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We used fresh berries but frozen would be fine. Just remember to bring them to room temperature and drain before use. Sliced pears or apples would also be delicious in this recipe. Any leftover pastry can be wrapped in plastic wrap and refrigerated or frozen for later use. Note

An angel food cake pan is a ring pan with a removable bottom. It has a 15-cup capacity and does not require greasing. Note

Quick, simple and packed full of delicious flavours and textures, this tasty pasta dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner for the whole family.

You can also use puff pastry for these tarts, but you will need to prick the base of each round. Note

Basil sauce can be replaced with a ready-made pesto if preferred. Note

If pork loin is particularly expensive, replace it with sliced chicken breast. Note

Place raw couscous in a heat-resistant bowl with 1 cup hot water or stock. Set aside 5 minutes to absorb liquid. Fluff up with a fork and use as directed. Note

Quinoa (pronounced “keen-waa”) also comes in black and red varieties. Look for it in the health food section of the supermarket. Or If you can’t find quinoa, try using couscous or risoni. Note

We used ready toasted pine nuts. To toast your own, toss in a dry frying pan on a medium heat until golden. Remove to a plate straight away to prevent burning. Use slivered almonds, if preferred. Note

Quail eggs are available in some supermarkets and speciality shops. If you can’t find them, use small hen eggs. If desired, top with parmesan croutons – remove crusts from continental bread, cut bread into cubes, toss with 2 tablespoons olive oil and 1 tablespoon grated parmesan, then bake 8-10 minutes on a foiled-lined tray in […]

Light, fresh and healthy, this flavoursome dish is packed full of the goodness of beetroot. Drizzled with a zesty olive oil dressing, it will make a beautiful side dish for your next dinner spread.

Flavour each cake with a different essence, eg, strawberry, vanilla, lemon, orange blossom. Note

Use red and green witlof or replace red witlof with a few torn radicchio leaves. Add sliced avocado and toasted chopped walnuts if liked. Note

Sausage and vegetable bake is simple to make, nutritious and wonderfully delicious. This quick meal is loaded with lots of fibre and is very filling - a real powerhouse of a meal.

You could replace fresh spinach with a packet of frozen, making sure it is well drained. Note

Zest up the mayonnaise with a squeeze of lemon and a little crushed garlic. Note

Vegetarian version: Use vegetable stock and stock and stuff dumplings with a mixture of soft goat`s cheese, peas, lemon zest and dill. Note

For a dairy-free version, swap butter for a dairy-free spread or neutral-flavoured oil. Frozen blueberries can be used. Note

To remove segments from the peeled oranges, cut between the membranes over a bowl to catch some of the juice. when you’ve finished, squeeze juice from the remaining orange flesh and you should have enough for the dressing. Note

If preferred, buy cooked baby potatoes from the fresh salads section of most supermarkets. Note

It may be necessary to warm each biscuit in the microwave for 15 seconds on high power (100%) to soften them slightly so you’re able to fit them into the base of muffin pans. You will need one passionfruit for about 2 tablespoons of pulp. Note

You can also bake this dessert in a large ovenproof pan or dish, allowing an extra 5-10 minutes to cook. Note

It is important to stir the pasta once or twice after adding to the boiling water to help prevent sticking – a few drops of oil added to the water is a good idea too. Note

For leftover roast vegetable mash you can use potato, pumpkin, carrot or turnip, or a combination of any. These patties are also great as a bite-size finger food version topped with a cranberry mayonnaise (mix a little cranberry into mayonnaise to taste). Note

The combination of melted cheese, fresh basil and tomato sauce adds an extra layer of flavour to your delicious chicken breast. Enjoy it warm fresh out of the oven for a no-fuss dinner.

Kids in the kitchen: Banana & white chocolate loaf

This really is one of those "died and gone to heaven" desserts. It is saucy and delicious, and perfect for chilly winter nights. Serve with vanilla ice cream or lashings of whipped cream.

Baby leeks are sweeter and less stringy than the grown-up version. Braising them in this way gives them a beautifully soft texture. Serve alongside your next roast dinner with all the trimmings.

This bright and zesty salad will tickle your taste buds. Smoked chicken and asparagus salad with a buttermilk dressing makes a great lunch or light dinner.

Let your creativity flow when designing these beautiful toffee decorations. Try different shapes, sizes, patterns and designs for some fun and variation.

This celestial ham will be the winning centre-piece of your Christmas table. Sweetly spiced by the whole cloves. The deliciously sticky glaze contrasts beautifully with the salty meat.

At first glance it might seem like green eggs and ham but that's just the baby spinach. Try this quick meal for a delicious and easy feed.

If you're talking about perfect flavour combinations, white chocolate and strawberry has to be pretty high on the list, and never more so than when combined to make a fabulous cheesecake!

Bagels are traditionally served warm with smoked salmon and cream cheese, but any filling will do. Store them in a sealed plastic bag at room temperature or wrap tightly in foil and freeze. Refrigerator storage will dry them out.

This simple apple tea cake is dense, moist and delicious. Glazed with apricot jam and studded with tender apple pieces, it makes a great afternoon tea treat.

Make the most of summer asparagus with this quick and easy gluten-free frittata. You could also add a handful of thinly sliced swiss brown mushrooms when you cook the asparagus - the opportunities are endless!

These easy, buttery cookies are delicious served with hot espresso. If you can't get blanched almonds, just use normal, unsalted almonds in their place.

Thin and crisp, these apple and almond biscotti-style biscuits are perfect for dunking and therefore fabulous with coffee or tea. If you prefer you could use candied orange peel instead of the dried apple.

There's no need to restrict baked ham to Christmas, this cherry-glazed baked ham makes a magnificent centrepiece for any party or celebration.

Serve this spicy, sticky baked quail for a mouth-watering starter or light meal.

This healthy and filling warm beef and rice salad packs a punch with a chilli soy dressing and crisp vegetables. It makes a great lunch, and packs well if you're looking for something to pop in a lunch box.

These simple, quick to prepare mousse desserts are as delicious as they sound. Take care when heating the white chocolate mixture; if the heat is too high, the chocolate will "seize"­ or become lumpy.

Lentils have a nutty, earthy flavour that helps ground the strident richness of the sausages and pungency of the mustard and spices in this robust salad.

A slender slice of grown-up rocky road is great to have with coffee. Use milk or dark chocolate if you like and change the nuts to suit your taste.

This cake, completely finished after baking since it has its own topping, is simply delicious. Serve warm with cream or cinnamon ice-cream for a real treat.

A lovely, moist banana cake is always a winner. Upgrade your usual topping with this sweet, tangy and tropical passionfruit cream cheese frosting.

An easy, make-ahead dessert for six to eight people, biscotten torte (biscuit cake) is a luscious ending for a dinner or lunch party. Layers of biscuits are brushed with a rum-milk mixture and sandwiched together with a delicious almond cream.

Don't wait until your next trip to a tropical island to enjoy this classic cocktail. Just 5 minutes' preparation will have you imagining you're already there.

Fire up the barbecue with these juicy marinated lamb chops. Served with crisp and colourful vegetables and a dollop of your favourite mustard, they're sure to please.

This baked potato packed with salmon and peas constitutes a great little meal combining all the 4 food groups in one stomach satisfying, kid friendly package. Smoked or tinned salmon works equally well.

This natural sweetness of this beetroot chutney is leavened with spices and cut with vinegar and lemon juice. We used Granny Smith apples in this recipe and they're the best variety to use by far.

A classic combo that marries savoury and sweet

This is a fun recipe to make with the whole family - teach your children how to form their own meat patties. Preparation: 20min. Cooking: 15min. Serves: 4

Turkish lamb burgers

A wonderfully grown-up version of fast-food, and healthy for the whole family.

Easy and inexpensive to make, and terrific for a crowd. Tender apples and cream cheese on a crumble base, all topped with cream and cinnamon, delicious.

These delightful little butterfly cakes with strawberry jam are simple to make and extremely delicious. They go down a treat at children's parties, or morning teas. You can substitute the jam for just about any conserve.

If you're in a jam, any jam will do for these delightful almond biscuits. Buttery, crumbly and zesty with lemon, they're a delicious little mouthful.

Make your own stock to transform your stews and soups and dinner dishes. It's really incredibly simple, cost effective and a great way to use up vegetables and vegie scraps.

Kids will love this cheesy, speedy pizza made with pita bread. If you want to add more protein, make a hollow in the centre and crack an egg into it, then bake.

Fresh baked bread is one of life’s unbeatable soul foods. To make it even more exciting, add some sweet figs and crunchy walnuts. It makes a great breakfast, snack or even gift.

Thrill your family and friends this weekend with stacks of these delectable buttermilk pancakes with raspberry butter. The buttermilk adds tenderness and lightness to the batter and results in deliciously soft texture.

Serve these golden buttermilk scones warm with lashings of fresh whipped cream and sweet jam. The buttermilk in this recipe helps the dough to remain soft and tender, resulting in a light and airy scone.

Gourmet, decadent, luxurious, rich. All of these will come to mind when you see this glorious stack of pancakes coming your way for Sunday brunch.

Baked eggs are actually a great way to make a healthy, protein packed breakfast without fussing around in the kitchen. Just whack everything in a dish, pop it in the oven and get on with getting ready until it's cooked.

Drizzled with a herby lemon dressing and scattered with toasted pecans, this salad is a wonderful way to celebrate the arrival of spring.

Homemade ice-cream is swirled with caramel sauce and topped with crushed amaretti biscuits in this impressive, decadent ice-cream cake.

A classic baked cheesecake topped with divine liqueur cherries, and drizzled liberally with their sauce, makes a wonderful dessert and a great afternoon tea treat.

This relish recipe is great to serve with grilled meat, sausages, or on hamburgers and sandwiches. Its spicy sweetness is tempered with vinegar, which also serves to intensify the natural flavour of the tomatoes.

The quality of store bought meringue is excellent, and once smothered fresh blackberries, yoghurt and cream your guests won't know the difference. For a grown up version, splash a little blackberry liqueur such as crème de mûre for a boozy twist.

These quick savoury muffins are perfect for morning tea or a picnic. If you want to spice them up a little, add a teaspoon of dried chilli flakes.

Pancakes need syrup like apples need cinnamon. Combine all four and you have pure delight. Make sure you get the real maple syrup for this dish. The artificially flavoured stuff just isn't the same.

This creamy, comforting soup will warm you up on a cold winter's day. Full of smoky bacon and tender chunks of potato and finished with fresh, flat-leaf parsley, this is sure to become a firm family favourite.

What better way to get your full quota of five-a-day than a plate of these delicious braised green beans and vegetables. Served with crusty bread or as a compliment to a meat dish, it's sure to satisfy.

This humble vegetable gets an undeserved bad rap in our view. We think these delicious brussels sprouts with crispy pancetta deserve a place on your Christmas table, right next to the duck fat roasted potato.

Paper-thin slices of raw beetroot and fennel are a perfect match for tender, flaky salmon in this healthy, tasty dish. Equally fine as lunch or a light dinner, just add some potatoes or rice if you want something more substantial.

This is an easy home recipe inspired by a wonderful dish served by Armando Percuoco in his Sydney restaurant Buon Ricordo.

With four kids all participating in after-school activities and sports, dinner time in my household was always a chance to catch up with each other. We were all very fussy eaters, too, so poor Mum had to adapt every recipe to, hopefully, satisfy all of us at the one table. This meal was always a winner and I am sure a little sweeter than the original, but to this day, it's one of my go-to recipes if I am entertaining friends. Dad loves plum jam, but I think blackberry works better.

This easy carrot cake is so delicious with its tangy lemon frosting.

Perfect for a hearty and healthy dinner on a cooler night.

This delicious chicken dish is easy to make and packed full of flavour. Your family will love the addition of a zesty homemade salsa verde to their dinner.

Try these fantastic vegetarian burgers with piping-hot halloumi, lemon mint mayo and fried onions.

The contrast between sweet rhubarb and creamy vanilla cheesecake filling is divine in these impressive desserts.

This marinade is suitable for lamb and beef. It can also be used as a dressing for roasted vegetables Note

Served with shoestring fries, this crisp salad with deep-fried eggs and hot sliced chilli makes a tasty, sophisticated lunch or light dinner.

Greek yoghurt has less moisture than ordinary yoghurt, giving this lovely cake a firmer texture.

equipment deep 23cm (9¼-inch) square cake pan 30cm (12-inch) square prepared cake board Note