If you have a sugar (candy) thermometer, use it for these recipes. These nuts are so moreish it will be hard to hand them over; to prevent such a dilemma, double the quantity and the problem is solved! Note

You can use char-grilled capsicum from a jar, if you prefer. Note

Soak the skewers or toothpicks in cold water for 30 minutes before using to prevent them from splintering and scorching during cooking. Note

This recipe is not suitable to freeze. Note

The gherkins will lose their colour gradually during storage. This does not affect their taste or texture in any way. Note

Delicious little French confectioneries that literally mean 'small oven'.

The perfect summer lamb dish for cooking on the backyard barbecue.

These pork rolls are a tasty starter before a main course of fried rice or a bowl of chicken broth with rice noodles.

A sweet and delicious pear and walnut chutney from Australian Women's Weekly.

Delicious little French croquettes with a tangy caramelised onions from Australian Women's Weekly.

Keep the rolls moist by covering them with a slightly damp piece of kitchen paper, then store them in an airtight container in the fridge. Rolls can be made a day ahead. Swap the tofu for cooked shredded chicken breast for a non-vegetarian option. Note

To freeze; complete recipe to the end of step 2. Place empanadas, in a single layer, on a bakingpaper-lined baking tray. Freeze for 2 to 3 hours or until firm. Transfer to a large snap-lock bag. Expel any excess air. Label, date and freeze for up to one month. Continue from step 3, cooking time […]

Salted cod, also known as salt cod, baccalà, bacalhau, bacalao and morue, is available from Italian, Spanish and Portuguese delicatessens and some speciality food stores. It needs to be de-salted and rehydrated before use. Note

Tender and flavoursome rabbit and hazelnut terrine - the perfect addition to your next dinner party or afternoon tea!

Marinated bocconcini makes a great addition to antipasto platters or fresh green salads, use baby bocconcini, if available. Recipe can be refrigerated for 2 weeks. Note

The combination of sweet orange cake and fragrant fennel works perfectly together to create a flavour-packed dessert, perfect for people who don't have a massive sweet-tooth.

A tasty snack or finger food for entertaining, these deliciously crispy potato skins are great served with our homemade dips. We've given you three recipes to choose from. Or, make them all!

Delicious and comforting steamed sweet chilli prawn dumplings from Australian Women's Weekly.

Make your own version of the popular Asian-style satay chicken starter dish to impress your family and friends.

You can buy butterflied sardines from most good fish markets, or get your fishmonger to butterfly the fish for you. To butterfly your own fish, buy an already gutted fish, slice down the length of the belly until just before the tail, place fish, belly-down, on a chopping board and roll gently with a rolling […]

Creamy pumpkin and bitey feta make this simple pizza an easy meal with loads of flavour.

Fontina is a smooth, firm Italian cow’s-milk cheese with a creamy, nutty taste and brown or red rind. It is an ideal melting or grilling cheese. You can use swiss, cheddar or gouda cheeses instead. Note

Sweet and sour quail perfectly balanced with a pine nut salad.

Delicious and simple appetizers: corn and pea samosas packed full of spices.

The fish can be marinated and threaded onto skewers a day ahead, store, covered, in the refrigerator. You can use any large fish fillets or steaks, such as ling, gemfish, snapper, kingfish or silver warehou, for this recipe. Soak 12 bamboo skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before using to avoid scorching or […]

Empanadas are crispy pastries stuffed with spicy beef, tomato and potatoes.

The combination of mashed potato, bacon, onion, cheese and sour cream in these cakes is so good you’ll find it hard to stop at one. You can also use lasoda or pink-eye potatoes for this recipe. Note

Delicious little pork kofta on skewers served with mint yoghurt from Australian Women's Weekly.

A rich brownie cake packed full of the flavours of the muscat grape in both wine and vine form.

This recipe is not suitable to freeze. Note

Toffee is best made just before serving or up to 1 hour beforehand. Note

Cute little mini quiches that pack a huge blue cheese punch.

These golden mushroom fillo triangles are the perfect cocktail party snacks.

Soak 10 bamboo skewers in cold water for an hour before use to prevent them splintering or scorching during cooking. Note

The rolls are suitable to freeze at the end of step 2 for up to 2 weeks. Thaw in the refrigerator then cut into slices. Note

The cucumber can be sliced with a vegetable peeler for even, thin slices. Note

Goujons are small strips of fish or chicken, coated in breadcrumbs and deep-fried.

Regular pappadums can be substituted for ready-to-eat mini pappadums, if preferred. Break into quarters; shallow-fry. Note

You could set out a platter of sliced chicken, bowl of salad with serving tongs and stack of tortillas for everyone to assemble their own great food-to-go. Note

Fresh, fragrant and flavourful in every mouthful.

Sweet potato fries loaded with delicious pulled beef short ribs, candied jalapenos, chimichurri and mozzarella.

Mediterranean-style lamb meatballs with a fresh and herbaceous chutney.

If you don’t have leftover mashed potato, prepared mashed potato is available from the vegetable section of most large supermarkets. Note

Crispy and delicious spinach and feta triangles for sharing with family and friends.

Meat & three veg

For a milder pistou, substitute flat-leaf parsley for half of the rocket. Note

.Sumac is a purple-red, astringent spice ground from berries growing on shrubs that flourish wild around the Mediterranean. It adds a delightful tart, lemony piquancy to food without the heat of chilli. Available from the spice aisle of most supermarkets and Middle Eastern stores. Note

Fresh samosas are sold in Indian food shops and delicatessens; frozen samosas can be found in most supermarkets. Note

Helpful hint Pizza cheese is a commercial blend of processed grated mozzarella, parmesan and cheddar cheeses. Use plain cheddar cheese if you like, or use a tasty or mature cheddar for extra bite. Note

To prevent prawns curling up too much during cooking, before coating, make three cuts along belly of each prawns. Turn prawns over and press down gently along the length of the body to flatten slightly. Note

Garlic wedges can be made a week ahead. Note

We used a bottled mixture of cornichons and baby pickled onions. Rillettes are a classic dish served for an aperitif with slices of baguette, cornichons and a glass of red wine. Duck or goose rillettes are also very popular in France. Note

You can also use lasoda or pink-eye potatoes for this recipe. Note

These small French croquettes make for great snack or cocktail food.

Delicious, thin and crunchy Belgian-style chocolate hazelnut thins.

For shallow-frying, add enough oil to come halfway up the side of the food to be fried. Aioli is garlic mayonnaise, available from the condiment aisle in most super markets. Note

Pide is a Turkish-style pizza, usually stuffed with a spiced lamb filling.

Soak the bamboo skewers in warm water for at least 15 minutes to prevent them burning during cooking. You can replace the prawns with squid or mixed seafood and serve with a good mayonnaise or aioli from your supermarket. Note