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Produce Guide: What’s in season this November

Produce Guide: What’s in season this November

Enjoy the freshest, cheapest and most nutritious fruit and vegetables this month, thanks to our helpful produce guide. Find out what is in season this November, and what recipes will bring out the best in each seasonal star.
Avocado with chilli, prawns and lime mayonnaise

Produce Guide: What’s in season this September

Enjoy the freshest, cheapest and most nutritious fruit and vegetables this month, thanks to our helpful produce guide. Find out what is in season this September, and what recipes will bring out the best in each seasonal star.
Sensational spring and summer salads

Sensational spring and summer salads

These salads will be the star of your spring picnic or summer barbecue. From a crisp sugar snap pea to salty Greek flavours, they will prove that salads are not just rabbit food but flexible and easy meals with a variety of tastes and textures. Make the most of seasonal ingredients like juicy mango or pear and impress your friends and family with these simple yet scrumptious recipes. Some of our delicious salads are a meal in themselves and not just a side. Perfect for any occasion!
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15 easy recipes everyone is making this spring

15 easy recipes everyone is making this spring

Revisit your favourite dishes of the season with this round up of our most popular spring recipes! From lemon tarts to whitebait fritters, these ideas will give you all the fresh inspiration you need to see you into summer.
Produce Guide: What's in season this October

Produce Guide: What’s in season this October

Enjoy the freshest, cheapest and most nutritious fruit and vegetables this month, thanks to our helpful produce guide. Find out what is in season this October, and what recipes will bring out the best in each seasonal star.
Warm potato and avocado salad

Warm potato and avocado salad with salmon

This salad is a deliciously flavoursome childhood recipe of Nici Wickes' mum's, which is fabulous in its simplicity. The avocado is warmed by the potatoes just enough to bring up its flavour and creaminess.
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In season with Food magazine: carrots

In season with Food magazine: carrots

Mum was right – this root vege is packed with vitamin A, which can indeed improve your vision. Just one of many reasons why the carrot is gold! Recipes and styling by Sophie Gray.
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Zucchini Soup with Chessy Croutons

Zucchini soup with cheesy croutons

This warming Italian-style soup is a great family meal for when zucchini are in season and cheap. For some added Italian flavour, use a good parmesan instead of the cheese mix.
Barramundi with pineapple salad

Barramundi with pineapple salad

This recipe combines Australia's favourite and most versatile fish with a zesty pineapple salad. A super-fresh and delicious dish that can be table-ready in under 30 minutes.
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Peach and lime sorbet

Peach and lime sorbet

Sweet, zesty and refreshing all in one scoop - this divine peach and lime sorbet is easy to make and perfect for a warm Summer afternoon.
Almond Jelly with lychees

Almond jelly with lychees

This is a jelly that adults will get on board with - beautifully flavoured with fresh lychees and almond essence.
Chicken and mango rice paper rolls

Chicken and mango rice paper rolls

Enjoy these light, refreshing chicken and mango rice paper rolls on a warm summer's afternoon. A Vietnamese classic, the rolls are wonderful served as finger food with a zesty chilli lime dipping sauce.
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Duck and Mango Salad

Duck and mango salad

This delicious salad makes the perfect Summer dish for a warm evening with friends and family. Packed full of juicy mango, tender duck meat and fresh Asian greens, this flavoursome dish will delight all your guests.
Pesto skirt steak

Pesto skirt steak

Skirt steak is renowned for its juicy, bursting flavour and combined pesto it's one beef recipe you're sure to use again.
Caramel pear crepes

Caramel pear crepes

These delicate French-style pancakes can be served with either sweet or savoury toppings. With fresh, ripe Australian pears enjoying a long season, their availability makes them a wonderful accompaniment to any dessert.
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PROSCIUTTO-WARPPED TURKEY WITH PEARS

Prosciutto-wrapped turkey with pears

This succulent oven-roasted turkey with salty prosciutto is served with tenderly cooked pears and a sauce made from sour, fruity juices. It's sure top enliven any festive feast.
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Confetti Salad

Confetti salad

This colourful confetti salad with shredded cabbage and crunchy capsicum and a zesty lemon honey dressing is a crisp and tasty side dish
Asian Beef Salad

Asian beef salad

This fresh, zesty Asian beef salad is perfect for a warm Summer evening entertaining outdoors with family and friends.
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Asparagus and Prosciutto Linguine

Asparagus and prosciutto linguine

This simple but sophisticated pasta dish can be whipped up in no time at all. Asparagus and crispy prosciutto is tossed through perfectly cooked Italian linguine, perfect as a light lunch, or with lots of crusty bread for a more substantial meal.
Iced Watermelon and Ginger Zinger

Iced watermelon and ginger zinger

Cool, fruity, zesty and refreshing - this alcohol-free iced watermelon and ginger zinger is the perfect punch bowl to share with friends at a warm Summer party.
Leafy Grapefruit and Celery Salad

Leafy grapefruit and celery salad

Give your salad a zesty summer twist with the addition of juicy grapefruit and crispy celery. This refreshing leafy mix is the perfect side for the warmer months.
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Chicken and sage tray bake

Chicken and sage tray bake

This simple one-pan chicken bake borrows flavours from the Italian classic veal saltimbocca. With a pungent, mediterranean herb aroma, it's definitely a recipe to add to your weekly dinner repertoire.
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Cold Seafood Platter with Herb Yoghurt

Cold seafood platter with herb yoghurt

Perfect for those hot summer days by the water, prepare this glorious cold seafood platter for your family and friends. Prawns, salmon and Balmain bugs are wonderful accompanied by a zesty herb yoghurt and a squeeze of lemon.
Greek style roast leg of lamb

Greek style roast leg of lamb

Add this greek spring to a leg of lamb by injecting aromatic herbs then slow cooking to perfection. Serve it as the hero of your next main dish or as a twist on the traditional Sunday family roast.
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HERB FISH PARCELS

Herb fish parcels

Give your taste buds a Mediterranean trip with this delicious seafood meal,enriched with hearty vegetables and flavoursome herbs.
Mango Frozen Yogurt

Mango frozen yoghurt

No need to buy mango-flavoured ice cream with this simple recipe. With fresh mango chunks and creamy frozen yoghurt you'll discover just how good homemade can be.
MANGO VANILLA FROZEN YOGURT SWIRLS

Mango vanilla frozen yoghurt swirls

Cool down in less than 30 minutes with these fruity ice-blocks. With less than five ingredients these popsicles are a great choice for a kids party and frozen yoghurt makes them a healthy alternative to ice cream.
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Minted pea soup

Minted pea soup

Enjoy eating your greens with a dollop of sour cream. This smooth soup is enriched with potatoes, peas, garlic and mint and is best served with a crusty piece of bread.
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Pineapple and lime popsicles

Pineapple and lime popsicles

Perfect for a hot Summer's afternoon, these pineapple and lime posicles are a delicious fruity frozen treat to enjoy with friends and family.
Lamb Salad with Mint Dressing

Lamb salad with mint dressing

Deliciously light and healthy, this lemon pepper lamb salad with mint dressing is a tasty, refreshing option for a spring lunch or dinner.
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Rocky Road Ice-cream

Rocky road ice-cream

A tub of plain vanilla ice-cream is transformed into a rocky road delight in no time. Serve as soon as it's set ... or hide in the back of the freezer to serve as special treats.
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Asian-style chicken salad

Asian-style chicken salad

Full of tasty protein and fresh vegetables, this beautiful Summer salad is wonderful tossed with a punchy Asian dressing.
prawn cocktails with mango

Prawn cocktails with mango

Perfect for a warm Summer evening, these delicious fresh prawn and mango cocktails are wonderful drizzled with a zesty homemade dressing and a cold glass of white wine.
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Peach and strawberry chicken salad

Peach and strawberry chicken salad

This simple chicken salad gets a fruity boost with fresh peaches and strawberries. If it's going in a lunchbox, a squeeze of lemon should prevent the ingredients turning brown.
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Grilled Peaches

Grilled peaches

If fresh fruit is unavailable, use canned peaches and apricots. Note
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Lime Jelly with Strawberries

Lime jelly with strawberries

For special occasions, layer different flavoured jelly into glasses, allowing each colourful layer to set before adding another. Note
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Oregano Lamb Stew with Gnocci

Oregano lamb stew with gnocchi

Fresh oregano leaves add their unmistakeable flavour to this succulent lamb stew served on a bed of pillowy gnocchi. A classic winter warmer if we've ever seen one!
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Apricot and cranberry picnic slice

Apricot and cranberry picnic slice

Alexa Johnston packs a perfect spring picnic. It’s not summer yet, but finding a sheltered spot in the sun to have a simple spring picnic can make the warmer days seem a little closer. Take a thermos of hot tea, a bottle of homemade lime or lemon cordial and some fizzy water, savoury cheese scones and butter, a few apples – and a tin full of delicious apricot and cranberry picnic slice. Even if it rains, you’ll be happy.
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Parmesan-crusted minty lamb cutlets

Parmesan-crusted minty lamb cutlets

There’s nothing like the flavour of new-season lamb. Julie Biuso will have you charging to the butcher to get your hands on this delicate, succulent and versatile meat
Spring steak salad

Spring steak salad

Sarah Bowman presents dinners perfect for those who want to lighten up with the warmer weather
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Avocado salad with mojito dressing

Avocado salad with mojito dressing

Fresh, Summery and packed full of beautiful flavours, this tasty avocado salad is topped with a zesty mojito dressing to create this wonderfully light lunch or dinner idea.
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Citrus-scented couscous

Citrus-scented couscous

Whip up this gorgeous sun-kissed couscous salad as a light Summery lunch or a beautiful side to a family dinner spread.
Witloof in the pan

Witloof in the pan

To put a fresh twist on the new season’s spring vege, Julie Biuso looks to Italy for inspiration
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Lemon Garlic Fish with Rice Salad

Lemon garlic fish with rice salad

For salad, use either white rice or wild rice blend; reduce cooking time according to packet instructions. Use any firm white fish fillet, such as snapper, ling or barramundi. Don’t leave fish to marinate in the lemon mixture; the acid in the lemon will start to cook the fish white standing. Note
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Onion and Fennel Fish Parcels

Onion and fennel fish parcels

Fish cooking time depends on shape and thickness; it’s cooked when flesh is opaque and flakes easily. Use a thin fillet, like perch Note
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Pistachio-crusted Spatchcocks

Pistachio-crusted spatchcocks

Use chicken drumsticks instead of spatchcocks. Cooking time will vary. You can use flaked almonds instead of pistachio kernels. Note