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Turkey breast with cranberry and pistachio stuffing
This turkey breast with cranberry and pistachio stuffing is a delicious way to mix up the way you present your typical Christmas turkey. The stuffing and brandy sauce have a beautiful festive flavour.
Chocolate flourless torte
With its moist fudgy interior, this flourless chocolate torte topped with freshly whipped cream and berries is an indulgent and delicious dessert for all those chocolate lovers.
Ice-cream pudding
This ice-cream pudding recipe is New Zealand’s answer to the traditional British Christmas pudding, perfect for a hot summer Christmas. Prepare the day before so it can freeze overnight!
Trifle wreath cake
This trifle cake is perfect for your Christmas day celebrations. In a fun wreath shape and topped with beautiful summer fruit and homemade custard, it couldn’t get much more festive!
Grilled Brussels sprout salad with creamy dressing
This grilled Brussels sprout salad is a vibrant idea for your Christmas table. With the goodness of sprouts and pancetta, as well as a creamy yoghurt dressing, it will taste just as good as it looks.
Sweet and salty pretzel wreaths
These sweet and salty pretzel wreaths are such a fun idea for Christmas. Easily made in just 10 minutes, it’s a great way to get in the festive spirit with the kids, and they’re so delicious!
Roast chicken with lemon herb stuffing
This roast chicken with lemon herb stuffing is a delicious idea for your Christmas feast, especially when paired with delicious roasted carrots. The stuffing balls add so much flavour to the dish!
Pea, mint and roasted almond salad
This beautiful green salad tastes like a breath of fresh air. With the delicious summer flavours of mint and the homemade mustard cider dressing, this is a perfect side for your Christmas dinner.
Balsamic potato salad
This potato salad strays from the usual creamy mayonnaise dressing with a deliciously zingy balsamic and mustard combination. This healthier salad would make a great addition to your Christmas spread.
Balsamic pumpkin, beetroot and onion salad
This pumpkin, beetroot and onion salad is a great idea for a healthy side for your Christmas table. The balsamic glaze gives it a tasty tang, and it’s filled with beautiful vibrant colours.
Roasted pumpkin and couscous salad
Bring a bowl of colour to your table this Christmas with our roasted pumpkin and couscous salad, which is filled with goodness. You could also make it with your leftover veges on Boxing Day!
Macadamia Florentine ice-cream sandwiches
These macadamia Florentine ice-cream sandwiches are such a delicious treat for dessert on a hot day! Top with dried fruit, nuts and glacé ginger to make these extra festive.
Cherry and amaretti white Christmas log
Serve up a deliciously light dessert this Christmas with our cherry and amaretti white Christmas log, which is filled with the divine festive flavours of amaretti biscuits and fresh cherries.
Christmas pudding ice-cream bombes
Embrace the summer sun with this Christmas pudding recipe, which blends traditional fruit cake with ice cream to make frozen pudding bombes. Topped with ganache and chocolates, you won’t go back!
Pomegranate and frozen yoghurt cheesecakes
These mini cheesecakes are perfect for serving up a simple but delicious dessert. With a crunchy cookie base and creamy yoghurt filling, this is a festive dessert no one will be able to pass up!
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Spelt pasta with peas and ricotta
This easy spelt pasta with peas and ricotta is perfect for a workday lunch. Packed with beautiful greens and zingy flavours, you’ll be the envy of everyone in the office!
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Leek tart with panzanella salad
Whip up this leek tart for an easy, healthy and extra tasty idea for dinner. Pair it with a side of panzanella salad for the ultimate vegetarian meal!
Mexican-style kumara
Bursting with flavours, this healthy, colourful and quick to prepare Mexican-style kumara dish is a tasty idea for a delightful midweek dinner.
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Moroccan lamb salad with roast carrots and grape bulghur
This light and delicious Moroccan lamb salad with roast carrots and grape bulghur is sure to bring all the colour to your diet that you need. Not to mention how good it looks on your plate!
Miso and lemon-glazed chicken with Japanese sesame spinach and avocado salad
This miso and lemon-glazed chicken with Japanese sesame spinach and avocado salad is just as good as it sounds. Whip it up in just 30 minutes for a healthy and delicious midweek dinner.
Chicken and eggplant parmigiana with rosemary roasted kumara
It’s Italian for dinner tonight with this beautifully-flavoured chicken and eggplant parmigiana with rosemary roasted kumara. Served with a side of green salad, this makes a well-balanced meal.
Kumara, prosciutto and smoked mozzarella flatbreads
This crispy flatbread-style pizza tastes just as good as it looks! With a flavour explosion of kumara, prosciutto, mozzarella and balsamic vinegar, you’ll definitely be wanting more than one slice.
Gluten-free ham and spring onion fritters
These ham and spring onion fritters are perfect for a weekend brunch or lunch, especially for anyone looking for gluten-free inspiration. Serve with avocado and baby tomatoes for extra tastiness.
Tuna salad sushi bowl
Love sushi but hate the time it takes to roll? Save time tonight with this quick and delicious tuna salad sushi bowl! Simple, easy, and super tasty!
