Roast

You need half a large barbecued chicken to get the amount of shredded meat required for this recipe. Note

Roasting tomatoes results in a much more intense flavour. The combination of both fresh and deep-fried basil finishes off this brightly coloured and healthy side dish perfectly.

A vegetarian dish of eggplant timbales with roasted tomato sauce from Australian Women's Weekly.

Recipe is not suitable to freeze. Note

Crisply crumbed and well matched with a piquant roasted tomato sauce, sardines make an excellent breakfast dish, lunch or a starter for dinner.

The intense lemony flavours in this dish perfectly cut the richness of the smoked salmon, but other elements kick in too – the caramel flavours and oily richness of roasted fennel contrast with the clean sweep of lemon; watercress brings a fresh, hot bite and toasted crumbs give the dish an enjoyable crunch.

Celebrate the warmer weather with this light, herby salad topped with goat's cheese and spiced almonds.

Fragrant with spices and sticky with orange juice, this crisp-skinned roasted whole duck makes a spectacular centrepiece for a special dinner.

The gamey flavour of venison, naturally sweet beets and a tangy raspberry vinaigrette make for a spectacular salad.

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 […]

Warm steak seasoned with smoked paprika makes for a filling and delicious salad packed with protein and flavour.

Layers of sponge cake and vanilla ice-cream topped with a fresh rhubarb compote makes this vanilla and rhubarb slice a wonderful summer dessert.

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

Tender pork loin well stuffed makes a fabulous centrepiece for a special dinner. You can add pine nuts for added bite, or in place of the macadamia nuts, if you like.

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

This classic fry-up of mushrooms, ham and tomatoes is perfect for a lazy weekend.

You can use any short pasta you like instead of teh farfalle, especiallly short tubular types, such as penne or rigatoni. Cook the pasta until it’s firm to the tooth or, as the italian say ‘al dente’. Note

There are fewer meals more comforting than succulent beef roast, creamy mash and delicious baby beets.

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.

Give this delicious and under appreciated vegetable a little extra sweetness and roast them to perfection. They will make a colourful and healthy side dish for your next roast.

Give your usual roast lamb dinner an extra protein kick with a side of broad bean mash. Finish off with a generous helping of mint sauce, and a glass of your favourite red.

Serve these spiced chickpea fritters with cucumber, lettuce and a big dollop of kumara hummus wrapped in flatbread.

Don't be put off by the amount of garlic in this recipe. It infuses the chicken with a wonderful, yet not overpowering flavour. You can always discard it after cooking, if you don't want the full garlic experience!

Prepare to dazzle your guests with these roasted lobster tails infused with Japanese flavours.

You will need about half a small bunch of snake beans. Note

Tender and tasty lamb shanks make the best winter dinner, not least because they fill the house with fragrance and warmth for hours before you eat.

The turkey buffé, or breast, is perfect if you don't require the entire bird to feed the hoards on Christmas day. The special stuffing and paprika rub add a touch of festive cheer.

For a milder version, replace goat’s cheese with ricotta cheese. Note

Nothing loves roasted pork more than apple and sage, except perhaps those at the dinner table. The beauty of this dish is that it can be on the table in just over 30 minutes.

A study in contrasts, crispy skinned, sweet fleshed pork belly on a bed of tender, earthy green lentils is a refined and elegant dish to serve to guests.

you can substitute goat cheese or any soft, crumbly cheese for the fetta in this recipe. Note

Serve this delicious medley of autumn vegetables with your next roast dinner.

You’ll need 3 bunches of baby carrots. Note

This roast is delicious accompanied with gravy and vegetables or salad of your choice. The chorizo seasoning can be prepared and served separately as a side dish, rather than as a stuffing, if desired.

Although it was the Greeks who first brought honey to Sicily (along with wine and olives), the Saracens are credited with introducing agrodolce (sweet and sour flavours). They also brought citrus fruits and eggplants, which Sicily is famous for, and spices.

This is not an easy dish to master, but it is spectacular; sticky, crispy, plum sauce-glazed skin, succulent duck meat and green onion pancakes make a meal to impress any guest with.

Pancetta, rather like an Italian bacon, is cured but not smoked and can be found in most delicatessens and some supermarkets. Note

Your mouth will be watering in anticipation by the time you serve up this divine slow-roasted lamb shoulder, thanks to the good smells that will fill the house as it cooks.

Give your regular roasted chicken an Asian kick with this hoisin, lime and chilli flavoured version. Served with baby bok choy, it's a complete, flavourful and low carb meal.

This romantic steak dinner is absolutely delicious topped with pats of melting anchovy butter, sautéed mushrooms and steamed green beans.

There's no need to ever serve a boring side, these oregano potatoes will spice up any spread.

The key to really excellent crackling is to dry the rind scrupulously and ensure the oven is blisteringly hot, and only then place the meat in the oven.

This richly coloured salad is full of anti-oxidants, calcium and good fats. It is also absolutely delicious, which makes it just about perfect for a light lunch or side dish.

Try something different from the usual Sunday roast with this mouth-watering leg of lamb.

Prosciutto is an unsmoked thinly-sliced Italian ham. It is air-cured and comes in two varieties: prosciutto crudo (raw) and prosciutto cotto (cooked). We used prosciutto crudo in this recipe Note

Make sure your prosciutto is really thinly sliced for this divine snapper recipe, to ensure it cooks crisply.

This wonderfully flavoursome cheese and herb stuffing puts a delicious twist on your usual roast dinner. Serve it hot from the oven, sliced thinly with potatoes and our homemade gravy.

Wrapping these little chickens in proscuitto helps keep them moist while roasting, as well as infusing the meat with their flavour.

The contrast of salty and sweet in the pear and proscuitto stuffing adds great depth of flavour to this roast turkey with herbed butter.

Rich, savoury beef broth makes an excellent base for other dishes, or fortified with added slivers of meat and vegetables, a light soup in its own right.

Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside and perfumed with fresh rosemary leaves, the only other thing these roast potatoes need is a little bit of salt and pepper.

A roast joint should be rested before serving to allow the meat to relax. The heat of the oven causes the meat fibres to tighten, so as meat rests the fibres will relax, allowing the meat juices to redistribute themselves throughout the joint. Try to carve the joint across the grain so that each slice […]

A tomatillo is a small green fruit that is a member of the tomato family. It is a basic ingredient in Mexican cooking and adds a tart flavour to food. It is covered by a papery husk, similar to that of an onion, which should be removed, as it is not edible. Tomatillos are also […]

This delicious roasted beetroot, broccoli and pearl barley salad is beautiful enjoyed warm with a creamy tahini dressing. It's the perfect example that healthy, vegetarian food can be delicious and filling!

You'll be a star when you serve up this slow-roasted lamb with garlicky skordalia and lemon potatoes for Sunday lunch.

For nicely crisped potatoes, heat the oven tray before adding the potatoes. Note

Colourful heirloom carrots, in hues of purple, taste the same as their orange cousins, and were in fact the norm until the Dutch developed the modern-day orange version in the 17th century. They taste and look fantastic in this stunning salad.

The evidence is in; tuna is excellent for your heart and brain function. Luckily it also tastes great, especially when accompanied by this wonderful basil pesto and smashed potatoes.

Did you know? A weekly intake of 2-3 fish meals is recommended to ensure that essential omega-3 fats are sufficient in the diet. The average intake for 12-18 year olds is around 200mg of omega-3 per day, which is less than half recommended levels. Fish is a terrific source of nutrition for growing bodies, and […]

We used blue-eye trevalla in this recipe, but you can use any white fish fillets. Note

This delicious roast vegetable salad is scattered with tender risoni pasta and sweet currants to create a flavour-packed, filling vegetarian meal.

Topped with juicy roasted tomato, these easy toasties make a divine brunch, lunch or lazy mid-week dinner.

What better meal to share with family and friends than the classic roast leg of lamb. We've put together and fragrant and tasty anchovy and mustard rub to lift it to even greater heights.

A simple and yet splendid meal to serve up to guests at a dinner party. A bowl of aioli on the table will help finish the meal beautifully.

Black beans, also known as turtle beans, are not the same as chinese black beans, which are fermented soy beans. A common ingredient in Caribbean and Latin American soups, salsas and salads, black beans can be found in most health food stores and large greengrocers. Note

A flavour packed crusted lamb rack roast dinner that will satisfy the entire family. We've served it here with creamy mash and steamed broccoli.

Utterly tasty and redolent of autumn days and all things earthy, this creamy polenta with slow-roasted mushrooms is full of the flavour of porcini mushrooms.

Recipe is not suitable to freeze. For the more common version of this dish, you can use a kilo of chicken pieces instead of the quail. Cacciatore means “hunter- style”, and a truly authentic recipe will call for rabbit. Note

Roasting mushrooms intensifies their flavour beautifully. For a burst of colour, add some truss tomatoes.

Duck can be cooked up to 4 days ahead. Keep covered in oil in the refrigerator. Note