Quick & Easy

For a lighter version, replace coconut cream with a 270ml can of light coconut milk and ½ cup chicken stock. Note

Creamy semolina porridge with apple makes a great breakfast, or dessert for children.

These yummy dips are best served with assorted crudités such as carrot, cucumber and capsicum sticks. All dips are enough to serve 1. Note

You need two limes for this recipe. You can buy cinnamon sugar from most supermarkets or make your own. Combine 1 tablespoon caster (superfine) sugar with a pinch of ground cinnamon. You can buy sugar syrup from liquor stores or make your own. Stir 1 cup (220g) caster (superfine) sugar with 1 cup (250ml) water […]

Fresh and crisp, this pear and apple salsa is the perfect side for tender butterflied pork steaks.

Crispy-skinned barbecue chicken is genuinely finger-licking paired with this tasty nam jim sauce.

To save on cleaning time, line the base of each dish with baking paper. Note

This is gorgeous, capturing the full flavour of late summer corn, offset with creamy avocado and lime and an intriguing mix of spices, with added pungency from coriander and chilli.

You can also use portobello mushrooms. Large, flat mushrooms have a rich earthy, full-bodied flavour and meaty texture, making them perfect for roasting and barbecuing. They are sometimes misnamed field mushrooms, which are wild mushrooms. Note

This is the perfect brunch dish for entertaining, asyou don’t have to stand over it while it cooks.The capsicum mixture can be prepared ahead. Note

Balti biryani gets its name from the thin, pressed-steel wok it is traditionally cooked and served in. A spicy rice based dish with tender meat and fragrant curry.

You can add thin slices of ripe but firm pears to this classic baby spinach and parmesan salad.

Delicious, filling and nutrient-rich, this banana passionfruit soy smoothie is a great way to start the day.

Drained capsicum from a jar can be used, if preferred. Goes well with cold macaroni salad; grilled chicken breasts; barbecued sardines. Note

A classic Asian dish, this spicy panang curry sauce works beautifully with tender beef to create this flavour packed meal.

These pork skewers saltimbocca-style with proscuitto make a great starter or shared platter for a party.

You could use broccolini or broccoli instead of the asparagus, if you like. Note

Add rice cereal to other fruit purées, if you like. Note

Armenian cooking is noted for its use of spices. In this recipe, nutmeg adds fragrance and taste to a not-too-sweet cake that cooks in two layers. Recipe can be made 2 days ahead; store in airtight container. Suitable to freeze, not suitable to microwave. Note

This fresh and fragrant Asian-inspired noodle dish makes a great change from a midweek takeaway. It's easy to make and has the added punch of chilli, Vietnamese mint and Thai basil.

Slice these tasty little BLT sandwiches by the Australian Women's Weekly up into fingers so they can be accommodated by little hands. Because bacon is always a winner.

Refrigerate all ingredients before making the juice.Serve the juice within 30 minutes of making. Note

You need four bunches of asparagus for this recipe. Note

Blood oranges are available in winter. At other times use navel oranges instead. Segment the oranges over a bowl to catch any juice; use this in the dressing. Note

Replace raspberries with blueberries or strawberries, if you prefer. Add honey and ground cinnamon if desired. Add crushed ice to the blender for an even thicker smoothie. Note

For those evenings when you need something tasty for dinner in double quick time, this delicious angel hair pasta with smoked salmon and asparagus can be on your table in under 15 minutes.

Suitable from 8 months Note

This quick and easy take on a traditional Japanese dish, makes a perfect mid-week dinner.

These grilled cutlets are perfect teamed with an earthy Middle-Eastern inspired puree and a crisp, fresh salad.

This recipe is also nut-free. Note

Rigani is a dried Greek oregano, often sold in dried bunches, which the leaves crumble off easily. It is available from delicatessens or greengrocers. If it’s hard to find, use dried oregano leaves instead. You can also roast the lamb in a 220ºC/425ºF oven for 35 minutes. Note

While it's more commonly paired with apple, pear is a spectacular match for succulent pork.

Spread bread with a little fig jam when fresh figs are not available. Note

The lamb can be cooked in the oven, if you prefer. Preheat oven to 180°C/350°F and roast, uncovered, for about 30 minutes. Note

Asparagus is a delicious summer vegetable that really comes into its own with the right topping. Try one of these three versions next time you serve this moreish vegetable.

Save time by using char-grilled zucchini slices from the deli section of your supermarket. Note

Rev up lunchboxes for the start of the new school year with these berry and yoghurt muffins.

We used crème de menthe for the mint-flavoured liqueur. Note

Recipe is best made just before serving. It’s important to have the apple mixture as hot as possible before spooning over the sponge topping; the heat from the apple starts the cooking process. Note

If you prefer, substitute 8 chicken legs or 4 chicken marylands for thigh cutlets. Smoked spanish paprika, also known as pimiento, gives this dish its characteristic Spanish flavour. Note

This tasty meal is easy to whip up with a few fresh ingredients and pantry staples. Perfect for a mid-week dinner.

More than just fancy macaroni cheese, this baked three cheese pasta is cheesy, creamy and crunchy on top. Ok, maybe it is a fancy macaroni cheese, but it's a great one.

You will need 2 large over-ripe bananas (460g) to get the required amount of mashed banana. Freeze un-iced cupcakes for up to 2 months in single layers to prevent damage; sealable plastic containers are good for this. For best results, try to fill as much of the space in the container as possible to eliminate […]

Recipe can made a day ahead; store, covered, in the refrigerator this allows the flavours to develop overnight. Note

Baby spinach is sold in containers of loose leaves rather than in bunches. The leaves are tender and sweet and are the perfect complement to the velvety texture of the egg. Note

Bright, fruity jellies studded with berries and set in martini glasses make a sophisticated dessert for a dinner party.

You'll have dinner on the table in no time with this quick and easy stir-fry.

Broccolini is milder and sweeter than traditional broccoli and it is edible from flower to stem. When buying broccolini look for shiny stems with dark green buds and leaves. Note

Why choose between cake and lollies when you can have both in one handy slice?

Beetroot will discolour your skin, so use disposable gloves when handling it. Baby carrots are also called dutch carrots, it’s rarely necessary to peel them. Prepare beetroot, carrots and the yogurt mixture the day before the picnic. Assemble salad at serving time. Note

This is a deliciously healthy ice-cream substitute that can be served as a snack or dessert. Note

Ask your butcher to score, roll and truss the pork neck. Note

Leave the cream cheese to soften or if you haven’t the time, cut it into cubes and beat it with an electric mixer before adding other ingredients. Note

Beetroot might be a love it or hate it kind of vegetable, but this creamy beetroot and yoghurt dip is sure to appeal to all. A great addition to a party table.

Like a warm salad, these French style braised peas with spring onion and bacon makes an excellent side dish.

Suitable from 6 months Note

Kecap manis is a dark brown, thick and sweet indonesian soy sauce. It usually contains star anise, garlic and palm sugar, giving it a sharp, complex flavour. Find it at supermarkets and Asian food shops. Note

It may seem like a lot of dressing, but the rice will soak it all up. Note