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Turn one of the cheaper cuts of beef into a melt-in-the-mouth tender, flavoursome and hearty meal. Serve with steamed rice.

You’ll need to cook 1 cup jasmine rice. Note

For crudites we used celery sticks, peeled baby (Dutch) carrots, seeded cucumber sticks and halved baby red radish. Try smoked salmon instead of prawns. Price will vary. Fresh prawns should smell like seawater and be free of black marks. Avoid frozen prawns with freezer bum marks. Make sure packaging isn’t tom and is firmly sealed. […]

This classic Aussie pub-style dish is given a delicious makeover using fresh, good quality ingredients to produce a rich, creamy sauce.

Warm caster sugar by placing in baking tray in warm oven (160°C) for 2 minutes. Jamsetta is available from the baking aisle of any supermarket. To test if jam is set: Place a teaspoon of jam on a chilled saucer; cool. Push jam with a finger; if it wrinkles, it’s ready to bottle. Note

Beef vindaloo is a classic curry most famous in India's Goa region. Not for the faint hearted, the chilli packs a particularly spicy punch. To balance the dish, serve with a side of riata and an ice cold beer.

Equal amounts of sugar and fruit must be used to achieve a good gel. Test if jam is ready by placing a teaspoon of it on a cold plate. Touch with your fingertip – if the top wrinkles, the jam is ready to jar. Note

This classic salad pairs grilled chicken, salty bacon and a runny poached egg with a creamy Caesar sauce to create this iconic cafe-style dish. Serve warm for ultimate flavour impact.

Use a finely chopped onion if you don’t have a leek. Make croutons by toasting crestless bread and cutting into cubes. Alternatively, fry cubes of bread in a little oil or butter until golden. Note

If desired, use fresh or frozen corn kernels. “Egg flowers” can be omitted if preferred. Note

A comforting classic.

Forequarter chops are sometimes quite large Simply halve them by slicing along the bone. Note

Folding in the egg whites will make sure this spinach roulade retains a light and fluffy consistency. The prosciutto and cream cheese provide a robust flavour and textural balance.

You will need approximately 720g salmon for this recipe. Note

Onion soup with mini dampers

Use the back of a floured spoon to press base dough evenly into prepared pan. Note

Try adding a splash of soy sauce just before serving. Note

Cut pancetta in half, cook in frying pan 2-3 minutes each side, until crisp, drain on paper towel. Leftover risotto can be pressed into lightly greased muffin pan and baked for 15-20 minutes, until golden, to make risotto cakes. Note

To roast tomatoes, arrange cherry tomatoes in a baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil and season to taste. Roast in a moderate oven, 180°C, for 15-20 minutes, until they begin to collapse. Note

Test by spooning 1 teaspoon of marmalade onto a cold plate. Push with your fingertip and if it wrinkles it is ready. If not, continue boiling until setting point is reached. Alternatively, if setting is taking too long, it may be that the fruit is slightly over or under- ripe, affecting the amount of pectin […]

Packing a classic savoury Japanese punch, this warming and nourishing miso udon soup by Woman's Day is head and shoulders above any other 'just add hot water' concoctions you can buy.

Create a classic Sunday roast at home with this timeless rosemary lamb recipe, complete with crispy golden potatoes and a refreshing mint jelly.

Handling frozen pastry is easier if you let it just partially thaw. Tarts can be dusted with a little nutmeg before the final baking, or with icing sugar before serving. Accompany with cream if liked. Note

Taste the dressing before serving to ensure it is a perfect balance of hot, sour, sweet and salty. If it is too hot, add extra lime juice and sugar. If desired, you could a little crushed peanut brittle or bean sprouts for extra crunch and sweetness. Note

This is also delicious made with fish instead of steak. Reduce cooking time to 10 minutes. Curry can be made 1 day ahead. Note

If preferred, use 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary instead of fresh. Note

Makes 20 Note

To prepare pappadums quickly and easily, spray with oil and arrange on the turntable of your microwave oven. Cook on high (100%) power 1 minute, until puffed and crisp. Cool before serving. Note

This moreish slice is perfect for morning tea with a hot cuppa or as a delicious treat for the kids after school. They'll gobble it up!

For added flavour, add a squeeze of lemon juice to your seafood pasta. Hot-smoked salmon steaks are available in the ready-to-eat section of the supermarket fridge. Note

A classic Australian combination, experience the taste of your favourite pub meal at home with this deliciously tender fillet steak, topped with a creamy mushroom sauce and served with crisp potatoes.

Fill the whole family up with this satisfying vegetarian soup. Serve immediately with some crunchy bread or pop it in the freezer to enjoy for lunch throughout the week.

If you're looking for a warm, comforting winter meal you will certainly enjoy this seafood soup.

Escape those Winter blues with this filling laksa, bursting with spicy flavours, vegetables and juicy prawns.

Pea and lettuce soup

Take the classic cream sauce up a notch with whole green peppercorns that gives an exciting edge to your steak meal.

Accompany this with leafy salad. Note

Make the most of cherry season and preserve the flavour to enjoy for months to come.

Seafood and eat it.

Cooking with green tomatoes is a great way to use up those pieces that just won't ripen, either on the vine or off. Serve with cold meats and cheese or on sandwiches and burgers.

Home made preserves are so very simple to make, and there's so much pleasure to be had from eating jam you made yourself.

Instead of mango, use another soft fruit of choice. Toast the sesame seeds by stirring them in a frying pan over a medium heat 2-3 minutes. Transfer to a bowl. Note

If cooking for children, use orange juice instead of rum. Note

Turkey mince is learner than regular beef or pork mince. To hide added vegetables from the kids, grate vegies rather than chopping them. Add chopped basil for green goodness and flavour. Note

You can make your own Moroccan spice mix: combine 1 tsp each of ground cumin, ground coriander and ground ginger, and 1/2 tsp each of allspice, cinnamon and cayenne pepper. Note

For a super authentic flavour to this amazingly tender Moroccan lamb pie, substitute preserved lemon rind for fresh. Cumin seeds add that final, exotic flourish.

Leaving prawn heads on creates a rich seafood-flavoured sauce. You can use fresh turmeric root, found in some supermarkets, in place of ground. Brighter in colour, it has a fresher, more lively flavour. Peel off brown skin with a teaspoon, then grate double the amount you’d use for dried, to add to curries, soups and […]

Line base and 2 sides using 1 strip of paper Repeat with remaining 2 sides. These will act as levers when removing slice from pan. Note

This is a super quick dinner and a great one for lifting spirits mid-week, with tender pork meatballs in a mild curry sauce and just-cooked green beans.

Packed full of flavour and spice, this hearty beef curry has a brilliant Vietnamese twist.

Take a trip to India with this warm soup made with tikka masala curry paste and best served with crunchy papadums.

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

Store in cool, dark place for up to 6 months; refrigerate after opening. Note

This fragrant chicken and pumpkin curry is packed full of flavour and mild spice. Enjoy a bowlful hot off the stove for a warming Winter dinner.

Start your morning the right way with this nourishing soy porridge. Packed with whole grains, seeds, nuts and sweet banana, it is full of goodness to charge you for the day.

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

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

Jazz up your standard family weeknight dinner with this delicious grilled Mexican stack, made by layering tortillas with melted cheese and a tender spiced chicken filling.

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

Chunks of tender pork steeped in the the earthy warmth of ginger and coconut milk - you can't go wrong with this moreish meal to beat the winter chills.

Packed with tender seafood, tomato and saffron, this risotto is hearty and delicious and makes a great red meat-free meal.

For an authentic touch, sprinkle with fried shallots (onions). Available from asian grocery stores and some major supermarkets. Note

Replace half the corn with frozen peas or beans. Instead of shredded chicken, you could flake 100g smoked trout or salmon into the soup in Step 3. Note

Moroccan-style lamb pies

With a name like chocolate love pots, you can't go past these little pots of chocolately goodness when planning a romantic dinner.

To protect fish flesh from drying out or overcooking when steaming, leave skin on. The flesh will be beautifully moist and you can remove the skin to if you like. Note

Sure to become a firm family favourite, this dish combines the comfort of meatballs with the adventurous flavours of North Africa.

Sōmen noodles are a classic Japanese noodle and can be served hot or cold. Here, we've teamed them with a piping hot savoury dashi broth and shiitake mushrooms. You can add extra ingredients like sliced snow peas or green beans or shallots.

The secret to this simple dish is the ratio of water to rice. Follow the instructions carefully and you'll be rewarded with soft, fluffy and flavoursome ginger rice.

Sabyon is the French name for Zabaglione, the fluffy custard and sometimes beverage. The lime flavoured sabayon is delicious with poached fruit such as peaches, mandarins or mango. Enjoy shortbread biscuits dipped in the coffee based version.

Tasty, fresh and incredibly healthy, this is the kind of chicken and corn soup that leaves you feeling energised, refreshed and ready for anything.

Tom yum is a Lao and Thai, clear, spicy and sour soup. It is widely served in neighbouring countries such as Cambodia and Malaysia and has become popular worldwide. Just one taste of our recipe and you'll see why.

Savoury mince on toast is an all-time family favourite; kids and adults of all ages love it. Serve on buttered toast or, to extend the meal even further, mix the mince with cooked pasta. Use any vegetables you like.

The great thing about this pineapple and citrus fruit marmalade is the celebration of so many delicious fruits in the one jar. The balance of different flavours is just perfect. Spread liberally on hot buttered toast.

Green tomatoes aren't a particular variety, they're simply unripe; they can be picked off the vine at any time. They don't taste very nice raw, but as the main ingredient in this relish, they are a taste sensation.

Mozzarella is rather delightfully known as 'fior di latte', literally meaning 'flower of the milk'. It provides a wonderfully creamy and mild balance to the spice in this rosemary and tomato barley risotto.

Impress your guests with this surprisingly easy, yet elegant chocolate gelato and honeycomb terrine. Topped with a deluxe, warm chocolate fudge sauce, this is the dessert that just keeps on giving.