These delicious, mouth-watering beef tacos are sure to hit the spot.

If you use shortcrust pastry, bake at 220°C and increase the cooking time by 10 minutes. Note

Tzatziki is a dip made with yogurt, cucumber, mint and perhaps garlic. Note

If wombok is not available, use 1/3 of a regular cabbage instead. Note

Cook potatoes quickly by wrapping each one in a piece of paper towel and microwaving on high (100%) 8 minutes. Note

Spicy mince and eggplant with yoghurt dressing

Thai basil can be replaced with regular basil if you prefer. Add beansprouts for crunch. Note

These have the added goodness of grated vegetables.

Take yourself on a trip to Thailand with aromantic mint, chilli, coriander and lime. This powerful beef dish is best served with a fresh, crispy lettuce leaf.

Suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

It’s rich but utterly delicious. To cut back on the calories, use a light stock to finish the sauce instead of cream.

Lasagne sheets can be used in place of cannelloni tubes. One sheet can be cut in half to make two cannelloni. Look for fresh lasagne sheets, which are easily cut. Note

Bean sprouts make a great addition to this salad. Note

Make your classic shepherd's pie more exciting with these potato jackets. Not only does it make your pie so easy to prepare and to serve up between plates, it's like eating little boats of deliciousness!

For an easy, homemade guacamole, mash 1 avocado with 2 tablespoons of lemon or lime juice and season to taste. Note

The delicious flavours of cool Lebanese cucumber, lemony-flavoured coriander, refreshing mint and rare beef creates a quick yet aromatic Thai beef salad that is full of flavour.

If the meatballs are browning too quickly, finish cooking them in a hot, 200°C, oven (180°C fan-forced). Note

Reduce or leave out the spices for kid-friendly patties Note

Delicious beef fajitas with sizzled capsicum and onions in warm soft tortillas are a quick and tasty mid-week meal. Kids may enjoy a small dollop of sour cream on their tortillas.

Use the cheaper cuts of beef for this recipe, such as chuck and blade. The slow cooking will make the meat wonderfully tender. Note

When searing the beef, you can flame it with 1/4 cup of brandy, if you like, for an extra-special flavour. If the pastry is becoming too brown, simply cover it with foil. This will be necessary if you like your beef well done. Note

Not only is this warming, rib-sticking soup delicious, it’s also low GI, which helps to lower cholesterol and control blood sugar spikes, reducing your risk of heart disease and diabetes. Note

Try to factor in enough time, before having to get dinner on the table, to rest the meat. Steaks need only a couple of minutes, but it makes such a difference to their juiciness. Note

To prepare the mango, peel off the skin with a sharp knife or potato peeler, then slice down each side of the stone to remove the mango“cheeks”.

These burritos will become a family favourite.

It’s time to enjoy the outdoors with friends and family. Julie Biuso shows how to create this perfect snack-sized dish

Luca Villari presents this easy Asian-inspired noodle dish that provides a wallop of flavour while being light on your wallet

Perfectly cooked steak, spicy watercress, mayo with a kick all inside a soft, fresh ciabatta bun – who could ask for more in a sandwich?

Kid-friendly tip: adding worcestershire sauce gives a little heat, but leave it out if your children dislike spicy food. Note

Allow about 40 minutes cooking time per 500g of corned beef. Note

The cooking time will vary according to the cut and age of the meat. Begin testing after 1 hour of cooking. When simmering, ensure the water is barely breaking, as a rapid boil will make the corned beef tough. Note

If you don’t like the taste of curry, or simply want to vary the flavour of this dish, you can substitute 1 tablespoon of tomato paste for the curry powder. Note

Thanks to its divine tenderness, filet mignon is one of the most sought-after cuts of meat. Because it is so versatile, steak mignon is a fitting choice for any time of the year.

This rich beef casserole dish is a perfectly comforting and hearty meal for cold winter nights. The addition of potatoes means it’s a complete meal, serve some green beans or any of your favourite green vegetables on the side. What cut of beef should be used for this dish? Chuck, braising and stewing beef all […]

This is a simple salad that is packed full of flavor.

Savoury mince on toast is the ultimate comfort food. This recipe is easy and delicious. This savoury mince recipe is best served on top of warm buttered toast.

Delicious beef meatballs are simmered in an easy Italian tomato sauce to create homemade Italian comfort with this spaghetti and meatballs recipe brought to you by Australian Table.

Not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Patties suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Beef brisket is an inexpensive cut of meat. Ask your butcher to remove most of the excess fat from the beef. This recipe can be prepared two days ahead, up to the final frying stage. This recipe is based on one from Tai Woo Restaurant in Hong Kong, winter of the beef category in the […]

Croutes are best assembled close to serving. Note

Kofta suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

This is a winner in our house, as it combines two of the boys’ favourites – pies and nachos! It serves six with lettuce, tomatoes, salsa and extra corn chips.

With the classic sweet, salty, sour Thai flavours, crunchy nuts and moist, tender lamb, we've got flavour and texture well and truly covered with this tangy beef salad.

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

Rinse the noodles in boiling water before adding them to the beef, so they are easier to stir-fry. You can add a bag of frozen chinese stir-fry vegetables, too. Note

Beef and vegetable stir-fry

Do not wash mushrooms-simply wipe over with a damp paper towel is necessary. Note

Replace the cheese and ham with a hard-boiled egg. Add some hummus for dipping. Note

If you don’t have a piping bag, snip about 2.5cm off the corner of a plastic freezer bag and pipe through this instead. Note