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Easter egg cake pops

Easter egg cake pops

Brighten up the family Easter celebration and engage the kids with these zesty, creative lollipop-style cakes.
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Little Christmas puddings

Little Christmas puddings

These little Christmas puddings, all figgy and fruity and dark with Guinness, make for a sophisticated festive pudding.
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Tuna salad sushi bowl

Tuna salad sushi bowl

Love sushi but hate the roll? Save time tonight with this quick and delicious tuna salad sushi bowl!
Microwave Christmas pudding

Microwave Christmas pudding

If you think you've left it too late to make your own Christmas pudding, you're wrong! This microwave recipe takes less than an hour and the results are spectacular.
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Cauliflower with garlic, chilli and anchovies

Cauliflower with garlic, chilli and anchovies

Not suitable to freeze. Cauliflower suitable to microwave. Note
chilli con carne

Chilli con carne

Chilli con carne mixture suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note
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Broccoli and Pumpkin Mornay

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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No-bake chocolate cheesecake

No-bake chocolate cheesecake

Is there anything better than a scrumptious chocolate cheesecake covered in fresh berries? The same cheesecake with no baking required is definitely one step better.
Warm potato and kumara salad

Warm potato and kumara salad

Potato salad has sure come a long way since the mayonnaise drenched versions. The addition of kumara adds a sweetness of flavour and a smoothness of texture. And not a jar of mayonnaise to be seen.
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thai chicken noodle soup

Thai chicken noodle soup

This Thai chicken noodle soup is full of all those lovely and distinctive Asian flavours and will not fail to please. Best of all, you can be enjoying a steaming bowl in under 15 minutes. What's not to love?
Chicken nachos

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.
MASHED POTATOES

Mashed potatoes

Simple, perfectly creamy mashed potato is the ultimate comfort food. Serve alongside just about anything.
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beef with red wine and kumara mash

Beef with red wine and kumara mash

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.
Tuna with olive and tomato butter, white bean mash and cavalo nero

Tuna with olive and tomato butter, white bean mash and cavalo nero

Not suitable to freeze. Cavalo nero suitable to microwave. This recipe is also delicious with white fish, chicken breast or thin steaks. You can use black or green tapenade or substitute good quality basil or rocket pesto. Cavalo nero doesn’t lose volume like spinach or silverbeet, though either of these can be substituted if cavalo […]
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VEAL NAPOLITANA

Veal napolitana

Cavolo nero is also called tuscan cabbage. It has long, narrow, wrinkled leaves and a rich and astringent, mild cabbage flavour. It doesn’t lose its volume like silver beet or spinach when cooked. We used one bunch. Note
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tofu and bok choy rice paper rolls

Tofu and bok choy rice paper rolls

Tofu is a great and healthy meat alternative. It is especially good for soaking up flavours like those in the sauces and dips which often accompany Asian finger foods.
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potato and bacon frittata

Potato and bacon frittata

Frittata tastes great hot, cold or at room temperature; it’s perfect at breakfast time or for lunch and is a hit with kids and adults alike. For a splash of colour and extra flavour, cut up some fresh parsley, basil or chives (or a combination of all three) to sprinkle on top. Note
tandoori chicken, spinach and mint with spiced yoghurt

Tandoori chicken, spinach and mint with spiced yoghurt

For a more intense flavour, marinate the chicken for 3 hours or overnight. Any leftover chicken, salad and yoghurt can be refrigerated separately then served in a wrap or tortilla the next day. We used large plain pappadums here, but there are many sizes and flavour combinations to choose from. Note
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apple with rice cereal

Apple with rice cereal

After microwaving food for children, it is very important to thoroughly stir it to distribute the heat evenly. Then, you should ALWAYS test the temperature against your skin (dip in a clean finger, or place a small quantity of food on your lower lip). ­It should feel warm, not hot. Note
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celeriac mash

Celeriac mash

Creamy and delicious, when it comes to side dishes this celeriac mash is a star.
doughnut stack

Doughnut stack

This fun and pretty cake is extremely easy to make and tastes absolutely divine. The kid's will love the look and taste of their doughnut stack birthday cake.
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asparagus, tomato & goats cheese tarts

Asparagus, tomato and goat’s cheese tarts

You can use feta cheese in place of goat’s cheese. Make pastry cases a week ahead; store in an airtight container. Prepare asparagus and tomatoes 8 hours ahead for asparagus mixture; cover, refrigerate separately. Assemble tarts just before serving. Note
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Spiced apricot and chicken tagine

Spiced apricot and chicken tagine

Interestingly enough, due to its shape, a tagine actually cooks by steaming, just like your microwave oven. Serve the tagine with steamed couscous with plumped raisins and finely chopped fresh coriander tossed into it.
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Five-coloured salad

Five-coloured salad

The salad and dressing can be prepared ahead and refrigerated separately. Combine just before serving Note
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chicken, preserved lemon and green bean salad

Chicken, preserved lemon and green bean salad

Preserved lemons, a dominant ingredient in North African cooking, are salted lemons bottled for several months; the flavour is distinctively perfumed. To use, rinse well and discard flesh, using rind only. You need to purchase a large barbecued chicken for this recipe. Note
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Chicken minestrone

Chicken minestrone

There are as many versions of minestrone as there are regions in Italy, but this version simplifies the process with no loss of goodness or flavour.
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cheesy-vegie pasta bake

Cheesy-vegie pasta bake

This is a clever way to make sure your kids get their vegies. You could also use other vegetables in here too ­ try grated carrot, zucchini or capsicum. Note
tuna niçoise tarts

Tuna niçoise tarts

Use sashimi quality tuna; the loin is the best cut for this recipe. A non-stick pan is best to use for cooking the tuna. Don’t overcook the tuna, it should be rare. Make-ahead tips 8 hours Make filling; cover, refrigerate. Note
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DIY Easter eggs

DIY Easter eggs

This is a great activity to do with the kids, as well as a gorgeous treat to make for them. Delight family and friends with these DIY Easter eggs.
ORANGE AND RASPBERRY SELF-SAUCING PUDDING

Orange and raspberry self-saucing pudding

If cooking in a conventional oven, grease 1.5-litre (6-cup) ovenproof dish. Bake, uncovered, in moderately hot oven about 20 minutes. This recipe is best made close to serving. This quick and easy version of the classic recipe does not require pots or pans, so it’s the perfect dessert for pudding lovers with no time to […]
MICROWAVE CHOCOLATE HAZELNUT CAKE

Microwave chocolate hazelnut cake

A moist and delicious microwavable cake that tastes every bit as good as an oven baked one. This cake is best made on the day of serving, which is fine because it's just so easy! You're welcome.
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crunchy asian rice salad

Crunchy asian rice salad

sesame dressing Perilla leaves, also known as shiso leaves, belong to the mint family and are available in green and purple-red varieties from Asian grocers. Use the leaves whole or shredded, as an ingredient or a condiment. You can use mint leaves instead. Note
Photography: Louis Lister and Brett Stevens. Stylists: Yael Grinham and Michelle Noerianto

Ultimate trifle

This is the trifle to end all trifles, the recipe for the ultimate trifle. Sponge fingers, liqueur, raspberries, strawberries and a liqueur spiked mascarpone cream. Delicious.
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Agnolotti in sage and pumpkin puree

Agnolotti in sage and pumpkin puree

Similar to ravioli, agnolotti are tiny pillows of pasta stuffed with one of any manner of different fillings. You can buy these already made, sold in cryovac packages, in the refrigerated section of your supermarket or fresh from specialty pasta makers. Note
chicken and pumpkin pasta bake

Chicken and pumpkin pasta bake

Pick up a cooked chicken on your way home from work and you can have this delicious and hearty meal on the table soon after you walk in the front door.
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farfalle with ricotta and peas

Farfalle with ricotta and peas

Also known as ‘bow-tie’ pasta, farfalle is good for this dish. The crinkles of each piece enfold the ricotta and peas for maximum deliciousness. However, you can replace the farfalle with penne or small shells if you want. Note