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Woman's Weekly Food

From classic Kiwi favourites, quick weeknight dinners and elevated meals for special occasions, our recipes are local and delicious and thoroughly tested so you know you can trust them to work. Discover tips and tricks to enhance your cooking skills, learn about seasonal ingredients, and stay up-to-date with the latest food trends. We're more than just recipes; we're your trusted kitchen companion.

Berry Swirl Meringue
Snacks

Mother’s Day afternoon tea recipes

Mums spend so much time looking after everyone, why not return the favour with these delicious Mother’s Day afternoon tea recipes and celebrate Mother’s Day in style with a special afternoon tea shared with close friends and family
Shortbread
Snacks

Shortbread

Shortbread is a traditional Scottish biscuit usually made from sugar, butter, and plain flour. Other ingredients like ground rice or cornflour are sometimes added to alter the texture. The addition of both lemon and orange rind gives a heavenly citrus hint while the use of brown sugar rounds out the flavour of these sweet buttery […]
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Mixed mini quiches
Snacks

Mixed mini quiches

These can be prepared ahead and reheated in a slow oven, 150°C, 5-10 mins. If like, used ready-made shortcrust pastry. Note
Scones two ways
Snacks

Scones two ways

To make conserve, boil 1 1/2 cups frozen berries, 1/4 cup caster sugar and 2 tbsp lemon juice on medium. Bring to boil, simmer 10 minutes. Note
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Make the King’s Coronation Quiche
Lunch

Make the King’s Coronation Quiche

A deep quiche with a crisp, light pastry case and delicate flavours of spinach, broad beans and fresh tarragon. Eat hot or cold with a green salad and boiled new potatoes – perfect for a coronation feast!
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Mustard pork cutlet with pineapple slaw
Healthy

Mustard pork cutlet with pineapple slaw

Kaleslaw is a mixture of shredded kale, cabbage, carrot, beetroot and broccoli with a seed mix and a yoghurt dressing available from most supermarkets. If unavilable, use any slaw mix of your choosing. Toss remaining slaw with dressing for use the following day as a sandwich filling or salad base. Note
Baked feta & a trio of capsicum pasta
Dinner

Baked feta & a trio of capsicum pasta

To avoid wastage, we used feta that is sold in a tub in brine. Use only the amount needed and return remaining brined feta to the refrigerator for later use. It can be used for a Greek salad or baked into a herb quiche or frittata. Note
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Salmon & white bean fish cakes
Lunch

Salmon & white bean fish cakes

You can steam your salmon and flake it, or pan fry in a little oil. For a faster option, try using a fillet of hot- smoked salmon. The fish cakes can be made ahead of time and refrigerated. You can also grill the fish cakes. Place on a baking tray lined with lightly greased foil. […]
Tuna & edamame rice bowl
Lunch

Tuna & edamame rice bowl

Frozen edamame can also be used in a variety of salads and stir-fries. You could replace with frozen peas. The lime pickle has a variety of uses. Traditionally served with curries, it can be rubbed over chicken pieces before roasting, tossed through rice dishes for flavour or served with grilled salmon. Note
Hot-smoked salmon and spiced rice
Dinner

Hot-smoked salmon and spiced rice

Smoked salmon can be found in most supermarket refrigerated sections and is normally sold in 110g packs. The remaining salmon can be used on another day, folded through scrambled eggs, tossed through a simple herb pasta or combined with a little mayonnaise for a delicious sandwich filling. Note
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Easter puzzle biscuits
Baking

Easter puzzle biscuits

These Easter cookies are so much fun to make, especially when you have little helpers in the kitchen to decorate them for you. Get the kids to show their creative side this Easter with fun colour and design on these sweet treats.
Easter egg cake pops
Dessert

Easter egg cake pops

Brighten up the family Easter celebration and engage the kids with these zesty, creative lollipop-style cakes. Lollipop cake toppers also brighten up any Easter cake!
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16 make-ahead lunches to jazz up the working week
Lunch

16 make-ahead lunches to jazz up the working week

Having a packed lunch to take to work is one of the simplest ways to feel organised. Plus it means you skip the disappointing sandwich or soggy sushi from nearby cafes. Here are 16 recipes to make ahead of time to get your working week started on the good foot
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Spangle berries
Inspire Me

Happy New Year!

It's been a great year, and now it's time to soak up some sun and kick back and relax with friends and family. This New Years menu offers the best of the season, with easy shared plates and bright, summery sweets.
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Tatua blueberry & nut tiramisu
Dessert

Tatua blueberry & nut tiramisu

This decadent blueberry tiramisu is perfect for the whole family, as it doesn't contain caffeine. It’s a show-stopping dessert that you can make ahead of time. Caramelising the nuts adds texture and ultra deliciousness
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Sensational spring and summer salads
Recipes

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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Our top 10 seafood recipes
Inspire Me

Our top 10 seafood recipes

Seafood is a favourite all year round from mussels, and whitebait to snapper and prawns there is so much to enjoy, so we've rounded up our most popular seafood recipes
Lamb korma pies
Dinner

Lamb korma pies

Pies and lamb korma filling will keep for up to 3 months in airtight containers in the freezer. Thaw in fridge overnight. Reheat the pies in pie maker for 12 minutes. Note
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Butter chicken roti pies
Dinner

Butter chicken roti pies

Plain roti is available fresh or frozen from most supermarkets. Before using the roti, flatten the bread with a rolling pin. You can use garlic naan instead, if you prefer. Note
Chocolate raspberry custard cake
Dessert

Chocolate raspberry custard cake

This moreish chocolate raspberry custard cake is like magic with its layer of custard and spongy fruity top. Serve with freshly whipped cream for a decadent dessert everyone will love!
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Lamb and minted pea sliders
Snacks

Lamb and minted pea sliders

Like a little roast dinner in a bun, these lamb and minted pea sliders are such a fantastic idea for snacks when entertaining guests! Prepare the lamb ahead of time to make things completely fuss-free on the day.
Lemon sour cream cake
Dessert

Lemon sour cream cake

With the sour cream adding a beautiful denseness, and the lemon icing adding a divine zestiness, this simple lemon sour cream cake is packed with indulgent flavours.
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Best pancakes ever
Breakfast

Best pancakes ever

Try this pancake recipe for pancakes that are light, fluffy, golden and delicious. Serve pancakes with your favourite toppings - we suggest a scoop of vanilla ice cream!
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Basic sausage rolls
Lunch

Basic sausage rolls

You can't go wrong with this classic recipe. Whip up a batch of this tasty sausage rolls for lunch or dinner with the family. All you need is a generous dollop of tomato sauce...
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Chocolate, caramel and walnut brownie
Dessert

Chocolate, caramel and walnut brownie

Enjoy a bite of delightful decadence with these chocolate, caramel and walnut brownies, which are lovely both as a sweet afternoon treat or with ice cream for dessert. That caramel condensed milk drizzle is just perfection!