Pumpkin

These delicious vegetarian quesadillas are great for lunch or an afternoon snack. The kids (big and small) will enjoy them. And they're suitable for diabetics, too.

These delicious savory vegetarian crepes are quick and easy for a family meal.

For the last five years, I have cooked this lasagne dish for an annual yoga retreat and it’s such a favourite that I don’t dare take it off the menu!

This is a simple traditional pumpkin soup recipe without any milk or cream, except for a garnish and that is optional. You can remove the curry and ginger if you prefer plain flavours

Sweet, tender chunks of honey-roasted pumpkin, served with sage butter and caramelised cashews; it may be a side, but it will steal the show. Photograph by Todd Eyre. Props and styling by Cameron Woodcock.

This delicious and wholesome quinoa, ricotta and pumpkin tart is a simple, tasty dinner idea for any night of the week!

Delicious and moist pumpkin pull-apart with roasted garlic butter - perfect for morning or afternoon tea.

Switch things up tonight with this spin on the classic - sweet and hearty roast pumpkin and spinach lasagne! Perfect for the cooler nights, and full of flavour the whole family will love!

Looking for a light yet satisfying lunch? This fresh and tasty hot-smoked salmon and egg salad is healthy, filling and makes a great portable lunch option. Suitable for the 2-Day Fast Diet.

Fresh, wholesome dinners are always the most satisfying! Just like this pumpkin and corn quesadilla dish with fresh tomato salsa - healthy, nourishing and so delicious! Suitable for the 2-Day Fast Diet.

This vegetarian take on lasagne from Amy Chaplin's book, 'At Home in the Whole Food Kitchen" is inspired by butternut squash ravioli. The squash and tofu ricotta is velvety smooth with a layer of succulent caramelized onions and folds of nutty, wholewheat lasagne sheets to give it structure.

A large jar of this soup and a crusty loaf of bread make a great gift for friends, family or neighbours in need of a delicious, fuss-free meal.

Warm up the family with this delicious potato and pumpkin gnocchi with flavoursome rocket pesto - a perfect comfort meal for the colder winter nights.

Light, fresh and tasty, this beautiful vegetarian pumpkin stir-fry is full of nutrients. Enjoy on the side of a dinner spread or on it's own with some steamed rice.

Hot, creamy and hearty, this beautiful comfort food recipe is absolutely beautiful and fragrant after slow cooking all day. The combination of sweet pumpkin and cream will warm your body and soul.

Adding these pumpkin dampers to your next casserole or stew is just what you need to leave you feeling full and satisfied

Bring a bowl of colour to your table this Christmas with our roasted pumpkin and couscous salad, which is filled with goodness. You could also make it with your leftover veges on Boxing Day!

This lamb and rice dish is a meal in itself, or it can be served as a side dish as part of a celebration feast!

This quick and easy tuna salad is easy to make and packed full of flavour from the tender roasted pumpkin, creamy crumbled feta and sweet and tangy dressing.

There is nothing boring about this inventive salad. Bold flavours of roast pumpkin, maple syrup and soy sauce mix with brown rice and leafy greens to give your view of salads a pleasant refresher.

This healthy soup for any time of the year contains onion, pumpkin and chickpea and is guaranteed to warm the soul! It's quick and easy with canned chickpeas or soak your own overnight.

Crispy, crumbed prawn cutlets are beautiful tossed with oven roasted pumpkin, creamy feta cheese and fresh piccolini to create this tasty pasta dish for a delicious family dinner.

This creamy pumpkin and leek soup is perfect for a cool evening and is beautiful served with a dollop of sour cream, crispy bacon and crusty bread.

Warm up with a creamy pumpkin and cheese gratin that can be served straight from the oven.

Delight your family this weekend with this classic Australian roast dinner. Rosemary and garlic infused lamb is cooked to perfection, and served with roasted pumpkin, potatoes, onions and kumara.

The combination of oven-roasted butternut pumpkin, creamy, crumbled feta and a divine balsamic glaze adds a wonderful twist to this classic Italian starter.

Dip a piece of warm homemade pumpkin damper into this tasty French onion dip for a party sensation or just an everyday snack!

Whip up this tasty coucous dish in no time at all, perfect for a tasty weeknight dinner with the family. Tender shredded chicken is tossed with oven roasted vegetables to create this flavoursome meal.

This recipe can be transformed from a side dish or light lunch into a tasty, filling dinner by adding grilled fish or chicken or your favourite sausages.

Hot, cheesy and utterly delicious, this pumpkin filo pie is infused with beautiful fresh thyme and oregano to create a tasty one-pot dinner dish.

Add some spice to your winter warmer with this Thai-style soup. The pumpkin is enhanced by chilli, lemongrass and coriander while a sprinkling of beansprouts keeps this dish feeling fresh.

Ditch that old idea of salads as rabbit food and delight in this warm salad full of roasted root vegetables like beetroot, pumpkin and carrot.

Pumpkin, spinach and cheese wrapped in buttery, crispy pastry ... yum! Serve immediately or pop into the freezer for another day.

Packed full of sweet pumpkin pieces, fresh spinach and creamy ricotta, these fluffy frittatas are easy to make and can be enjoyed hot or cold as a light meal. For something for substantial, serve with this divine roasted vegetable salad.

Traditional vegetarian risotto with a twist ... pearl barley replaces the rice. But for risotto purists, you can simply substitute the barley for Arborio rice.

This gourmet salad is beautiful served up on a warm Spring day. Fresh mixed leaves and vegetables are beautifully tossed with sweet roasted pumpkin and sesame crusted beef sausages. Serve drizzled with a creamy garlic dressing for extra flavour.

Roasting enhances a vegetable's flavour and creates a perfect side dish. A mixture of roast potato, pumpkin, onion and parsnips are classic. Add zucchini, garlic, capsicum, eggplant, corn or carrot halfway through cooking for a change.

These savoury tarts are easy to make and taste utterly delicious. The combination of a golden, flaky crust with tender, roasted pumpkin and creamy blue cheese is unbeatable. Perfect for a light Winter dinner or gourmet starter.

Kick your pumpkin soup up a notch by adding a bit of spicy curry paste, then swirl with cream and serve with crusty bread.

Perfect for a picnic, this pumpkin and tuna pie is quick and hearty.

As the cooler weather encroaches following summer, serve up carefully roasted vegetables and sweet banana chillies with this popular Middle Eastern salad for a wholesome addition to any meal.

This hearty vegetarian dish is so simple and tastes so good you'll soon be adding pumpkin bake to your list of staple recipes.

Coconut milk and curry paste create a delicious Asian flavour in this pumpkin soup. Serve with crusty bread for a hearty first course.

Treat your family or friends to these savoury tortillas, blending cheese, spice and vegetables.

Don’t overcook your risotto – the grains should be al dente when served.

A classic, fragrant and fruity combination inspired by Moroccan dishes.

From the dough to the toppings, Julie Biuso’s primo pizzas are full of authentic Italian flavours

This flavoursome side dish ticks all the boxes, featuring wholesome pumpkin simmered with crispy bacon, butter and garlic.

This soft, light butternut pumpkin ravioli with cheese and the earthy herb flavour of sage is truly satisfying.

This vegetarian Moroccan-style dish is filled with red chilli spices, soothing Greek yoghurt and hearty roasted vegetables.

This fast and flavoursome vegetable curry is a perfect weeknight dinner. It can be served with either naan bread or steamed rice.

The combination of salty, hearty kransky sausages and creamy, sweet roasted pumpkin tossed through fresh vegetables creates a tasty salad perfect for any time of the year.

Give the humble pork chop a Chinese-style twist and it can still go from the stove to the table in less than 30 minutes.

Couscous, a versatile Mediterranean grain, has been on the menu for some years. Here, combined with haloumi and roasted vegies, it is a nutritious side or a meal in itself for vegetarians.

An aromatic tagine will put warmth into any winter night.

Mike’s Top Tips: By making your own pasta, you’re learning a great new skill. Plus it’s super-easy. But if you haven’t got the time, buy fresh lasagne sheets from the supermarket and cut them into wide strips Frying the herbs for the pappardelle gives beautiful colour, texture and flavour to the dish. Just be careful […]

We live in an age where there has never been more interest in food and cooking and yet many children have no idea where the food they eat comes from. We have a huge problem with childhood obesity and yet many children lack essential nutrients. Writer Michael Pollan’s mantra ‘Eat food. Not too much. Mostly plants’ rings true, but we have no hope of achieving this unless we allow children to be part of the ‘farm to fork’ journey

Healthy lean lamb and couscous salad are perfect partners. This budget-priced meal also takes just 15 minutes to cook.

An American classic, this sweet pumpkin pie is glorious served topped with a caramelised pecan praline and a dollop of vanilla ice-cream.

Agnolotti is a traditional Italian pasta, stuffed with a beef or vegetable filling. It's served here filled with char-grilled eggplant and ricotta, wonderfully tossed with tender pumpkin, crunchy almonds and hearty chickpeas to create a delicious vegetarian dinner dish.

This vegetarian version of traditional lasagne is so flavoursome that even the family carnivores won't notice it's meat-free.

Pumpkin pie is a popular dessert in the US, but this sweet and spicy dish translates the world over. If you're not a confident pastry-maker, or you just need to save time, you can use frozen shortcrust pastry instead.

Everyone loves lasagne! Try my nourishing twist on a family fave.

Ward off winter maladies with this wonderful seasonal salad

Sweet steamed pumpkin is tossed with fresh pasta and crispy proscuitto in a creamy cheese sauce to create this tasty Italian dish.

Get the kids to help make these fun pizzas and celebrate Halloween in spooky style.

Pumpkin, red onion and beetroot add a riot of colour to these roast vegetables. Try it also with leek, kumera, chunks of zucchini, capsicum, corn, eggplant or carrots.

Cooks can never have too many pasta recipes in their repertoire. This easy vegetarian dish gets some added nutrients with ricotta cheese and toasted pine nuts.

The crispy coating hides a soft heart of pumpkin, rice and tender shredded lamb.

Now is the time to show off autumn vegetables by using their striking colours and varied textures to make impressive, delicious and nutritious dishes

An alternative is to cut filo widthways into 6 even-sized strips, making 18 smaller triangles. Makes 9 large triangles Note

Cut chicken and pumpkin into similar-sized cubes. Scrape seeds from pumpkin with a spoon, remembering to remove all membrane. Note

Pumpkin may be used in place of kumara, if preferred. Note

Shake excess flour from tofu before frying. Note

For an alternative, try leaving chilli out and substitute toasted walnuts and blue cheese for pine nuts and fetta. Note

Roasted pumpkin has a subtle sweetness, which makes it a perfect filling for ravioli.

A twist on the Kiwi family fave made in half the time

Thai prawn and pumpkin soup