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24 fabulous feijoa recipes that will help you make the most of the season

As far as the feijoa season in New Zealand goes, when it rains, it pours. If you're lucky enough to have a feijoa tree in your backyard, you need to get creative to keep up with the supply. We've rounded up some fabulous feijoa recipes to make the most of the seas

Old-fashioned pancake recipe

The humble pancake holds a special place in our hearts... and stomachs.

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Classic chocolate caramel slice

Chocolate caramel slice lovers, we've got a recipe that will make your mouth water. So simple to make and combining the classic crispy base, creamy caramel inner and crunchy chocolate topping, it's bound to be a winner.

Pavlova roll with marinated berries & spiced cream

Everyone loves a classic pav at Christmas, but try rolling yours into a luscious log for a delicious update. This billowy confection of meringue wrapped around a centre of sweet berries and spiced cream will cause a sensation when it arrives at the table.

Chocolate cornflake crunchies

This is a great recipe for kids to make in the school holidays. They are yummy and crunchy but nneed to be chilled before you eat them, so patience is needed!

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Boiled new potatoes with minty herb butter

The traditional New Zealand Christmas dinner of a perfectly glazed ham, carrots, spuds and peas followed by a berry-packed and boozily indulgent trifle is still incredibly hard to beat. Sophie Gray aces a classic boiled new potatoes with minty herb butter, perfect for summer dishes.

Warm potato and broad bean salad with NZ Pork bacon and feta

If you’re not keen on potatoes, try using kumara instead for this delicious potato salad recipe with broad beans, NZ Pork bacon and feta

Air fryer NZ Pork chops with Brussels sprouts

An air fryer isn't only for meat, vegetables can also be cooked to perfection in the little oven

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Melt & mix whole orange cake

A yummy cake using new season oranges with a zesty citrus icing. You can easily make this cake ahead and keep in the freezer for any occasion

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

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. […]

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Aoraki Pōhutukawa salmon blinis with avocado crème fraîche

These delectable salmon blinis are quick to whip up. You can make the avocado crème fraîche ahead of time for easy entertaining

Waitoa mānuka honey and rosemary butterfly chicken

Make this delicious butterflied chicken your centrepiece this Christmas. Serve with an avocado summer salad and perfect Christmas roast Lotatoes™

Perfect Christmas Roast Lotatoes™

For fluffy and crispy Lotatoes™, make our perfect Christmas roast Lotatoes™. Cooked with malt vinegar and fresh herbs, they’ll surely be a favourite!

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Barbecued NZ farm-raised venison cutlets

Bring out the barbecue this Christmas for these venison cutlets. They’re so delicious that your guests will be going back for seconds and asking for the recipe

Farmland apricot glazed ham

It isn’t Christmas without a perfectly glazed ham. Follow our easy steps to prepare and glaze your festive favourite

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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6 recipes to create a delicious Christmas feast

An unforgettable Yuletide summer spread to share the joy this Christmas

Gluten-free chicken nuggets

Find out what all the fuss is about around air fryer chicken nuggets with this easy and delicious recipe

5-ingredient air fryer celebration cake

The perfect recipe to try baking out in an air fryer

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Not-so frenchy toast

Breakfast will be done in a jiffy with this indulgent recipe cooked in an air fryer

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.

Pork, sage and apple pies

Store cooled pies in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 months. Simply reheat in pie maker or in a moderate oven. Note

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Butterfly cakes

Keep the family sweet with this easy but delicious recipe

Air-fried fish with green beans

Here flaky fish and crunchy beans can be on the table in under 30 minutes

Air-fried crumbed chicken tenderloins

An air fryer makes cooking chicken super quick and easy and these crumbed tenderloins are no exception

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Air fryer roasted salmon and fennel salad

This simple but elegant meal can be on the table in less than 30 minutes when cooking salmon in an air fryer.

Gluten-free pork and fennel sausage rolls

These gluten-free sausage rolls are easier to make than the original which uses pastry and, dare we say it, we prefer them! Whip up a batch the next time you're entertaining and you won't have to worry about any dietary requirements!

Double cheese and chive scones

These are the only scones to make if you’re after a recipe that’s super-charged with cheese. The recipe comes from Nici Wickes’ mum’s local café, but they’ve adjusted the recipe by adding chives for extra zing!

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15 of our best Anzac biscuit recipes

Chewy or crunchy? Whatever you prefer, celebrate Anzac Day with our traditional Anzac biscuits or mix it up with muffins, cake or even a fruity crumble. These recipes are all so simple and delicious!

Lamingtons

Bring back a classic with this light and delicious lamington recipe. Using freshly made sponge and delectable chocolate icing, this coconutty treat is the perfect accompaniment to your afternoon cup of tea.

Nadia Lim’s best summer barbecue tips and recipes

Entertaining is a breeze in summer when it can all be done outdoors. Try these smashing recipes next time you’re feeding a crowd.

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Plum and vanilla ambrosia with chocolate and cinnamon

Spoon yourself a bowl of Nadia Lim's ambrosia for a dessert that will take you back to your childhood. The soft and pillowy goodness, filled with crunches of chocolate, is the summer dessert of our dreams.

Meringue and berry layer cake

This impressive dessert is the perfect centrepiece for your Christmas table. The best part is, the meringues and fruit can be made ahead of time, then it’s just a quick assemble on the day.

Berry pavlova roll

This berry pavlova roll puts a great spin on the traditional pavlova, and creates a delicious festive dessert. Bring this out on Christmas Day and you'll be the star of the show!

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Kiwi-style pasties

Kiwi-style pasties take the classic mince pie and add a bit of extra magic. Encased in crispy pastry and combining beef mince and swede, this is sure to become a favourite.

Mocha cherry pavlova

This recipe puts a new spin on the classic pavlova, and it works like a dream! The cherry topping and coffee cream match deliciously with the chocolate meringue base - making an irresistible dessert.

10 creamy custard slice recipes

Is there anything better than a silky custard slice? From classic vanilla slice to chocolate, passionfruit and mango, these custard slice recipes are sure to go down a treat.

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The creamiest custard dessert recipes

Silky custard is the star of these decadent dessert recipes. It's easier than you think to whip up creamy custard from scratch to enjoy in pies, tarts and slices!

10 ways with kiwifruit

Always a tart and zingy delight, kiwifruit makes a gorgeous addition to sweet and savoury dishes. Try our favourite recipes, from muffins to custard tarts to salsa.

New Zealand Woman’s Weekly’s baking recipes for kids

It’s the school holidays and baking with the kids is a fun activity to enjoy – not only is it a great way to bond but it is also a fantastic learning opportunity. Baking encourages math skills, language skills and is a way to improve fine motor skills. Here are our top 10 recipes to bake with the kids.

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Making meatloaf

Meatloaf is traditionally served with tomato sauce, and leftover meatloaf is great when put in sandwiches. This recipe is a bit fancier if you feel like a special meatloaf for dinner. It looks and tastes like a giant sausage roll! Photograph by Dean Wilmot / Bauersyndication.com.au.

Chocolate caramel slice

A classic chocolate caramel slice for a special occasion.

Feijoa streusel tart

Nuts bring a wide array of nutty, toasty and sweet flavours to dishes – think the sweet butteriness of pine nuts, the milky sweetness of fresh almonds, and the toasty coffee-like taste of roasted hazelnuts.

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Mussel fritter and rocket mayo sandwiches

Green-lipped mussel fritters sandwiched between wholemeal bread with lemony rocket mayo.

Ham and courgette slice

Quick and tasty ham and courgette slice from New Zealand Woman's Weekly.

Meringue fruit mince slice

Sweet and delicious fruity mince slice from New Zealand Woman's Weekly.

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Pavlova with minted kiwifruit salsa

This pavlova recipe will create delicious puddings that are crunchy on the outside and marshmallow on the inside. Served with minted kiwifruit salsa, they are a summer dessert sure to delight.

Beer batter fish with tartare sauce and kumara chips

Beer batter fish and kumara chips

This delicious beer batter fish recipe will have your guests asking for more!

Nana Joy’s pikelet

This light and fluffy pikelet recipe makes a delicious family treat served with jam and cream.

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Carrot and pecorino fritters

These sweet and salty carrot fritters will also work well with char-grilled lamb steaks.

Slow-roasted lamb leg with spring coulis and broccolini

A slow-cooked lamb leg or shoulder satisfies us all – the browned meat stays moist and is pull-apart soft thanks to the vinegar helping to break it down.

Potted kahawai with cornichons

This smoked fish-based pâté is creamy and slightly tart thanks to the addition of crème fraîche and is a great dish for eating outdoors.

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Devilishly good sausages

Seriously delish (and devilish!) snarlers for your next dinner party

Kumara and ginger spiced soup with kumara chips

While you can serve smaller portions as an entrée, this soup is filling enough to offer as a main course.

Brandy snap cannoli recipe

By merging this Kiwi classic with an Italian-American favourite, the cannoli, we’ve taken mid-winter Christmas dessert to a whole new, and stunningly simple, level.

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Beefy mushroom pies with black pepper pastry

Piping-hot hearty beef pies are the ultimate in comfort food.

Cheesy sausage and batter bake

Kids love this cheesy sausage bake which is quick and easy to prepare.

Meringue and spiced berry stack

The finished product looks so glamorous but the elements are very easy to prepare in advance. Enjoy putting the finishing touches on your masterpiece and wait for the oohs and aahs! Note

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Persimmon tarte tatin

The tangy chill of the sorbet cuts through the sweet, warm tarte tatin.

Apple and hazelnut slaw

Fruit salads are great all year round, but a little harder in winter. However more hearty in its flavours, this dish does the trick.

Beef and cheddar pie

This recipe isn't fussy, just pure and simple beefy flavour with lashings of tart cheddar cheese for a bit of bite. This Kiwi staple makes a damn fine meal.

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Bee’s famous chicken pie

Family Fave! A pie is the perfect way to feed the masses.

Cheesy cheerio puffs

So cheesy! Googly-eyed puffs and chewy, tasty scrolls go down a treat with adult guests too.

Tomato cheese and ham scrolls

These tomtato, cheese and ham scrolls will go down a treat with the kids! Easy to assmeble, these make for a fun lunchbox idea or get the kids to help make them in the school holidays! Looking for other food ideas? Try these school holiday snack ideas, and find some lunchbox inspo for when they’re […]