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You can use any flavoured jam or honey. If you don’t have toasted muesli, chop up a muesli bar instead. Note

QUICK RELEASE METHOD Each time the lid is removed from the cooker, the pressure must be released quickly first. Use tongs (steam can burn your fingers) to turn the pressure valve on top of the cooker to open the valve and release the steam. We use this method when adding ingredients and when checking the […]

Pan-fried in a fragrant spice mix, this jerk salmon tender, flaky and utterly delicious. Serve with a fresh homemade corn and black bean salad for a real flavour kick!

You can buy prepared tabbouleh, if you like. Burghul is also known as bulghur wheat; you can use couscous instead of the burghul in this recipe. Note

A tasty tapas dish, delicately spiced with fragrant saffron, this platter of olives and cheese makes an elegant addition to a selection of nibblies.

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

One version of the Fallen Angel cocktail is made with crème de menthe, but this version, using blue curaçao, is more popular with us. Glass 350ml piña colada. Note

Recipe is best prepared as required. Nashi are also known as Asian pears but are now widely cultivated in Australia. They are round in shape with a very juicy, crisp, sweet, white flesh. You can substitute any other variety of pear, if preferred. Note

This slice will keep in an airtight container for up to three days. Note

This dish is as simple as gathering all the ingredients together and throwing them in the wok for a few minutes to cook. Add more or less chilli to this dish according to taste.

This simple broad bean and feta salad makes a great bed for these lemon pepper pork cutlets.

Pesto can be made up to a week ahead and kept, covered, in the refrigerator. Pesto can also be frozen for up to 3 months. Note

Loaded with vegies, this speedy stir-fry makes an ideal weeknight meal.

Sweet, spicy and fragrant roast chicken marinated in a lemon, thyme and chilli sauce.

Perfect for parties, serve these simple sweet chilli and coriander prawn skewers with lime wedges and plenty of napkins.

This recipe is also nut-free, dairy-free and egg-free. Handy hints ice-block sticks are available from craft and hobby shops. For easy pouring, use a saucepan with a pouring lip, or carefully transfer the hot toffee to a heatproof jug. Note

EQUIPMENT 20cm x 30cm (8-inch x 12-inch) rectangular cake board We used Tic Tacs to make the ladybird `trail’. Use as many ladybirds as you like to decorate the cake board. Use any critter lollies you can find, sour worms work well, or even use plastic spiders, if you like. If using non-edible decorations, make […]

Flavoursome and delectable tapas-style nibbles of bocconcini, olive, cherry tomato with pesto.

Hoisin sauce is a thick, sweet Chinese barbecue sauce made from salted fermented soy beans, onions and garlic. It can be used as a marinade or a baste, or as a flavouring for stir-fried, braised or roasted foods. It’s found in all Asian food shops and most supermarkets. Note

This colourful pork and seafood salad is bursting with exciting flavours and textures.

None of are too grown-up for an ice-cream sundae. Especially ones that look as good as these.

The portobello mushroom is virtually a larger version of the swiss brown or cremini mushroom. Dense and hearty, it is a great variety to choose when making stuffed mushrooms. You can use swiss browns here but purchase the largest ones you can find.

In just under 15 minutes this delicious and healthy stir fry can be on the table. Serve with hot, steamed rice, if you like.

Fore quicker version, replace fresh Asian vegetables with a 500g packet of frozen vegetables, used as directed. Note

A spicy rhubarb salsa teams beautifully with tender lamb chops in this mouth-watering dish.

You can vary the ingredients in these muffins- try adding a little chopped salami and black olives. Or try basil, semi-dried tomatoes, pine nuts and brie. Note

This recipe is high in protein with a rich source of good fats from the fish and nuts.

This spring lasagne by Everyday food is a glorious celebration of seasonal vegetables. Ricotta, mascarpone and pecorino replace traditional bechamel to add a wonderful flavour and texture.

You could use any firm-fleshed white fish fillets for this recipe ­ we used blue-eye. Make the breadcrumbs from bread that is at least a day old, grate or process stale bread to make crumbs. Fish can be crumbed several hours ahead, store, covered, in the refrigerator. Note

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.

low GI You need 12 bamboo skewers for this recipe; soak them in water for at least an hour before using to avoid them splintering or scorching. Do not puree the carrot mixture too far in advance because it could separate if left to stand too long. serving suggestion Steamed green beans and a fresh […]

Delicious and fresh Italian-style crostino of tomato and basil from Australian Women's Weekly.

Serve with crusty bread. Note

Blood oranges are available in winter, at other times use navel oranges. Note

Wonton cups can be prepared a day ahead and stored in an airtight container. You need 3 x 12-hole (1-tablespoon/20ml) mini muffin pans. If you only have one pan, that is fine, just cook the wonton cases in batches. You could also serve the tuna tartare in a bowl with a pile of home-cooked prawn […]

Sandwiched with brandy butter cream, these stacked hazelnut and orange spice cookies make a stunning Christmas treat.

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. Note

Get the kids busy in the kitchen with these delicious coconut, lime and pineapple cookies.

French trimmed lamb cutlets are the ones where the meat and fat have been removed from the bone entirely.

This marinade is absolutely delicious served with beef, lamb or pork. Hot potatoes can also be tossed through as a dressing.

Your kids will love this recipe, great tasting and easy to make

Simple and sweet these cupcakes are decorated with crystalised violets.

Spicy beef pie with polenta crust brought to you by New Zealand Woman's Weekly. Photography by Rob Shaw / bauersyndication.com.au / Woman's Day

These spicy oysters are sure to win over your guests at a barbeque or cocktail party. You can make the spicy dressing in the morning and dress the oysters just prior to serving.

Dip your fingers in cold water when shaping the prawn balls to prevent the mixture from sticking to them. Placing prawn balls on a plastic-wrap-lined tray and refrigerating them for at least half an hour before frying will firm them and help ensure they don’t fall apart during cooking. Prawn balls can be shaped a […]

Fresh fennel and apple relish makes this simple dish of pork cutlet and potato into something rather special.

If using bamboo skewers, soak in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent them scorching during cooking, or cover the ends with foil. For a simple tzatziki sauce, combine ¾ cup low-fat yoghurt, 1 clove crushed garlic and 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley in a small bowl. For a simple chilli tomato […]

This goes well with fish, prawns, pork and chicken. Note

Like mushrooms, witlof is grown in the dark to retain its pale colour. Sometimes spelled witloof, and in some places known as belgian endive or chicory, this versatile and bittersweet vegetable is as good eaten cooked as it is raw. You need to purchase a large barbecued chicken, weighing approximately 900g, for this recipe. Note

The crumb mixture can be made several hours ahead; cook zucchini just before serving. If zucchini flowers are not available, substitute small zucchini, quartered lengthways. Note

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!

The perfect starter to a dinner party with loved ones, or just an indulgent weekend meal with drinks, these beautiful garlic crumbed mussels are beautiful with a glass of wine.

These little potato cakes are as fluffy as a soufflé, with a nice crunchy golden exterior. They’re delicious served with chutneys and pickles.

This dish is absolutely decadent and one for the grown ups. Barely ripe figs are best to use, if overripe, they are likely to fall apart during cooking. If you must, dried figs will do.

Sambal is a hot relish made using fresh fruit and vegetable ingredients, this cucumber and pineapple sambal is spicy and crunchy.

Silverbeet, shallots, carrot and mushrooms can be combined several hours ahead. Keep covered in refrigerator. Add dressing and noodles just before serving. Note

If palm sugar is difficult to find, you can use brown sugar instead Note

Top this dense white chocolate mud cake with a smooth, sweet ganache for the ultimate cake treat!

If you're feeling like a low-carb light and nutritious dinner this recipe will not let you down. It's also quick and easy and perfectly finished off with a squeeze of lemon.

Use 3kg (6 pounds) turkey marylands if you can’t get drumsticks. Note

Store pickled ginger in the refrigerator. Ginger will turn pink once the vinegar mixture is added. Young ginger is available from Asian grocers. It is easier to find during the summer months.

A delicious and flavourful Italian sausage and three-cheese lasagne from Australian Women's Weekly.

If you need to assemble some cocktail snacks in double-quick time this recipe is perfect. You could even prepare the wontons earlier in the day and keep them in an airtight container.

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

Can be made a day ahead up to step 2, and left covered in the fridge. Note

Basted with a balsamic glaze, these lamb chops are tasty and tender and beautifully paired with this creamy olive mash.

Finished with a drizzle of melted chocolate, these nutty meringue sticks are excellent served with coffee.

Recipe not suitable to freeze. Kecap manis is a sweet, thick soy sauce and is available from Asian grocery stores or in the Asian section of large supermarkets. Note

Thrill your family and friends this Christmas by attaching these easy, stunning angel cookies to your presents.

This elegant Japanese delicacy, like any seafood, is best with the freshest fish.

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.

You can use pumpkin instead of the kumara. The beef mixture, without the coriander, is suitable to freeze. Add the coriander when reheating Note

You need about two medium carrots to get enough grated carrot for this recipe. Spoon the mixture evenly into the paper cases in pan. Sift the icing sugar into a heatproof bowl. Stir in the butter and enough orange juice to make a firm paste. Put bowl of icing mixture over a saucepan of simmering […]

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