Less than 30 minutes

Biscuits will be soft when removed from oven. They become crisp when cooled completely. Note

Heat vinegar and honey in the microwave on high (100%) power 10-15 seconds to combine. To roast tomatoes, drizzle with a little olive oil and place in the oven with pork. Note

Perfect to share!

You can use shredded barbecue chicken in place of the duck. Keep it warm in a slow oven, 150°C. Note

Be careful not to over-mix the batter will or your muffins will be dry and rubbery. Use milk in place of buttermilk, if preferred. Note

If preferred, serve squares topped with a honey mascarpone. Combine 250g mascarpone and 2 tablespoons honey in bowl. Dollop spoonfuls of mixture onto squares. Dust with cinnamon sugar. When profiteroles are cooked, pierce each with a skewer to allow steam to escape and prevent it from becoming soggy. Note

A complete meal made in one pot that is ready in less than 30 minutes. This fantastic, delicious and creamy honey mustard chicken risoni is sure to be a new family favourite.

Maple or golden syrup can be used instead of honey. Note

You need about 3/4 cup drained crushed pineapple. Note

Substitute dried apricots for any other dried fruit of choice. Note

Bake blind by lining cases with baking paper. Fill with uncooked rice or dried beans. Bake as directed. Note

Toast almonds by tossing in a dry frying pan on high heat until golden. Note

Egg-yolks can be refrigerated or frozen – use them for mayonnaise and custards or to enrich sauces. To stop the oven door from slamming shut when you’re cooling the pavlovas, use a wooden spoon to prop the door open. Note

To “fold” means to mix liquid or dry ingredients with a gentle lifting motion, rather than beating vigorously. This helps produce a tender cake. Note

To test whether cakes are cooked, insert a skewer into one. If it is clean and dry when removed, the cakes are cooked. Note

Banana chillies are large, sweet and mild. Most supermarkets stock them, or use capsicum. Note

You could also bake these close together on a baking tray. Make them ahead of time and freeze. Note

Make sure you simmer the sauce to cook the cornflour and remove any ‘floury’ taste. Note

makes 24 USe a wide-bladed vegetable peeler to cut cucumber strips. Cut into pieces, then fold in half to place on patties. Note

Make sure you add berries to mixture straight from the freezer. There is no need to defrost them. Note

Cover filo pastry with a clean tea towel to prevent drying. Any leftover pastry can be wrapped in plastic wrap and refrigerated or frozen for later use. Note

Ensure the toffee is poured over the nuts in a very thin layer. Be careful – the tray will be very hot. To prevent crystallisation, do not stir the toffee mixture once it comes to the boil. Note

If using instant coffee granules, dissolve with 2 teaspoons of boiling water to make a paste. Note

When making syrup, ensure sugar has dissolved before it comes to the boil, then simmer, without stirring, to prevent crystallisation. Note

Try this fragrant Mongolian lamb stir-fry recipe from Woman's Day for a simple and tasty weeknight meal. Very thinly sliced lamb works best for this delicious Mongolian stir-fry.

If liked, toss the lamb through the pilaf before serving. Lamb can also be baked in a hot oven, 200°C, for 20-25 minutes. Always rest lamb for 10 minutes before carving. Note

Before adding spinach, place in a sieve and press out excess liquid with a spoon. Cup mushrooms are larger than button mushrooms, deeper in colour and flavour, and great for stuffing. Note

To toast coconut, toss in a dry frying pan over a medium heat until golden, then remove from pan. Note

You can replace orange with lemon or lime. Note

makes 12 Note

Toss coconut in a dry frying pan over medium heat until golden. Remove immediately. Or toast on a baking tray at 180°C for 5-10 minutes. Note

Place icing in a bowl over another bowl of hot water to prevent any lumps from forming. This icing is quite runny, so allow it to drizzle over the sides of the cake. Note

Drain peaches on paper towel for at least 10 minutes before arranging on pastry. This galette can be served with cream or ice-cream. Note

For the ultimate comfort food, try this tasty treat on buttered toast.

Drain peach slices well on paper towel before chopping. Note

Other canned fruit of choice can be used. Make sure it is well drained on a paper towel. Note

If you prefer, you can, use mild pancetta or prosciutto, as well as mild creamy blue cheese in place of goat’s cheese. For a thinner crust, try mountain bread. Note

This simple but delicious French-inspired beef dish is beautiful for a quick family dinner after work.

Use a tight-fitting lid and don’t be tempted to remove it during cooking. Note

Cooking time will depend on type, ripeness and size of the pears. Simmer until a skewer can be removed without resistance. Note

Mangoes are ripe when the flesh gives slightly under gentle pressure and they smell sweet and fruity. The pork in this recipe can be cooked on a chargrill or barbecue plate if preferred. The meat is rested after cooking to allow its fibres to relax and the juices to be retained in the meat. Note

Mouth-watering pork green curry features an authentic coconut and lime flavoured sauce. This quick and easy curry is best served with steamed rice and sprinkled with coriander.

Cold sausages, left-over vegetables or antipasto vegies could be used in this omelette. Note

Other potatoes of choice may be used in this recipe. Note

You can also make these cases using soft tortillas in place of the filo pastry. Spray with oil and press into the holes in the muffin pans. Make the cases in advance, but don’t fill them until you’re ready to eat or they’ll go soggy. Note

Browning the chicken breasts and then finishing them off in the oven helps keep them moist. Note

Fresh rice noodles are available from Asian supermarkets. Cut in lengths, unroll slightly and add straight to the wok. If unavailable, buy noodles from the refrigerated section of the supermarket. Plunge into hot water, separate, then drain before adding to the wok. Note

Rich, creamy and delicious - this pumpkin risotto is a great dinner party dish. When it's cold outside, this beautiful and colourful pumpkin risotto is like a big, warm hug.

For extra fibre and colour, don’t peel the pears in this recipe. Note

If you don’t have a vanilla bean, use 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste. Note

If liked, add a splash of balsamic vinegar to the sauce. Note

If desired, place under a hot grill during the last 5 minutes of cooking for a crisper result. Toss a few dry breadcrumbs through the cheese for extra crunch. 425g can tuna can be used in place of salmon. Note

You may not need to add all the stock. You can use liquid fish stock or a good general-purpose stock powder or cube. Note

The small amount of mixing gives muffins their characteristic rough appearance. Note

Do not make batter until you are ready to cook the puddings. Put them into a hot oven. Puddings will deflate to make a perfect case for the salsa. Note

This mixture is also delicious served wrapped in lavash bread. Note

Pork, chicken or prawns could be used in place of beef. Note

Nutritious and incredibly scrumptious, this sausage and vegetable bake recipe is simple and easy to make. Loaded with fibre, this quick meal is very filling, creating the perfect midweek meal.

Any sausage or salami of your choice can be used. Note

We used a mixture of button, shiitake, oyster and enoki, but you can use any varieties of mushroom you prefer. Note

Halve cherry tomatoes if large. Test custard is set by inserting knife into the centre – if it is clean when removed the custard is set. Note

This mixture can be cooled then frozen or refrigerated in required portions. Chicken, lamb or turkey mince can be used instead of beef mince. Note

You could also add cubes of fish or calamari rings. Any unopened mussels should not be discarded as they are still fine to eat (despite previous concerns that suggested otherwise). The tendon connecting the shells simply needs to be slit with a small sharp knife to open the mussel. Note

You could use 1 green onion or 1/2 small red onion in place of eschalots. Note

Spaghetti and meatballs

Add a little sugar to tomato- based dishes to cut acidity and enhance the flavour. Note

If making ahead, cover with plastic wrap and chill to prevent pastry from drying out. Note