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To unmould, run the tip of a knife around the rim of the mould. Dip mould into warm water for a few seconds. Invert onto a serving plate, shake gently and lift off. Note

Drizzle the tart with a little balsamic vinegar or syrup before serving. Note

If you are using fresh eggs, make a slightly more generous cup of dry ingredients. You must sift the flour at least twice in this recipe. If your kitchen is cold, do not take the cake out of the oven straight away or else it will shrink. Leave cake in the oven with the door […]

Sieve the dry ingredients through at least three or more times. It’s best if to use eggs that are a couple of days old to make this sponge cake. Use eggs that are at room temperature. Note

Impress your granny with this indulgent light sponge cake oozing with cream and strawberry jam.

To toast coconut, toss in a dry frying pan on medium heat 2-3 minutes, until golden; transfer to a plate to cool. Note

Delightful and decadent chocolate Swiss roll recipe with fresh raspberries and cream. If desired, you can spread raspberry jam over the cake before adding the cream and berries.

Strawberries, kiwifruit and banana can also be used to top a pavalova Note

If you have an ice-cream maker, you can churn the ice-cream in this following the manufacturer’s instructions. Note

Ensure condensed milk is at room temperature, for easy incorporation with the creams. Note

To make a souffle that is elevated above the rim of the serving dish, you must make a collar. Cut 4 strips of paper about 10cm wide and long enough to fit around each souffle dish. Fold in half. Wrap around each dish so it forms a collar around the edge. Secure with string or […]

So simple, yet so delicious - nothing quite beats a creamy custard tart recipe with buttery pastry and topped with a grating of nutmeg. Perfect with a cup of hot tea or coffee.

Keep chocolate warm over a bowl of gently simmering water. You can use white chocolate melts if you like, or even half and half. Note

Remove fish from the water as soon as bubbles begin breaking. Note

Try different filling, such as wilted spinach and feta, chopped char-grilled vegetables and brie, or caramelised onion and blue cheese. Note

Overnight chilling allows flavours to develop. Toasted flaked almonds can be used in place of almond bread. Note

If preferred, use white chocolate and 1/3 cup toasted nuts of choice – or crumble in cookies or a chocolate bar. If you don’t have an ice-cream maker, pour chilled custard into a loaf pan. Cover with foil and freeze until a 2cm rim has formed around the edge. Transfer to a chilled bowl and […]

Iconic kiwi dessert with its sweet crispy meringue crust, with a soft chewy marshmallow-like centre topped with seasonal fruits. This indulgent pavlova is an absolute show-stopper.

Whip cream with 1 tablespoon icing sugar and 1 teaspoon brandy. Note

If preferred, use drained, flaked canned salmon. Note

When rolling out pastry, always try to roll into the shape of the pan to be lined and roll from the centre out. If you don’t have baking paper, roll on a flour-dusted surface with a floured rolling pin. Note

If you don’t have an ice-cream machine, combine all ingredients and freeze until mixture is almost set. Process to remove ice crystals and refreeze. Note

Unfilled sponge suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Improve on perfection with the addition of tasty roasted hazelnuts to this fluffy, sugary meringue. Top with cream and fruit to create a beautiful pavlova for dessert.

Soft, sweet, buttery pudding enrobed in a gorgeous butterscotch sauce is the perfect dessert on a cold winter�s night. This sticky date pudding recipe is the ultimate dessert indulgence.

This is messy to serve up, but no-one cares because it tastes so good! Cut with a serrated knife. Note

Place ramekins on oven tray before baking to make removal easier. Note

To save time, replace pastry with a ready-made sweet shortcrust tart shell. Note

To make mock cream, cream 125g butter 1/3 cup icing sugar together in a bowl, then beat in 1 tablespoon each of tick and boiling water and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Note

For added flavour, add a squeeze of lemon juice to your seafood pasta. Hot-smoked salmon steaks are available in the ready-to-eat section of the supermarket fridge. Note

Try this soup with other vegetables, such as cauliflower, broccoli or zucchini. Note

Creme brulee is a crunchy and custard-y delight that is deliciously decadent with the beautiful contrast between the brittle caramelised topping and the smooth, creamy custard base.

For tenderness, slice the pork across the grain – it is easier to slice if partially frozen. Note

For an easy-to-cut version, leave pastry in a single sheet and top with cream and berries in a single layer. Note

Just when you thought banoffee pie couldn't get any better, we added more chocolate - this recipes is a double-choc delight! Whip it up in just 25 minutes for a dessert the whole family will love.

The poached meringue will hold quite well for at least 1 hour. Refrigerate if leaving longer. Note

Opposites attract in this cake with sour cream, white chocolate and apricot creating an explosion of flavour in your mouth.

There's absolutely no hassle involved in this easy Italian dish. With a creamy sauce, melted cheese and juicy mushrooms this is one gnocchi recipe you'll be saving for later.

We served our brulee with a selection of lychees, chopped mango and sliced white peaches. Note

Place serving platter in freezer for half an hour beforehand to prevent base from melting too fast. Note

This is great for kids’ sleepovers. Older kids can make the brownie before dinner so it’s ready for dessert. Note

Sink your knife into this decadent Italian coffee and chocolate mousse cake. Enjoy a slice for an indulgent dessert or afternoon sweet treat.

If you can’t find veal schnitzels (look for ones about 150g each), buy veal steaks and pound between two sheets of plastic wrap with a rolling pin, until 4mm thickness. Note

If the pastry has puffed up too much, use a tea towel to press down gently with a baking tray while still hot. Note

Cakes are cooked when they pull away from the sides of the pan and a skewers inserted into the centre comes out clean and dry. Note

When coating the pasta with sauce, it’s easier if you stir in half the pasta first, then the remaining half. Note

You can also use bintje, kipfler, nadine or pink eye potatoes. Note

Remove baking paper from upturned creme caramels before serving. Note

To make small curls, drag a vegetable peeler sideways along a block of white chocolate (at room temperature). Note

Custard tarts are the perfect indulgent afternoon treat with a hot cup of tea or coffee. Nothing quite beats a classic creamy custard tart with buttery pastry and topped with a grating of nutmeg.

The best pears for baking are beurre bosc, packham or william bartlett. Note

Segment orange by removing skin with the pith, then use a sharp knife to cut between membranes and release flesh. Note

You can use 750g cubed, skinless firm white fish in place of the marianara mix. Note

Velvety smooth and flavourful, this is the best homemade vanilla bean ice cream you'll ever make! There is nothing quite like a scoop of homemade rich and creamy ice cream.

Woman�s Day recreates a delicious childhood classic with creamy vanilla custard between flaky puff pastry topped with sweet passionfruit icing � a real teatime indulgence.

White chocolate and cinnamon macarons

Make a couple of snaps first to establish a precise cooking time, then proceed with the remaining mixture, cooking about four snaps on a tray at a time. Once you become confident, you can bake several trays at staggered times. Note

While many recipes call for the condensed milk to be boiled in the can until caramelised, this can be a dangerous method, as there is the risk of the can exploding. Note

Irresistible and popular Italian tiramisu recipe. This super-simple yet delicious dessert benefits from being made ahead of time, allowing all the lovely flavours to mingle.

If you are preparing the cream well in advance, the alcohol flavour wiil become more intense, so use 1/3 cup of frangelico instead of 1/2 cup. Note