For children, replace the alcohol with 2 tablespoons of icing sugar and stand for 10 minutes to macerate. If the ice-cream is too soft after slicing, return the slices to the freezer to firm before cutting out circles. Note

Chocolate-lovers may prefer chocolate biscuits for the base. Note

Kirsch is a brandy distilled from cherries, available at bottle shops. Note

To prevent shrinking, it is important to allow pastry to rest after lining pie dish. Note

Bring out the relishes and pickles when entertaining – they impress every time!

Chunky-cut vegetables in this relish make a hearty, satisfying addition to many meals.

Use any favourite sausage. Note

These ribs can be cooked in sauce up to 1 day in advance. Chill until ready to barbecue. Note

If desired, mix fruit of choice into cream mixture before freezing. Note

This basic pancake recipe serves up winning pancakes every time

Turn this into more of a meal by dicing the scooped-out potato and adding it to the cooked chicken for the filling. Note

Add whipped cream for a little extra indulgence. Note

Children love the finger-food nature of burgers, this chicken burger will be a hit with its homemade Japanese slaw.

Lebanese bread, a bread stick or pita bread may be used instead of pizza base. Note

Enrich the soup by swirling in 1 1/4 cup cream and 30g butter at the end. Note

Try making this smoothie recipe using 1 banana, 1 cup of frozen blueberries and 1 cup of natural yogurt. Note

Serve this at brekkie or tea with a hot cuppa or cold milk for the kids. Note

You may like to add 6 rashers of rindless bacon, grilled and broken into pieces. Caesar salad dressing is often flavoured with garlic and a few dashes of worcestershire sauce. Make the dressing without anchovies for the kids. Note

Fish is fabulous on the BBQ – just treat it gently and it will be moist and smoky.

Dropping consistency is reached when the mixture is soft enough to slide off the spoon after a few seconds, but isn’t so soft that it falls off easily. Note

This is the American version of the Australian and New Zealand jam finger-hole biscuits. Note

Makes 1 loaf This bread, adapted from a recipe by Jim Lahey of New York’s famous Sullivan Street Bakery, calls for very little yeast, a soft, slack dough, a long rising time and baking in a covered preheated pot. For a crisper crust, reduce the length of time the pot is covered to 20 minutes, […]

You can use any type of plain biscuits you prefer, such as Nice. Note

Suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

Suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

Cake suitable to freeze before decorating. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Patties suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Ask your butcher to score the rind, 1cm apart, across the pork in the same direction as you will slice. The rind should be scored deeply, through to the fat, to ensure the fat is rendered and the crackling will be crisp. This recipe is best made close to serving. Note

You will need two large (460g) overripe bananas for this recipe. Rectangular foil storage containers (8cm x 16cm, base measurement 2-cup capacity) are recommended to bake these cakes. Suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Hazelnut meal can be substituted for the almond meal. Note

You can use any combination of mushrooms totaling 900g. Note

A blanket and a patch of lawn is all you need to turn lunch at home into a romantic spring picnic

A blanket and a patch of lawn is all you need to turn lunch at home into a romantic spring picnic

Demonstrate your skill on the grill at your next barbecue using this show-stopper by Julie Biuso. You’ll be the talk of the ’hood!

Honey, Cointreau and berry sauce is the perfect finishing touch to this melt-in-your-mouth-delicious baked cheesecake.

Not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

You can replace chorizo with 4 thickly sliced Frankfurts or 4 thickly sliced bacon rashers. For a more substantial meal, serve with poached, fried or scrambled eggs. Make toasties with two slices of wholemeal bread using any leftovers. Note

Poach eggs in a frying pan of simmering water with a dash of vinegar 2-3 minutes. Note

This would also be delicious with chicken or veal schnitzels. Use shredded or torn iceberg lettuce in place of spinach, if preferred. Note

Serve with scrambled eggs instead of poached. For a more traditional eggs benedict, use blanched asparagus in place of spinach. Note

For added flavor, reduce the mozzarella to 1 cup and add 1/2 cup parmesan. You could also whisk in 1-2 teaspoons Dijon mustard with the cream. Note

Use milk or dark chocolate instead of white chocolate in the rocky road, if you like. Add 1/2 cup glace fruit of your choice in step 2. MAKES ABOUT 36 SLICES Note

These cooked strawberries soften the sharpness of the rhubarb, making it more intense and fruity. The copious juices thicken once the pie cools; they are the perfect amount for serving.

Turkey breast prepared this way is also delicious tossed through salads or used in sandwiches. Note

Look for baby rice cereal, such as Farex, in the baby section of supermarkets. Chocolate mint patties and white choc bits are usually gluten-free, but be sure to check the labels on packets when shopping. Note

It’s important to cook the caramel until it is a deep amber colour. If it’s removed from the heat too soon, it will be runny and won’t coat the chicken well. Note

Scrumptious and easy-to-make pecan loaf with grated zucchini brings moisture and a tender texture to this delicious loaf. Cut into thick slices and drizzle with sweet honey if desired.

Refresh or reheat scrolls by wrapping in foil lined with baking paper and placing in a preheated 200°C or 180°C fan oven for 6-8 mins, until warmed through. Note

If you’re time-poor, you can buy an un-iced chocolate cake from the supermarket, cut into 3cm slices and then cut into rounds using a 7cm cookie cutter. To serve, combine 1 1/2 tsp of instant coffee with 2 tbsp boiling water. Pop each cake into the microwave for about 20 seconds to warm through, then […]

Stored in an airtight container, caramel popcorn will keep for one week. Note

Once the toffee apples are set, wrap in cellophane and give as take-home treats. Note

When making the filling it’s not absolutely necessary to repeat the watering, swishing and mixing process six times, but it does help make it a softer cream filling (lighter than standard butter cream) as well as removing any grit left from the sugar. Note

When the weather starts to cool down, indulge in this aromatic apple pie recipe that is filled with Granny Smith apples and is tucked away into a buttery and golden pie crust.

Equipment paper towel; food processor (for breadcrumbs) sharp knife; frying pan; wooden spoon; large baking dish; butchers twine; foil; skever; sleve; whishk 5kg (size 50) turkey, rinsed well inside and out, then patted dry Roasting the turkey upside down for most of the cooking time will ensure lovely moist breast meat. The duck fat (available […]

Makes about 12 cups Add extra crunch by mixing 1 cup of roughly chopped pecan nuts in with the popcorn, then pour caramel over. For another flavour variation, sprinkle ground cinnamon over caramel-coated popcorn. Note

Delicious seafood chowder with mussels in a rich broth, served with bread rolls and lemon wedges

Save time and marinate sausages for 15 minutes. Note

Make ahead: Prepare a double quantity uncooked patties for another dinner. DIY idea: Try Turkish pide rolls instead. Note

Incredibly moreish hearty, chunky and creamy seafood chowder, packed with smoked cod, prawns, mussels and potatoes is especially tasty when served alongside crisp garlic bread.

For fluffy pancakes, don’t overmix batter. Note

Leftover chocolate cake makes a great lunch box treat. Note

Make ahead: Prepare sauce a day before and keep in the fridge. Reheat gently in the microwave before serving. Note

Hollandaise sauce is also great served with grilled or beef steak. Try different herbs to flavour hollandaise. Recipe makes about 1/2 cup hollandaise. Note