Modern Australian

You will need about five blood oranges for the juice. Syrup suitable to microwave. Note

Un-iced cakes can be frozen for up to 2 months. Not suitable to microwave. Cakes can be made up to two days ahead; store in an airtight container. Ice up to one day ahead. Note

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

Suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Not suitable for freeze or microwave. For variation, you can add sliced mushrooms when cooking the bacon, or green onions or corn with the capsicum, if desired. Note

1 barbecued chicken will yield 3 cups (480g) shredded meat. You could use poached or pan-fried chicken breasts or thighs, if preferred. Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

Not suitable to freeze . Cherry Compote suitable to microwave. Note

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

Suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. This salad, without the dressing, can be made several hours ahead and refrigerated, covered. Note

Chocolate and butter suitable to microwave. Suitable to freeze. Note

This recipe can be made up to two weeks ahead. Note

Sweet, crumbly and utterly indulgent, enjoy a piece of this beautiful chocolate shortbread with a cuppa for morning or afternoon tea. Or, make it for your loved ones - it's the perfect gift for Christmas or birthdays.

A sugar (candy) thermometer, from kitchenware stores, is essential for this recipe. Nougat can be made a week ahead. Store nougat in an airtight container between layers of baking paper in a cool, dry place. If the weather is humid, make close to serving. Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

Sauce suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

This recipe can be made up to two weeks ahead; store in airtight containers in a cool, dry place, but not in the refrigerator. Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

Ice-cream can be made several days ahead. Apricot mixture can be made a day ahead. Suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Wake up to feta-spiked omelettes.

Not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

Not suitable to freeze. Note

You will need about eight to 10 limes for this recipe. Not suitable to freeze. Suitable to microwave. Note

Un-iced cakes can be made four days ahead; store covered in an airtight container at room temperature or suitable to freeze. Ice cakes on the day of serving. Chocolate and butter suitable to microwave. Note

Uncooked dough suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Store biscuits in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. Note

Green prawns can be used in place of scallops. If a small piece of wonton wrapper dropped into the oil sizzles immediately, it is ready to use. Note

Add a little extra honey to dressing if it is too tart. Toast almonds in a dry frying pan over a medium heat for 2-3 minutes until golden. Note

Adorable chocolate cupcakes with a hint of coffee and a gorgeous swirl of coffee buttercream for the coffee lover in your life.

Fresh and tasty, these mushroom and spinach tarts are simple to make and sure to impress any guests. They're also vegetarian.

This delicious creamy soup is packed full of earthy mushroom flavour, making the perfect lunch or light dinner in the cooler months.

Nashi – the main variety being nijisseiki – are ready for eating when their skin is a light yellow-green colour. When over-ripe they turn a richer yellow and begin to loss their crisp texture. Note

These fluffy oat and buttermilk pancakes marry crispy bacon and fresh figs for the perfect combination of sweet and savoury. For the final touch, add a drizzle of maple syrup.

These decadent bite sized cakes will leave an explosion of flavour in your mouth with every nibble. Perfect to serve at Christmas time, we've combined fragrant fruit mince pies with sweet, creamy melted chocolate.

There's no need to wait for a family gathering or until you get a group of friends together before you can enjoy a roast meal. Sit down together to our roast chicken for two and enjoy!

Serve this salad as an accompaniment to grilled fish or roast chicken, or with crumbled goat’s cheese as a main meal.

This one is guaranteed to be your new family favourite!

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

Not suitable to freeze. Brussels sprouts suitable to microwave. Note

Chilli and herb swede crush

To poach an egg, bring a shallow saucepan of water to the boil. Reduce heat to a gentle simmer and add 2 teaspoons of white vinegar. Stir to create a whirlpool. Break egg onto a plate and slide into water. Cook for 3-4 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon. Note

Uncooked pastry suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Must be made at least six hours ahead. Not suitable to freeze. Suitable to microwave. Note

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

Not suitable to freeze or microwave Note

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

Marmalade will keep, unopened, for 6 months in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight. Once opened, refrigerate for up to 3 months. Note

Cool, fruity and refreshing, this beautiful pomegranate cosmopolitan is perfect for a night out with your friends or relaxing afternoon drinks on a hot Summer's evening.

Potato and pastrami tortillas

Not suitable to freeze. Pumpkin suitable to microwave. Note

The meringues can be made up to a week ahead. The red fruit salad can be prepared up to six hours ahead. Note

This recipe is best made close to serving. Note

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

Stuffed with tender fish, prawns and scallops, these Asian inspired ravioli are a must try for all seafood lovers.

Not suitable to freeze. Potatoes and peas suitable to microwave. You will need about 350g whole broad bean pods for this recipe, or use frozen broad beans. Note

Not suitable to freeze. Suitable to microwave. Note

You will need to soak bamboo skewers in water for 20 minutes or grease metal skewers before use. Note

Crispy layers of meringue, thick cream and sweet fresh strawberries come together to create a cake that is the epitome of sweet summer flavours.

Curd will keep in an airtight jar in the fridge for up to three weeks. Use 3 lemons in place of oranges to make lemon curd. Note

Not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

A festive take on a party favourite.

To make a cauldron for the witches’ brew, insert black, dark grey or purple fabric or paper into large dark bowl or pot, then place container with witches’ brew into cauldron. Or you could just cover a large punch bowl with the paper or fabric and put the brew straight into the bowl. Note

Zucchini and cheese pie

Pairing two of our favourite desserts, rich and creamy cheesecake and decadent chocolate brownies, this dessert recipe is sure to please any sweet tooth. Make a batch to share with your loved ones this weekend.