Beef

This quick and easy take on a traditional Japanese dish, makes a perfect mid-week dinner.

Recipe can made a day ahead; store, covered, in the refrigerator this allows the flavours to develop overnight. Note

Broccolini is milder and sweeter than traditional broccoli and it is edible from flower to stem. When buying broccolini look for shiny stems with dark green buds and leaves. Note

Kecap manis is a dark brown, thick and sweet indonesian soy sauce. It usually contains star anise, garlic and palm sugar, giving it a sharp, complex flavour. Find it at supermarkets and Asian food shops. Note

Steak, bacon and mushrooms - the holy trinity of the culinary world join together in this whopper of a recipe that's all about the meat.

Perfect as an after-school snack, or to meet those bottomless appetites during the school holidays.

A hearty family classic makes a great meal on cold nights.

This beef and noodle stir fry is delicious and can be on the table in just over 30 minutes. Serve with lime cheeks and a bowl of thinly sliced red thai chilli so the family can adjust the heat according to individual taste.

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.

This hearty bolognese cannelloni will have the entire family running to the dinner table. It is comfort food at its best and tastes just as good the next day. Enjoy with a side salad and a glass of red.

This steak sandwich with tomato and avocado salsa served on fresh Turkish pide is sure to satisfy the biggest of appetites. Experiment with adding a touch of chilli to the salsa for an extra kick.

Both the kids and adults will love these beef fajitas packed with tender slices of beef, grilled capsicum, salsa and iceberg lettuce. Enjoy assembling them at the dinner table.

Everybody loves a bagel. For this recipe, we've included pastrami, capsicum and onion jam, but don't stop there; try smoked salmon, cream cheese and capers, or chicken and avocado for an equally delicious lunch.

Small baked pies filled with a rich beef stew infused with the deep and dark flavours of stout beer.

Perhaps the most famous of Russian soups, borscht can be served in a variety of ways. When the Ukraine was the beet-growing centre of the Russias in centuries past, this soup became a traditional part of the region's daily diet.

The Thai name for this crying tiger dish is 'seua rong hai'. It translates to ‘crying tiger’, as the dipping sauce is supposed to bring tears to your eyes. But don’t be nervous! It's actually not that hot.

Rare, grilled steak with sichuan pepper is gorgeous served with a spicy mushroom, fennel and onion salad. A light, savoury and satisfying meal.

Surf and turf is a hearty combination of the jewels of both land and sea. Not for vegetarians, this version combines marinara mix (ask your fishmonger to put it together for you) with a juicy steak. The result is divine.

This lean and tender baked eye fillet will literally melt in your mouth, while the herbs and spices that make up chermoulla are busy having a party there.

Full of flavour and a hint of spice, these beef empanadas are the ultimate snack or party food. Share them around the next time you entertain family and friends.

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.

This is a lovely one-pot set and forget meal that will taste even better then next day. Serve on a cold winter's evening with creamy mash and a lovely glass or two of red.

There is nothing quite like the aroma of this beef and vegetable curry simmering on the stove, except perhaps the satisfaction of having made it yourself from scratch.

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.

The use of scotch fillet steak means that this beef and zucchini curry will be ready in no time. Sprinkle some crushed peanuts on top, together with a generous squeeze of lime and serve with jasmine rice.

This tender, aromatic beef in an Asian broth can be on your dinner table in under half an hour and is packed full of goodness and flavour that the family will love. It's a tasty and easy mid-week meal.

This sweet and fragrant Thai beef and coconut curry is spicy without being too hot, with tender morsels of beef and vegetables in a rich, creamy curry sauce.

Beef vindaloo is a classic curry most famous in India's Goa region. Not for the faint hearted, the chilli packs a particularly spicy punch. To balance the dish, serve with a side of riata and an ice cold beer.

Beef carpaccio is a fantastic appetiser to serve when entertaining guests. Buy the best quality beef you can afford for a luxury, melt in the mouth texture and flavour.

Everyone loves a burger and with this version you'll be fighting them off. They're packed with flavour and they beat the local takeaway hands down.

Sure it's convenient to buy liquid or cubed beef stock from the supermarket, but nothing quite beats the natural goodness and flavour of the home made version. Freeze in convenient batches to use in sauces and gravies.

This herbed beef fillet is exceedingly good. We've cooked it to a rare finish in this recipe. Whichever way you decide cook it, remember to rest it for at least 10 minutes to get the most out of this delicious cut of meat.

For a hearty healthy meal, try these fillet steaks with caramelised shallots and creamy mashed potatoes. For the very best mash, use lasoda, nicola or sebago potatoes.

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.

Go upmarket with these juicy steak and aioli sandwiches, served on crusty grilled ciabatta with perfectly seasoned grilled tomatoes. Serve it with plenty of salad and you'll have a perfectly balanced and delicious meal.

Keema is minced meat, usually beef or lamb, and is what is used for samosas. Our subtle yet fragrant version is fairly thick, more like a bolognese sauce than a wet curry, and can also be served as a filling rolled in a wrap.

The secret to our delicious lasagne is the pork and veal mince in the meat sauce, which gives it a balanced and rich flavour. The ricotta in our white sauce gives it an extra creaminess and lusciousness without the guilt.

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.

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.

If you can’t find sausage mince, buy the same weight in sausages and squeeze the mince from the sausage skins. Note

Beef fillet is a beautiful, premium cut of meat. This dish can be created successfully with a boneless mini lamb roast or lamb rump. It's all cooked in the one baking dish, minimising the washing-up, and is so easy it could be delegated to anyone in the family.

Beef kway teow is an easy, speedy noodle dish that makes a great change from midweek takeaways. Experiment with different vegetables like baby corn or julienned carrot to get to your five-a-day target.

A light and sweet Thai-style beef curry with tender chunks of beef cooked in a tamarind, lime and chilli spiced coconut curry. Serve on a bed of steamed rice to soak up all the delicious sauce.

Recipe can be made a day ahead and refrigerated, covered. Note

Not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Tender slices of beef carpaccio match perfectly with a fragrant green papaya salad.

This five-star main course will wow any guests you serve it to.

A fresh and fragrant Asian noodle stir-fry from Australian Women's Weekly.

Baked Middle Eastern meatballs in a homemade tomato sauce with spinach raita.

Deliciously saucy and packed full of authentic Asian flavours, these char siu and orange spiced beef ribs are perfect to serve your family or friends at a dinner party. Plus, they're made in the pressure-cooker to save you lots of time!

This fresh and fragrant Vietnamese beef salad is perfect for a light and low-carb lunch or dinner. For best results, marinate the beef for at least 30 minutes.

There is only one thing that needs to be said here - my mum makes the best spaghetti bolognese in the world! If there's a guaranteed go-to dinner that will please young and old, this is it.

This easy stir-fry makes for an speedy weekday meal.

These beef burgers with roast tomato and caramelised onion will quickly become a family favourite.

To make this mouth-watering recipe a light main course for two, serve it with steamed rice or noodles.

An Italian-style raw beef carpaccio with a fresh Thai basil salad.

Use light coconut cream for a lower-fat version. Note

This recipe can be frozen. Just complete the recipe to the end of step 2. Cool to room temperature. Spoon into freezer-proof containers, leaving a 2.5cm space to allow for expansion. Seal, label and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge. Reheat in a saucepan or microwave on medium power (50%) […]

A hearty and wholesome Asian-style omelette with stir-fried beef and mushroom.

A tender, sweet and smoky barbecued beef dish.

These tasty Asian beef rolls are our take of the Vietnamese bahn mi. Enjoy thinly sliced beef with fresh vegetables, chilli and herbs for a tasty lunchtime treat.

Ask the butcher to cut the beef shank into 6 equal pieces for you, or you could use 6 x 300g (10 ounce) pieces beef osso buco. Dry red wine can be used instead of port. serving suggestion Serve shanks with risotto, mashed potato or soft polenta. Note

Perfect beef and onion party pies for sharing with friends and family.

A hearty stew for cold winter nights.

The combination of tender herb-coated roast beef and creamy blue-cheese sauce is unbeatable. The perfect starter for a big dinner party!

Sweet and sticky Asian-style rolls with beef and asparagus from Australian Women's Weekly.

Just a few moments preparation in the morning and into the slow-cooker with this authentic and flavourful Mexican classic. Perfect for cold winter nights when something substantial is called for but you just don't have the time. Enjoy with rice and a glass of red.

Healthy and delicious Asian-style char-grilled steak with pesto.

Warm up on a cold winter's evening with this melt-in-your-mouth stew.

A healthy, sweet and delicious warm beef, orange and date salad from Australian Women's Weekly.

A slow cooked beef that will melt in your mouth in a rich and herbaceous coriander curry.

These mini beef wellingtons will be loved by both kids and adults. Great as a snack or with salad for a light meal.

Italian-style burgers with a delicious homemade ripe tomato sauce from Australian Women's Weekly.

Serve these juicy beef skewers piping-hot with smooth hummus, tomato salad and warm pita bread.

A quick and easy beef stir-fry with black bean sauce from Australian Women's Weekly.

Rich and delicious main dish of beef fillet with garlic cream sauce, dinner doesn't get more mouthwatering than this!

It's easy to create this classic Mexican dish at home. Your family will love tucking into this warm, hearty meal.

This tasty ginger beef stir-fry sweetened with palm sugar and flavoured with those familiar Thai herbs and condiments can be on the table in a flash. That's tonight's dinner sorted. You're welcome.

Treat yourself to this tender, seared rib-eye steak with luscious grilled mediterranean vegetables.

Pouches can be prepared 3 hours ahead. Uncooked pouches suitable to freeze. Sweet chilli sauce can be prepared 2 days ahead. Store, covered, in refrigerator. Note

Suitable to freeze at the end of step 2. You may need to order beef cheeks in advance from the butcher. Note

Kids will love these mildly spiced beef and potato pastry puffs. Serve with a dollop of yoghurt and chutney.

Thai basil, also known as horapa, has a slight licorice or aniseed taste. It goes perfectly with this spicy beef noodle dish.

T-bone really is the king of steaks. This recipe brings out all the beautiful flavours of the beef with a zingy horseradish mascarpone dressing on the side.