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Your complete Christmas Day menu

Your complete Christmas Day menu

Celebrate Christmas in style with this delicious festive menu! From ham and turkey to sides and desserts - we've got your Christmas Day lunch or dinner sorted from start to finish thanks to Countdown
Mediterranean prawn salad

Mediterranean prawn salad

This light yet incredibly delicious Mediterranean prawn salad recipe is so quick and easy to make. Serve with grilled sourdough bread and enjoy as a tasty lunch dish or simple midweek meal
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Firecracker prawn tortillas

Firecracker prawn tortillas

With a spicy kick, this delicious and incredibly easy firecracker prawn tortilla recipe is fantastic served with lime, chilli mayo and coriander slaw. Enjoy for a tasty family lunch or dinner!
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Celebration salad

Celebration salad

Make your next meal a celebration with this gorgeous salad recipe. Maple roasted pumpkin, radicchio, mozzarella and pine nuts combine to create a stunning salad that's perfected with a homemade maple dressing
Poached salmon, fennel and peach salad

Poached salmon, fennel and peach salad

This light and lovely poached salmon, fennel and peach salad recipe is summer's ultimate sweet and savoury combination. Serve with crusty bread and enjoy for a delicious long lunch or alfresco dinner
Cheese and herb flan

Cheese and herb flan

This delicious vegetarian cheese and herb flan recipe is incredibly easy to make and is perfect served for a tasty, rustic family lunch or dinner. It's also great to freeze for an easy meal idea
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BLT Salad

BLT salad with spicy mayo dressing

Turn a brunch favourite into a versatile salad with this delicious BLT salad recipe! This quick and easy dish is ready in just 25 minutes and is drizzled with a creamy spicy mayo dressing
Mexican bean salad with toasted tortilla

Mexican bean salad with toasted tortilla

This incredibly easy Mexican bean salad recipe with toasted tortilla is perfect served for a hearty yet tasty dinner or lunch. Packed with veges and authentic flavour - this salad is a winner
Chilli prawn, potato and zucchini salad

Chilli prawn, potato and zucchini salad

This light and fresh chilli prawn, potato and zucchini salad recipe is incredibly quick and easy to make. Serve it up for lunch or enjoy as a deliciously healthy dinner option
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Barbecue salmon parcels

Barbecue salmon parcels

Cooking seafood on the bbq has never been easier than this delicious barbecue salmon parcel recipe! Quick, easy and fresh, this dish will be your go-to this summer
Brie and cherry tomato galette

Brie and cherry tomato galette

A galette makes a great starter or lunch dish because they are so versatile – the topping ingredients can be changed. Try ham, smoked salmon or bacon, capsicum, mushrooms or spinach, and any cheese you like
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Pea and pecorino fritters

Pea and pecorino fritters

If you’re a fan of Parmesan, why not give pecorino a try? Made from sheep milk, it’s similarly sharp but milder and slightly sweeter. Nici Wickes pairs it with peas and dill in these little pancakes.
Ginger, crab and watermelon salad

Ginger, crab and watermelon salad

Enjoy a salad with a difference with this delicious recipe for ginger, crab and watermelon salad. Drizzled with lime dressing and topped with toasted coconut, this dish is all about the tropics
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Rockmelon and chicken salad

Rockmelon and chicken salad

This light and fresh rockmelon and chicken salad recipe perfectly combines sweet and savoury to create a healthy yet delicious lunch dish. Enjoy in the warmer months as a light weeknight meal
Spicy prawn and watermelon bites

Spicy prawn and watermelon bites

This deliciously different combination of spicy prawn and juicy watermelon creates the perfect summer snack recipe. Enjoy at your next BBQ to impress your family and friends
Frittata

Leftover vegetable frittata

A homemade frittata can be a thing of beauty. It is also a great way to use up any left over vegetables from the night before. This Nici Wickes recipe is great cut into wedges and served for lunch
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Sausage, apple and sage pastry braid

Sausage, apple and sage pastry braid

This sausage, apple and sage braided pastry recipe looks impressive yet is quick and simple to create using frozen pastry sheets. It's the perfect addition to your next picnic or morning tea
Mango, apple and passionfruit chutney

Mango, apple and passionfruit chutney

This beautifully flavoured mango, apple and passionfruit chutney recipe is an exceptional accompaniment to savoury dishes. Serve for lunch on a wooden platter with ham, cheese and crusty bread
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Buffalo chicken balls

Buffalo chicken balls

Roll up a yummy recipe the whole family will love! Try these scrumptious buffalo chicken balls that are fantastic perfectly accompanied with a fresh salad and Parmesan
Warm olive and smoked fish salad

Warm olive and smoked fish salad

Filled with light and fresh flavour, this scrumptious warm olive and smoked fish salad recipe is ready in less than 15 minutes and is great served for lunch or dinner
Spring vegetable bowl

Nourishing spring vegetable bowl

Celebrate spring with Nici Wickes' recipe for simple bowls of soupy goodness for a family lunch or simple supper. They’re full of flavour and texture, and you can get as inventive as you like
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These tarts are easy to make and yet quite spectacular

Leek, Parmesan and prosciutto tarts

In this Nici Wickes tart recipe, soft and sweet leeks combine with the tang of Parmesan and saltiness of prosciutto. These tarts are easy to make and yet look and taste quite spectacular
Crushed potato, ham and egg salad

Crushed new potato, ham and egg salad

This fresh and easy salad recipe combines crispy, golden new potatoes with ham, poached eggs, tender peas and plenty of creamy dressing. Enjoy for lunch or dinner
Green tea chicken with barley salad

Green tea chicken with barley salad

This super easy, super healthy green tea chicken salad recipe is the perfect dish for lunch or dinner. Nutty, fiber-rich barley, fresh herbs and crunchy broccoli make up this filling salad
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Niçoise salad with hot-smoked salmon

Niçoise salad with hot-smoked salmon

This niçoise salad recipe sees the classic French salad welcome rich, delicate hot-smoked salmon in place of traditional tuna. Enjoy for a light lunch or dinner with plenty of crusty bread
Warm lamb and burghul salad

Warm lamb and burghul salad

Juicy grapes, tender lamb and crunchy walnuts are the stars of this warm lamb and burghul salad recipe. Light yet satisfying, this is the perfect spring meal
Pickled carrot and roast beef tartines

Pickled carrot and roast beef tartines

A tartine is a French open sandwich usually with a creamy spread, and this recipe certainly lives up to its name! Herby ricotta and goat's cheese combine with roast beef and pickled carrots. Delish!
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Turkey schnitzel baguette

Turkey schnitzel baguette

This turkey schnitzel baguette recipe is packed with all the ingredients that make a great sandwich - bacon, eggs, mayo, and of course, crispy schnitzel!
Scallop and lime ceviche

Scallop and lime ceviche

Nici Wickes' scallop recipe shows there isn’t a more refreshing way to serve scallops than as ceviche with orange, avocado and coconut milk. Perfect as a light lunch or entrée
Three grain fried rice

Three grain fried rice

This fried rice recipe has had a health-injection with brown, red and wild rice, green beans and bok choy
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Little Spanish number

Little Spanish number

This little Spanish number is a modern take on jambalaya with chorizo, prawns and sliced red peppers studded through quinoa instead of rice
Brown rice tuna crunch salad

Brown rice tuna crunch salad

This nutritious brown and wild rice salad with tuna makes the perfect lunch - simply assemble ingredients and serve in an easily transportable jar
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12 sushi recipes you can make at home

12 sushi recipes you can make at home

Making sushi at home is easy, especially with these delicious recipes. From classic rolls to sushi bowls, slices and cones, these recipes make it easy to enjoy the taste of sushi (even if your rolling isn't up to scratch!)
Chicken soup recipes for the soul

Chicken soup recipes for the soul

What could be more warming than chicken soup? When winter, family gatherings, or under-the-weather blues call, comforting and delicious chicken soup recipes are always the answer
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Cauliflower soup recipes to warm up winter

Cauliflower soup recipes to warm up winter

Creamy and oh so comforting, there's a reason cauliflower soup is a winter staple. From simple slow cooker creations to gourmet versions, these cauliflower soup recipes are here to warm the soul.
Moules et frites

Classic moules et frites

These French-inspired mussels with fries are a simple, fresh and flavourful meal - enjoy al fresco for a true French-feel!
Perfect pea recipes

Perfect pea recipes

Peas are plentiful from November through to January, and they add a beautiful pop of sweetness to dishes. Make the most of this versatile veg with these recipes for pea salad, pea soup and more!
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Amazing asparagus recipes

Amazing asparagus recipes

Put some spring in your step with these delicious asparagus recipes. Choose from our best recipes including asparagus salad, soup, quiche, risotto and a range of delicious side dishes.
Salmon salad wraps

Light and lovely salmon salad wraps

Light, fresh, yet filling, these salmon salad wraps make a great lunch option. Plus, with salmon and hard boiled eggs, you benefit from a double hit of protein
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Roast garlic and parsnip soup

Roast garlic and parsnip soup

Is there anything better than a warming bowl of soup when the weather starts to cool? This roasted parsnip soup gets a welcome punch of flavour from the garlic; a definite winner, in our book.
Green curry prawn fried rice

Green curry prawn fried rice

Light but packed full of flavour, this green curry prawn fried recipe from recipes+ is a budget-friendly mid-week meal the whole family will love.
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Zucchini carbonara frittatas

Zucchini carbonara frittatas

Add some texture to your usual frittatas with shreds of zucchini and pasta. We've also added a delicious carbonara-style sauce with cream, bacon and egg for extra flavour.
marinated chilli chickens

Marinated chilli chickens

Here's a slightly more interesting take on your average roast chicken. If you're unable to find small chickens, larger ones cut into pieces will do. Adjust the spices to taste.
Haloumi and avocado bruschetta

Haloumi and avocado bruschetta

Excite your taste buds with this fresh and delicious haloumi and avocado bruschetta. It makes a brilliant snack, light lunch or dinner or starter to a dinner spread.
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lamb and pasta salad

Lamb and pasta salad

Tender lamb, al dente pasta and peppery rocket leaves make a fabulous pasta salad that is a meal in itself.
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Fish curry

This incredibly simple fish curry uses ginger, garam masala, paprika and turmeric to add flavour without heat, and buttermilk for a smooth, creamy finish.
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sticky chicken with noodles

Sticky chicken with noodles

This delicious chicken recipe sees tender chicken thighs marinated in brown sugar, soy, Chinese five spice and sweet chilli sauce and perfectly paired with vermicelli noodles
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Japanese sushi bowls

Japanese chicken sushi bowls

When you want sushi but don't have the time or patience for fiddly rolling, reach for this chicken recipe. Quick, easy and featuring all the great flavours and ingredients of sushi
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Mushroom, carrot and lentil filo parcels

Mushroom, carrot and lentil filo parcels

This vegetarian recipe combines mushroom, carrot and lentils to create a flavourful strudel. Covered in golden filo pastry and served with a fresh rocket salad, this is a hearty vegetarian meal option
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Beetroot, cheese and walnut tart

Beetroot, cheese and walnut tart

The tried and true pairing of beetroot, cheese and walnut come together splendidly in this beautiful vegetarian tart recipe. Served with a fresh rocket salad, it's perfect for lunch or dinner
Perfect bacon and egg sandwich

Perfect bacon and egg sandwich

Is there anything better than a bacon and egg sammy? The success of this simple snack relies on good-quality bacon and eggs, while homemade relish adds just the right amount of pickly goodness
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Warm lamb and cauliflower rice salad

Warm lamb and cauliflower rice salad

This warm salad is perfect for winter, combining cool weather favourites lamb and cauliflower. Featuring ginger, chilli and sweet soy, this recipe packs a flavour punch
Bacon and cheese tart

Bacon and cheese tart

Use a full-flavoured cheese for this recipe and you’ll be rewarded with an extremely tasty tart – great for lunch or a simple supper
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Duck breast salad with beets and orange

Duck breast salad with beets and orange

While duck legs require a longer, slower cook to get the best from them, duck breasts are best served crispy-skinned but rare. Cooked in this way, they are meltingly tender and delicious
Spiced duck, apple and watercress roti rolls

Spiced duck, apple and watercress roti rolls

Nici Wickes' version of the famed Peking duck that is served with pancakes and plum sauce. Using plenty of fresh apple and watercress, all rolled up in a soft warm roti, makes this an easy dinner idea
Spiced chicken pancakes

Spiced chicken pancakes

Try your hand at savoury pancakes with this Asian-inspired recipe. Featuring flavour combinations like hoisin sauce, Chinese five-spice and ginger, this chicken dish is a winner
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Pork and apple sausage roll

Pork and apple sausage roll

Create your favourite savoury from scratch with this pork and apple sausage roll recipe. Simple, delicious and perfect for lunch, dinner or morning tea
Corn chip-crumbed chicken bites

Corn chip-crumbed chicken bites

Add some extra crunch to your chicken with these inventive Corn-chip crumbed chicken bites. This recipe is completed with a honey roasted carrot salad and a hearty dollop of mustard
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Southern-style chicken

Southern-style chicken

Get acquainted with the big flavours of the South like cajun and chipotle with this incredible Southern-style chicken recipe
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12 of the best haloumi recipes

12 of the best haloumi recipes

Who doesn't love haloumi? The deliciously salty cheese is great with everything from burgers to salads, and makes an ideal alternative to meat. Feast your eyes on our simple and versatile haloumi recipes
Bacon and egg puffs

Bacon and egg puffs

Why not surprise Mum with breakfast in bed or make her brunch? These tasty bacon and egg puffs are a great start to the day.
Carnation cream

The richness of light – creamy recipes to try

Enjoy creamy meals more often with CARNATION, a lighter alternative to cream. Give these fast and flavoursome recipes a try, they’re sure to become firm family favourites, including rice pudding, chicken linguine and a banana breakfast smoothie
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Salmon, caramelised onion and goat’s cheese frittata

Salmon, caramelised onion and goat’s cheese frittata

This gorgeous frittata combines three strong flavours to create a flavour-packed lunch or dinner. From the sweetness of the caramelised onion and the rich salmon fillets, to the creamy, tart goat's cheese, every mouthful will leave you wanting more.