Lemon and rosemary oaty bar slice
Nici Wickes introduces a savoury note to her lemon slice recipe, hence the rosemary, as well as loading some oats into the base to give it a more interesting texture. Give it a try!
Chocolate slice with raspberry and lemon topping
Nici Wickes' chocolate slice recipe is so simple! You'l love the pop of flavour and texture the raspberries give each piece along with the smooth lemony icing. Serve in squares and enjoy
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Beef cottage pie with parsnip topping
A classic gets a delicious twist in this cottage pie recipe. Tasty beef mince filling is topped with cheesy parsnip mash, baked and then served piping hot for a winning family meal
Creamy parsnip and almond soup
Warm up with this delicious creamy parsnip and almond soup recipe. Smooth, nutty and lush with cream, this vegetarian soup is delicious served with crusty bread with lashings of butter
Bombay curry with potato, chickpea and kale
Embrace the flavours of India with this delicious Bombay curry with potato, chickpea and kale. Serve this warming vegetarian dish with steamed rice for a comforting midweek meal
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Spicy Madras-style pumpkin curry
Looking for your next winning vegetarian meal? This spicy Madras-style pumpkin curry recipe ticks all the boxes. Serve with rice, cooling sour cream and zingy lime wedges for a filling family meal
Rich fish and cardamom curry with pawpaw salsa
This comforting curry recipe creates the perfect warming family meal. Tender fish fillets are cooked to perfection in a spiced cardamon coconut broth then served with a fresh pawpaw salsa
Easy pork vindaloo curry with raita
Recreate this tender pork vindaloo curry at home with this easy-to-follow recipe. It's great served with warm naan bread for dipping, and finished off with a cooling yoghurt, mint and cucumber raita
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Thai-style green curry with prawn and courgette
Spice up your night with this Thai-style green curry recipe. Spiked with chilli and packed with prawns and courgette, this dish is delicious served for dinner with rice and crispy wonton squares
Healthier beef rogan josh curry
This recipe is a delicious yet lighter and healthier take on beef rogan josh. Serve this curry with rice, pappadums and tomato kachumba for a warming family meal that packs a flavour punch
Potluck recipes: Easy bring-a-plate ideas
Going to a potluck and need inspiration? Check out our delicious bring-a-plate ideas. From crowd-pleasing finger food and starters to salads, mains and desserts, these recipes are sure to be a hit.
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All the pinwheel and scroll recipes you’ll ever need
Fluffy, warm and oh-so-moreish, these recipes are the perfect example of why we love pinwheels and scrolls so much. From savoury and cheesy to sweet and sticky - there's a recipe for you.
14 tasty pesto recipes ideas that go beyond pasta
While pesto pasta is hands down one of the most delicious dishes EVER, there's a lot more you can cook with this vibrant green sauce. Dig into these pesto recipe ideas including burgers, salads, tarts, pizza and more.
Kale recipes that are seriously good for you
Discover how good this superfood can be with these delicious kale recipes. From healthy salads and chips to hearty pastas and tarts, these dishes are the perfect way to add some greens to your life.
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Broccoli recipes that make it easy to eat your greens
Broccoli is a green, lean nutrient machine! Dig into our best broccoli recipes; from healthy side dishes to hearty mains like pasta, soup and bakes, these dishes will give you your 5+ a day in a mouthful!
Roasted fennel, potato and caramelised onion frittata
Nici Wickes' frittata recipe is a celebration of root vegetables – the roasted fennel is meltingly good! Serve warm or at room temperature with a fresh salad for a vegetarian, gluten-free lunch or dinner
Root vegetable and rosemary gratin
Nici Wickes' root vegetable and rosemary gratin is divine. This recipe uses less popular winter veges, such as turnips and parsnips, but feel free to use potatoes and carrots if you prefer
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Pork chops with diced celeriac, garlic and thyme
This recipe is one of Nici Wickes' go-to meals during winter. The flavour of celeriac is beautiful, like a combination of celery and nuts, and it pairs well with the pork chops in this dish
Soba noodle salad with chilli jam chicken
Make your next meal a flavorful affair with this delicious soba noodle salad recipe. Packed with colourful veges and served with chilli jam chicken, this dish makes a delicious lunch or dinner
Pizza pancakes with lemony salmon topping
A breakfast favourite gets the dinner treatment in this tasty pizza pancake recipe. Savoury pancakes are spiked with peas and ricotta then topped with a lemon poached salmon salad. Delish!
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Tuna and vegetable mornay with super cheesy sauce
Master a family favourite with this delicious tuna mornay recipe. Packed with vegetables and bound in a super cheesy sauce, this budget-friendly meal is perfect served with a fresh salad for dinner
Spiced fish kedgeree with brown rice and boiled eggs
An Anglo-Indian classic gets a slightly healthier twist in this spiced kedgeree recipe. Brown rice, warming spices and protein-packed fish and eggs are the stars of this versatile dish that's perfect enjoyed any time of day
Spiced tomato and lentil soup with corn and coriander
This comforting spiced tomato and lentil soup recipe is the perfect budget-friendly meal to get you through the week. Leftovers are great served for lunch the next day (plus it also freezes well)
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Winter vegetable casserole with chunky basil pesto
A winter favourite gets a tasty vegetarian twist in this vegetable casserole recipe. Packed with in-season veg and served with homemade pesto, this one-pot meal makes it easy to get in your 5+ a day
One-pot chicken and lentil casserole with pumpkin mash
Warm up this winter with this healthy chicken and lentil casserole recipe. Easily created in one pot and served with creamy pumpkin mash, this hearty meal will fill up the whole family at dinner time
Turkey and winter vegetable casserole with stuffing balls
This turkey and winter vegetable casserole recipe is your one pot comfort food stop. Filled with healthy meat, veg and hearty homemade stuffing balls, this dish was made for chilly nights
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One-pot Turkish lamb meatball kofta casserole
Taste the flavours of Turkey with this delicious one-pot casserole recipe. Tender homemade lamb kofta is slow cooked with fruits and spices to create a warming, filling meal the whole family will love
Easy beef and red wine casserole with mashed potatoes
Economical and easy, this one-pot beef and red wine casserole recipe is sure to hit the spot for a comforting dinner! Serve this tender, slow cooked dish with creamy mashed potatoes
12 easy enchilada recipe ideas to make for dinner
For a foolproof weeknight dinner the whole family will love, you can't go past enchiladas! Try our best enchilada recipe ideas including chicken, beef, vegetarian, pork and even tuna. They're quick, easy and most importantly - delicious.
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15 warm salad recipes to enjoy on cold days
Fresh, healthy salads aren't just for hot summer days. Dig into our best warm salad recipes including pasta salad, potato salad, lamb salad and vegetable salads. Enjoy for lunch or dinner any day of the week.
12 deliciously sweet walnut dessert recipe ideas
What better way to celebrate nutritious, omega-3 rich walnuts than adding them to a naughty dessert? From cakes to muffins to puddings and biscuits, these walnut recipes are sure to go down a treat.
Pork fillet with orange, rosemary and fennel
Get inspired for dinner time with this delicious pork recipe. Paired with orange, rosemary, fennel and quince paste, this gorgeous dish is a winner served with crispy potatoes and steamed green beans
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One-pot chicken with wine, leeks and garlic
One-pot wonders rule in winter. Nici Wickes shares her mum's recipe for whole chicken slow-cooked with wine, leeks and garlic. Served with salad and crusty bread, this chicken dinner is a winner!
Extra creamy pumpkin and crispy sage risotto
A bowl of this pumpkin and sage risotto is pure comfort. Nici Wickes' recipe for this classic Italian dish also happens to be gluten-free and vegetarian, making it perfect for a range of dinner guests
One-pan baked chicken with roasted grapes and rosemary
This Nici Wickes recipe sees juicy chicken breasts combined with roasted grapes, olives and sticky pan juices. Serve straight from the pan with salad or steamed greens and mash. Yum!
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Roasted garlic and soy chicken wings with broccolini
Master a family fave with this delicious garlic and soy chicken wings recipe. Marinated in a sticky sauce then roasted to perfection, this winning chicken dinner is so tasty served with broccolini
Fast fattoush salad with tuna and broccolini
This fast fattoush salad recipe creates a healthy, delicious meal in less than 20 minutes. Packed with tuna for protein and plenty of fresh veges, this dish makes the perfect dinner or work lunch
Char siu pork salad with noodles and broccolini
This char siu pork salad recipe creates the perfect light lunch or dinner. Packed with veges, vermicelli noodles and mouthwatering char siu pork, this delicious dish can be on the table in a flash
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Grilled chicken salad with zingy buttermilk dressing
This chicken salad recipe sees char-grilled veges tumbled with crunchy croutons, chicken breast and zingy buttermilk dressing to create a delicious diabetic-friendly meal. Enjoy for lunch or dinner
Diabetic-friendly Mediterranean fish bake
Serve this Mediterranean fish bake recipe with fluffy couscous and lemon for a diabetes-friendly meal the whole family will love. Plus it's ready in less than an hour - talk about speedy and healthy
Warm prawn cake salad with sweet chilli dressing
This recipe sees homemade prawn cakes tossed through a punchy Asian salad to create a diabetic-friendly meal that's tasty enough for the whole family to enjoy. Plus, it's ready in under an hour
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Easy homemade muesli bar recipes
It's easier than you may think to create this lunchbox favourite from scratch at home. From no-bake bars to healthy refined sugar-free versions, these muesli bar recipes will hit the spot.
16 of our best kūmara recipes
We've rounded up some of our favourite recipes
10 perfectly sweet shortcake recipes
There's just something about crumbly, buttery shortcake we can't resist. From stawberry shortcake to apple shortcake and soft marshmallow versions, these recipes are the perfect sweet indulgence.
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Mini coffee and rum syrup cakes
It doesn't get much simpler than these mini coffee and rum syrup cakes. This recipe is perfect for whipping up for guests at a moment's notice - no fancy ingredients or techniques required
Lime and passionfruit syrup cake
Morning tea has never tasted so good! This scrumptious cake recipe comes alive with the zesty lime and passionfruit syrup that's spooned over the top as a sweet finishing touch
Pineapple and ginger syrup cake
Craving a taste of the tropics? Dig into this gorgeous pineapple and ginger syrup cake recipe. Sweet and gently spiced, this cake is swimming in warm, sticky syrup and topped with refreshing mint
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Low carb cauliflower rice risotto with mushrooms
Risotto with no rice? Who would've thought! This delicious recipe sees cauliflower rice take the place of traditional arborio to create a creamy, lower carb risotto that doesn't sacrifice on flavour
Cauliflower and potato soup with crispy potato slices
You'll see exactly why cauliflower soup is a winter favourite when you dig into this recipe. Creamy and oh so comforting, this vegetarian soup is served with crispy potato slices - perfect for dipping
Speedy Mediterranean chicken bake with mixed veges
Enjoy a roast dinner in a snap with this speedy Mediterranean chicken bake recipe. Use any veges you have on hand, such as courgette, kumara or onion - anything works for this simple meal
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Chicken Cumberland pie with pumpkin topping
Cumberland pie is a quintessential British dish, much like the classic cottage pie. In this recipe, winter vegetables are paired with chicken mince in a creamy sauce and topped with pumpkin mash - yum
Crab, potato and kumara rissoles
Love crab cakes? Then you've got to try this delicious crab, potato and kumara rissoles recipe. Serve this dish for a light and lovely lunch or dinner with golden potato chips, salad and lemon mayo
Cheesy pork cordon bleu rissoles
It doesn't get much better than this cordon bleu rissoles recipe when you're craving comfort food for dinner. Herbed pork and veal mince is stuffed with cheese and ham then cooked to perfection
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Mexican beef mince meatloaf pie with tomato salsa
Meatloaf, but not as you know it. This recipe transforms this favourite into a family-sized mince pie spiked with Mexican flavours. Top with fresh tomato salsa and a liberal drizzling of sour cream
Mediterranean layered lamb mince meatloaf
Meatloaf gets a Mediterranean twist in this delicious recipe. Lamb mince is layered with vegetables, topped with feta, sprinkled with pine nuts then baked to perfection. Serve in slices and enjoy
Chicken mince and bocconcini mini meatloaves
Make the most of a supermarket staple with this delicious chicken mince and bocconcini mini meatloaves recipe. Simple yet just a little bit fancy, this meal is perfect served with kumara mash
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Lamb mince kofta rissoles with chickpea tabbouleh
Mince gets a Middle Eastern makeover with this delicious lamb kofta recipe. Serve with a fresh and healthy chickpea tabbouleh salad for a tasty, simple meal the whole family will love
Tuck into these pull-apart bread recipes
Fluffy, savoury (or sometimes sweet), these pull-apart bread recipes are worth baking. From classic ham and cheese to combos that are a little bit fancy, these carby treats are made for sharing.
12 side dish recipes that celebrate carrot
Sweet, delicious and inexpensive, there's lots to love about carrot! Try it grated in salads, roasted with honey or mashed to creamy perfection with these side dish recipes.
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Shannon’s easy kids’ pizza with mushrooms, ham and cheese
Nici Wickes shares a family favourite courtesy of her nephew, Shannon. This kids' pizza recipe is so easy and simple for kids and adults to make - from the homemade base to the vege-packed toppings
Smoked salmon, caper and red onion pizza with rocket
Nici Wickes' salmon, caper and red onion pizza recipe is light, tasty and full of zing! The easy homemade pizza dough recipe and the tasty topping combo is sure to be a hit with the whole family
Cauliflower and Jerusalem artichoke soup with roasted pear chips
Soup gets sophisticated with this stunning cauliflower and Jerusalem artichoke soup recipe. Topped with blanched Brussels sprouts and roasted pear chips, this dish is winter in a bowl
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Smoked pork sausage and potato soup with roasted pumpkin
Smokey, warming and economical, this pork sausage and potato soup recipe is a winter winner. Serve with maple roasted pumpkin, sour cream and herbs for a tasty, wholesome family meal
Pork and prawn wonton noodle soup
This pork and prawn wonton noodle soup recipe is essential for cold nights. With homemade dumplings and warming chicken broth, this soup is winter comfort food at its best
Avgolemono (Greek egg and lemon chicken soup)
Enjoy a taste of the Mediterranean with this beautiful Avgolemono soup recipe. Thickened with an egg-lemon mixture and full of tender poached chicken, this Greek-inspired soup is a must-try
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Slow-roasted pork shoulder ragu with fettuccine
Pork shoulder is slow-roasted to tender perfection in this ragu recipe. Serve with ribbons of fettuccine or freeze and enjoy for a delicious meal later on. This dish is also slow cooker friendly
Cheat’s lasagne with pork and mushroom
This cheat's lasagne recipe makes quick work of creating this family favourite. Packed with flavour and ready in just over an hour, this dish is perfect for enjoying an Italian classic in a snap
One-pot chicken meatball risoni with arrabiata sauce
There is no pre-cooking of pasta for this one-pot wonder recipe! Enjoy homemade chicken meatballs cooked in a spicy arrabiata sauce, paired with risoni pasta and grilled until cheesy and golden
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Baked potato recipes that jazz up the humble spud
Baked, stuffed, jacket - whatever you call them, these spud recipes are here to satisfy. From classic combos to sophisticated toppings, these baked potato recipes will become family favourites.
12 delicious recipes you can make with canned beans
Add a budget-friendly fibre boost to your next meal with these clever recipes starring humble canned beans. From hearty bakes to curries and Mexican-inspired dishes, these ideas are perfect for dinner.
Zesty raw lemon slice (dairy-free and nut-free)
When life gives you lemons… you make yummy healthy treats! This zesty raw lemon slice recipe is nut-free, dairy-free, and refined sugar-free, making it perfect for almost everyone!
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Get prepared with these make-ahead freezer meals
Stack the freezer with these easy make-ahead meal recipes! Perfect for days when you just don't have time to cook, these recipes make it easy to eat homemade any night of the week.
Master a family favourite with these meatloaf recipes
Simple, delicious and budget-friendly, meatloaf is a family favourite for a reason. Dig into our best meatloaf recipes that turn beef, chicken, pork, lamb and turkey mince into a tasty meal.
Orange-choc loaf
Nici Wickes highlights just how good orange and choc are together in this recipe. Using almond meal and flour ensures a moist cake that stores well. Adding chocolate takes it from loaf to super-loaf!
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Banoffee banana cupcakes with caramel filling
Banoffee is too good to be restricted to just pies! Get creative with this recipe which sees banana cupcakes filled with caramel and topped with whipped cream and fresh banana. Yum!
Raspberry-filled coconut cupcakes with cream cheese icing
This indulgent recipe sees coconut cupcakes filled with tart raspberries and topped a lush cream cheese icing. Dust with icing sugar and serve as a show-stopping treat at your next sweet occasion
Nutella-filled chocolate cupcakes
Celebrate the world's favourite chocolate hazelnut spread with this sensational Nutella-filled chocolate cupcakes recipe. Create these decadent treats next time you need something sweet to share
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Herby pork schnitzel with mushroom, sage and wine sauce
Schnitzel gets taken to delicious new heights in this recipe. Golden crumbed pork medallions are drizzled with mushrooom, sage and wine sauce and served with mashed potato for a comforting dinner
Creamy chicken and vegetable pot pies
This creamy chicken and vegetable pot pie recipe is bound to go down as a family favourite. Simple yet packed with flavour, these pies are perfect served with roast carrots on chilly nights
Creamy seafood soup
Warm up on chilly nights with this creamy seafood soup recipe. Thick and comforting, this soup is perfect dished up to the family with plenty of buttery crusty bread to soak up all the flavours
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Creamy seafood marinara pie with mashed potato topping
This creamy marinara pie recipe creates the ultimate comforting meal. Bound in a creamy sauce and topped with a cheesy mashed potato topping, this dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family
Crustless quiche with chorizo, feta and antipasto veges
Your favourite dish just got easier with this crustless quiche recipe. Packed with chorizo sausage, creamy feta and marinated antipasto veges, this meal is best served warm with a fresh salad
Individual salmon mornay with fennel chilli white sauce
This recipe puts a gourmet twist on a comfort food classic. Individual salmon fillets are baked to perfection then drizzled in a creamy fennel and chilli spiked white sauce and served with kale
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Easy vegetable moussaka
A Mediterranean staple gets a vegetarian twist in this vegetable moussaka recipe. Packed with veges and covered in a creamy white sauce, this dish makes delicious work of getting your 5+ a day
Homemade tortellini with creamy bacon sauce
It's easier than you think to make homemade tortellini thanks to this delicious recipe. Toss through an irresistibly creamy bacon sauce for a winning pasta dish the whole family will love
Mum’s French onion soup with cheesy baguette toasts
Nici Wickes shares the recipe for her family's favourite soup - her mum's French onion soup. With its melting cheesy topping and rich, sweet onions, this soup is easy and economical to make at home
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Green goddess soup with spinach and hazelnut
Nici Wickes' green goddess soup recipe is as good for you as it is glorious to slurp and it's fabulously fast to make. The roasted hazelnuts pair well with the spinach, and both are high in iron
Mushroom soup with blue cheese toasts
Serving blue cheese toasts with Nici Wickes' mushroom soup recipe will make you swoon. Serve on chilly nights for a warming vegetarian dinner that's bound to keep tummies happy all round
Easy pork sausage penne pasta
Pork sausages are the key to creating this easy penne pasta recipe. Simple yet satisfying, this speedy dish is the perfect weeknight meal for feeding the family. Try serving with parmesan and salad
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Spinach and broad bean vegetarian cannelloni
If you're looking for your next vegetarian dinner winner, here it is. This spinach and broad bean cannelloni recipe is packed with all those delicious Italian flavours and plenty of veges
Creamy salmon and spinach lasagne
Switch up a family favourite with this creamy salmon and spinach lasagne recipe. Serve hot from the oven for a filling, delicious weeknight meal that's just a little bit fancy
Sweet and sour pork meatloaf with pineapple topping
Love sweet and sour pork? This tried-and-true favourite is transformed into meatloaf form with this easy recipe. Serve with rice and salad for a filling meal the whole family will love
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Mini chicken and mozzarella prosciutto-wrapped meatloaves
An everyday dish gets a gourmet upgrade with this meatloaf recipe. Chicken mince, mozzarella and prosciutto come together to create delicious mini meatloaves that are perfect for lunch or dinner
Roasted vegetable and chorizo risotto
Getting in a good dose of veges is easy with this tasty risotto recipe. Spiked with chorizo and paprika, this dish has a wonderful smokey flavour that's delicious on chilly nights
Freezer-friendly coq au vin pie with cheesy potato topping
A classic French favourite gets a modern twist in this coq au vin pie recipe. Serve this potato-topped dish hot from the oven or freeze and enjoy later when you want a home cooked dinner in a snap
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Freezer-friendly Asian style slow-cooked pork shoulder
Spiked with ginger and soy, this Asian style slow-cooked pork recipe is a winner. Serve with rice and steamed Asian greens or freeze and devour later on for a speedy dinner when you're short on time
Freezer-friendly meatloaf with mashed potato topping
Good old Kiwi favourite mince is the star of this deliciously simple meatloaf recipe. Serve warm from the oven in slices or freeze for an easy homemade dinner when you're short on time
Freezer-friendly green beef curry
Enjoying a creamy, fragrant meal in a snap is easy with this freezer-friendly green beef curry recipe. Serve this warming dish with rice and extra basil for a dinner the whole family will love
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Freezer-friendly veal scallopini with salsa verde
This Italian-inspired recipe sees golden veal scallopini served with a bright, tangy salsa verde. The best part? You can freeze the veal for an easy, delicious dinner when time is tight
Freezer-friendly minestrone soup
Make dinner time a breeze with this freezer-friendly minestrone soup recipe. Enjoy hot off the stove or freeze for a quick and easy meal when you're pressed for time. Serve with bread and dig in!
