For croutons, cut bread into cubes and bake 5-10 minutes in a moderate oven, 180°C, or fry in a little oil and butter until golden. Note

You can use your family's favourite sausages to make this Hungarian-style hearty winter stew. As the meal is made in one pot, there is less washing up afterwards!

You can use 750g cubed, skinless firm white fish in place of the marianara mix. Note

Substitute beef for lamb leg or mince, celery with frozen peas or green beans (add at the end of cooking time). Note

Cook peeled potatoes in a pan of boiling salted water about 20 minutes, until tender; drain and mash. Note

Makes 2 Note

Green or red curry paste can be used if you prefer a spicier curry. Note

Roasted potatoes, baby beets and feta

Enjoy these tasty treats as a lunchbox snack or for tapas with friends. It doesn't matter who they're for, any tuna lover will adore these croquettes.

This is a special occasion dish to serve for a gathering of friends pre-Christmas.

A healthier take on our favourite fish fry-up, this crumbed piece of fish is beautiful served with crispy golden chips and a homemade creamy tartare sauce.

The flavour of the lamb will benefit greatly by marinating overnight; once that’s done, the meal can be ready to serve in 40 minutes. Note

Beetroot-lovers will enjoy this vibrant, tasty soup. For a more subtle colour (it’ll turn the soup pink) and more tang, add a swirl of yoghurt before garnishing, or serve the soup with yoghurt or sour cream on the side.

This is good as a brunchy-lunchy thing, but you could also cut it into small squares and serve it in a more fancy guise with bubbly or drinks.

This dish is perfect for an outdoor casual lunch or a posh picnic.

When returning browned meat to a dish, remember to add accumulated juices. Note

Pour stock into empty simmer sauce jar, shake and add to pan to use up leftover sauce. Note

If preferred, cook in microwave on high for 2 minutes. Note

No need to take a trip to the takeaway shop, try out this old-school fish and chips recipe at home with golden crumbed fish with fresh salad, lemon wedges and traditional tartare sauce.

The fish should be cooked through in the time it takes for the batter to become golden brown. Note

It may come as a surprise that trimmed pork tenderloin contains less fat than skinless chicken breast. It is also an important source of zinc and iron, as well as being rich in protein. Note

These are good, the sort of thing that blokes wolf down with beers, or the morning after beers!

Saturated fat and gluten free Note

To reheat leftover bake, preheat oven to 160°C (140°C fan-forced). Cover bake and heat for 10-15 minutes, until heated through. This bake is not suitable to freeze. Note

The cooking time for the fish will vary. The timing in this recipe is for a belly piece of salmon – if you prefer the tail end, cook for 3 minutes skin side down, turn and cook for a further 1 or 2 minutes. Celery leaves are seldom used, although they are edible and have […]

You could carry out steps 1 and 2 the day before. Store covered in the fridge until needed. Colibans are the round, white spuds usually available at supermarkets. Note

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

You can freeze cooked pies for up to 3 months; thaw in fridge overnight. Note

If you prefer, you can use chicken pieces; cooking time will vary. Note

Use pink salmon or tuna instead of red salmon. You can use natural yoghurt instead of mayonnoise. Serve patties worm or cold. Note

Make your own breadcrumbs from day-old bread. Note

Inexpensive bamboo steaming baskets are sofa in various sizes in Asian grocery stores. Or use metal steamers, available from kitchen shops. Serve steak on toasted multigrain bread; nutrition count will vary. Note

Serve with garlic bread for dipping. Note

Make ahead: Cook curry up to 2 days ahead. Cover, then refrigerate. Add a little water when reheating, if needed. Note

Use evenly sized potatoes so they cook at the same rate. If using frozen broad beans don’t thaw before cooking. Note

Instead of steaming potato, cook in the microwave on High (100%) in 1-minute bursts until tender. Note

Make ahead of time; cover dips with plastic food wrap. Store in fridge for up to 2 hours before serving. Note

To lightly roll pastry, use a rolling pin to roll each sheet out to 1mm thick. Note

Before you deep-fry, drop a small piece of bread into the oil. If it sizzles immediately, the oil’s ready. Note

Snake beans are popular in Asian cooking. The pods are olive green, round, about 90cm long and 5-8mm wide. They are picked when young and crisp with soft seeds. If they are unavailable, use green beans. This dish would also be delicious with mixed seafood. Note

Substitute chicken for fish, if preferred Note

Can be made in individual dishes if preferred. Note

Serve with tomato relish if desired. Dust cutlets in Moroccan spice before cooking. Note

Shape patties into the same size as the rolls you are using. Note

Ghee can be used in place of oil and butter. Potato and onion chapatti make delicious pre-dinner snacks. Note

This pilaf is a delicious accompaniment to char-grilled chicken or lamb. Note

Scrumptious and versatile bubble and squeak is the perfect way to use up leftover mashed potato or vegetables. Serve with truss tomatoes and a fried egg for the perfect relaxing meal.

For a variation, serve sausages and onions in warm rolls with Dijon mustard and rocket. Note

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

If preferred, use salmon or chicken for this salad. Add a quick salad of market produce-mixed leaves, radishes, tomatoes, cucumber, etc, if liked. Note

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

These pakoras with coriander raita are incredibly versatile. Serve them with pre-dinner drinks at your next dinner party, or as an after school snack filled with flavour and goodness.

Paratha is a flatbread that originated in the Indian subcontinent. It can be served with curry, or as we've done here, stuffed with a delicious spicy potato filling and eaten as a snack.

Vichyssoise is that classic French creamy potato and leek soup which is generally served cold. You can also use Desiree or Pink Fir Apple potatoes for this recipe. For something different, sprinkle a little crumbled roquefort cheese over each bowl along with the chives.

Give your steak that something special and top it with our deliciously flavoured herbed butter. For a the perfect crispy side, look no further than pommes frites. The secret is to twice-cook them for extra crunch.

The potato in this smoked trout dip adds a lovely robust flavour and a creamy texture. It goes beautifully with tostini, crackers, or vegetable sticks

Fill up on something substantial and incredibly tasty after a long weekend walk with this warm potato and chorizo salad. With spinach, red onion and cherry tomato too, it's full of nutrients as well as energy.

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.

Serve these crispy Asian-style fish cakes with spicy dipping sauce for a tantalising starter or light meal. If you like the extra kick, add some more chilli.

Green olive salsa, with fresh, fragrant oregano and lots of lemon juice, makes a great topping for a juicy barbecued veal cutlet. Served with kipler potatoes, this is a great recipe for when you feel like a bbq with a difference.

This healthy and tasty vegetable and lentil potato pie is packed full of vitamins and every bit as hearty as a meat based cottage pie. Perfect for a family meat-free Monday meal.

Potato salad has sure come a long way since the mayonnaise drenched versions. The addition of kumara adds a sweetness of flavour and a smoothness of texture. And not a jar of mayonnaise to be seen.

Bite-sized baby potatoes always make for a delicious side dish, especially when they're tossed in garlic and rosemary. Keep an eye out for new season baby spuds, and make this dish as soon as they appear.

Crisp outsides, crunchy corners and soft, tender insides with a honey, mustard and rosemary marinade make these the perfect roasted root vegetables.

This light and crispy potato galette has a definite Spanish flavour, thanks to the chorizo, olives and paprika that tops it. A quick and easy dish that's perfect for a light summer lunch with friends.

Combine this tender beef fillet with a delicious red wine sauce and a generous serving of mashed kumara for a slightly different take on the a traditional beef and vegetable fare. You'll be glad you did.

For something a little different, try our baked veal with potato pea mash. The cornflake crumb provides a delightful crunch to the tender meat, and the potato and pea combo is fresher alternative to the usual mash.

This dish is a stand-out recipe, not just because it's quite spectacular, but because the taste of fish baked in a salt crust is incomparable. The perfect centrepiece for a celebratory meal.

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.