Moderate

If preferred, use drained, flaked canned salmon. Note

Panko is a Japanese variety of breadcrumbs. Its flake-like composition achieves a crispness that’s airier, less dense and lasts longer than conventional crumbs. Note

Rinse your fingers and utensils in a bowl of water mixed with vinegar to stop the rice sticking. Note

Fresh, light and tasty, this delicious salmon and egg salad is low-carb and packed full of protein, making it perfect for a healthy lunch or post-workout meal.

It is important not to overcook the prawns as they will become tough. Try this with pieces of squid or mixed seafood skewers. An aioli would make a delicious dipping sauce. You will need 18 bamboo skewers, soaked in cold water, for this recipe. Note

If reusing oil, use only for cooking fish. Note

This dish can also be made with pork or prawns. Note

Accompany with a drizzle of soy sauce, if liked. You can use pork mince, if preferred. Note

Simple and delicious sausage jambalaya with irresistible flavours. This recipe by Woman�s Day is hearty yet fast and delicious and comes together in just a little over 30 minutes.

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 the pastry begins to crumble, chill 10 minutes. Note

Arrange tomatoes in a small baking dish. Drizzle vinegar and oil over. Toss to coat. Bake for 8-10 minutes, until tomatoes collapse. Note

Creamy and flavourful seafood risotto with marinara mix will quickly become a dinner favourite. Seafood risotto must be served immediately so you can best savour its rich creaminess.

If liked, use skinless thin fillets and fold to help cook the fish evenly. Whiting fillets can be rolled and secured with at toothpick. Note

Replace one of the witlof with radicchio. Scallops are delicate and require minimal cooking. If overcooked they become rubbery. Note

Scallop roe can either be retained or removed. Add extra stock to make the soup the consistency you like. Note

Nothing is better on a chilly day than this silky cauliflower fettuccine sprinkled with breadcrumb mixture and marjoram leaves.

If preferred, line recesses of a muffin pan (or a 10 x 20cm loaf pan) with plastic wrap. Divide mixture among recesses, smoothing surface. Fold excess plastic wrap over. Weigh down with small cans and chill overnight. Unmould to serve. Note

If using frozen smoked cod, thaw first. Equipment: You will need 4, 1-cup ramekins. Note

Smoked trout slices, smoked salmon or any other smoked fish can be used, if preferred. Note

Shredded barbecue chicken (instead of trout) is also delicious in this dish. 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

Spanish eggs can also be baked in the oven. Note

Salami can be used in place of chorizo. Or make it vegetarian by replacing the chorizo with chickpeas. Note

MAKES 1 cake Store any leftover syrup in a sealed container in the fridge, and bring it to room temperature before serving. Store cakes in an airtight container. Note

This spicy chicken and couscous recipe brought to you by Woman's Day is vibrant in flavour, with the nutty couscous perfectly offsetting the chicken with its bright and fresh taste.

Use creamed corn instead of kernels. A little chopped chilli can be added to the salsa for added bite. Note

These spicy fish tortillas by Woman's Day hit the spot � they�re quick and easy to cook and they appeal to everyone from teens to grandparents as they're simply delicious!

The longer the chicken marinates, the better the flavour. Note

Instead of breaking the bread shells up into croutons, warm the whole shell in a moderate oven, 180°C, and fill with soup. Note

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

If you would like to give the pie some colour add a scatter of frozen raspberries or blueberries to the apples before wrapping in the pastry. Note

If desired, poach extra quinces. Quinces and syrup can be stored in the fridge and served with porridge or muesli for breakfast. For a quick quince dessert, thinly slice the poached quince over puff pastry for a quick and tart or fold through a butter cake mixture for a rich twist on a tea-cake. Note

This “cake” is both fat free and gluten free. A V-slicer or mandoline will make short work of slicing the apples thinly. Note

Emily's sweet pink treats melt in your mouth.

Warm, hearty and packed full of goodness, this tasty pea and ham soup is complemented by crunchy croutons to create a no-fuss dinner dish the whole family will love.

Golden, sweet and buttery, this heavenly palmiers are stuffed with a creamy passionfruit, lemon and coconut filling to create a beautiful morning tea treat.

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.

Add some red wine to the pan juices. Bring to the boil. Boil until reduced and thickened. Serve as a sauce over the beef. Spread beef with mustard or horseradish before sprinkling with herbs and seasonings, if desired. Note

For a lighter version, use light evaporated milk, blended with 1 teaspoon cornflour, in place of cream. Simmer for 3 minutes, stirring. Note

Banana leaves can be bought at Asian food shops. Non-stick baking paper or foil can also be used. Note

You can use white-fleshed fish (like blue-eye) in place of the salmon, if you wish. Note

MAKES 30 Note

Check water level in wok half-way through cooking and top up with more boiling water if necessary. Note

Check the water level in the saucepan halfway through cooking and top up with more boiling water if needed. Note

Steamed pork and noodle dumplings, pork recipe, brought to you by Woman's Day

Wonton wrappers are available from the refrigerator section of selected supermarkets and Asian grocery stores. Note

To use a pudding basin with no lid, cover the mixture with baking paper and foil, making a pleat in the centre of both to allow for expansion. Secure with string. Note

Serve with steamed white rice, if you like. Note

Sticky date pudding is the ultimate in dessert indulgence and perfect for a chilly night in. Soft, sweet, buttery pudding enrobed in a gorgeous butterscotch sauce.

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.

MAKES 12 Note

Brought to you by Woman's Day - served over egg noodles with a garlic and ginger-infused sauce, this quick yet tasty vegetarian stir fry features eggplant and crisp tofu.

Melted butter can be used in place of spray oil. Note

If liked, reserve some toblerone and press into the top of each friand with the strawberries. Note