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Lunchbox banana bread

Lunchbox banana bread

This delightfully dense banana bread is a lunchbox favourite for a reason. It's easy to make, tastes delicious and is perfect for a lunchbox treat.
Ploughman's Lunch

Ploughman’s lunch

This simple English fare has stood the test of time. Perfect to take to work or on a picnic.
Basic Scone

Basic scone recipe

Create beautifully light and fluffy scones with this basic scone recipe. Serve scones with cream and jam for a lovely afternoon tea
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16 make-ahead lunches to jazz up the working week

16 make-ahead lunches to jazz up the working week

Having a packed lunch to take to work is one of the simplest ways to feel organised. Plus it means you skip the disappointing sandwich or soggy sushi from nearby cafes. Here are 16 recipes to make ahead of time to get your working week started on the good foot
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Tempeh BLAT sandwich

Tempeh BLAT sandwich

Vegetarians, no longer will you miss out on the BLAT! We've created the most scrumptious gourmet tempah BLAT sandwich recipe, with fried bacon style strips of tempeh and a juicy beetroot relish.
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Spiced vegetable, chickpea and ricotta salad

Spiced vegetable, chickpea and ricotta salad

These golden caramelised vegetables, tossed with baked ricotta and chickpeas are best served warm. But if you have any leftovers, they make a great work lunch. And they're suitable for diabetics, too.
Rocket, chicken and date salad

Rocket, chicken and date salad

Chicken salad with a citrus zing! This healthy lean salad is easy to prepare for lunching guests or take to work for lunch. And it's suitable for diabetics.
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Spiced apple cupcakes

Spiced apple cupcakes

Yummy, delicious gluten-free and dairy-free spiced apple cupcakes perfect for the kids lunchbox and for you with a cup of tea, morning or afternoon.
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Apple raspberry bread

Apple raspberry bread

This sweet raspberry loaf is a delicious snack, perfect with a cup of tea, morning or afternoon.
Apricot coconut bars

Apricot coconut bars

Sink your teeth into this sweet and decadent apricot slice- so easy to prepare and so delicious!
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Creamy egg open salad sandwich

Creamy egg open salad sandwich

We've switched up the classic egg sandwich by layering beetroot and radish chutney, watercress and creamy mashed eggs on rye. Delish! And perfect for diabetics too.
Apricot and sultana biscuits

Apricot and sultana biscuits

Perfect to enjoy with a glass of milk or a cup of tea, these gorgeous cinnamon flavoured biscuits are stuffed with apricot, sultanas and crunchy nuts.
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Choc Orange Shortbread Biscuits

Choc-orange shortbread biscuits

Give your shortbread biscuits a twist by adding orange zest and dipping in dark chocolate. A sweet treat for afternoon tea that family and friends will love.
Triple Choc Brownies

Triple choc brownies

Chocolate brownies are one of life's sweet delights and yet they are surprisingly easy to make.
Spinach and Ham Quiche

Spinach and ham quiche

This spinach and ham quiche is the perfect solution to any light meal - from dinner parties, suppers, picnics and even afternoon tea.
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Walnut bubble biscuits

Walnut bubble biscuits

Deliciously moorish, these sweet biscuits are packed full of chewy dried fruit and crunchy walnuts. Perfect served fresh out of the oven and shared with loved ones.
tuna and rice salad

Tuna and rice salad

Perfect for school or work lunches, this nutritious salad can be made ahead and stored for up to 3 days in an airtight container in the fridge.
Arabic salad

Arabic salad

Mint leaves enhance the freshness of this delicious tuna salad. Packed with vegetables and good quality protein, it's a wonderfully healthy lunch option!
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Chicken Waldorf

Chicken waldorf

This is a hearty salad ... and a great way to use up leftover cooked chicken.
Chicken drumettes

Chicken drumettes

Tender, marinated, sticky barbecue chicken drumettes are the perfect finger food with which to entertain guests. Kids love them too!
tabouli couscous with falafel

Tabouli couscous with falafel

Aussies love this Middle Eastern vegetarian meal that we've made even tastier. Better still, it will be on the table in just 15 minutes!
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Cheese and Bacon Loaf

Cheese and bacon loaf

Golden, fluffy and packed full of crispy bacon pieces, this delicious cheesy loaf is perfect served sliced and enjoyed as a snack for afternoon tea or as a light lunch.
French Onion and asparagus muffins

French onion and asparagus muffins

Whip up a batch of these easy savoury muffins and serve warm straight away ... or store in an airtight container ready to be popped into a school or work lunchbox.
Apple and pecan muffins

Apple and pecan muffins

Let the smell of freshly baked muffins surround your kitchen with these deliciously nutty apple and pecan mini cakes.
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Chocolate dip shortbread

Chocolate dip shortbread

Dip chocolate into homemade shortbread and you have a yummy treat for morning or afternoon tea, a picnic dessert or a welcome addition to a school or work lunchbox.
Roast Chicken with Lemon and Garlic

Roast chicken with lemon and garlic

We show you how to turn roast chicken into a gourmet meal the whole family will be raving about! The chicken pieces are also ideal to take to a picnic or add to school and work lunch boxes.
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Apple, ricotta and cinnamon scones

Apple, ricotta and cinnamon scones

A family favourite - these glorious apple, ricotta and cinnamon scones are wonderful served warm from the oven with a spread of butter or fresh cream.
Homemade muesli bars

Homemade muesli bars

Jam-packed full of chewy dried fruits, crunchy seeds and whole grains, these homemade muesli bars are the perfect guilt-free snack to make for the whole family.
ham, cheese and tomato scroll

Ham, cheese and tomato scroll

A bakery favourite, recreate these tasty ham, cheese and tomato for your family. Delicious enjoyed warm as a savoury afternoon tea or popped in a school or work lunchbox as a yummy snack.
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Muesli Muffins

Muesli muffins

These easy muesli muffins are perfect for breakfast on the run or school or work lunchboxes.
bacon and mushroom quiche

Bacon and mushroom quiche

Frozen pastry makes this bacon and mushroom quiche quick to whip up for any family meal, lunchbox or party. Serve with a salad for a complete meal.
Chicken and mango rice paper rolls

Chicken and mango rice paper rolls

Enjoy these light, refreshing chicken and mango rice paper rolls on a warm summer's afternoon. A Vietnamese classic, the rolls are wonderful served as finger food with a zesty chilli lime dipping sauce.
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Mini quiche Lorraine

Mini quiche lorraine

These little quiche lorraines are perfect for kid's lunchboxes, parties or as a snack. Serve cold or warm.
Corn and polenta muffins

Corn and polenta muffins

These light and fluffy savoury muffins are perfect for a work or school lunch box. Packed full of juicy corn, fluffy polenta and delicious sun-dried tomatoes, these are a great vegetarian on-the-go treat that will keep you fueled for hours.
Apricot and Walnut Biscuits

Apricot and walnut biscuits

These golden biscuits are delicious and great to make with the kids. Full of crunchy walnuts and chewy apricot pieces, they'll be a sure-fire hit!
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Tuna pasta salad

Tuna pasta salad

This family favourite can be made ahead and stored in the fridge in airtight containers ready for school or work lunches.
OAT and FRUIT SLICE

Oat and fruit slice

A freshly baked combination of wholesome rolled oats with dried fruit makes a feel-good treat for a morning and afternoon tea, or lunchbox snack for your kids.
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white bean dip

White bean dip

Nutrient-packed white beans are the main ingredient in this easy homemade dip. Add bread and fresh vegie sticks and your work or school-day lunch is ready to eat.
Teriyaki chicken strips

Teriyaki chicken strips

Delicious served on their own with a fresh side salad or on a crusty bread roll as a gourmet lunch box sandwich, these tender teriyaki chicken strips are easy to make and packed full of flavour.
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Apricot Energy Balls

Apricot energy balls

Whip up these deliciously healthy energy-packed treats in no time at all - perfect for a lunch box snack or on-the-go energy boost!
Macadamia crumble cupcakes

Macadamia crumble cupcakes

For a sweet treat that is packed full of goodness, these cupcakes made with Australia's very own macadamia nuts will be an instant hit with the young and not so young,
Anchovy and olive quiches

Anchovy and olive quiches

The perfect finger food or lunch-box snack - whip up a batch of these salty, buttery quiches for you and your family!
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Smoked chicken and prosciutto salad

Smoked chicken and prosciutto salad

This enticing salad will have you looking forward to your lunch all day. Fresh leafy greens contrast with smokey chicken and crunchy proscuitto that will taste so good, you'll think you're indulging.
Penne Puttanesca

Penne puttanesca

With olives, capers, chillies and tomatoes, puttanesca is a lovely light summer sauce for pasta. If you've got the winter blues, then cook up a batch on a cold night to cheer yourself up.
White and dark choc-chip cookies

White and dark choc-chip cookies

There's nothing better for an afternoon treat than white and dark choc-chip cookies with a tall glass of milk. Bake them with the kids and they'll thank you even more!
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Mayonnaise

Homemade mayonnaise

If you've always wanted to have a go at making mayonnaise, then here's your chance. Just follow our easy steps and you'll have homemade creamy mayonnaise in just 15 minutes!
Wholemeal Kiwifruit Muffins

Wholemeal kiwifruit muffins

Kiwifruit stars in these wholemeal muffins that are packed with goodness and so easy to make. Everything is mixed by hand in a bowl and the muffins will be in the oven in just 15 minutes!
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Chef's Salad

Chef’s salad

No more boring salad days - with toasted nuts, crisp bacon and healthy vegies, this salad is full of crunch.
Coconut Rice Salad

Coconut rice salad

Made with coconut rice, this flavour-filled salad is a great accompaniment to grilled or barbecued meat, chicken and seafood.
Date, carrot and honey loaf

Date, carrot and honey loaf

Naturally sweet and perfectly fluffy, prepare this golden date, carrot and honey loaf for your family and friends. Enjoy your loaf warm, sliced and with a cup of tea any time of the day.
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Mini blueberry and apricot loaves

Mini blueberry and apricot loaves

These bite-sized sweet loaves are perfect with a pot of freshly brewed coffee for morning tea. Chewy apricots and juicy blueberries are swirled through a delicious golden slice with coconut and crunchy macadamias.
Apple crumble cakes

Apple crumble cakes

These sweet and crumbly cupcakes are packed full of goodness to keep you satisfied for longer - a win/win dessert!
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Orange and poppyseed cupcakes

Orange and poppyseed cupcakes

These gorgeous orange and poppyseed cupcakes are wonderfully sweet and moist. Serve them fresh out of the oven, drizzled with a divine orange syrup, and enjoy with friends.
Filled Baguette

Filled baguette

Jazz up your lunchtime sandwich by using a French-style baguette instead of regular bread and adding semi-dried tomatoes and rocket.
Mini vegemite and cheese scrolls

Mini vegemite and cheese scrolls

Perfect for an after school snack or a tasty lunchbox treat - these cheese and vegemite embrace classic Aussie flavours in a delicious baked bread.
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Macaroni and Zucchini Frittata

Macaroni and zucchini frittata

This is gourmet version of macaroni cheese that both kids and adults will devour. It will be on the table in just half an hour, plus it's vegetarian.
Figgy flapjacks

Figgy flapjacks

Packed full of sweet, chewy fig pieces and wholesome grains, these tasty homemade muesli bars are perfect for a mid-morning snack or school lunchbox treat.
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salmon and spinach quiche

Salmon and spinach quiche

Packed with healthy salmon and superfood spinach, this quiche is the ideal work or school lunchbox. Pop in a salad and you are good to go!
Nutty shortbread balls

Nutty shortbread balls

Pop a few of these tasty treats in your mouth for a light afternoon snack. The soft shortbread balls are filled with crunchy almond chunks, perfect with a cup of tea or coffee.
Apple raspberry cupcakes

Apple raspberry cupcakes

The combination of soft warm apples, naturally sweet raspberries and crunchy almonds will make these simple vanilla cupcakes a family favourite.
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Cappuccino cupcakes

Cappuccino cupcakes

These cupcakes are a coffee-lovers dream. Serve for morning or afternoon tea, at a party, or as a sweet treat when it's your turn to feed your book group.
Farfalle with creamy zucchini

Farfalle with creamy zucchini

Nutmeg, sour cream and bacon blend with ribbons of zucchini to make a creamy bowl of delight. Farfalle pasta is best but spirals are also suitable.
Soft Biscotti

Soft biscotti

A classic Italian treat that is often enjoyed after dinner with a cup of coffee, this soft biscotti recipe is absolutely divine. Swirled with dried fruit and dusted with icing sugar, the crumbly golden sweet dessert will delight friends and family.
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Buttermilk and Sultana Muffins

Buttermilk and sultana muffins

Buttermilk is used in these light, fluffy muffins to add a wonderful tang to these tasty treats, which works perfectly with the juicy sultanas swirled throughout. Pack these into your children's lunchbox for school or enjoy with a mug of coffee for a lovely afternoon treat.
Tuna and bean salad

Tuna and bean salad

Tuna salad is a perennial lunch time favourite. This simple recipe includes beans and nuts for a super nutritional kick. If you're taking it to work, store dressing in a small airtight container and add just before serving.
Antipasto Scroll

Antipasto scroll

Perfect for a weekend brunch or morning tea, these savoury scrolls are packed full of flavour and are perfect for an on-the-go treat.
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Lemon cupcakes

Lemon cupcakes

Sweet, fluffy and zesty, these iced lemon cupcakes are wonderful made for the family for birthday celebrations. They are also wonderful enjoyed as a treat for morning tea with a mug of coffee.
Filo Salmon Quiche

Filo salmon quiche

Made with golden, crumbly pastry, these delicious flaked salmon and brie quiches are wonderfully light and tasty. Packed full of nutrients and wonderful flavours, this savoury dish can be enjoyed any time of the day.
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Quiche Lorraine

Quiche lorraine

The original and classic quiche lorraine with ham and cheese is perfect for parties, lunchboxes or dinners.
Minted Fruit Salad and Yogurt

Minted fruit salad and yoghurt

Fresh fruit is a lunchbox staple. This simple fruit salad makes 4 servings and you can choose which fruit you use depending on the season. In hot weather, pack with an ice block to keep the food cool.
Apple and Cinnamon Squares

Apple and cinnamon squares

There is nothing more satisfying than freshly baked goods wafting with scents of apple and cinnamon. These buns are perfect for morning teas, desserts for the family and kids lunches!
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Apricot balls

Apricot balls

These deliciously sweet apricot balls are easy to make and a perfect lunch box snack or on-the-go energy hit.
Citrus syrup cake

Citrus syrup cake

Delight your family and friends with this rich, juicy citrus cake. The delightfully dense dessert goes superbly with a drizzling of zesty syrup that soaks into the cake.
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Almond berry sugar cakes

Almond berry sugar cakes

Perfect accompanied with a pot of tea and the chatter of girlfriends, these little almond berry sugar cakes are absolutely divine.
Chocolate Brownies

Chocolate brownies

Chocolate brownies are the ultimate bite-sized sweet treat that you can share with friends, family or workmates ... or hide in the back of the fridge to keep for yourself (stored in an airtight container, of course!)
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