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Paper hearts can be bought at newsagents, or you can place a smaller heartshaped cutter, covered with plastic wrap, on each cake before dusting. Dust hearts with icing sugar. Pour mixture evenly into prepared pan. Use a cutter to cut hearts. Note

Recipe is best prepared as required. Note

You can serve these mango cheeks with lime fresh, or sprinkle them with brown sugar and grill briefly first.

We used a purchased 800g (1½-pound) fruit cake. Light or dark fruit cake is suitable, use whichever you prefer. Note

Shake things up with this upside-down beef dish from Australian Women's Weekly.

These gluten-free coconut, almond and berry cupcakes make the perfect sweet treat with a cup of tea.

Lemon and dill dressing can be made a day ahead. Cover; refrigerate until required. This recipe is best made just before serving. Not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Sweet apple, pear and fig sit beneath a crispy filo pastry lid in this delicious autumnal pie.

A little bit sticky and a little bit spicy, these pork chops won't disappoint, especially not with side of crunchy coleslaw. If you prefer, you could substitute the blue cheese for feta.

Fragrant and sticky Thai-style pork on broccolini from Australian Women's Weekly.

Cooking this cake slowly ensures all of the moisture is maintained; resulting in a moist, fruity, delicious dessert. The ultimate treat.

These pies taste wonderful with a fresh rocket salad dressed with 2 tablespoons lime juice, a tablespoon of olive oil and a clove of garlic. Combine this with 100g baby rocket leaves, ¼ cup coarsely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley and ¼ cup fresh mint leaves. Sprinkle with 2 chopped green onions. Note

A slice of this dense, zesty cake goes wonderfully with a dollop of yoghurt.

Not suitable to microwave. Not suitable to freeze. Note

Use a hot wet palette knife to spread the frosting over cakes. Either run your palette knife under the hot water tap or stand it in a cup of hot water. Note

Simplicity is best when it comes to fresh seafood, and fresh is best to match with the sharp, fragrant flavours in this Asian inspired dish.

Makes enough to accompany 500g of grilled or roasted mixed vegetables, also goes well with grilled chicken tenderloins,fish or beef skewers, roasted eggplant; stirred into a filling for fresh spring rolls. Stir ¼ cup hot water into sauce to thin it, if desired. Note

Thick, nourishing and deeply satisfying, this lentil, burghul and spinach soup makes a great weekend lunch dish.

Combine remaining ingredients in small bowl, pour over slaw mixture; toss gently, season to taste. Note

Filling can be made a day ahead. Cover; refrigerate until required. Palmiers, flat, flaky, palm-shaped French pastries, are traditionally made as a sweet with caramelised sugar. We have come up with this savoury version. Note

Whole baked feta in the Greek-style, with oregano, paprika and pepper, makes a fabulous starter or shared platter. Serve with wedges of lemon.

Impress your guests this autumn with this simple, stunning dessert. The addition of thickened cream sweetened with maple syrup rather than the usual sugar is simply perfect.

Fragrant, healthy and fun Thai salad cups for dinner, lunch or as side dish.

These easy stuffed mushrooms are divine served with a fresh green salad and crusty bread.

A classic British dish in canapé form.

Filled with almond frangipane and sweet dates, this stunning tart is absolutely delicious served with whipped cream and a pot of hot coffee.

A wonderful spiced chicken with all the flavours of Portugal. Basted with a chilli, garlic, paprika and oregano paste then stuffed with lemon and thyme, this chicken is fragrant, moist, tender and spicy.

These easy individual tiramisus require no cooking and are perfect for a dinner party.

Delicious and tender beef kebabs threaded with red onion and lathered in teriyaki sauce.

You can use 750g (1½ pounds) frozen broad beans. Boil, refresh and remove skins as for fresh broad beans in step 1. Baharat is a middle eastern spice available from some delis and middle eastern grocers. If it’s hard to find, use moroccan spice mix instead which is readily available from supermarkets. Falafel mixture can […]

This delicate pasta dish combines the loveliest of summer flavours.

Filled with jam and cream, these elegant little cakes are simply delectable, with a cherry on top.

Autumn figs and blue cheese combine beautifully with hot steak, asparagus and brandy gravy.

These delicious tarts have a buttery crust and make a fantastic light lunch served with salad.

Tamarind concentrate is available from Asian and Indian grocery stores or in the Asian section of some supermarkets. Adjust the amount of chilli in the tamarind and chilli marinade to suit your taste as it’s very hot. Note

Dukkah-crusted lamb with smoked eggplant dip from Australian Women's Weekly.

Put the kettle on and enjoy a slice of this old-fashioned spiced sponge roll, just like Gran used to make.

Serve these spicy, crunchy fritters with a dollop of yoghurt for the perfect savoury snack.

If fresh coconut is unavailable, use 1 cup finely shredded dried coconut. The chutney is best if made with a firm (just underripe) honeydew melon. To open a fresh coconut, pierce one of the eyes then roast coconut briefly in a very hot oven only until cracks appear in the shell. Cool, then break the […]

Fresh and crunchy Vietnamese marinated beef salad from Australian Women's Weekly.

Light and healthy wasabi, soy and sesame noodles from Australian Women's Weekly.

French-trimmed lamb shanks are redolent with the spices of the Middle East in this Moroccan inspired dish.

You need 1 large overripe banana (230g), to get the amount of mashed banana required in this recipe This recipe is gluten-free and yeast-free The cake batter needs to be spread quite thinly to bake properly. If you haven’t got twox22cm sandwich pans use two x deep 22cm-round cake pans Note

Fragrant Thai salad with barbecued beef, served with wedges of lime.

Cool, sweet and fruity, this refreshing mango and hibiscus sorbet is perfect to enjoy on a warm Summer afternoon by the pool. It is only enhanced by a splash of prosecco.

A balsamic vegetable stew, originating in France, that is simple and delicious.

Try serving the fruit kebabs with chocolate sprinkles and desiccated coconut as well as 100s & 1000s. Note

These greek-style omelettes are healthy and full of flavour. For a fluffy omelette, whisk the egg whites until soft peaks form; serve with crispy bacon for a complete breakfast or brunch.

Super speedy and full of strong, clean flavours, this delicious pasta is a great starter or main, for entertaining or a family dinner.

We've foregone the classic version of this drink for a little sweetness. James Bond might frown, but we love it.

Perhaps the most well known pumpkin recipe comes from the United States, in the form of this delicious pie. You will need to cook about 350g pumpkin for this recipe.

Thick-cut T-bone tagliata, Italian sliced steak, served with zesty rocket and parmesan salad.

The trick to stir-frying is having all the ingredients chopped, weighed and measured before you start cooking. This is known as mise en place', and translates to everything in its place and ready to go. Trim the snow peas, peeling the stem and string away from the peas, then cut snow peas in half. To […]

A sweet and nutty beef stir-fry with broccolini from Australian Women's Weekly.

Delicious little tomato, feta and pancetta frittata from Australian Women's Weekly.

A super fast and easy stir fry of egg noodles with chicken in tamari, mirin, ginger and garlic marinade.

Try this gourmet yet simple Mediterranean style pizza to add a little excitement to the dinner table.

Semi-dried tomatoes are packed with that delicious, punchy flavour. Some greens, pasta and a drizzle of oil is all you need to make them sing. Use frozen peas, if fresh ones aren't available.

Get the kids helping in the kitchen with these adorable funny face cupcakes.

You can substitute rib-eye (scotch fillet) or sirloin (new-york cut) steak for the eye fillet in this recipe. Note

Topped with golden, flaky pastry these individual chicken, leek and mushroom pies are great for either lunch or dinner.

Red curry paste is available in various strengths from supermarkets. Use whichever one suits your spice-level tolerance best. Note

This delicious Middle Eastern dip is made with chickpeas, yoghurt and garlic. Serve it up with fresh Lebanese bread to create a delicious starter or healthy snack.

A quick and easy dish that is full of big flavours.

kipfler potatoes, small and finger-shaped, have a nutty flavour and are great baked or in salads. You will need two bunches of asparagus for this recipe. Note

soak eight bamboo skewers in cold water for an hour before use to prevent them splintering or scorching during cooking. Note

Healthy, fragrant and authentic Japanese teriyaki chicken rice salad.

Turkish grilled chicken club sandwich served with refreshing coriander aioli.

These tasty little pizzetta bites with pesto, bocconcini and prosciutto make a great share platter for a cocktail party.

These barbecued prawns with a spicy, Indian-style marinade make a fabulous starter, or a platter of finger food for passing round at a party.

This delightful recipe combines all the great flavours of baklava into delicious cute sized cookies.

You'll win lots of friends with this luscious layered nachos recipe topped with fresh guacamole and sour cream.

For a non-vegetarian option, substitute tofu with lean chicken mince. You could use butter lettuce leaves, if you prefer. For extra heat, add an extra fresh long red chilli. Note

The garlic mayonnaise can be thinned with a little boiling water, if you prefer. Note

There is nothing better than the scent of home-baked bread wafting through the house. Try this delicious gluten-free version.

With spicy roast potatoes and a zingy tomato and capsicum salsa, this light fish dish makes a delicious, healthy dinner.

Beef ribs with a subtle and sweet maple and sherry glaze from Australian Women's Weekly.

The sweet citrus flavours of the mandarin are a wonderful contract to the richness of the pork in this fresh, crisp salad.

They are an unlikely pair, but the combination of banana and passionfruit is fresh, healthy and delicious; always a winner. Make sure your bananas are ever so slightly firm, with no blemishes.

Tender and delicious veal that is slow-cooked in Asian aromatic spices and wine.

Exquisite Japanese teriyaki pork with wasabi dressing served with a colourful salad.

Pilaf can be prepared several hours ahead. Transfer pilaf to an ovenproof dish, cover with foil and refrigerate. Warm in oven as required. Note

Moroccan spice mix and preserved lemon have the ability to transform the humble chicken thigh from a tasty cut of meat, to a sensation dish. Don't be tempted to substitute chicken breast, the thigh is much more tender, succulent and flavourful.

Grilled lamb cutlets with a bright and colourful pea mash.

Bananas are a good source of the minerals potassium, which helps our brains function properly, and phosphorous, essential for good health. They are also a great source of easy-to-digest fibre. Don’t peel or cut the bananas until you’re just ready to assemble this dessert because they’ll turn brown quickly. Note