Dhal and paneer vegetable curry, cheese recipe, brought to you by Australian Women's Weekly

There's nothing like a bowl of mixed dhal when you need a nourishing, easy and inexpensive meal that doesn't compromise on flavour.

This chutney is very intense, so use sparingly. Note

You cannot beat one of these classic Italian cookies served alongside a cup of coffee.

Topped with lemon curd, whipped cream and blueberries, this almond meringue cake is a show-stopper.

A grain often used for puddings and desserts, and as a thickening agent in cooking, tapioca is sourced from the root of the cassava plant (unlike sago, with which it is often confused, which comes from a variety of palm). Note

If pastry is too dry, add 2 teaspoons of water with egg yolk. Note

Make the most of the cooler weather with this decadent, creamy apple cheesecake.

The secret to good rabbit casserole is long and slow cooking. You may be able to source it from your local farmers' market, otherwise you can order on-line from a number of game meat specialists in Australia.

The kids will love these simple baked jacket potatoes with savoury mince topping, and so will the household budget.

Spicy barbecued chicken pieces with an even spicier tomato salsa.

A classic French chicken casserole braised in a rich red wine and vegetable sauce.

We used a mixture of peanuts, cashews, almond kernels and walnuts. Note

Recipe is best made just before serving. Use the jam of your choice in this pudding. Note

You can cut the rind into strips as thin or thick as you like, adjust the cooking time accordingly. Note

This dessert is absolutely stunning with a beautiful rustic flare, layered eggnog pavlova could quickly become a family Christmas tradition.

Hipster meets old-school Italian in this chai latte biscotti, and the results are in. They're delicious! Whip them up for an afternoon tea gathering with friends, or wrap them for a thoughtful gift.

The addition of the cream cheese gives this luscious cake an especially moist, rich quality.

Frozen cranberries can be replaced with other tart or tangy fresh or frozen fruits, such as cherries, raspberries or even pomegranate seeds, for an equally festive look. Note

A Portuguese rendition of a traditional dish of coastal India called Sagoti.

These beautiful cupcakes are delightful for special occasions. The food colour and berry type can also be changed to suit a different colour palate if preferred.

You need overripe, almost black, bananas for this recipe because they give the best flavour. If your bananas are not ripe enough, put them in a paper bag in a cool place (not the refrigerator) for a day or two. Note

Reminiscent in flavour of boscaiola sauce, this delicious soup combines mushroom and bacon and in a thick, creamy base.

Vienna almonds are whole almonds coated in toffee; they make a beautiful topping for this cake.

Lift these tasty beef samosas to the next level with this fresh peach and raisin chutney.

A crispy and delicious Indian-style tandoori chicken dish; perfect for sharing with friends and family. Serve with coriander, cucumber and mint salad and mint raita.

These light and fluffy cookies are so lifelike they look as though they have fallen straight off the tree. They are exceptionally lovely served with a bowl of vanilla-bean ice-cream. If the dough doesn’t spread to fill inside the cutters, use a skewer to push the dough into the points of the cutters. The leaves […]

These brownies are very fudgy; refrigerate for several hours to make cutting them easier.

This great British pickle is wonderful served with hamburgers, grilled meats or with cold meats on sandwiches.

These fragrant pies are a great savoury lunch snack.

To freeze; complete recipe to the end of step 3. Transfer to an airtight container. Label, date and freeze for up to three months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator. Reheat in a large saucepan until hot. Stoba, a popular stew eaten throughout the Caribbean, is usually made with goat, but we’ve used lamb because it’s […]

Tender, delicious and full of colour; warm beef salad with black-eyed peas, corn and chimichurri.

In the English-speaking world, the hard, slightly yellow root vegetable that slightly resembles a large dried turnip is called a swede in England and Australia, a neep in Scotland and rutabaga in the United States. Because this vegetable thrives in the cold, it has always been popular in Scandinavia, especially in Sweden, hence the name. […]

Fragrant and flavoursome dry beef curry with onions and peanuts from Australian Women's Weekly.

Tender and flavoursome braised borlotti beans with tomato and garlic from Australian Women's Weekly.

The trick to making a good pavlova is to ensure that the sugar is dissolved, otherwise it will weep. To check, rub a little meringue mixture between your fingers, it should feel smooth, not gritty, otherwise continue whisking. Note

Cut a 2.5cm piece from one half of the square cake and trim a 3.5cm piece from the jam roll. Assemble the cakes on the board to form the train; discard any remaining cake and jam roll. When it comes to eating this cake, remember that a small segment of stick is still embedded in […]

Dipped in melted chocolate, these crunchy biscuits taste excellent with a cup of hot coffee.

The ingredients can be swapped: cinnamon for cardamom, peaches and almonds for mango and pistachios, and orange for lime. Flan is best made on the day of serving. Note

Lemony sponge pudding with a light, sweet meringue topping makes for a nostalgic, nursery-style pudding.

Layers of fluffy spiced tea cake and lashes of indulgent honey frosting create an utterly decadent dessert.

An exotic tabbouleh dish with refreshing watermelon and marinated haloumi.

A member of the lily family, asparagus is a delicious vegetable with a delicate, nutty flavour that can be eaten raw or cooked. The woody stems of the spears should be removed before cooking or eating, and any especially hard, tough stems should be peeled. Note

The key to really excellent crackling is to dry the rind scrupulously and ensure the oven is blisteringly hot, and only then place the meat in the oven.

A healthier alternative to the classic apple pie.

They say when it comes to food, looks do matter. So try this nifty new look when next baking a loaf.

Pop the kettle on and enjoy a thick slice of this zesty buttermilk cake drizzled in lime syrup.

Combine all of the best jewels of the sea in this hearty Italian stew. Serve with loads of crusty buttered bread to mop up all of those delicious juices.

It’s worth taking the time to caramelise the apples to a deep caramel colour. It’s important to measure the closed springform pan; the measurement appearing on the base of the springform pan sometimes refers to the measurement of the pan when it is open. Note

To get the decorative effect on the top of the cake, place a paper doily on the cake and sprinkle ground cinnamon over the top. Carefully remove the doily from the top of the cake. Note

Thrill your child on their birthday with this adorable (and delicious) red fire engine cake.

Flourless cake is a brilliant alternative for those of us who are sensitive or intolerant to gluten. This orange version tastes amazing and is cooked with almond meal, polenta and real oranges.

For a delicious family meal, serve this juicy pork drizzled in sage gravy with roasted potatoes and truss tomatoes.

A warm creamy bolognese pasta salad with Australian Women's Weekly.

We used snapper for this recipe but you can use any whole white fish you like. Be very careful when pouring hot oil onto fish as it will splatter. Note

Tall 850ml (8cm x 17cm) (3-inch x 6¾-inch) fruit juice cans make good nut roll tins. Use a can opener that cuts just below the rims to cut one end from the can. Wash and dry the can thoroughly before greasing well. Use a double-thickness of foil to cover the top of the can and […]

Nobody was terribly surprised when this pistachio buttercake with orange honey syrup made the Australian Women's Weekly's Top 10 cakes list.

The Weekly's Top 10 cakes - Number 3

Lemon lime polenta self-saucing pudding

Nutty butterscotch and creamy bananas are a match made in heaven. Put them together in a pudding and you've got yourself culinary divinity.

A hearty and spicy green chilli stew from Australian Women's Weekly.

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.

Healthy, fragrant and delicious Japanese vegetable gow gees with miso dipping sauce.

A crostata is a type of rustic Italian free-form tart, the beauty of which is that it requires no special pan for baking.

Tasty and juicy tarragon roast chicken with crispy potatoes from Australian Women's Weekly.

In Indian cooking terms, masala simply means ground or blended spices (incidentally, the word has become slang for "mix" or "mixture"), so a masala can be whole spices, or a paste or a powder.

This gorgeous recipe is best made just before serving.

Be careful to measure all the ingredients exactly, or too much or too little of some of the ingredients will affect the way the loaf rises. Note

Fun and delicious Mexican beef burrito baskets for the family to enjoy.

Equipment; 5cm (2-inch) square cutter buckle template; 4 paper piping bags; 16 plain yellow paper cases; 5cm (2-inch) square cutter buckle template; 4 paper piping bags; 16 plain yellow paper cases. The squares of icing and the buckles can be made at least two weeks ahead. Make a few more buckles to allow for breakages. […]

Clockwise from top left: lemon lentils; spiced potatoes, cauliflower and peas; tomato lamb curry; Ishmael’s egg salad Note

Spiced turkey koftas with sweet and fragrant fig and brown rice pilaf.

This recipe is also wheat-free, yeast-free and nut-free. Note

Embrace the colder weather with this beautiful pork, apple and prune casserole topped with fresh sage.

These delicious spiced lamb puffs are the perfect starter course.

Some butchers sell minced pork and veal mixture, this is fine to use here; you need to buy 500g (1 pound). You can use cherry jam instead of the redcurrant jelly for the cherry compote. Note

Oranges, orange liqueur and Christmas cake form the basis of this incredibly quick and simple ice-cream terrine.

The perfect balance of sweet and tart, this sticky dessert is perfect for those who want to delight their guests. The added ingredient of cardamom provides unique flavour and spice that'll have people begging for more.

Wondering what to bring to a morning tea? This cake will impress everyone.

Chicken option; cook single chicken breast fillets in lightly oiled non-stick through non-vegetarians’ portions. Note

Sri Lankan curry is a strong mix spiced with cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, cumin and fenugreek amongst others, boosted here with tamarind paste to make a fragrant curry.

Algerian chicken and chickpea soup

Za'atar lamb with warm chickpea salad from Australian Women's Weekly.

For a delightful afternoon treat, serve this cake with butter for spreading and a pot of tea.

Serve this salad accompanied with fine wines and good company for a perfect starter that your guests will never forget.