Pineapple

Pina colada

Introduce delicious tropical pizazz to these coconut cream puddings.

If you are using a very large food processor for this recipe, you could add the entire quantity of apple juice at step one. Note

Requires ice-cream moulds and sticks. Note

A barbecued duck is easy to source if you live near a Chinatown, but it you have trouble finding one, you could use barbecued chicken in this recipe. Note

Tapioca pearls are available from Asian supermarkets and health food stores. You can use light coconut milk if you prefer. Note

Reserve pineapple juice and keep in the fridge to flavour chopped fresh fruit for a quick and easy dessert. Note

Sweet, spicy and so tasty, this chutney will give your roasts, curries and even sandwiches a lift.

Shave palm sugar with a knife vegetable peeler or grater. Note

You will need to soak skewers in cold water for 20 minutes prior to preparing to prevent scorching. You can use chicken or firm white fish fillets. You need to cook 1 1/2 cups white long-grain rice a day ahead. Note

If preferred, you can use fresh breadcrumbs; you’ll need to process 1 slice of day-old bread. Note

Make ahead: you can prepare panna cotta up to a day ahead. Note

To drain pineapple, place in a sieve over a bowl. Using the back of a spoon, gently press to remove juice. Reserve juice for fruit salad. Peach Topping: Makes 1 1/2 cups Note

Line pan well so cake doesn’t stick. Coconut Custard: Makes 2 cups Note

Add chopped tomato or spinach to filling. Note

Packed full of pineapple, banana and coconut, this moist tropical cake will be a hit with all the family.

Make a quick pasta salad; cook 600g fusilli pasta as packet directs. Refresh under cold running water, then toss with 2 grated carrots, 1/2 cup finely chopped flat-leaf parsley and 1/2 cup bought French-style dressing. Try breakfast marmalade instead of conserve. Note

Mexican food is hot, hot, hot! Surrender to its exotic flavours – sweet, sharp, smoky, hot, fragrant and fruity, sometimes all together on the one plate

Kecap manis is an Indonesian sweet soy sauce. If it’s unavailable, mix 2 tablespoons soy sauce with 1 tablespoon brown sugar. Note

Try hokkien noodles instead of egg noodles; prepare as packet directs. Have everything ready, then cook just before serving. Note

Replace pork with chicken or beef stir-fry strips. Add a thinly sliced fresh long red chili to the pan in Step 2. Use any Thai curry paste you like. Note

Use pork mince instead of leg steaks. Make ahead: You can make salsa a day ahead. Cover, then refrigerate. Note

Served on a bed of steamed rice, this delicious sweet and sour pork is the perfect quick midweek meal. To get a crisp coating on the pork, coat it in cornflour just before frying.

Slightly under cook the muffins so they don’t dry out when you return them to the oven to brown the meringue. Use eggs at room temperature. This will give the mixture more volume and help the muffin aerate during cooking. Don’t over mix Muffin batter should be light and fluffy; a few lumps in the […]

Bake pastry squares up to a day ahead; store in an airtight container. Assemble shortcake stacks just before serving. Note

Serve salsa with char-grilled or pan-fried pork steak, cutlet or chop, beef steak or fish fillet. Note

You can make fresh breadcrumbs by processing chunks of day-old bread. Note

Mint leaves are a nice addition – sprinkle over pineapple before serving. Take care when peeling pineapple – slice off top and bottom, then stand on one end and slice downwards until all skin is removed. Slice and remove core with a cutter. Note

Just because you don't eat gluten doesn't mean you have to miss out on Christmas treats - try this delicious glace fruit cake.

Macadamia filo tarts with caramelised pineapple

Use any glace fruit of choice, about 1/2 cup chopped fruit and 2 tablespoons blanched almonds. Note

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

Don’t worry that the mixture separates during cooking. It forms natural layers to give the impression of a pie crust. Note

makes 4 cups Test for “gel” by placing some jam on a chilled plate. It’s ready if wrinkles form when touched. Sterilise jars in 150°C oven for 10-15 minutes. Note

To slice meat easily, partially freeze it first and cut across grain. Other noodles may be used. Note

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

Cut chicken, using a sharp cook’s knife, into 10-12 serving pieces (or purchase chicken pieces of choice). Note

Hawaiian pizza fans with love this cheesy ham and pineapple muffin recipe. Pop in lunchboxes or enjoy as a delicious afternoon tea treat

Fresh pineapple, chilli and kaffir lime leaves add a zesty hit to this beef noodle salad recipe

If preferred, use chicken thigh fillets in place of duck. Note

For ease, dust tofu in seasoned flour in a plastic bag. Canned pineapple can be used in place of fresh. Note

This fruit loaf freezes well in individual portions, making it great for lunches. Note

Alternatively, use a cooked Peking duck or barbecued chicken, shredding meat and skin, and discarding bones. Note

This sweet and indulgent coconut and pineapple slice from Woman's Day is sure to please family and friends with its surprising blend of flavours when enjoyed with a hot cup of tea.

With its surprising blend of delicious flavours this indulgent and sweet coconut and pineapple slice makes a delightful afternoon treat when enjoyed with a hot cup of tea or coffee.

Use a light touch and be careful not to over-mix the dough or the scrolls will be tough. Note

To test slice, insert a skewer in the centre. It should be clean and dry when removed if slice is cooked. Note

This gorgeous homemade passionfruit and pineapple fruit jam is sweet, tart and fruity all in one spoonful. This jam is delicious when spread on a warm scone or fruit bread.

Sweet, tart and fruity all in one spoonful. This gorgeous homemade passionfruit and pineapple jam is delicious when spread on a warm scone alongside a hot cup of tea or coffee.

Sweet and sour fish is pleasing to the palate because of the flavoursome sauce - the sweetness from the sugar balances out the tangy tomato sauce. Don't forget the crispy fish pieces.

This slow-cooked beef curry is a perennial favourite in Thai restaurants. When you cook it at home, it may take a while but the aroma and melt-in-the-mouth flavour makes the time spent worthwhile.

Cool, refreshing and zesty, this tasty crushed ice drink is perfect for a hot Summer's day.

You will need about 4 kaffir limes for this recipe. If they are unavailable, use regular time zest and juice instead. Finely shredded kaffir lime leaves could also be substituted for the zest. The patties can be made and cooked the day before and transported in airtight containers. If cooking them at the picnic, transport […]

If the cake browns too quickly during baking, cover it loosely with foil. Note

It’s best to make this salsa just before serving. Note

Use a very ripe pineapple because the juicier the pineapple, the more sauce there will be. Note

Use grated cheddar cheese instead of pizza cheese. Use beef, chicken or pork sausages instead of lamb. Note

Add some chopped pickled ginger to the salsa if desired. Note

This relish is sweet and tangy with a nice note of ginger. It's perfect for jarring up and handing out as a lovely gift to family and friends. Serve it with cold meats such as ham or pork.

This white chocolate, pineapple and coconut slice is a tropical delight! Enjoy a piece with a cup of tea for a scrumptious sweet treat.

This tender barbeque turkey takes its flavour inspiration from mixed cuisines. Mexican style salsa, with Indian spices makes an exciting, explosive flavour combination in this marvellous dish.

You can swap the pineapple for watermelon, if you like. Note

Sweet and sticky Asian-style teriyaki pork with succelent grilled pineapple from Australian Women's Weekly.

You could add white rum to this delicious passionfruit sparkler to make a refreshing party punch if you like.

Dried fruit chutney of apple, date, apricot, pineapple and raisins with a pinch of cinnamon.

What a refreshing way to hydrate and contribute to your five-a-day target. You can experiment with all sorts of fruit, and mint goes with just about anything.

Store friands in an airtight container for up to three days. We used freeform paper cases made by pushing a 12cm square of paper (we used paper about the same thickness as printer paper) into ungreased pan holes, followed by a 12cm square of baking paper. variation peach and coconut friands Omit the glacé pineapple […]

The mint and ginger syrup take this delicious tropical fruit salad to new heights. Use brown sugar if palm sugar is hard to find. You'll need about three passion fruit for this recipe.

The delicate flavours of the fish are electrified by this delicious sweet and sour combination.

Un-iced cakes are suitable to freeze for up to 3 months. Note