These zesty poached guavas are so delicious served with a big scoop of vanilla ice-cream.

This little extra-terrestrial is so likable that even a horde of hungry alien task force officers may have trouble cutting into it.

The addition of dates and orange rind gives this otherwise traditional apple pie a wonderful, distinct flavour.

Drizzled with melted white chocolate, these delightful cookies are perfect for a special occasion.

This is a gorgeous way to preserve the delicate flavors and colours of blood oranges.

This teacake is best eaten the day it is made. Note

Cake is best made on day of serving. Not suitable to freeze. A slice of this hearty, healthy cake is a decent breakfast on the run or a reliable mid-morning pick-me-up. Note

These simple, yet stunning wedding cupcakes are a perfect treat for a special day.

You can use any colour you like to tint the dough, choose a matching lolly, or coloured sugar, to coat the pinwheel edges. Note

These fudge bars are soft, sweet, rich and will make an excellent sweet snack or finger food style dessert.

Thrill the trick-or-treaters with these clever (and easy) Halloween cupcakes.

Top shortcakes with half the berry mixture, then another nutella-topped shortcake; repeat with remaining berry mixture, then top with remaining shortcake. Note

Celebrate your child turning four with this awesome birthday cake for car lovers.

This salad is light, fresh and crisp. It can be very glamorously presented or thrown together in a more rustic style.

Don’t thaw the frozen blueberries before using as they will bleed colour into the cake batter. Note

You can guarantee everyone will jump out of bed for a stack of these delicious hotcakes.

With melting, spicy tahini butter, these corn cobs will be the star of your barbecue.

You can use vegetable stock instead of the chicken consommé. Stir a little chopped preserved lemon rind and fresh tarragon into the rice, if you like. Note

The chocolate fruit cake can be baked in a 14cm x 21cm loaf pan, bake in a slow oven about 1½ hours. walnuts marry well with apple and can be used in savoury as well as sweet dishes Note

Recipe is not suitable to freeze. Note

For an easy weeknight meal, try this crispy spinach and beetroot tart topped with crumbled feta.

Kids will love these fluffy apple and cinnamon muffins.

Rich with apricots, grapes, currants and almonds, this fruity couscous makes a great side dish for a tagine.

Keeping time: 2 days. We used 3 bananas for this recipe. Note

Wild blend rice is a combination of white long grain rice and wild rice. Rice can be prepared several hours ahead; cook fish just before serving. Note

When too much chocolate is never enough, take one more step over the line and there you'll find these decadent little triple choc muffins. They make a great treat for the kids, or for you.

With a crunchy biscuit base, ice-cream filling with sliced banana, toffeed pecans and a drizzle of caramel sauce, this decadent tart will satisfy the sweetest tooth.

Sprinkled with fresh sage and brimming with contrasting flavours, this casserole makes a wonderful family meal.

It is fine to use just one 300ml carton of cream for this recipe. Raspberry meringues with rosewater cream. Spoon meringue onto baking-paper-lined tray into 12 free-form shapes about 5cm (2 inches) apart. Bake in very slow oven until meringues feel dry to touch. Note

These colourful vanilla cupcakes will be very popular with the kids.

This plump, sticky fruit loaf is a cinch to make and simply delicious.

Keep things simple with this delicious, plump sultana cake.

This quiche is simple, easy and utterly delicious.

Perfect for a lazy breakfast or brunch, these pancakes are pretty as a picture with their colourful berry toppings. Any leftover pancakes can be taken to school for a morning-tea treat.

For this cocktail we used canned passionfruit in syrup, which is available from supermarkets Note

Thrill the family this weekend with a giant stack of these delicious autumnal pancakes.

Harissa is a spicy North African condiment of chilli and spices. Recent research has shown countries with a high chilli consumption, such as Mexico and India, tend to have decreased rates of cancer. Chillies also boost our metabolism, helping to burn fat and reduce feelings of hunger. If you don’t like things too spicy, replace […]

Microwave fried rice is a commercially prepared mixture of egg, ham, vegetables and rice. It is available from supermarkets. You can make your own fried rice if you prefer. Serve with chilli sauce and lime wedges. Note

Pop this one on the party table for an eye-catching cake. From The Australian Women's Weekly's famous 'Children's Birthday Cake Book' cookbook, it's sure to be a hit with younger children.

Filled with raspberry jam and whipped cream, these lamington-style cakes make the perfect morning or afternoon treat.

Fill your house with the warm, comforting scent of apple streusel cake.

Eating gluten-free? These are the pancakes for you. Quick, easy and topped with syrupy caramelised bananas, they make a beautiful brunch idea or delicious after-dinner treat.

Also known as risi, risoni is a very small, rice-shaped pasta similar to orzo that is often used by Italian cooks when making soup. It can also be baked in a casserole or served as a side dish to a rich meaty main course.

The birthday child and friends will be thrilled with these individual tortoise cakes covered in chocolate freckles.

For these delicious sandwiches, use barbecued chicken breast with the skin removed, leftover roast chicken, or pan-fried or poached chicken breast. This would also be great in a sandwich made with multigrain bread.

These creamy individual fish pies will be gobbled up by the whole family.

EQUIPMENT 20cm x 30cm (8-inch x 12-inch) rectangular cake board We used Tic Tacs to make the ladybird `trail’. Use as many ladybirds as you like to decorate the cake board. Use any critter lollies you can find, sour worms work well, or even use plastic spiders, if you like. If using non-edible decorations, make […]

Whip up these mouth-watering beef sandwiches for a hearty packed lunch or light dinner.

This is a great, fun way to introduce more veggies at mealtimes, and they are delicious as well.

Fire up the barbecue and enjoy these spicy prawn and scallop skewers with a squeeze of lemon.

This colourful pork and seafood salad is bursting with exciting flavours and textures.

Potato skins are an excellent source of fibre and vitamin B6. Note

This spectacular cake is topped with sweetened crème fraîche and candied beetroot chips.

You could use any firm-fleshed white fish fillets for this recipe ­ we used blue-eye. Make the breadcrumbs from bread that is at least a day old, grate or process stale bread to make crumbs. Fish can be crumbed several hours ahead, store, covered, in the refrigerator. Note

Serve with crusty bread. Note

Crunch through a slice of crusty bread and enjoy the filling flavours of baked beans, fresh tomato and avocado. This vegetarian meal is the perfect way to break up your day.

Try this cheat's version of a homely beef casserole, served on fresh fettuccine pasta.

A crunchy almond topping makes this delicious Christmas fruit cake different from the rest. Perfect served with a pot of hot tea.

The ganache can be made 2 days ahead; store in the refrigerator. When ready to use, beat with an electric mixer until it is of a spreadable consistency. Decorate the log with fresh cherries, if you like. Note

Spoil the carrot cake lover with these scrumptious cupcakes topped with maple cream cheese icing.

Sandwiched with brandy butter cream, these stacked hazelnut and orange spice cookies make a stunning Christmas treat.

Get the kids busy in the kitchen with these delicious coconut, lime and pineapple cookies.

Herb-flecked and fragrant, this delicious salad makes an excellent lunch or side dish.

We used golden kiwifruit in this recipe. You need two passionfruit for this recipe. This recipe is suitable for diabetics. Note

There's no cooking required for this stunning, delicious berry-swirled cheesecake tart.

This marinade is absolutely delicious served with beef, lamb or pork. Hot potatoes can also be tossed through as a dressing.

Topped with fresh spinach and dollops of horseradish cream, this easy salmon frittata is perfect for a busy, hungry cook.

The crunchy cashew layer turns this simple loaf, into a spectacular sweet dessert or afternoon tea snack.

Honey may contain harmful bacteria and is not recommended for children under one year old. Note

This warm pasta salad is packed with flavour and makes brilliant leftovers.

Drizzled in orange blossom icing, these dense almond and orange cakes are perfect served with a pot of hot tea.

Edible gift tag cookies are an adorable way to personalise your presents this Christmas - but perhaps wait until Christmas Day to attach them to your gifts.

Kick up your heels and serve this delightfully fresh and zingy passionfruit and rum liqueur at your next soiree. Your guests will love you for it!

You can use pumpkin instead of the kumara. The beef mixture, without the coriander, is suitable to freeze. Add the coriander when reheating Note

We used a blackboard as a serving plate for this fun spaceship cake. Get the party goers to create their own universe using chalk.

Using a pressure cooker helps to ensure this pot roast remains tender and succulent when served.

Quickly throw these tasty salad pockets today for a tasty lunch bite. This recipe is great for giving leftovers new life!

Spiced honey muffins with chocolate chunks are topped with whipped cream and toffee bar shards in this decadent recipe.

With layers of sponge, cheesecake filling, berries and custard, this delicious trifle is sure to impress.

Add a taste of Japan to your evening and serve these nibbles with drinks for an easy snack before a dinner party.

Straight out of an authentic Japanese restaurant and on your dining table. This fresh, clean and delicious Japanese soup is delicious and oh-so-versatile.

A trick to cutting turkish delight is to place it in the freezer for 15 minutes to firm up, then cut it with an oiled knife, making sure to oil the knife regularly. You need a 6cm (2½-inch) fluted square cutter, or alternatively use a 7cm (2¾ inch) fluted round cutter. Note

This sandwich is at its best eaten warm, but if you don't have the right facilities to cook the chicken and bacon at lunch time, then cook the chicken and bacon in the morning and assemble the sandwich at work.

Fire up the barbecue with this lip-smacking seafood dish with grilled vegetables.

These caramel macadamia bars are a definite luxury item. Sprinkled with icing sugar, they are a most delicious treat.

Served with dollops of sour cream and fried tomatoes, these fritters make a fantastic breakfast or brunch.

These miniature wedding cakes would make a lovely gift to hand around to friends at a bridal shower or engagement party.

Ginger cleans, stimulates and rejuvenates the digestive system. Note