Midweek dinner

Nici Wickes' curried sausages recipe is a nod to her dear granddad, who used to rustle up a pot when she'd visit. Serve this delicious, cost-effective dish with rice and pappadums for an easy weeknight meal

A great way to use up leftover roast chicken

Nici Wickes' seafood pizza recipe is just sensational! Prawns are loaded onto a crispy base with sweet chilli infused tomato sauce and topped with mozzarella. You won't be able to stop at one piece

A flavoursome twist to the classic mussel fritter

Use a full-flavoured cheese for this recipe and you’ll be rewarded with an extremely tasty tart – great for lunch or a simple supper

For a healthy lunch that's packed with all sorts of green goodness, you can't go past this brown rice bowl recipe. With plenty of veges, wholesome grains and protein, this bowl ticks all the boxes

This fish burger recipe is sure to become a Friday night favourite! Crumbed Sealord hoki fillets, tangy tartare and oozy melted brie make this burger a dinner classic

For your sweetie pie! These are fantastic tiny little tempters if you’re looking for picnic fare - or anytime fare too!

This beef stir-fry recipe packs a serious flavour punch! Chilli and soy marinated beef is cooked to perfection with Asian greens and hoisin sauce to create a delicious, easy family meal

Step away from the ready-made packet variety and whip up a fresh batch in your own kitchen.

This sausage casserole recipe is perfect for a hearty winter dinner. Simply serve with some creamy mashed potato and enjoy the sight of your family digging in.

The rich creaminess of flavourful seafood risotto with delicious marinara mix will quickly become a new family favourite. Serve with lemon wedges and parsley garnish.

It doesn't get much easier than this delicious one-pan meal! This chicken parmigiana recipe makes quick work of creating this Italian favourite for a speedy weeknight dinner the family will love

A traditional Indian vegetarian curry, this delicious dish marries the goodness of spinach with salty, squeaky cheese known as paneer, a texture similar to haloumi.

A breakfast classic becomes a delicious main in this outrageously tasty egg-in-the-hole burger recipe. Serve with hot chips (or a green salad to add a healthier edge)

Store cooled pies in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 months. Simply reheat in pie maker or in a moderate oven. Note

Delicious and warming prawn laksa that takes just under 30 minutes to make! The light, zingy flavours of this noodle soup make it perfect for a simple summer dish too.

Pizza just got healthier! This clever pizza recipe sees wholemeal pita pockets used as bases and topped with vibrant roast veges and creamy ricotta. Perfect as a snack, lunch or light dinner

To blanch sausages, bring to the boil in a saucepan of water. Remove from heat and drain. Note

There’s something pleasingly complete about Nadia Lim's chicken and egg noodle soup. A big bowl of this on a winter’s night is incredibly comforting, especially when drizzled with roast chilli vinegar.

Searching for a new family favourite? Look no further than this cheesy gnocchi bake recipe. Packed with bacon, broccoli and bound in a creamy sauce, this delicious dish is so quick and easy to make

Packed full of vitamin C, the versatile pumpkin adds more than just colour to a dish. So try this delicious Thai pumpkin soup with coconut and lime for a comforting dinner during these cold winter months.

It doesn't get better than this mince and vegetable pie recipe. It creates a warming, delicious family meal - complete with quick homemade flaky pastry

Nourish your family with this delicious lamb shank and eggplant stew.

The combination of hot, oozy, cheesy pasta and a crunchy toasted bread topping makes this the ultimate comfort food.

Smoked paprika and cayenne pepper add gorgeous flavour to this cauliflower and corn chowder, making it a warming dinner for a winter evening! It's so easy to make and delicious when topped with crispy bacon and smoked cheddar.

A creamy pasta sauce that can turn a busy weeknight dinner into something special. You can add ham, mushroom and spinach to the pasta to give it more bulk.

If you're a big fan of one-pan wonders, this Nici Wickes recipe is for you. Crispy crackling and moist pork is cooked on top of a bed of potatoes with apple, fennel and quinoa stuffing. This is glorious!

Getting your greens has never been so delicious! This comforting spinach soup recipe is perfect served with a dollop of sour cream, sprig of thyme and a pinch of nutmeg

This sausage curry is fabulous served on creamy mashed potato or buttered rice, making such a nourishing winter dinner for the family. It's super easy to pull together, and is packed with delicious flavour.

This fragrant soup is a fantastic idea for a quick dinner or lunch. With punchy flavours, homemade chicken meatballs and noodles to bulk it up, it's a delicious meal that will be on the table in just 30 minutes.

Soft tortillas, golden-crumbed fish and punchy homemade salsa combine to create these delicious fish tacos. This recipe may look complex, but all it takes is a few simple steps to enjoy this dish

Figuring out what’s for dinner on a busy workday can be a challenge, so we’ve removed the stress with this tasty crumbed chicken with spicy mayonnaise. It's quick, easy, and will satisfy even the fussiest eaters!

This is the easiest of family meals and is very forgiving. Cooked my mum’s way, your lamb will not be pink and rare, but will be tasty, tender and falling-off-the-bone delicious!

Nici Wickes' seafood chowder recipe is easy to make and doesn’t cost the earth, so chow down on some chowder this week. Serve with plenty of crusty bread slathered with butter for a real winter winner

Kiwi favourite mince gets a tasty makeover in this chilli mince with beans and rice recipe. Packed with plenty of veges and filled with Asian flavours, this is the perfect health-conscious meal

With crunch, zing and zest, this chicken salad with crispy noodles is a winner. Exotic Food Teriyaki Sauce creates a delicious flavour that will keep you coming back for more.

You can't go past this tandoori chicken salad recipe for a tasty meal the whole family will love. Grilled chicken tenderloins are paired with fresh salad, tangy yoghurt dressing and roti bread for a delicious weeknight dinner

Dig into a comfort food classic with this champ with sausages recipe. Served with a homemade brown onion gravy, this dish is the perfect warming family meal on chilly nights

On a cold winter evening, especially in the middle of the week, there's nothing like a warm, creamy pasta bake to fill your family up.

Pasta bakes are such a simple, comforting meal, and this salmon pasta bake also makes for a brilliant cost-effective meal. Perfect as a dinner, and we also love to meal prep this for lunches during the week. We’ve used tinned pink salmon in this recipe but you can change out to tuna (or any other […]

Embrace the delightful pairing of sweet and savoury with this fabulous apricot chilli chicken bake. It's incredibly simple to put together - in fact, the oven does most of the work for you!

Be the champion of meal prep with this courgette slice - just over 60 minutes of work and you can have lunch ready in the freezer for two months! Plus, when it's this delicious, you'll never want anything else.

Embrace the flavours of Vietnam with this delicious beef and mango salad recipe. Packed with punchy flavours and served with homemade sweet chilli dressing, this salad makes a tasty 30 minute lunch or dinner

Use a vegetable peeler to cut carrot into ribbon-like strips. Note

This Singapore noodles recipe makes it easy to create this takeout favourite from scratch in your own kitchen. A quick, fuss-free and delicious dinner option for busy families

This Asian inspired dinner is quick, simple and SO tasty!

A Kiwi classic

This salad is simple to make but will not disappoint. Packed with deliciously zingy flavours, as well as the wholesome ingredients of pearl barley, chicken and coleslaw, it's perfect for a workday lunch.

Spice up your beef rib roast, the king of roasts, with spiced salt and serve with roasted onions and luscious garlic mayonnaise on the side.

A flavour-packed weeknight dinner, on the table in 25 minutes.

If you have time, marinate chicken for 2 hours to enhance the flavour. Common mint may be used if Vietnamese mint is unavailable. Note

Smoked cheese and NZ Pork make an irresistible combination in this lasagne with a tasty twist

Pick up a cooked chicken on your way home from work and you can have this delicious and hearty meal on the table soon after you walk in the front door.

Add some spice to your life with this vibrant, flavoursome Chinese dish. With pork, prawns and noodles this spicy wonton soup will leave you feeling satisfied.

This plant-based version of a Kiwi classic mid-week dinner will soon be a hit in your family

Quick and tasty, this pork stir-fry will make midweek dinner dilemmas a thing of the past!

An easy midweek dinner the whole family will love. Amp up a classic with Thai flavours

Everything tastes better on a stick.

Serve with a mesclun and herb salad for a delicious family dinner

A hearty and spicy slow-cooker dish where the mulled wine pork melts in your mouth

Creamy and comforting, this asparagus, chicken and mushroom pasta bake is a great mid-week dinner recipe. It's also handy on a busy weekend when you've got lots of mouths to feed.

These spicy chicken bao buns are perfect as a quick lunch or dinner, and can easily be turned into a low-carb option by serving in a lettuce cup instead

Perfect a Kiwi classic with this recipe for whitebait fritters. Serve with a squeeze of lemon juice and thick slices of white bread smothered in plenty of butter

This is the traditional French savoury quiche recipe made with bacon, egg and cream.
If you're not a confident pastry cook, you can make this dish using a sheet of frozen shortcrust pastry.

This delicious sautéed silverbeet recipe creates a side dish that packs in those important dark, leafy greens without sacrificing on flavour. Try it alongside grilled chicken or fish, providing a vibrant contrast to savoury proteins. Looking for other silverbeet recipes? See our 12 ways to cook with silverbeet. Delicious pairings Silverbeet works wonderfully with various […]

Cruise through the mellow months with this comforting recipe by Julie Biuso

With the combination of cheese, cauliflower and ham, this pasta bake recipe is a winning family dinner. Plus, it freezes well too

Thick minestrone soup is the perfect comforting Italian dinner for any day of the week.

Try this classic family meal with the added flavour of creamy mustard sauce.

A bit of added spice takes this classic winter warmer to the next level

This Thai-inspired kūmara and chickpea curry is a wholesome and satisfying meal, with vibrant vegetables and tofu served perfectly over steamed rice

Warm up with the vibrant flavours of this Asian-inspired hot and sour chicken noodle soup, ready to eat in under 30 minutes

A rich, healthy and satisfying lamb and lentil curry served with wafer-thin Indian poppadoms.

A comforting, hearty and satisfying meal that's perfect for the colder months

Give this humble cut a nice spice rub and plenty of time in the oven and it will reward you with incredible flavour

About this, Mum says: “Easily my favourite soup for those cooler, not quite winter days. It’s ideal if suddenly you realise one of your stored pumpkins is showing a little rot. So as not to waste the whole pumpkin, remove the bad bits and soup the rest."

Indulge in the flavours of Greece with these pork souvlaki skewers served with pita bread, crisp endive, sliced red onion, and creamy tzatziki for a fresh and satisfying meal

A delightful vegetarian twist on a classic family favourite

Tender pork fillets are coated in a flavourful mixture of freshly ground black pepper and aromatic fennel seeds, seared to perfection and served alongside caramelized pears

Elevate your dining experience with this roasted whole fish served with a creamy tahini sauce, creating a delightful harmony of flavours and textures that will delight your taste buds.

This chicken dish is bursting with flavour, and ready in under 30 minutes meaning you can create a hearty and satisfying meal for the whole family fast

When you need a nourishing midweek meal but you’re short on time, this NZ Pork fillet roast will satisfy the whole family

Embark on a flavour journey with our Portuguese Piri Piri Chicken, where succulent butterflied chicken is infused with a fiery piri piri sauce served alongside golden potatoes for a satisfying and vibrant meal that captures the essence of Portuguese cuisine.

Treat your taste buds to a burst of flavour with this pasta dish

These pies are perfect for any occasion, whether it's a cosy family dinner or a casual gathering with friends. Simple to prepare yet utterly satisfying, these pies are sure to become a favourite in your recipe repertoire.

This chicken and corn pasta bake makes for such a great family dinner! If you happen to have any leftovers, these make a great addition to school lunchboxes! We love the mix of peas and corn in this recipe, but you can easily swap the peas for some finely chopped broccoli as an alternative. This […]

This recipe elevates the classic meatloaf to a new level of sophistication, perfect for a cosy family dinner or an impressive centrepiece for any gathering.

Indulge in the vibrant flavours of this prawn risotto creating an elegant but easy dinner for the family