Chorizo and vegetable frittata
No flameproof pan? Cover handle with foil to prevent it burning under the grill. Note
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Hunza pie
Hunza pie sprang from the myth that it fed the longevity of the Hunzakut people, it became a hippy classic despite debunking. Happily, its popularity endures anyway.
Creamy fish pie
Ling, blue-eye, or Mahi Mahi would work equally well in this creamy fish pie topped with silky smooth mash by recipes+. If you like, you could serve it in individual ramekins.
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Caramelised leek and pumpkin pie
Instead of brie, crumble 200g ricotta over mixture. Replace capsicum dip with rocket or basil pesto. You need 600g peeled pumpkin. Note
Pinwheel sandwiches
Pinwheels are a great idea for kids school lunchboxes. Note
Ricotta, prosciutto and artichoke tartlets with watercress
Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note
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Tuna and ricotta dip
A hint of chilli, capers and sweet paprika give this tuna and ricotta dip by recipes+ a deep, rich flavour and colour. Served with crispy pide bread, it's the perfect grown-up dip.
Ricotta and roasted vegetable slice
Use a combination of ricotta and spreadable cream cheese. Note
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Mini savoury tarts
Whip up these mini savoury tarts the next time you have a crowd over. Give the filling a toss in a little salt and pepper, or add some bacon for extra flavour, if you like.
Lemon and raspberry cheesecake
Combine dissolved gelatine and cream cheese mixture at the same temperature to prevent lumps from forming in cheesecake. Note
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Bacon and vegetable loaf
Bacon and vegetable loaf
Hand-made gnocchi with butter and sage
Uncooked gnocchi suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note
Broccoli and pumpkin mornay
Panko are Japanese dried breadcrumbs, available from the Asian food aisle of supermarkets. Use packaged dried breadcrumbs; the colour and texture will vary. Note
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Strawberry lattice slice
Lattice Biscuits are no longer being made, but any plain un-iced biscuit can be used.
Caramelised beetroot, rocket and feta salad
You could use chopped unsalted peanuts instead of hazelnuts. Try goat cheese instead of feta, mixed salad instead of rocket. Price will vary. To slice onion very thinly, use a mandolin or V-shaped cutter. Note
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Tomato and goat’s cheese tarts
Makes 32 Note
Ham and cheese scroll
We used milk and water to to make the base, for a lighter result – all milk or all water can also be used. Milk is best for scones/scrolls. Note
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Pear and walnut pizza
If you prefer, you can, use mild pancetta or prosciutto, as well as mild creamy blue cheese in place of goat’s cheese. For a thinner crust, try mountain bread. Note
Cheese, ham and spinach impossible pie
This delicious savoury pie is extremely easy to make -simply mix all ingredients together and bake. It's great enjoyed fresh out of the oven with a side salad, or cut up and chilled for school or work lunches.
Spinach roulade
Folding in the egg whites will make sure this spinach roulade retains a light and fluffy consistency. The prosciutto and cream cheese provide a robust flavour and textural balance.
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Spinach, pumpkin and haloumi salad
Kumara could be used in place of pumpkin, if preferred. Note
Sultana bran muffins
Test muffins with a skewer – if it comes out clean and dry, they are cooked. These muffins are best served warm. Note
Chicken schnitzel wraps
If preferred, buy ready-prepared chicken schnitzel and cover, freeze and cook it as required. Note
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Picnic loaf
This colourful loaf is stuffed full of bright and healthy Mediterranean vegetables and makes a delicious change from the usual sandwiches.
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Baked lemon cheesecake
Allowing the cheesecake to cool in a turned-off oven helps prevent cracking. Note
Breakfast croissants
This light, flaky golden croissant is beautiful stuffed with fresh ham, eggs and oozy melted cheese to create the perfect lazy weekend breakfast or brunch.
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Chicken and eggplant parmigiana
A classic Australian pub dish, the combination of golden crumbed chicken, eggplant and oozy cheese is unbeatable for a delicious lunch or dinner.
Ricotta and bacon pasta bake
Add blanched broccoli florets, asparagus or corn kernels, if desired. Note
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Country egg and bacon pie
This cheat's version of a classic Aussie-style egg and bacon pie uses supermarket ingredients to create a quick and tasty family lunch or dinner.
Scalloped potatoes
A well-loved side dish for many years, this simple and classic scalloped potatoes dish by Women's Day is always met with claps and squeals of delight. The kids love it, too.
Zucchini and feta slice
Chopped capsicum, olives or spinach leaves can be added to the mixture. This versatile slice will keep in the fridge for up to four days, and it also freezes well. Note
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Blue cheese twists
A light, flaky treat that's perfect for party platters, a savoury afternoon tea, or just as a snack.
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Chunky ham and fig sandwiches
Spread bread with a little fig jam when fresh figs are not available. Note
Baked three cheese pasta
More than just fancy macaroni cheese, this baked three cheese pasta is cheesy, creamy and crunchy on top. Ok, maybe it is a fancy macaroni cheese, but it's a great one.
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Roast tomato and goat’s cheese tart
Roast tomato and goat's cheese tart
Pumpkin and pine nut penne
Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note
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Cheesy hot dog puffs
Having a gathering? Give the frozen party pies a miss and hand around a piping hot batch of these tasty, cheesy hot dog puffs. Snack food never tasted so good.
Creamy four-cheese penne
Warm, creamy and hearty, this tasty four-cheese penne dish is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for a family dinner on a cooler evening.
Croque madame
More than just a ham, egg and cheese toastie, the classic croque madame is perfect dish for brunch or supper, with a little bit of France in every bite.
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White chocolate and strawberry cheesecake
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!
Suppli al telefono
Suppli al telefono is a delicious snack from Italy originally named for the melted mozzarella "strings" that resemble telephone wires when one of these croquettes is split open and slowly pulled apart.
Brie and quince matchsticks
Sticky, gooey, sweet and astringent in all the right measures, these baked brie and quince matchsticks are made from light, flaky puff-pastry. Fabulous finger food for a party.
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Camembert fondue
If you're a fan of the classic Swiss style of serving cheese, this camembert fondue ticks all the boxes. Enjoy plunging crispy slices of toasted baguette into this creamy, oozy disc of deliciousness.
Tomato and rocket bruschetta
This tomato and rocket bruschetta would make a lovely fresh starter to your next summer barbecue. For a variation, replace the dill with basil and add a little garlic.
White chocolate, Irish cream and berry trifle
Topped with strawberries, raspberries and white chocolate curls, this Irish cream and berry trifle is a triumph. Creamy, fruity and spiked with alcohol, it's a celebration in a dish.
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Cucumber and fetta salad with za’atar
Za'atar is a Middle Eastern spice blend typically including roasted sesame seeds, thyme and sumac, although its exact combination varies according to its maker. It is delightfully tart and fragrant, and adds a unique flavour and kick to many dishes.
White chocolate and raspberry cheesecake
Brew a cup of good coffee, or warm up the teapot, and sit back with a slice of this fabulous white chocolate and raspberry baked cheesecake for an afternoon tea to savour.
Malted milkshake cheesecakes
If the feeling of being torn between having a either malted milkshake or a cheesecake is familiar to you, fret no more. These delectable little glasses of heaven are the answer to your dilemma. You're welcome.
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Turkish bread vegetable pizza
Take a different approach to making pizza with this Turkish bread vegetable pizza recipe. Loaded with healthy vegies, and quick to make, it makes a fab mid-week dinner.
Bacon and corn pizza
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.
Meat lover’s pizza
Both, sopressa and chorizo can be quite spicy. Taste the different varieties on offer at the delicatessen before making this meat lover's pizza.
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crusty cheese and mustard dampers
These crusty cheese and mustard dampers are best served piping hot, straight from the oven. They are the perfect on their own or alongside a steaming bowl of hot soup and will fill your kitchen with the most delicious aroma.
Spinach, herb & ricotta free-form pies
Forget about perfect presentation with these tasty little spinach and ricotta free-form pies because rustic is the order of the day. Dispense with cutlery and enjoy them hot from the oven, or cold as part of your next picnic.
Grilled figs with ricotta and honeycomb on toasted fruit bread
Honeycomb is the structure made of beeswax that houses the honey; this edible chewy comb, saturated with honey, is absolutely delicious and available in health food stores and some supermarkets.
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Beef casserole with cheesy herb dumplings
Stay cosy indoors this weekend with this hearty, slow-cooked beef casserole topped with dumplings. A side order of mash and greens completes the meal.
Vegetable and haloumi skewers
Haloumi cheese is a semi-soft cheese from Cyprus that is simply perfect for grilling. The kids will love these vegetable and haloumi skewers, and the grownups can enjoy them with the zingy harissa and lemon mayo.
Chicken nachos
If you're looking for something quick, easy and satisfying next time you're feeding a crowd, then this chicken nachos recipe is just the ticket. This beloved and popular Tex-Mex dish is a guaranteed winner.
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Vegetable and feta frittatas
If you want to serve up a healthy lunch with lots of protein and vegetables, these little vegetable and feta frittata are the way to go. They're also great as after-school snacks, and make a fab packed lunch.
Spinach, rocket & pea soup with brie croûtes
This deliciously green soup is full of complex flavours, the sweetness of green peas, peppery rocket and the iron-green of spinach, all topped off with mustardy grilled brie croûtes.
Beef, white bean and zucchini pizza
With a thin base and thin slices of zucchini, this is a crunchy pizza that combines simple yet stunning flavours for an easy and delicious meal.
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Meat-lovers’ scrolls
If you can’t find sausage mince, buy the same weight in sausages and squeeze the mince from the sausage skins. Note
Dark chocolate and peppermint cheesecake
Channeling the flavours of everyone's favourite childhood biscuit, this dark chocolate and peppermint cheesecake is wonderfully sweet, creamy and decadent, with just the right amount of minty zing.
Apple and brie tart
You could serve this tart as a cheese course in a menu, or make a lunch or brunch out of it by serving it with a bitter leaf salad.
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Baked beans, pesto and smoked cheddar jaffle
Try these cheesy baked bean toasted sandwiches for a delicious, quick lunch or snack. If you don't like smoked cheese, just use ordinary cheddar, or whichever hard cheese you prefer.
Caramelised onion & goat’s cheese quiches
These exquisite quiches are great for picnics, platters or simply as a snack.
Vanilla cheesecakes with poached rhubarb
The contrast between sweet rhubarb and creamy vanilla cheesecake filling is divine in these impressive desserts.
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Prosciutto, pumpkin and sage cannelloni
Prosciutto, pumpkin and sage are a heavenly trio in this delicious, comforting dish.
Roasted vegetable and mascarpone terrine
Wrapped in crisp prosciutto, this creamy vegetable terrine would make a delicious side dish or lunch served with salad.
Cheddar with spiced pear paste
For this easy platter, use your favourite cheddar; we like a sharp-tasting aged cheese.
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Tomato, leek and marinated feta tartlets
Puff pastry squares make a light, tasty and adorable case for these delicious and fresh tomato, leek and feta tartlets.
Pumpkin and feta pizza
Incredibly quick and easy to make, these pumpkin and feta pizzas are a great option for a fast mid-week dinner.
Cauliflower cheese with crunchy topping
The ultimate comfort food, this cauliflower cheese has a crunchy cheese and herb topping.
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Ham, sage and fontina pizza
This tasty pizza is ready within minutes and perfect for the whole family.
Garlic toast with feta and olive dip
Perfect as part of a spread of shared starters or just as a snack, this garlic toast with feta and olive dip is also quick and easy to make.
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Cheesy pumpkin polenta
Be careful when taking the pumpkin out of the microwave as the bowl will be very hot. Note
Easy mushroom tart
A dish that looks wonderful doesn't need to be difficult, as is shown by this mushroom tart recipe.
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Pappardelle with silverbeet, goat cheese, chilli and lemon
Pappardelle with silver beet, goat's cheese, chilli and lemon
Tomato and ricotta tortellini with basil
This dish was on the first menu at our restaurant Hugo's, at Bondi, and it actually stayed on the menu for years, as it turned out to be one of our best-sellers. It's a recipe that goes to prove that good food does not have to cost an arm or a leg.
Tomato, pesto and bocconcini pizza
Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note
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Spinach and cheese quesadillas
Quesadillas can be cooked in a heated sandwich press, just make sure you gently wrap the quesadilla in baking paper before pressing, to stop the filling from burning the press.
Potato and goat cheese puffs
These potato and goat cheese puffs will make a moreish and tasty addition to your next dinner party hors-d'oeuvre selection. To save on time, make them in advance and cook just before serving.
Haloumi and allspice lamb kebabs
You need to soak eight bamboo skewers in cold water for at least an hour before use to prevent them from splintering or burning during cooking. Note
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Vegetable tarts
Tarts can be prepared a day ahead and kept, covered, in the refrigerator. Reheat just before serving or serve chilled if preferred. Note
