This beautifully sweet dish combines fluffy brioche, creamy mascarpone cheese and fresh mixed berries to create this indulgent breakfast dish, perfect for the weekend!

This is Vietnam’s famous beef noodle soup. Note

If you cannot find doongara rice, use white long-grain rice instead. Doongara rice was developed and is grown in Australia. It’s a white, long-grain rice similar to basmati, and has a higher content of amylose (starch) than other rice, which means it is more slowly digested ­ it has a lower glycaemic index than most […]

Rolled rice is a gluten-free flaked cereal similar to, and a good substitute for, rolled oats. It is available in supermarkets and health-food stores. Note

Basil can be substituted for parsley. Not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Grilled ham and cheese sandwiches that originated in French cafés and are typically made with gruyère.

Use chipolata sausages if you prefer them. Cook the tomatoes until the skins begin to shrivel and split, then add the spinach and stir until wilted. Push the mixture slightly to the side of the frying pan to make four holes for the eggs to slide into. Crack the eggs, one at a time, into […]

Crispy Middle Eastern-style potato and spinach frittatas packed full of za'atar, a blend of roasted dry spices.

You can substitute any fruit for the strawberries and mangoes in this recipe. Mixed berries are another great option, remember frozen berries are full of flavour and are just as delicious as fresh ones, so this is a good year round alternative. Note

A rustic version of the French toasted sandwich that is a classic in bistros and cafés.

Polenta tends to become firmer as it stands; stir in a little extra boiling water if you prefer a softer texture. Note

Crispy Swiss rösti with pan-fried ham and cherry tomatoes from Australian Women's Weekly.

This recipe is the perfect way to use up the last of your smoked salmon, in fact, it is so delicious you may find yourself deliberately putting aside salmon just for this dish. Note

Gruyère is a hard-rind Swiss cheese with small holes and a nutty, slightly salty, flavour. It is a popular cheese for soufflés as it melts easily. Like a traditional soufflé, this soufflé omelette should be eaten straight away to prevent it sinking. Note

Eggs contain 11 essential vitamins and minerals and are choc-full of protein. While egg allergy is one of the most common allergies in children, researchers from the University of Melbourne have found that introducing eggs early is thought to provide protection. Note

You need about three passionfruit for this recipe. You could layer these trifles in two 1-cup (250ml) glasses, for a prettier look. Note

An exquisite lunch dish of parmesan polenta with a delicate walnut and capsicum salsa.

Oatmeal, also sold as oatmeal flour, is made from milled oat kernels; it is not the same product as rolled oats or oat bran. It is available at health food stores. Note

You will be able to find the ingredients for this muesli either in the health food aisle at most supermarkets or health food stores. The muesli will keep in an airtight container for up to 1 month. Note

A staple in French cooking, fines herbes is a blend of fresh, never dried, herbs (usually parsley, chives, tarragon and chervil), used to impart an immediately recognisable flavour to many classic egg, fish and chicken dishes. Note

Use a wooden spoon to make a whirlpool in the water before adding the egg, if you like; however, it’s best to poach just one egg at a time this way, as it gets a bit tricky whirl pooling the water once there’s more than one egg in it. Note

Frittata can be cooked on top of the stove, in a medium lightly oiled slightly sided frying pan; cook on low heat, uncovered, until almost set, then brown frittata under a preheated grill. Frittata can be served hot or cold Note

Ghee is good to cook with as it doesn’t burn as quickly as butter. If you prefer, use 30g unsalted butter and 1 tablespoon olive oil for frying. Micro cress is a cress that has been harvested at seedling stage. It is available at speciality greengrocers and markets. Micro cress is highly perishable, so must […]

One muffin is to be served per person for breakfast. The remaining muffins can be frozen or eaten as a snack. You could make two large muffins for breakfast and the remaining mixture can be made into snack-sized mini muffins. The ricotta mixture serves 2 people; make a fresh batch before serving the remaining muffins. […]

A quick, light and simple salad with an amazing combination of flavours and textures.

These pancakes are also great for dessert. Swap the strawberries for bananas, if you like. Note

A popular Moroccan spicy tomato stew - the addition of eggs make this a great breakfast dish to share.

An light and exquisite breakfast with a smoky and delicious crunch of pancetta.

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 months. Note

This is a great way to jazz up average pastries or to use 1-2 day-old croissants and pains au chocolat.

The tin needs to be coated thickly with melted butter so the roll won’t stick to the inside of the tin. Don’t use cooking-oil spray, as this doesn’t give a good enough coating and the roll will stick and be hard to turn out. If you can’t find nut roll tins, this mixture can be […]

Treat yourself this morning with gorgeous French-style spelt crêpes with poached pear and blueberries.

These delicious savoury potato pancakes are absolutely beautiful enjoyed with smoked salmon and dill cream. Perfect any time of the day, this dish is a real winner!

The frying pan goes under the grill in this recipe, so you need a frying pan with an ovenproof handle, or cover the handle with a few layers of foil to protect it from the heat of the grill. If you don’t have a lid for the frying pan, cover it with foil. Cook the […]

You can soak the beans early in the day before you want to serve them, then at night make this recipe; reheat the beans for breakfast the following day. Note

You can find both pepitas and craisins in most supermarkets. Rolled rice is available from health food stores or the health food section of your local supermarket. Note

An exquisitely Mediterranean breakfast dish served with a gorgeous capsicum olive relish.

Chances are you’ve had an early morning. You might have even been out in the paddocks already. Come inside to the warmth of the kitchen and enjoy a wholesome country breakfast, in readiness for a big day ahead. Note

Micro cress and herbs are available from gourmet green grocers and some growers’ markets. If unavailable, use small coriander leaves or chopped chives. Note

The inspiration for this tasty salad is that famous New York deli sandwich, the Reuben, a universal favourite ever since its creation in the early 1900s.

Sweet chilli relish is available in most supermarkets and delicatessens, or other any chutney or relish would be suitable. Note

Recipe is best prepared as required. Note

The plain pancakes are suitable to freeze. Note

A light and healthy Indian-style breakfast dish that packs a real flavour punch.

Chickpea flour (besan) is available from the health food aisle of supermarkets or health food stores. Note

This recipe is best made on day of serving. Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

Late morning is a good time to serve this country breakfast, skipping lunch and going for a long afternoon walk before dinner.

It is important to squeeze as much excess moisture as possible from the potato so that the pancakes hold their shape while cooking. You can also use russet burbank or spunta potatoes for this recipe. Note

This traditional Spanish frittata combines salty chorizo and fresh veggies to create a flavour-packed dinner dish the whole family will love.

Made from fresh corn, these fritters, served with spinach, bacon and tomatoes, are also a great lunch dish or casual dinner. But for a late breakfast they can’t be beaten. For breakfast they should be cooked just before they’re served, but cold corn fritters are excellent picnic food, so make a few more than you […]

To test the conserve: when the mixture has thickened, place a saucer or a small plate in the freezer for 5 minutes or until chilled. Spoon a little of the hot conserve onto the cold saucer. Return to the freezer for 2 minutes or until chilled. Touch the conserve. Note

Spice up your breakfast omelette with this popular Indian recipe.

For a citrus twist, add a little finely grated orange rind and replace the apple juice with orange juice. Replace the raspberries with blueberries and sprinkle with lightly roasted hazelnuts. Note

You could poach or fry the eggs, if you like. Note

Croissants are by far the most famous of all the French pastries and are made using a butter-rich flaky pastry. In France they usually eat them just with jam, while around the world they have become popular filled with both savoury and sweet fillings. If you prefer, you can replace the fontina with a good-quality […]

A moist and delicious Greek apple cake that is traditionally eaten for breakfast.

Rösti can be eaten hot or cold. Swap sweet potato for potato, squeeze excess liquid from potato first. Note

You need about four trimmed rhubarb stalks for this recipe. Calcium is well absorbed from dairy products, but poorly absorbed from foods rich in oxalic acid, such as spinach and rhubarb. So stick to dairy foods as the main source of dietary calcium, but enjoy rhubarb as a tangy, vibrant, stewed fruit. Note

A fragrant and exotic Vietnamese-style tea from Australian Women's Weekly.