Lemon

Create your own apricot and vanilla jam for your family and friends.

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.

This ginger cheesecake tastes as absolutely delectable as it looks with fresh slices of juicy mango adorning the top.

For that party, barbecue or family get-together, it's tempting to just scoop up a selection of dips from the supermarket. Make your own, however, and you'll save money, know exactly what has gone into the food, plus most homemade dips, like this one, are ridiculously quick and easy to make.

Full of texture and delicious savoury flavours, this divine artichoke, almond and olive sauce is beautiful tossed through al dente pappardelle.

Perfect for those hot summer days by the water, prepare this glorious cold seafood platter for your family and friends. Prawns, salmon and Balmain bugs are wonderful accompanied by a zesty herb yoghurt and a squeeze of lemon.

Rolling the chilled dough between floured sheets of baking paper ensures it won’t stick to the bench or rolling pin.

Make sure your fillings are well seasoned and your buns are fresh!

Give your taste buds a Mediterranean trip with this delicious seafood meal,enriched with hearty vegetables and flavoursome herbs.

Take these beautifully tender lamb racks to another level, with the uplifting combination of lemon and garlic and served alongside an abundance of roasted vegetables.

This versatile zesty spread can form the base of an amazing dessert pie or tart, serve as a substitute for jam on afternoon tea scones, or even coat your morning toast.

Laced with goodness, there's always reason to whip up this effortless and tasty accompaniment for any meal or occasion.

Relive your grandma's classic with the addition of Italian pannettone. Zesty and sweet, this creamy dessert is simple but sure to please.

Cook up this marriage made in heaven, with firm, fleshy snapper served on spinach and drizzled with a zesty lemon, raisin and nut dressing.

This salad mixes the salty and zesty flavours of proscuitto and lemon juice with creamy feta, fresh greens and crunchy croutes.

No one will know this succulent chicken dish took just 30 minutes to make. With tangy sumac, roasted tomatoes and a cheesy polenta puree this will soon become a favourite.

This vegetarian Middle Eastern dish takes just 10 minutes to create but is packed full of flavour.

This aromatic and easy to prepare classic thai stir-fry is able to tingle the senses at any lunch or dinner time.

This quick and fresh seasoned beef salad packs a punch courtesy of spinach and herbs blended with mustard and a lemon zing. Perfect to enjoy barbecued or grilled during summer.

This Mediterranean salad is jam-packed full of protein, with tender slices of lamb complimenting the crumbly feta, juicy tomatoes and couscous.

Stuffed with a fragrant pine nut filling, this whole crispy snapper is grilled to perfection and served with freshly squeezed lemon wedges.

A kick of ginger adds a spicy note to a favourite lemon and meringue combination.

Indulge in tangy lemon and fluffy meringue on a buttery, biscuity base for a deliciously zesty sweet treat.

Perfect for a warm Summer evening, these delicious fresh prawn and mango cocktails are wonderful drizzled with a zesty homemade dressing and a cold glass of white wine.

This beautiful asparagus and lemon risotto is simmered in white wine and garlic to create the creamiest, most flavoursome rice dish. Served with a piece of crispy-skin salmon, this makes a perfect dinner.

Prepare this zesty homemade lemon and lime marmalade for your family and friends. This fruity, tart spread is perfect on toast for breakfast.

The perfect side for Summer dinner parties by the water - this creamy prawn dip is wonderfully spicy and delicious served with crispy pita bread and nibbles.

Easy to freeze and defrost when you please!

Choose thick-skinned lemons because they are sturdier. Serve sorbet in glasses or gelato cups. Before freezing, cut base off lemon shells so they sit flat for serving. Note

Use 8 large English spinach leaves in place of silverbeet. Note

WINE MATCH: Try the new 2010 Jacob’s Creek Moscato ($15) – the low alcohol content and perfumed nose make it a winner with this summery dessert. If you’re looking for something a little more exotic, try the 2009 Dopff au Moulin Gewurztraminer ($18), which is floral and gently spiced. Note

Easter feast! Save room for this tempting celebratory spread. Stain eggs with a delicate pattern by soaking them in tea.

Jazz up your next big breakfast with the eye-opening flavours of lemon and chilli.

Ginger and mint are a classic combo. Pair them with honey and soda water for a sensational drink.

This jelly should have distinct layers. The clear lemon jelly contrasts with the spongy honeycomb base. Don’t worry if the mixture curdles – it’s meant to. Note

For a clearer result, the syrup is made with pure icing sugar, not icing sugar mixture, which contains cornflour. Note

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

You'd be amazed at how well aromatic herbs complement the sweet, borderline tart, flavour of fresh strawberries. All supported by a delicate creamy panna cotta.

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

Marinated uncooked veal suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Un-iced cakes can be frozen for up to 2 months. Not suitable to microwave. Cakes can be made up to two days ahead; store in an airtight container. Ice up to one day ahead. Note

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. This salad, without the dressing, can be made several hours ahead and refrigerated, covered. Note

There's no need to wait for a family gathering or until you get a group of friends together before you can enjoy a roast meal. Sit down together to our roast chicken for two and enjoy!

A simple recipe for a classic spread, a jar of lemon curd is always a welcome sight in the fridge.

Recipe can be prepared several hours ahead. Reheat the fruit in the syrup before serving. Note

We used a plan case from the baking aisle; you can use a frozen (thawed) flan case instead. Pie is best on day of baking. Ensure sugar is dissolved in egg white. Note

This lemon meringue pie has the more simple biscuit base, rather than the classic pastry. The tart, citrusy filling topped with lightly baked meringue is true to tradition.

When you have extra lemons, freeze juice in ice-cube trays for later use. You’ll need about 4 lemons. Note

Add some spice to your life with this enticing, quick seafood dish that packs on the flavour but not the calories.

Test by spooning 1 teaspoon of marmalade onto a cold plate. Push with your fingertip and if it wrinkles it is ready. If not, continue boiling until setting point is reached. Alternatively, if setting is taking too long, it may be that the fruit is slightly over or under- ripe, affecting the amount of pectin […]

Madeira cake was named after the beverage with which it was traditionally enjoyed back in the 18th century and are loathe to mess with tradition. So, bottoms up!

Allowing the cheesecake to cool in a turned-off oven helps prevent cracking. Note

Drizzled with sweet, lemony icing, this gluten-free cake is moist and delicious. It's also incredibly versatile; check out the tips section for the nut-free version.

If preferred, you can replace lemon with orange or lime. Note

Sticky and sweet with just a whisper of tartness, a good old-fashioned lemon meringue pie is always greeted with murmurs of appreciation. This one is no different.

Rigani is a dried Greek oregano, often sold in dried bunches, which the leaves crumble off easily. It is available from delicatessens or greengrocers. If it’s hard to find, use dried oregano leaves instead. You can also roast the lamb in a 220ºC/425ºF oven for 35 minutes. Note

If you prefer, substitute 8 chicken legs or 4 chicken marylands for thigh cutlets. Smoked spanish paprika, also known as pimiento, gives this dish its characteristic Spanish flavour. Note

The cooking time of perch depends on the thickness of the fillet. Note

Sweet, rich and creamy with just the right amount of zest, this cheesecake filling sits atop a crumbly biscuit base for the perfect pairing of textures.

Yabbies are an Australian bush tucker classic. Treat your guests with these fantastic seafood nibbles at your next dinner party. As with any seafood dish, the key to great flavour is fresh ingredients.

Forget about faffing around with collars and a bain-marie. These tangy little lemon soufflés are easy to make and simply divine. If you're in a particularly indulgent mood, a dollop of double cream won't hurt.

We have many things to thank the Greeks for, baklava is but one of them. These cigar shaped treats drenched in syrup go perfectly with a steaming hot cup of espresso.

This bright and zesty salad will tickle your taste buds. Smoked chicken and asparagus salad with a buttermilk dressing makes a great lunch or light dinner.

This lemon curd crepe cake is a deliciously sophisticated version of pancakes with lemon and sugar. Be sure to cook the curd gently over simmering water, and don't let the bowl touch the base of the pan.

Thrill your family and friends this weekend with stacks of these delectable buttermilk pancakes with raspberry butter. The buttermilk adds tenderness and lightness to the batter and results in deliciously soft texture.

These lemon tartlets have just the right amount of sweetness and tartness. Using ready made pastry means that they are easy to prepare and perfect for fussy cooks who are short on time.

You'll know when this lemon and passionfruit marmalade is ready, because when you put a teaspoonful on a very cold plate (put it in the freezer for a few minutes) it will set, or 'jell'. Further boiling will make it thicker.

Easy and inexpensive to make, and terrific for a crowd. Tender apples and cream cheese on a crumble base, all topped with cream and cinnamon, delicious.

One of the true classics from cocktail history, a Tom Collins is a gin based cocktail spiked with lemon, sweetened with sugar and finished off with a maraschino cherry.

Stir-fried asian greens make a healthy accompaniment to meat dishes such as in this tasty veal stir-fry.

Marshmallows are best eaten on the day they are made when they are at their softest. Note

Served with coriander couscous, this speedy Moroccan dish will be devoured by the whole family.

These popular French cakes are light, fluffy and delicious served with a dollop of yoghurt on the side.