Less than 30 minutes

A rich and flavoursome canape.

For a quick and easy chocolate sauce, melt 1/2 cup cream with 1/3 cup chocolate pieces in a small saucepan, stirring well. Note

Be careful not to overcook your risotto rice – the grains should be al dente.

Rich, opulent European dishes put an international spin on any occasion. This platter works as an entree, paired with hearty breads.

This recipe works just as well as part of a hearty breakfast or lunch.

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

This may look complicated, but it’s really easy to make. It looks stunning, and best of all, it can be made in advance and frozen until it’s ready to serve. Try different combinations of fillings, such as fresh berries and whipped cream, or replace the coffee with cocoa and use orange zest or almonds too. […]

Wholemeal pasta is high in fibre so you’ll likely eat less of it and feel full for longer.

Become acquainted with these tasty and versatile staples

The kids will love creating their very own marshmallows for dessert.

Step away from the ready-made packet variety and whip up a fresh batch in your own kitchen.

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

Serve this slice with coffee after your main, or save for morning tea.

Tangy mayo adds a refreshing zing to these quick and easy fish burgers.

Keep the barbecue ablaze and serve up this warming midday meal – a perfect way to wind up to the colder weather.

500g frozen spinach, thawed and drained, can be used in place of fresh. Be sure to press out all liquid. Note

The cooking time will vary depending on the thickness of the fish. When it is ready, the flesh will be opaque and flake easily. Don’t overcook fish, or it will dry out and lose its lovely natural sweetness. Note

For flavour, add a strip of orange peel or use dried fruit and let it infuse and swell in the syrup.

I know it’s not the old-fashioned way of making jam, but it is fool proof and sometimes you just need to know it’s going to work and set perfectly. You can use either fresh berries (blackberries, raspberries, strawberries and blueberries) but also thawed frozen berries. I used half and half. The little knob of butter […]

For lunchboxes or dessert, this biscuit recipe is wonderfully versatile.

When time is limited, make your baking work for you. These recipes will take you from afternoon tea to dessert!

Kumara hold more moisture than potato, so I season them and bake whole in the oven, before peeling the skin and smashing the flesh. Doing this dries them out a bit more so you’ll have gorgeous fluffy mash. Note

You could use most stone fruit for these wonderful turnovers, but nothing quite gives the intensity of colour like the humble plum. Serve piping hot, with ice-cream.

Rotate baking trays halfway through baking time. Note

Thai basil can be replaced with regular basil if you prefer. Add beansprouts for crunch. Note

Pepitas, oats and coconut add plenty of nutty, crunchy fibre to this fruity muesli slice. A great lunch-box addition, especially as this recipe nut-free.

The popular superfood quinoa dives in to save lunch yet again with this Italian style salad. Filled with tomatoes, capsicum, boccincini and a zesty dressing your taste buds and stomach will be thanking you.

Add some spice to your classic burger with these lamb mince patties, filled with chilli-paste, garlic, and topped off with some Greek-style yoghurt.

Suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Meatballs suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Recreate this popular Asian starter at home using your own fresh ingredients. It's a fun way to get the whole family involved in the kitchen this weekend.

Substitute dates for apricots, and vanilla essence for lemon rind, if desired. Note

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

Milk-soaked breadcrumbs might seem unorthodox, but they'll give these beef rissoles by Australian Table a softer texture. Serve with steamed potatoes and greens for a complete meal.

If you like sweet treats but are keeping an eye on your weight, don’t fill the biscuits simply dust them lightly with icing sugar. If served individually, this will yield 16 biscuits. Note

Looking for a quick and healthy dinner idea? This silverbeet and cheese frittata makes a light and tasty weeknight dish.

Tuna mornay recipes are always a handy go-to when you need something quick and simple that has broad appeal.

For juicy, tender veal, cook it until still a little pink. Cuts as thin as scaloppine are easy to overcook to the point of becoming rubbery, so cook the meat quickly in a very hot pan so it browns but doesn’t stew. Only return veal to the pan when the sauce has been sufficiently reduced. […]

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. When cooking cauliflower, a light-handed treatment is best. It contains sulphur compounds similar to that of cabbage, which break down as they cook, releasing an odour that strengthens the longer they are cooked. Note

Not suitable to freeze. Cauliflower suitable to microwave. Note

Not suitable to freeze. Suitable to microwave. Note

Salmon can be poached several hours ahead, but white fish is best poached just before serving. Note

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. You could use 8 fresh plums in place of the peaches, if preferred. You can use the remaining syrup as a base for summer drinks or punches, or reuse it to poach more fruit. Note

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

This quick stir-fry is all about the heat and the crunch. Accompanied with steamed rice, this recipe is an ideal mid-week dinner plan.

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

A simple and healthy breakfast for when you've got a little more time to spend cooking.

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

Not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

The jelly can be made up to two days ahead of serving. Note

You will need about five blood oranges for the juice. Syrup suitable to microwave. Note

Suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Uncooked marinated octopus suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. You could also use baby octopus. Rigani is Greek oregano, available at some delicatessens or spice stores. If it’s unavailable, substitute dried oregano. Note

Not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

This Chinese classic is fresh and delicious. And it's easier to make than you think.

1 barbecued chicken will yield 3 cups (480g) shredded meat. You could use poached or pan-fried chicken breasts or thighs, if preferred. Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

Chilli con carne mixture suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

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

Sauce suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Ice-cream can be made several days ahead. Apricot mixture can be made a day ahead. Suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

Wake up to feta-spiked omelettes.

Not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

You will need a large barbecued chicken for this recipe. Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note