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Thick ready-made custard is sold in the refrigerated section of supermarkets. Note

Rich and flavoursome duck red curry from Australian Women's Weekly.

A refreshing, sensational summer dessert with subtle spicy flavours brought to you by Australian Women's Weekly.

A traditional veal scaloppine makes for an elegant dish to serve up to guests.

Mirin is sweet rice wine used in Japanese cooking, it is not sake. Available from Asian grocery stores. Note

These zesty poached guavas are so delicious served with a big scoop of vanilla ice-cream.

If you like, decorate the brownie with white chocolate curls ­ just run a vegetable peeler down the side of a just slightly warmed chocolate block. Jersey caramels are available at supermarkets in the confectionery aisle. Note

This is a hearty wintry recipe, similar to a Lebanese recipe known as mejadra (mujaddara). The lentil and rice mixture could be made ahead and frozen. Thaw in the fridge overnight, or reheat in a microwave oven. You might need to add a little more stock or water to bring the stew to the consistency […]

Warm up with a bowl of this delicious caramelised onion soup with crispy cheese toasts.

Yes, there's macarons in this recipe.

Store squares in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. Note

These fudge bars are soft, sweet, rich and will make an excellent sweet snack or finger food style dessert.

Pasta and pippies are a delicious combination, this dish is loaded with both, plus prawns, mussels, white fish, parsley and lemon.

Combine chocolate cake, chocolate custard and chocolate ganache and you've got this fabulous chocolate on chocolate torte, with cherries on top.

Green curry is traditionally the hottest Thai curry. Prepared chicken meatballs are available from most major supermarkets, chicken shops and butcher shops; if you can't find them, roll chicken patties into balls.

Zuppa primavera is a hearty Italian soup with farfalle pasta and asparagus.

This is the perfect meal if you're after something vegetarian, healthy and filling. The noodles and tofu provide bulk and protein, and the vegetables provide plenty of vitamins and fibre.

Warm, hearty and delicious, this spiced red lentil and ham soup is the ultimate comfort food for a hungry family on a cool evening.

Make a day ahead so the curry flavours can develop overnight. Replace peas with beans, if you like. Note

Pomegranate pulp consists of the seeds and the edible pulp surrounding them; it has a tangy sweet-sour flavour Note

Recipe is not suitable to freeze. Note

You can make the syrup up to two days ahead and refrigerate, covered, until ready to use. Reheat before pouring over the fruit. You can use this syrup with any fruit, for instance, a selection of tropical varieties such as carambola, rambutan, pineapple, mango or mangosteen. Note

With its rich, lemony cooking juices and handfuls of herbs and nuts, this Spanish chicken casserole is a savoury masterpiece. Serve with tender green beans on the side.

Eggplant, tomato & leek lasagne

Spaghetti and meatballs might be considered the classic of the genre, but fettuccine does the job just as well. In fact, given that there's more pasta for the sauce to stick to, some would say even better.

Melt-in-your-mouth, flaky butter pastry and a delicious seafood chowder filling make these individual fish pies a winner.

You can substitute gravy beef (or better yet, a ham bone and chicken stock) for the lamb. Black beans, also known as turtle beans, are a common ingredient in Latin American soups, salads and salsa. They have a black skin, creamy texture and sweet flavour, and are a breed apart from Chinese black beans which […]

A simple chicken, zucchini and parsnip purée that is great for the young ones.

Lentil and chickpea dhal with chutney yoghurt from Australian Women's Weekly.

An American dish of pan-fried beefsteak with a sauce made from the seasoned pan juices.

Not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Use a stiff brush to scrub the mussels under cold water. You can ask your local fishmonger to beard the mussels for you. Discard any mussels that do not open. Note

Thrill the family this weekend with a giant stack of these delicious autumnal pancakes.

This alluring, creamy, sensational pasta dish fulfils your desire to be amazed with a comforting yet exciting meal experience.

Makes enough for four 200g servings of pan fried chicken breast. If sauce is too tart, add a little more honey. Also goes well with whole roast turkey, duck or chicken. Note

Fresh, spicy and deeply savoury, beef pho makes a great lunch, especially on those days when you need a bit of a pick-me-up.

You could use creamy polenta in place of mash to top these veal goulash and potato pies.

serving suggestion Crusty bread. Note

Also known as risi, risoni is a very small, rice-shaped pasta similar to orzo that is often used by Italian cooks when making soup. It can also be baked in a casserole or served as a side dish to a rich meaty main course.

A beautiful and delicious creamy semi-dried tomato and veal from Australian Women's Weekly.

Take a trip to the fish markets for the freshest produce you can find for these individual seafood mornay pots topped with crispy gratin. They're absolutely delicious.

Creamy chocolate and refreshing peppermint - a match made in heaven. We've added some crispy ingredients to this delicious slice recipe to create a wonderfully indulgent dessert.

Serve with crusty bread. Note

Harissa is a Moroccan sauce or paste made from dried chillies, cumin, garlic, oil and caraway seeds. Harissa paste, available in a tube. It is very hot and should not be used in large amounts. Bottled harissa sauce, while still hot, is milder. It is available from supermarkets and Middle-Eastern grocery stores. Note

Navarin is a classic French ragoût of lamb or mutton.

These individual Japanese hotpots are brimming with flavour and comfort.

Duck and lychee Thai curry with sweet coconut and and water chestnuts from Australian Women's Weekly.

This recipe can be made a day ahead. You could use 1kg frozen mixed vegetables instead of the fresh vegetables in this recipe, if you like. Serving per person for each of the five food groups with 1 slice of toast 3½ serves vegetables; 1 serve grain foods; 2 serves lean meat and bean foods. […]

As a general rule, we do not recommend freezing cooked seafood of any kind because it tends to undergo both textural and flavour changes. Note

Herb-flecked and fragrant, this delicious salad makes an excellent lunch or side dish.

Recipe is not suitable to freeze. Note

The dark, smoky flavours of tea and the warm spice of star anise bring out the autumnal sweetness of poached pears.

Kick up your heels and serve this delightfully fresh and zingy passionfruit and rum liqueur at your next soiree. Your guests will love you for it!

If you have an electric pressure cooker you won’t need to reduce the heat to stabilise pressure, your cooker will automatically stabilise itself. Always check with the manufacturer’s instructions before using. Recipe suitable to freeze. Note

Silky smooth and well spiced, this curried pumpkin and coconut soup make a lovely lunch or an excellent starter.

Makes enough for 1.5kg American-style pork spareribs. Ribs can be marinated in the sauce for three hours or overnight; use the marinade to baste ribs during cooking. Sauce also goes well with grilled pork cutlets or as a marinade for chicken wings. Note

Sweet lychee and tart lime make a refreshing cocktail combined with white rum and soda.

To freeze complete recipe to the end of step 2. Transfer to an airtight container. Label, date and freeze for up to three months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator. Reheat in a saucepan and continue from step 3. Note

The relish is best made a day or two ahead and stored, covered, in the refrigerator to allow the flavours to blend. You can add a finely chopped, fresh red chilli to the mixture if you want it hotter. Note

To save time, use leftover chicken or bought barbecue chicken, remove all skin and bones before using. Tarragon is the essential flavouring for many classic French sauces and dishes. It is also blended with parsley, chives and chervil to make fines herbes. Note

A light and creamy guilt-free chocolate mousse, for those times when you really want to treat yourself without over-indulgence.

You need to cook 1/2 cup long-grain white rice for this recipe. Note

Hearty and warming, this delicious cream of kumara soup makes the ultimate Winter comfort food. Especially when served with this tasty rosemary sourdough.

Caramel top `n’ fill is a delicious caramel made from milk and cane sugar. Use it straight from the can for slices, tarts and cheesecakes. Note

You will need to order goat from a specialist continental butcher. This casserole is equally delicious made using lamb. Ask the butcher to butterfly the leg for you. Note

Earthy, autumnal and deeply savoury, this mushroom ragu is excellent served on polenta, pasta, a side for beef or veal or even on thick slices of toasted sourdough.

Speedy and spicy, this tasty dish is great served with steamed basmati rice.

This spiced, savoury Moroccan chicken soup will give you a nourishing mid-week boost.

To prevent icing from becoming too thick, keep it over a bowl of warm water. Prepared sponge cake can be used instead of the Madeira cake. Alternatively, you can use your favourite buttercake recipe ­ it is best made the day before making the lamingtons. Note

A chunky, smoky and delicious Mexican bean and shredded pork soup from Australian Women's Weekly. The ultimate warming dinner dish for cooler evenings.

Bolognese sauce, known in Italian as ragù alla bolognese, is a meat-based sauce originating from Bologna, Italy

This goes well with prawns, chicken, fish, beef, stir-fried greens and pork. Note

You can use seeded frozen cherries instead of the fresh cherries. Note