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In this delicious recipe, chocolate and cinnamon cupcakes are topped with a swirl of cream cheese frosting sprinkled with cinnamon sugar.

It is thought the Crusaders introduced these to England when they returned from the Holy Land in the 13th century. Recipe can be made two days ahead. Suitable for freezing. Note

For a light and refreshing weeknight meal, try this fragrant beef and noodle salad.

So tender, so sweet and so sticky - just try to resist these American-style ribs.

You will need a 2.5-litre (10-cup) rice cooker for this recipe. Dried gnocchi-shaped pasta is available from the pasta section in most supermarkets. Dried gnocchi is generally shaped like a hollowed shell with a ridged surface. Fresh gnocchi usually contains potatoes, while dried gnocchi contains semolina flour and no potato. Note

In just about 20 minutes you can have this healthy beef and greens stir-fry on the table. It's hearty enough to be a meal on its own, but feel free to serve with a steaming bowl of rice or noodles for an extra carb hit.

Quick, easy and delicious; try these baked beans and smoked cheddar roast potatoes.

quiche filling We used lump crab meat from the fish market. Reserve fennel fronds when slicing the bulb. Note

Creamy and cheesy potato gratin, made with leftover roast potatoes, is here perfumed with sprigs of fresh thyme.

Gazpacho is a chilled tomato-based soup, but other varieties, such as cucumber, do exist.

Sprinkled with coconut, this chewy date slice is divine with a hot cup of tea.

Cakestand top to bottom: Dried cranberry coconut macaroons; Salmon and egg finger sandwiches. Note

For a filling, delicious family meal, try this Indian inspired chicken curry with a twist.

Crisply crumbed and well matched with a piquant roasted tomato sauce, sardines make an excellent breakfast dish, lunch or a starter for dinner.

These gently poached quinces and pears are soft and juicy and sweet. They are complimented wonderfully by the crispy almond crumble. If you like, you could serve them with whipped cream.

You can also use peaches, apricots or plums instead of nectarines. Keep any leftover poaching liquid to poach other fruit; or simmer the liquid until it's reduced and syrupy, stir in 1 tablespoon orange-flavoured liqueur then pour over ice cream.

These crunchy Italian biscuits go wonderfully with hot espresso coffee.

You can use vegetable stock if you prefer. You could use verjuice or dry white wine instead of vermouth. This soup can be served cold or at room temperature, cover, refrigerate until required. Note

This simple yet delicious blueberry loaf is perfect for a morning or afternoon snack with a steaming hot cup of tea.

Asian-style lamb kebabs drizzled with black bean sauce and sesame seeds.

We used dried cannellini beans in this recipe. Note

Vegetable chap-chai is an Asian-style stir-fry of baby buk choy, choy sum and wombok.

to freeze Complete the recipe to the end of step 3. Pack into freezer-proof containers, leaving a 2.5cm (1 inch) space to allow for expansion. Seal, label and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge. Reheat in a saucepan or microwave on medium power (50%) until heated through. Tomato passata is […]

Delicious duck broth with noodles, gai larn, green onions and fresh coriander.

These juicy, spiced chicken koftas make a great light lunch served with ripe tomato salad, tzatziki and fresh bread.

Baharat, an aromatic spice blend, includes some or all of the following: mixed spice, black pepper, allspice, dried chilli flakes, cinnamon, coriander seeds, paprika, clove, sumac, nutmeg, cumin seeds and cardamom seeds. It is used throughout the Middle East; here, it is often sold as “lebanese seven-spice”, and can be found in MiddleEastern food stores, […]

We used large (25cm/10-inch diameter) packaged pizza bases for this recipe. You will need to purchase half a large barbecued chicken weighing about 450g to get the amount of shredded meat required for this recipe. Note

Corn mixture can be made a day ahead, make the corn cakes on the morning of the party. Prepare the avocado smash as close to serving as possible; cover the surface with plastic wrap. Note

Make the most of summer cherries with this cooling dessert.

Select mint leaves that are evenly coloured and have no brown tinge around the edges. A bunch of mint can be kept, stems in a jar of water and leaves covered with a plastic bag, in the refrigerator, up to five days. There are many varieties of mint, but one of the most common is […]

Veal and tomato dolmades, a family of stuffed vegetable dishes common in the Middle East and surrounding regions including the Balkans, the Caucasus, Russia, Central Asia.

Barbecued pork neck with five-spiced star-anise glaze from Australian Women's Weekly.

Make someone's special day even more special with this triple-layered beauty.

Not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Leave the nuts and berries out of this recipe if you just want a plain Blondie. Dust the slice with a little sifted icing sugar, if you like. Note

Pink grapefruit syrup turns these delectable little lemon cakes into something rather special.

An easy and delicious chicken, mixed vegetable and almond stir-fry for a quick mid-week dinner.

These stuffed vine leaves are rich in flavour with almonds, raisins, herbs and burghul wheat all bound together and served with a refreshing yoghurt dip.

Satisfy your sweet tooth with this decadent triple-layered slice.

These cheesy zucchini cakes make a lovely light brunch served with a crisp green salad.

When you want to pull out a dish that's set to impress, whole fish always does the job. This baked baby barramundi with pumpkin seed pesto makes a spectacular centre-piece.

With crisp sugar snap peas and a punchy mint dressing, this lamb salad makes a delightful lunch or light dinner.

Break up a few tablespoons of the frozen yoghurt and raspberry swirl with a fork for your toddler. Note

When in season, use one large fresh mango weighing about 600g (1¼ pounds). Peel mango over a small bowl to catch as much juice as possible; cut off mango cheeks, then slice thinly. Squeeze as much juice as you can from around the seed into the same bowl, add enough cold water to make 1 […]

With a crunchy oat, cornflake and coconut topping, this slice is the perfect morning pick-me-up.

Fragrant with spices and sticky with orange juice, this crisp-skinned roasted whole duck makes a spectacular centrepiece for a special dinner.

You can use canned pink or red salmon instead of the tuna. Note

store Dip can be made 1 day ahead and refrigerated, covered. Note

Delight your family and friends with these miniature crumble pies, best served with a dollop of fresh cream.

To sterilize jars, wash the jars and lids in warm soapy water. Rinse well. Place jars in large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to the boil and boil for 10 minutes. Carefully drain water from jars; transfer jars and lids to a baking tray lined with a clean tea towel. Cover with a sheet […]

Topped with a crunchy pastry lid sprinkled with cinnamon and flaked almonds, this juicy apple and berry pie makes a luscious ending to a family meal.

Cajun cooking is a meeting of French and Southern American cuisines. It is robust, country-style cooking that makes generous use of spices ­ especially pepper and chilli.

This recipe is best made close to serving. White balsamic vinegar is slightly sweet, and is available in the vinegar section in selected supermarkets and grocery stores. Note

Dip can be made 1 day ahead and refrigerated, covered. Note

Serve this delicious stir-fry with hot hokkien noodles for a speedy, easy mid-week dinner.

Salt and pepper squid is always a winner. Long red chillies are generally milder than the smaller ones; if you like extra heat, then go ahead and include the big guns.

A sweet and fresh passionfruit, pineapple and orange cocktail.

Whip out the pressure cooker and make this exquisite curry in no time at all.

Peas and shucked broad beans bring a sweet, spring freshness to this creamy chicken risotto.

This cousin to the apple is always eaten cooked, as it is too hard and acidic to be enjoyed raw. It takes a long time to cook, but its glorious scent and lovely musky flavour are worth it. Its flesh is cream when raw, but turns a deep rosy pink as it is cooked.

Create the ultimate summer BBQ dish with grilled lamb chops and sun-dried tomato pesto.

A fragrant Tandoori chicken salad topped with refreshing yoghurt from Australian Women's Weekly.

These tasty macaroon-like bars are great for the lunchbox.

For a quick, satisfying dinner, try these easy, cheesy pizzas topped with chargrilled eggplant, pesto, olives and smoky chorizo.

Serve with lamb and beef. It also goes really well with beetroot. Note

Warm steak seasoned with smoked paprika makes for a filling and delicious salad packed with protein and flavour.

Anchovy and chilli add flavour and spice to these delicious lamb chops, served with cavolo nero and smooth mashed potatoes.

Treat the family this weekend with this decadent, classic breakfast dish.

Tagliatelle are long, flat strips of wheat pasta, slightly narrower and thinner than fettuccine.

Marinated in garlic, lemon and Greek oregano, this barbecued octopus dish is lip-smackingly good.

Stir the cooled cocoa and water mixture into the cake batter. Spread the cake mixture into the greased and lined cake pan. Use a spatula to smooth the top. Note

This zingy, refreshing sorbet is fantastic served after a spicy meal.

Kids love pizza and this recipe is perfect for feeding a crowd with bite-size pieces.

The acids in the citrus marinade slightly cook the very thinly sliced raw seafood. Use the freshest, sashimi quality fish you can find. We've used salmon here, snapper also makes a lovely ceviche.

We used large (25cm diameter) packaged pizza bases for this recipe. Note

Enjoy these juicy beef burgers with grilled eggplant, cooling yoghurt sauce and peppery rocket.

The following butters and creams make enough to serve with a dozen freshly baked muffins or scones. Note

Thrill the family this weekend with these banana pikelets drizzled with homemade caramel sauce and cinnamon cream.

This is wonderful served with a dollop of yoghurt and some fresh raspberries.

Delicious grilled vegetable & couscous salad from Australian Women's Weekly.

We used bream fillets in this recipe but you can use other firm white fish, such as whiting or john dory. To segment the orange, use a small sharp knife to cut the top and bottom from the fruit. Cut off the rind including the white pith, following the curve of the fruit. Holding the […]