The contrast between sweet rhubarb and creamy vanilla cheesecake filling is divine in these impressive desserts.

Served with shoestring fries, this crisp salad with deep-fried eggs and hot sliced chilli makes a tasty, sophisticated lunch or light dinner.

Spoil the family with a big stack of these banana and almond pancakes this weekend.

These rustic barbecue seafood baskets are guaranteed to deliver on flavour and presentation.

Blood orange adds greater depth as well as sweetness to a classic margarita.

Fire up the barbecue with these deliciously spicy vegetarian kebabs.

This marinade is suitable for lamb and beef. It can also be used as a dressing for roasted vegetables Note

Wrapped in crisp prosciutto, this creamy vegetable terrine would make a delicious side dish or lunch served with salad.

For this easy platter, use your favourite cheddar; we like a sharp-tasting aged cheese.

Keeping time: 2 days. Note

This five-star main course will wow any guests you serve it to.

Here, French toast gets a whole new look, and it’s bound to be a hit with young and old alike.

Works well with pancakes, over waffles or as a fondue. Note

Celebrate your child's birthday with this charming (and easy to make) butterfly display case.

Filled with vegies and a delicious mustard mayonnaise, these chicken pita pockets are simple and satisfying.

Drizzled with a creamy chervil dressing, this easy dish makes an excellent brunch or lunch.

Topped with whipped caramel frosting sprinkled with sea salt, this moist banana, walnut and coffee cake is perfect for a special occasion.

For a delicious, easy mid-week meal, try these spicy fish kebabs served with steamed rice.

Pop the kettle on and enjoy a thick slice of this beautifully moist apricot cake with crisp macaroon topping.

Sprinkled with a crunchy walnut topping, these fluffy raspberry muffins are lightly spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, resulting in a delicious combination of flavour and texture.

These tasty fish parcels are so easy to make and taste fantastic served over crispy fried cauliflower.

Thrill the kids with these do-it-yourself chocolate fondue ice-creams.

equipment deep 23cm (9¼-inch) square cake pan 30cm (12-inch) square prepared cake board Note

These two classic sweet treats just got even sweeter, as they have merged into a fabulous fun cupcake.

Greek yoghurt has less moisture than ordinary yoghurt, giving this lovely cake a firmer texture.

This delicious chicken dish is easy to make and packed full of flavour. Your family will love the addition of a zesty homemade salsa verde to their dinner.

This salad is simple and delicious with warm slices of haloumi cheese, wedges of avocado, asparagus and a zingy chive dressing.

Pears accompany pork just as perfectly as apples. The flesh of the fruit softens and sweetens the meat.

Radicchio has a bold, somewhat bitter taste that comes into its own when contrasted with more subtle flavours. This is a simple salad, but an elegant one.

This chutney is an excellent accompaniment to cheese or cold meats, and is also delicious served with a curry.

Banana, chocolate and crushed peanuts taste fantastic together in this easy frozen dessert.

Topped with fluffy pink icing and sugar roses, this gluten-free butter cake is perfect for a party.

Dust with a little extra sifted icing sugar. Note

A dish that looks wonderful doesn't need to be difficult, as is shown by this mushroom tart recipe.

Full of hazelnuts, walnuts and cherries, this easy fridge slice makes a decadent treat with tea or coffee.

Juggling is so much fun, people have been doing it since ancient Egyptian times. This delightful fellow is constructed from lots of little cakes, so it's simple to make and easy to decorate.

Carrot cakes

EQUIPMENT deep 22cm (9-inch) square cake pan 25cm (10-inch) square cake board. While it is cute, it’s best to serve this to older children as the small noodles can be a choking hazard for younger children. Using a small serrated knife cut ‘V’-shaped indents into the middle of each piece of cake. Note

This decadent, crunchy-topped slice is perfect with a morning or afternoon cuppa.

These potato and goat cheese puffs will make a moreish and tasty addition to your next dinner party hors-d'oeuvre selection. To save on time, make them in advance and cook just before serving.

Celebrate with this tall cocktail in style. Perfect for a hot day in the sun.

Wrap individual muffins in plastic wrap and freeze for up to three months. Defrost muffins as required either overnight in the refrigerator or in the microwave on high (100%) for about 30 seconds. Note

Speedy and moreish, the whole family will love this easy chicken pasta.

For a different option, grate the apple coarsely. Note

Coated in mildly spiced crispy breadcrumbs and served with a lime-coriander yoghurt, these fish fillets with kumara fries will be loved by the whole family.

This recipe is quick, simple and healthy. A great combination for a light meal on the go.

Gift these jars of sunshine to anyone and they'll be forever grateful. The combination of sweet apricot and tart lemon makes this jam so delicious you'll have a hard time giving it away!

For a tasty breakfast or lunch, try these tortillas filled with creamy scrambled eggs and spicy pumpkin seed sauce.

This is a good salad for a barbecue as it keeps well and is not fussy about the temperature at which it is served.

Cool off in summer with this delicious tropical dessert.

The toffee nests can be made up to an hour before serving if the weather is cool. Note

A square cutter will make it easier to make perfectly shaped biscuits. However, you can easily cut out well- shaped rectangles from the rolled out dough. Be fussy, roll the dough as evenly as you can, then use a ruler and a sharp knife to cut out the rectangles. Use Kahlua or Tia Maria in […]

This meal is so easy to whip up on a chilly weeknight. It's also delicious reheated for lunch the next day.

Served with tomato chutney, these easy bacon and egg tarts are perfect for breakfast or brunch.

Campari is an alcoholic apéritif (served before a meal to stimulate the appetite) made from an infusion of herbs and fruit in alcohol and water. Note

Serve this beautiful green quiche with salad for a light lunch or dinner.

Serve this delicious gluten-free crumble with cold vanilla ice-cream.

Delicious spread on toast, this chunky apricot jam would make the perfect home-made gift. To test if it is ready, put a plate in the freezer for a few minutes, then see if the jam 'jells' when you blob a teaspoon full onto the cold surface.

Try something a little different with these delightful mini meringue pies.

These colourful, and adorable, fruit skewers are fantastic for a kids' party and are bound to be a huge hit at any time.

Make your Christmas special with these delightful fruitcake cupcakes.

This boiled fruit cake is one of our favourites; it will cut and keep well and can be used for a wedding cake.

Apple and blackberry is the classic crumble combination and this oaty version doesn't disappoint.

You can swap the pineapple for watermelon, if you like. Note

two deep 23cm (9¼-inch) round cake pans 25cm (10-inch) round cake board or serving plate Ice-cream cake and cookies can be prepared one day ahead. Store cookies in an airtight container. Use regular ice-cream for best results, high or low fat ice-creams are not suitable. Assemble cake just before serving. Use a serrated knife to […]

Delicious hot or cold, for breakfast, lunch or dinner, a frittata is the way to go for a quick and easy meal.

Sprinkled with cinnamon sugar, these apple and walnut turnovers make a tasty, crispy treat.

Kids will love these adorable lion cupcakes.

Treat yourself to a piece of this nutty slice topped with milk chocolate icing.

Equipment: 12cm (4¾-inch) length 18-gauge floral wire long-nosed pliers white florist’s tape pasta machine vinyl mat small, medium, large and extra large peony cutters wire cutters 7 lengths x 26-gauge floral wire flower glue 2 x 12-hole round-based, shallow (1 tablespoon/20ml) patty pans peony petal veiner flower mat ball tool fine artist’s paint brush 35cm […]

Banana, caramel and cream are delightful in this easy sponge roll.

Relish can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks. Relish can be used straight away. This recipe is quite spicy; for a milder version remove the seeds from the chillies or use less chilli. Note

This fresh, crunchy classic is popular for good reason. Perfect for lunch or a light dinner.

Succulent pork chops are paired with a zingy apple and cabbage salad with toasted walnuts in this easy, scrumptious dish.

This recipe is gluten-free, yeast-free and wheat-free.

This fun construction-site themed birthday cake is great for young children who love getting messy and playing with trucks.

Almond milk is a delicious, refreshing and unique drink.

Pear and blue cheese: a match made in culinary heaven.

Brought to you by the classic Australian Women's Weekly's children's birthday cake cookbook.

Swap traditional bread for a lightly grilled croissant in this well-loved classic.

This tender barbeque turkey takes its flavour inspiration from mixed cuisines. Mexican style salsa, with Indian spices makes an exciting, explosive flavour combination in this marvellous dish.

For the most lusciously smooth, fluffy, irresistible mash, this is the recipe to follow. Use potatoes that are high in starch and take care not to overcook them. Push the potato through a sieve, as we suggest here, or through a potato ricer or food mill (mouli).

You need to press the cake mixture into balls using your hands – do not roll as the mixture will crumble. You will need 25 lollypop or paddle pop sticks for this recipe. When dipping the cake pops in melted chocolate, tilt the bowl of chocolate to one side, so the chocolate is deep enough […]

Fill the house with nostalgic aromas of childhood apple pie with this warm and comforting tart.

Use any jam you prefer. Note

Served with chopped parsley and a drizzle of yoghurt, these spicy lamb pastry boats are fantastic for a party.

Add a dash of sweet chilli sauce to the chicken mix when making these delicious sandwiches if you want to dial up the drama.

Put the kettle on and enjoy a generous slice of this dense, buttery almond cake.

Brown sugar gives this nutty slice the colour and taste of caramel.

Wow your guests with these delightful canapés.

Celebrate summer with this refreshing, delicious cocktail.

Surprise and delight the kids with these delicious white chocolate and macadamia muffins, or better still, get them involved in making them. They're dead easy and ready to be eaten in around 30 minutes.

Warm up with a bowl of this dreamy soup, best served with crusty bread.