Quick & Easy

Fresh hokkien noodles are in the refrigerated food section of the supermarket. We used a frozen vegetable mix of baby corn, bamboo shoots, broccoli, green beans and carrot. Note

Makes 32 pieces Heat the blade of a large knife under hot running water before cutting slice. Note

Ditch the takeaway and delight your family with homemade cripsy beer-battered fish. Serve with golden fries for a delicious weekend lunch.

Put a healthy swing on hot chips with these beautiful home-baked kumara chips. We've used sweet potato in this recipe to lower the starch content, but maximise flavour. Enjoy!

Use a vegetable peeler to peel cucumber into long, thin ribbons. Note

Lattice Biscuits are no longer being made, but any plain un-iced biscuit can be used.

For best results, cook pikelets just before serving. Serve pikelets with sliced banana and maple syrup. Note

Make ahead – Cakes will keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Greasing a muffin tray with melted dairy-free spread gives cakes a crisp golden crust You’ll need 2 lemons for zest. Note

You could use chopped unsalted peanuts instead of hazelnuts. Try goat cheese instead of feta, mixed salad instead of rocket. Price will vary. To slice onion very thinly, use a mandolin or V-shaped cutter. Note

Swap peas for corn. Try 1 tablespoon finely chopped chives with the flour. Note

Equally delicious hot or cold, these individual baked rice custards take just a few minutes to put together and are the perfect way to use up leftover rice.

Beef vindaloo is a classic curry most famous in India's Goa region. Not for the faint hearted, the chilli packs a particularly spicy punch. To balance the dish, serve with a side of riata and an ice cold beer.

Cooked bugs, lobster, scampi or king prawns can be halved and cooked in the same way. For cooked bugs, barbecue for 1-2 minutes to heat through and colour up. Drizzle with any leftover butter mixture. Note

Could your day get any better? Well yes, yes it could. Ladies and gentlemen, we present the cherry ripe slice that really is as good as it sounds. You can thank us later.

Makes 32 Note

Scallops on the half-shell always make a spectacular dish, treat your friends to something special with these delicious ginger and lemongrass scallops.

Juicy and delicious tropical fruit with rosewater syrup. You can use pineapple or even watermelon instead of the papaya if you prefer. You could also use 4 cardamom pods and a cinnamon quill instead of the rosewater.

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

Add some spice to your life with this enticing, quick seafood dish that packs on the flavour but not the calories.

Kids will love these fun spotty chocolate cakes, ideal for a party.

If desired, use fresh or frozen corn kernels. “Egg flowers” can be omitted if preferred. Note

We used milk and water to to make the base, for a lighter result – all milk or all water can also be used. Milk is best for scones/scrolls. Note

Don’t worry that the mixture separates during cooking. It forms natural layers to give the impression of a pie crust. Note

If you prefer, you can, use mild pancetta or prosciutto, as well as mild creamy blue cheese in place of goat’s cheese. For a thinner crust, try mountain bread. Note

For a spicy taste, add tabasco to capsicum and caper mayonnaise. Add more lemon juice if mayonnaise is too thick. Note

Rosemary, lemon and bacon stuffing combine to give this roast lamb a powerful flavour and texture boost. Roasted vegetables complete this Sunday night favourite.

Kumara could be used in place of pumpkin, if preferred. Note

Test muffins with a skewer – if it comes out clean and dry, they are cooked. These muffins are best served warm. Note

Master the art of the classic sponge cake with this delicious version sandwiched with whipped cream and passionfruit butter.

You'll have most of the ingredients for this simple yet scrumptious dessert in your fridge or pantry using in-season​ pears.

What could possibly be more Australian than this beer damper? You'll be surprised at the subtle yet delicious flavour your best ale will create in this traditional bread.

These cheesy lentil pies will satisfy your meat-free cravings while packing a flavourful punch. Full of protein and vegetable goodness, they're also perfect for little hands.

Some traditional clafoutis recipes call for non-pitted cherries; they are said to release a subtle flavour. Women's Weekly hate to disappoint your dentist, but suggest you use the pitted kind.

If preferred, buy ready-prepared chicken schnitzel and cover, freeze and cook it as required. Note

Try adding a splash of soy sauce just before serving. Note

Refrigerate your rice overnight before cooking, use the biggest pan you have and pre-heat it well. That will ensure this Chinese fried rice is cooked to perfection.

For ease, try using cooking oil spray to grease ramekins. You can add 1/4 cup chopped pecans to the mixture in step 3, if you like. Note

Corned beef served with potato bake is already pretty great - but just wait until you try them together!

The dressing can be added before chilling the salad. Toss noodles through just before serving. Note

These light, fluffy scones have the added sweetness of dates. They are perfect for a morning or afternoon snack.

This stir-fry also works well with leftover cooked chicken thigh or pork fillet. You can buy barbecued ducks from Asian supermarkets – or some good supermarkets. If unavailable, you can use barbecued chicken, though the flavour will be different. Note

The classic Slovenian style sausage is at its best when char-grilled and smothered in freshly made sauerkraut. You'll love these kransky hot dogs on fresh, crispy rolls.

Test by spooning 1 teaspoon of marmalade onto a cold plate. Push with your fingertip and if it wrinkles it is ready. If not, continue boiling until setting point is reached. Alternatively, if setting is taking too long, it may be that the fruit is slightly over or under- ripe, affecting the amount of pectin […]

This quiche freezes well. You can also use homemade shortcrust pastry. Delicious with some added char-grilled capsicum or caramelised onion. Note

The 'spice' referred to in this spicy beef pilaf is not chilli, rather it is the combination of traditional aromatics that are used to create this wonderful, fragrant dish.

Don't be fooled by the list of simple ingredients. This dip never fails to be a winner. Serve with a crusty, sliced baguette, or crispy corn chips and watch it disappear.

The perfect example of classic French bistro-style food; ham and cheese, sandwiched between tender veal, then crumbed and fried to perfection.

Protein packed and full of flavour, this vegetable slice makes the perfect, light lunch. If you're partial to a bit of fire, sprinkle on some tabasco before serving.

You can top with sliced strawberries or any other fruit of your choice. Makes 8 Note

Drizzled with sweet, lemony icing, this gluten-free cake is moist and delicious. It's also incredibly versatile; check out the tips section for the nut-free version.

This beautiful beetroot and roasted pumpkin salad is filling enough to enjoy as a healthy vegetarian dinner, or served alongside some freshly grilled lamb. You can take any leftovers to work or school, too.

Makes 20 Note

Makes 4 When mangoes are no longer in season, you can make these tarts with other fruits including apple, pear, fig, peach, apricot and nectarines. Note

Individual apple and raspberry crumbles are a tartly delicious winter dessert, best served with lashings of cream or ice-cream.

These pretty little tomato and rocket tarts are a great vegetarian option for a platter of finger food. Rocket can be replaced with baby spinach. Add some baby basil leaves just before serving, if you like.

This moreish slice is perfect for morning tea with a hot cuppa or as a delicious treat for the kids after school. They'll gobble it up!

You can have a batch of these delicious scones on the table in around 20 minutes. Serve them warm with jam and cream for morning or afternoon tea.

Micro herbs can be found at specialist grocery stores, or some supermarkets. If you can’t find micro herbs, simply replace with chopped chives. Note

Try a variation using dried cherries and dark chocolate. Note

If preferred, you can replace lemon with orange or lime. Note

Fill the whole family up with this satisfying vegetarian soup. Serve immediately with some crunchy bread or pop it in the freezer to enjoy for lunch throughout the week.

Straddling the two worlds of cake and pie, this warm and gooey dessert is best served with fruits and cream.

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. For an additional flavour twist, top eggs with a spoonful of black olive tapenade, green tomato relish or thinly sliced prosciutto. Note

Trim excess fat and tips from wings before cooking. Make an extra-large batch of this soup and freeze half. Note

Rice paper rolls are best eaten within a few hours of preparing. Note

Slice the cookies you need from your freezer dough, then refreeze the rest for next time. To make chocolate biscuits, you can replace 2 tablespoons self-raising flour with baking cocoa and roll out until 1cm thick. Sandwich the cooled biscuits together with ready-made vanilla frosting (found in the baking aisle of your supermarket). Note

Chilli basil stir-fried pumpkin recipe

This cheat's version of a classic Aussie-style egg and bacon pie uses supermarket ingredients to create a quick and tasty family lunch or dinner.

If cooking for children, use orange juice instead of rum. Note

Leaving prawn heads on creates a rich seafood-flavoured sauce. You can use fresh turmeric root, found in some supermarkets, in place of ground. Brighter in colour, it has a fresher, more lively flavour. Peel off brown skin with a teaspoon, then grate double the amount you’d use for dried, to add to curries, soups and […]

Be a little adventurous with your burger this time. Replace beef with pork and tomato sauce with sweet chilli sauce for an exciting new take on a classic dish.

Chopped capsicum, olives or spinach leaves can be added to the mixture. This versatile slice will keep in the fridge for up to four days, and it also freezes well. Note

Test if the muffins are cooked by inserting a skewer in their centre. If it comes out clean and dry, it is cooked. Note

Take a trip to India with this warm soup made with tikka masala curry paste and best served with crunchy papadums.

Try cutting gnocchi into other fun shapes, such as hearts. Note

Canned crabmeat can be used instead of fresh. Note