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A spiced apple and prune filling is sandwiched between buttery shortcrust pastry in this easy, delicious slice.

The perfect recipe to share Turkish lamb fillo cigars from Australian Women's Weekly.

Fresh grapevine leaves can be found in most specialist greengrocers. Alternatively, you can purchase pre-packed leaves in brine from Middle-Eastern food stores; rinse and dry well before using. Note

You will need to grate about 3 carrots for this recipe. Use the grating blade of the processor if desired. Note

This French caramelised apple tart is delicious with a dollop of whipped cream or melting ice-cream.

Almond and apricot stuffed pork leg; great for sharing with friends and family.

EQUIPMENT 30cm (12-inch) round wooden cake board 20cm (8-inch) round wooden cake board 15cm (6-inch) round wooden cake board 6 wooden cake skewers small offset metal spatula 2 x quantities fluffy frosting Fresh organic flowers white florist’s tape Make the frosting after you have stacked and secured the cakes. You need to work quickly once […]

Tender pork loin well stuffed makes a fabulous centrepiece for a special dinner. You can add pine nuts for added bite, or in place of the macadamia nuts, if you like.

Cooking fish correctly is simple, as long as you remember that it will continue to cook once it's removed from the pan. Salmon is best if it is slightly undercooked, as this gives the best texture and taste.

The melding of these ingredients yields a sticky ginger caramel flavour that really transforms the ham to golden perfection.

There are fewer meals more comforting than succulent beef roast, creamy mash and delicious baby beets.

For a variation, combine potato flesh with one finely chopped green onion and 2 tablespoons each of sour cream and sweet chilli sauce. Divide filling among potato shells and serve topped with extra green onion, sour cream and sweet chilli sauce. Note

Fun, colourful and utterly delicious, this cute jellyfish birthday cake is perfect for an under-the-sea style kids party or animal lovers.

We used cranberry sauce not whole berry sauce. Use chicken mince if you prefer. Note

Spicy, crisp-skinned and deliciously tender, Shantung chicken is vinegary, sweet and delicately spiced.

Most cheesecakes benefit from being made a day ahead; the flavours develop and the texture becomes firm.

Rich coffee custard, glossy dark chocolate and a buttery biscuit base make these coffee custard tarts something a little bit special.

Kids will love these bolognese pies topped with cheesy mashed potato.

We used flathead for the firm white fish fillets. Pie can be made to the end of step 4 up to 6 hours ahead. Note

The cave is made up of three cakes, so while it may look fiddly and complicated, it isn’t. The kids’ll think you used magic to make it. Cooked cakes can be frozen for up to one month. Thaw at room temperature for about six hours. Cake can be iced and decorated one day ahead (except […]

Serve with couscous. Note

A delicious thick-cut dark whisky marmalade from Australian Women's Weekly.

Two is never terrible when it comes to this delightful birthday cake by the Australian Women's Weekly. Buttercream hides a multitude of sins, so don't worry about any little mistakes!

equipment deep 26cm x 36cm baking dish 30cm x 46cm covered cake board (page 110) decorations 3 red ALLEN’S SNAKES ALIVE 1 each orange, yellow and green ALLEN’S SNAKES ALIVE 2cm silver disco ball silver edible glitter 52 ALLEN’S MARELLA Jubes 1.3 metres silver sequined ribbon Edible glitter is available from specialist cake decorating shops. […]

Tangelos are a cross between a tangerine and grapefruit. They look like an especially richly coloured, smallish orange with a slight neck at the stem end, and taste like a sweet orange.

Tender chicken livers bring their incomparable flavour to this rich chicken terrine layered with asparagus spears and wrapped in prosciutto.

Considered the national dish of many Middle Eastern nations, Kibbeh, is made of burghul, minced onions and finely ground lean beef, lamb, goat or camel meat with and mixed spices.

Granny Smith apples are best for this recipe. Refrigerate relish after opening. Use a wide vegetable peeler or mandoline to cut celeriac and zucchini into long thin ribbons. Note

This pie is a feast of the senses with a healthy alternative crust.

You can buy the ham hock from delis or your butcher. Make a large quantity and store leftover soup in fridge or freezer in individual serving sizes for later lunches. Note

Enjoy your favourite pudding in spectacular cake form.

Also known as butter beans, lima beans are small and pale green if picked young or large, flat and white if picked when fully grown. The baked beans are even better if made a day in advance, as this allows the flavours to develop. Note

Don't be put off by the amount of garlic in this recipe. It infuses the chicken with a wonderful, yet not overpowering flavour. You can always discard it after cooking, if you don't want the full garlic experience!

Served with warm custard, these chocolate and cherry puddings would add the perfect finishing touch to a dinner party.

Hearty and warming, ribollita is a famous Tuscan soup made with bread and vegetables. It's perfect for a cool Winter's evening.

This particular version is Pakistani in origin, with a nod to India in its choice of spices. Garam masala is a mixture of assorted aromatic spices used in kitchens throughout the subcontinent. It is available in some supermarkets if you don’t have time to make our recipe. Note

Casserole can be made a day ahead; cover, refrigerate until required. Note

Chocolate and caramel are a match made in afternoon treat heaven.

Cannelloni is a delicious stuffed Italian pasta, which we've filled with a flavoursome ricotta, spinach and herb mix in this recipe. Serve the pasta topped with a fragrant tomato sauce and oozy melted cheese.

Fragrant and filling Thai-style green chicken curry pies make a great alternative to your usual meat pie. Accompany with plenty of green vegetables for a complete meal.

Packed full of goodness, this hearty butterflied chilli chicken dish is perfect for a hungry family dinner. Served with crispy sweet potatoes, it is a sure-fire hit!

This tender braised octopus in red wine recipe works well cooked in a cast-iron pot over a low flame.

This marshmallow-textured pavlova is cooked directly on the platter it's served on, which eliminates the risk of breaking the fragile meringue when transferring it. Simply make sure the platter is plain, sturdy and ovenproof.

The apples can be cooked ahead of time and left in the pan, covered, in the fridge. The tarte tatin can be finished and transported in the pan if you’re picnicking – simply reheat on the barbecue or fire before turning out and serving warm.

Gingerbread cases can be made 3 days ahead; store in an airtight container. Assemble tarts on the day of serving. Top with caramel shards just before serving, as they will slowly melt, especially in humid weather. Note

Chicken casserole is a classic one-pot winter warmer dish. We've elevated it to 'posh' status here, with the addition of mushrooms, celeriac and juniper berries.

This recipe is gluten-free, wheat-free, yeast-free and dairy-free. Use a hot dry knife to cut the cake. storage Note

With a cloud-like, marshmallowy centre, this pavlova is the stuff dreams are made of. Serve with lashings of whipped cream, and fresh berries.

Pumpkin makes traditional gnocchi even softer and more tender, while the rocket pesto adds a blast of flavour to the finished dish.

TODDLER TIP Give your toddler one mashed or chopped fish burger with a little of the carrot and lettuce. Note

Hearty and warming, this harissa and mint spiced veggie stew is the ultimate comfort food for a cool Winter evening in.

A delicious veal parmesan dish popularised in New York by Italian immigrants.

Espagnole sauce is one of Auguste Escoffier's five mother sauces that are the basis of sauce-making in classic French cooking.

Pie is best left to cool completely before slicing. Note

Take your stew to the next level with this slow-cooked beef tagine.

This dense, moist almond carrot cake has a delicious lemon cream cheese frosting. If you prefer, you can use orange juice and zest in place of lemon in both the cake and frosting.

An updated version of the Armenian nutmeg cake, this cake uses different spices and is more like a slice having a cake-like topping. Any nuts, such as almonds, pecans, walnuts or hazelnuts, can be substituted for the pistachios. Butter should be chopped while still refrigerator-cold. Using a medium- to large-sized food processor or large blender […]

Creamy and delicious, baked rice pudding is a classic dessert. Bring a shot of new flavour to an old favourite with this poached quince and almond topping.

In Indian cooking terms, masala literally means ground or blended spices but, informally, has come to mean a “mix” or “mixture”; a masala can be whole or ground spices, a paste or powder, or a sauce-like curry incorporating solid elements. Banana chillies, also known as wax chillies or hungarian peppers, are almost as mild as […]

It might be a touch retro, but Beef Wellington is also a bona fide classic, the jewel in the crown of British cooking.

This beautiful jelly is perfect for layering in a trifle or served simply with scones or toast for breakfast.

The fruit needs to stand overnight before starting the recipe. You can swap the dark rum with brandy or sweet sherry, if you like. This cake is overflowing with cherries and currants rather than the typical variety of mixed fruit. Note

Served over crispy grilled polenta, this rich beef ragu is comforting and perfect for the cooler weather.

Swiss brown mushrooms, also known as roman or cremini, are light-to-darkbrown in colour with a full bodied flavour. Store on a tray in a single layer, covered with dampened absorbent paper, in a spot where cool air can circulate freely around them. Note

Served warm with a slather of butter, this golden loaf is perfect for the cooler months of the year.

This zingy lime and coconut slice is just what you need to awaken the tastebuds.

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

The freshness of this asparagus, pea and lemon pilaf is perfect for a spring or summer evening.

There's nothing more authentically Australian than serving up a classic pavlova, laden with cream and fruit, at the end of a summer's day barbecue.

Asian-style vegetable dumplings in broth from Australian Women's Weekly.

Rich, sweet and earthy, this hazelnut butterscotch self-saucing pudding is an excellent way to warm up this winter.

As with the word casserole, tagine also has two different culinary meanings. Originally from Moroccan kitchens and now found in many of ours, a tagine is the earthenware, cone-lidded vessel in which the spicy, fragrant North African stew with the same name is cooked. The lid serves as a vent, allowing the steam to escape, […]

This recipe is simple and oh so sweet, but the best part? It uses less refined sugar, and instead opts for the delicious natural sweeteners of dates and honey. Bonus!

It is fine to use just 1 x 300ml carton (tub) of thickened cream. When spreading the cream mixture over the sponge, don’t go too close to the edges, the cream will spread a little when you add the next layers. To make dark chocolate ganache; bring cream to the boil in medium saucepan; remove […]

To butterfly quails, cut down either side of the back bone with a pair of kitchen scissors, poultry shears or a knife; discard backbone, open quails out flat. To remove seeds from the pomegranate, cut a whole pomegranate in half and scrape the seeds from flesh with your fingers while holding the pomegranate upside down […]

These syrup-soaked milk balls are similar to sponge cake in texture. Popular in India and Pakistan, gulab jaman are usually served in syrup spiced with cinnamon, star anise and cardamom, and flavoured with rosewater.