
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almond meringue& lemon curd cake

Wonderfully sweet white chocolate recipes

If you consider yourself a sweet tooth, these recipes are for you. We've gathered together our most indulgent white chocolate desserts to tickle your senses and satisfy your sugar cravings. From our dense mud cake, puddings and slices, to our delicious cookies, macarons and lamingtons, this is one dessert collection that you'll want to revisit again and again. You'll also find a lot of little treats in here, perfect for homemade gifts for loved ones (or yourself).
Indulgent chocolate cake recipes

Indulgent chocolate cake recipes

When you're craving something decadent for dessert, it's hard to go past the classic chocolate cake. And while the original recipe is undoubtedly brilliant, there are infinite possibilities for flavour combinations to improve on perfection. Here, we've gathered our favourite chocolate cake recipes, with everything from rocky road and orange mousse to espresso and hazelnut varieties. Indulge your sweet tooth and enjoy a slice, or three, of one of these gorgeous desserts.
zucchini and mascarpone tarts

19 exciting ways with zucchini

There are so many ways to use this humble vegetable other than boiling it and serving it on the side of dinner. We've pulled together some of our favourite zucchini recipes, with everything from pizzas, pies and lasagne, to some surprisingly sweet cakes and loaves for a healthier mid-morning treat.
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black forest cake recipe simple

Cheat’s black forest cake

With decadent chocolate, fresh cherries and a rich vanilla cream, this recipe has everything you love in a black forest cake but takes less than a quarter of the time to prepare!
Sparkles and south cocktail

Sparkles and south cocktail

This gorgeous cocktail recipe is courtesy of Sydney's popular bar, Della Hyde. It combines tequila, ginger and rhubarb to create a wonderfully zesty and fruity beverage to cool you down during a warm Summer evening.
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Salmon with herb & walnut salsa

Baked salmon with herb and walnut salsa

This beautiful baked salmon recipe was a must when Deborah Hutton was selecting recipes for her new book, 'Entertaining Made Easy'. After featuring it on The Australian Women's Weekly's TV Chistmas special, it has become a favourite on her Christmas table ever since.
Sugar-free chocolate cherry hazelnut bark

Sugar-free chocolate cherry hazelnut bark

This sweet and creamy chocolate 'bark' is studded with crunchy hazelnuts and chewy dried cherries to create a delicious, healthy treat for after dinner. It's easy to make, and refined sugar-free - bonus!
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Super seed brittle

Super seed brittle

This deliciously crunchy snack is packed full of healthy, whole seeds to give you sustainable energy to stay fueled for the day ahead. They're also nut-free, so they make a great homemade treat for the kids' lunchbox.
Chilli parmesan wafers

Chilli parmesan wafers

These spiced cheesy wafers are delicious to snack on with a drink, or wrap up and give to friends as homemade edible gifts. The addition of fresh parsley gives an awesome kick!
Salted popcorn and nut slice

Salted popcorn and nut slice

The perfect balance of salty, sweet and crunchy, this delicious homemade slice is great to enjoy as an afternoon pick-me-up, or wrap up and give as gifts to loved ones.
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christmas fruit mince pies

Christmas fig mince pies

Delight your family with these homemade Christmas mince pies. We've combined figs, cranberries and raisins to create a wonderfully sweet filling for these beautiful tarts.
Cheat’s frozen Christmas puddings

Cheat’s frozen Christmas puddings

These deliciously sweet frozen puddings are perfect for a hot Australian Christmas celebration. We'll show you the quick way to make these impressive desserts with minimal effort.
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Sticky glazed slow-roasted pork

Sticky glazed slow-roasted pork

Jazz up your usual Sunday roast or Christmas dinner with this deliciously sticky Asian spiced pork. It's slow roasted to create a wonderfully tender piece of meat your whole family will love.
Fairy terrarium cake

Fairy terrarium cake

Faeries of the glen terrarium! This cake decoration is perfect for a fairy themed birthday party - like a little edible magical world on your table.
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Lollipop balloon cake

Lollipop balloon cake

Hold on tight, we're taking flight! This cake decoration is perfect for a Alice in Wonderland themed birthday party, or a infant's nursery rhyme birthday party.
Waffle castle cake

Waffle castle cake

Brave knights defend the realm! This waffle cone castle cake is perfect for any birthday knights, and kingdom themed birthday parties.
Fairy cupcakes

Fairy cupcakes

Tiny faeries frolicking! Create these faeries cupcakes for a little fairy birthday girl, or a fantasy themed party.
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Hobbit's house cake

Hobbit’s house cake

Lord of the Rings-inspired hobbit house birthday cake! Make this birthday cake for any Lord of the Rings enthusiasts, and Hobbit fans of Sam, Frodo, Pippin and Merry.
Number 9 cake

Number 9 cake

You only turn 9 once in your life, so make this cool fire-breathing dragon out of lollies on top of a number 9 cake!
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Flamingo cake

Pink flamingo cake

Strawberry pink flamingo cake! This cake is perfect for a girls pink themed birthday party, plus the strawberry's add a fresh fruit appeal.
Peacock lolly cake

Peacock lolly cake

Peacock pomp and pageantry. Fan that tail! Make as many lolly skewers as there are children at the party so they can each have their own part of the peacock tail.
Mouse cake

Cute mouse cake

Quiet as a mouse. This cute heart shaped mouse is a fun animal birthday cake.
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Jelly fish bowl

Jelly fish bowl

Life in a fish bowl! Create this cool jelly fish bowl for a underwater themed birthday party.
Butterfly cake pops

Butterfly cake pops

These butterfly cake pops are cute additional birthday party food. All the kids will love these chocolate covered marshmallow and raspberry jellies with butterfly sprinkles.
Scrabble birthday cake

Scrabble birthday cake

Word play Happy Birthday! Write a message to the birthday child, or write all the names of the guests. You could even play a game and the guests can make words from the letters you create!
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Alphabet cake

Alphabet cake

A-B-C fun with letters! This birthday cake is perfect for preschool and early primary kids.
Piggy bank cake

Piggy bank cake

Piggy, the money maker! Piggy is a cute, fun birthday cake. Be sure to have lots of chocolate money left over to share around. Oink Cha-ching, oink oink!
Lamington checkers cake

Lamington checkers cake

Play edible checkers with this game cake! Use pink lamingtons for a pink themed checkerboard cake, if you prefer.
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Lolly truck cake

Lolly truck cake

Recycling lolly truck cake for the Chief of recycling! Use bottle lollies to keep with the recycle theme, but you can use mixed lollies, if you prefer.
Ghostly cupcakes

Ghostly cupcakes

Things that go bump in the night! These spooky cupcakes have meringue ghosts floating over fairy floss. Great for kids Halloween or birthday parties - OOOOooooOOooo!
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Ant farm cake jars

Ant farm cake jars

Busy working at the Ant Farm! Get really creative making ants colony out of white icing in the jars. Outdoorsy kids will love checking out the chocolate sprinkle ants colony and eating it too!
Firecracker cakes

Firecracker cakes

The start of the BIG BANG! These firecracker cakes are filled with popping candy - watch the children's faces when the candy spills out cutting the cake!
Star burst cake

Star burst cake

The Sun is a great ball of fire! This birthday cake has chocolate covered ice cream cone solar flares, and is perfect for any wannabe astronauts or star gazers.
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Science experiment cake

Science experiment cake

Crazy scientist experiment birthday cake for your little scientists! Fill the cone flasks with lollies so the children get a surprise when they lift the cone flasks!