Less than 60 minutes

This rich, custardy bread and butter pudding is both light, thanks to the flaky croissants, and rich with chocolate and Irish cream. Serve with a dollop of cream or ice-cream.

Stir the cooled cocoa and water mixture into the cake batter. Spread the cake mixture into the greased and lined cake pan. Use a spatula to smooth the top. Note

This is a fresh, tangy-sweet filling on a soft shortcake base. In other words, a slice of deliciousness that’s great with tea or coffee.

Who could resist the tropical turtle with her yummy chocolate shell? Note

Thrill the family this weekend with these banana pikelets drizzled with homemade caramel sauce and cinnamon cream.

This is wonderful served with a dollop of yoghurt and some fresh raspberries.

The veal can be marinated overnight. Note

We used bream fillets in this recipe but you can use other firm white fish, such as whiting or john dory. To segment the orange, use a small sharp knife to cut the top and bottom from the fruit. Cut off the rind including the white pith, following the curve of the fruit. Holding the […]

Homemade jam doubtless beats the store bought version any day. Why don't you break away from the traditional berry flavoured jams and try this more tropical flavoured version? You'll be glad you did.

These colourful cupcakes are perfect for a birthday party and will delight both the kids and adults.

Kung pao, a classic Sichuan stir-fry, is made with either seafood or chicken, peanuts and lots of chillies. An authentic Sichuan-Chinese restaurant always has a delicious kung pao. Note

You can also use bintje or pink fir apple potatoes for this recipe. It is fine to use just one 300ml carton of cream for this recipe. Note

Tagliatelle are long, flat strips of wheat pasta, slightly narrower and thinner than fettuccine.

Home made fish and chips is a good healthy alternative to eating greasy ones, and it tastes just as good if not better.

A truly Mediterranean mix that is a perfect addition to any platter.

You can buy cooked crab meat at the local fish markets or supermarket. Alternatively, buy fresh crabs and cook them (blue swimmer crabs are good). To tell if crabs are meaty, look at the claws; if they are pointy and sharp it means they have a new shell and don’t have much meat. If the […]

Crispy on the outside and melt-in-your-mouth on the inside, these croquettes can be more than just a starter when they're served with vegies or salad.

These muffins are delicious without the orange sauce. However, the rich buttery sauce transforms them into a dessert for grown-ups. Grand Marnier (or brandy) is the best liqueur to use. Remember to grate the rind of the oranges before you juice them. If the muffins need re-heating, 20 or 30 seconds in a microwave oven […]

A Caesar salad with crunchy croutons, prosciutto and poached eggs.

EQUIPMENT deep 26cm x 36cm (10½-inch x 14½-inch) baking dish 45cm x 50cm (17-inch x 18-inch) rectangular cake board small paper piping bag. DECORATIONS silver cardboard, for buckle; 1 black licorice strap; 100g (3 ounces) white chocolate Melts; coloured sprinkles. With magic and mayhem being all the rage these days, there are sure to be […]

Tender whole baby snapper roasted with lemon and fennel makes a great centrepiece for a relaxed meal with friends.

Encased in crisp puff pastry, this beautiful berry sponge slice makes a delightful sweet treat with tea or coffee.

Chutney will thicken on standing, it should be quite runny after cooking. Note

Tossed with omelette strips and hot chilli, this gingery fried rice makes a speedy, delicious weeknight dinner.

Frittata tastes great hot, cold or at room temperature; it’s perfect at breakfast time or for lunch and is a hit with kids and adults alike. For a splash of colour and extra flavour, cut up some fresh parsley, basil or chives (or a combination of all three) to sprinkle on top. Note

If you have overnight guests or friends coming for breakfast, prepare the recipe ahead for a breakfast of muffins fresh from the oven! The muffin batter is partially made the day before and refrigerated overnight, needing only a few more minutes of preparation before baking and serving. Note

A rich and flavourful breakfast, lunch or dinner salad of bacon, egg and endive with shallot mayonnaise

Carrot soup is always a family favourite. We've modernised this this version and packed it with spices and served it with smoked almonds, coriander and sliced red onion.

This easy, fragrant dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The Chinese barbecued pork adds a distinctive colour and taste and can be found at Asian grocery stores.

There's no need to buy processed supermarket tomato sauces when you can make your own tasty condiment and know exactly what's going into it.

These succulent, tasty and filling stuffed eggplant halves are a great way of using up leftover bolognese sauce.

Butterflied chicken with a Thai dipping sauce, brought to you by Australian Women's Weekly.

Cover macaroons with foil halfway through baking time if fruit on top starts to brown. You need about 50g (1½ ounces) of each glacé fruit. Note

Layers of chocolate cake, meringue, strawberries and cream make this gateau the perfect dessert for a very special celebration.

To reheat, place frittata pieces close together on a baking-paper-lined oven tray in a preheated 160°C (140°C fan forced) oven for 25 minutes or until heated through. Note

This spiced, slightly boozy fruit mince bread is just the ticket if you're looking for some raisin bread or toast with a bit of oomph. Serve it fresh or toasted with lashings of butter.

Serve warm with pouring cream or ice-cream if desired. Pudding can be prepared severa hours ahead. Keep refrigerated and bake as required. Note

Turkish-style pizza topped with spiced beef and minted yoghurt from Australian Women's Weekly.

This cheesy bake is packed with veggies and perfect for the whole family.

Press the dough into a ball, then roll and stretch it on a floured surface. Using the heel of your hand, push the dough gently along the surface. After about 10 minutes, the dough should be smooth and springy. Adjust the hand roller to the thickest setting. Cut the dough in half and feed each […]

Crispy on the outside but gooey on the inside.

Here’s a tip – crumbled feta would be a tasty addition to this salad.

Fish with caponata

This delicious cake is topped with confectionery carrots, cauliflowers and tomatoes.

For a vegetarian breakfast that is every bit as hearty as any bacon dominated start to the day, try these delicious baked eggs with feta, leek and spinach. You won't be disappointed.

These crispy cakes and dipping sauce make a great starter or snack. Easy to and cheap to prepare, you can't go wrong with this zingy dish.

There is nothing more satisfying than a hearty meal to start the day. This breakfast bruschetta sets a high benchmark.

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. Covering the shanks with the cooked celery and leek is an easy way to keep the lamb hot and moist while you cook the […]

Pullaparts are best eaten on the day of baking. Note

Zucchini and beef sfougato, a Greek-style omelette, from Australian Women's Weekly.

This easy cake, made in a single saucepan, is delicious served warm with cream, custard or ice-cream, cold with butter, or just on its own.

You will need to soak eight bamboo skewers in water for at least an hour to prevent them from splintering and scorching. The sauce can be used as a marinade for the chicken before cooking, but cook chicken on medium heat so marinade does not burn before meat cooks through. You can also use ready-made […]

An exquisite barbecued quail dish with a fig and walnut salad for special occasions.

Draped in melted chocolate and frozen, this incredible mixed fruit ice-cream pudding is perfect for a summer Christmas.

This simple slice is a sweet tooth's heaven - rich, chocolatey and laced with swirls of cream-cheese.

Fresh and healthy zucchini, carrot & corn fritters from Australian Women's Weekly.

You need to cook 1½ cups (300g) white long-grain rice the day before for this recipe. Remove skin from chicken and cut the meat off the bone for your toddler. Honey may contain harmful bacteria and is not recommended for children under one year old. Note

A light touch is required to make these strawberry french macarons. Don't be tempted to use more strawberry puree than required or you will alter the texture of the batter. Trust us, the result is worth it.

A light and flavoursome yellow curry with kumara, green beans and tofu from Australian Women's Weekly.

Pancetta is an Italian unsmoked bacon prepared from pork belly, cured in salt and spices, then rolled into a sausage shape and dried for several weeks. Flavoured with sweet and savoury spices, such as black pepper, fennel and nutmeg, and with a rich layer of fat, when cooking with pancetta, a little goes a long […]

Do not be afraid of this little bird as when it is done well, it is perfection. Be careful not to overcook or it will dry out; when the meat feels firm and the juices are clear, it is done.

A bowl of this veggie-loaded pork and noodle stir-fry makes the perfect weeknight dinner.

This tart is simply delicious warm with cream or ice-cream, and perfect with tea or coffee.

These bite sized baked goodies are somewhere between a biscuit and a cake. They make a perfect treat for high teas or simply a sweet after dinner snack.

You will need 4 large overripe bananas (920g) for this recipe. Note

When beating sugar into the egg white, beat only until combined; the sugar will not dissolve at this stage. Note

Dried chinese sausages, also called lop chong, are commonly made from pork but can be made with duck liver or beef. Red-brown in colour and sweet-spicy in flavour, they are sold, dried and strung, in all Asian food stores. Note

Sweet Asian-style duck salad with mandarin and pomegranate from Australian Women's Weekly.

The combination of both white and dark chocolate mud cake and ganache make these decadent mini-cakes a truly wonderful indulgence. They won't last long!

Flavoured and fragrant Vietnamese tomato rice from Australian Women's Weekly.

26cm x 35cm (10½-inch x 14-inch) baking dish; 30cm x 40cm (12-inch x 16-inch) rectangular cake board; small paper piping bag; wooden skewer. This cute cake is a bit fiddly to make, but it looks so good and you’ll get plenty of wow’s that it’s well worth the effort. Note

This crispy and delicious twice-fried sichuan beef stir fry is a popular Chinese dish.

In just over half an hour this fresh and simple pea and pancetta pasta can be on the dinner table. We can guarantee there'll be no complaints, especially if it's served alongside some hot and crusty garlic bread.