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Beef and Crunchy Cabbage Salad

Beef and crunchy cabbage salad

With juicy sirloin steak sliced and shaken up with chinese cabbage, vegetables and a hot, fragrant sauce, this quick salad makes a statement.
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Sardine fritters

Sardine fritters

If you're looking to try something a little different, then give these fritters a go. They're made with good old-fashioned cans of sardines in oil and will on the table in 10 minutes flat! Also great as finger food at a party.
Maple-Glazed Chicken, Shallot and Kumara Skewers

Maple-glazed chicken, shallot and kumara skewers

Wow family and friends at your next summer dinner party with these chicken and sweet potato-like kumara skewers, brushed with a mix of sugary maple syrup. pungent mustard and sour cider vinegar. Round it out with a healthy spinach pecan salad.
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Chicken drumettes

Chicken drumettes

Tender, marinated, sticky barbecue chicken drumettes are the perfect finger food with which to entertain guests. Kids love them too!
Duck and mango salad

Duck and mango salad

The spices of chilli, ginger and cumin contrast against sweet mango in this fresh duck salad, perfect for lunch or a starter at a dinner party.
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avocado and crab rice-paper rolls

Avocado and crab rice-paper rolls

Fresh, light and packed full of goodness, these Vietnamese rice paper rolls are beautiful filled with tender crab meat and creamy avocado. Serve with a fragrant Asian soy-lime dipping sauce for a perfect Summer lunch.
Salt and Pepper Tofu with Chilli Lime Dressing

Salt and pepper tofu with chilli lime dressing

Enjoy this light and crispy vegetarian dish, embracing Asian flavours to bring a zesty twist on the Aussie classic. Salt and pepper spiced tofu is coated in a golden crust - beautiful when dipped in this fresh chilli lime dressing.
Baked Ricotta

Baked ricotta cheese

Baked ricotta cheese with fresh eggs is so simple! Delicious as a snack, part of a share plate or on its own.
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Prawn Rice Paper Rolls

Prawn rice paper rolls

Take your guests or family on a sensuous vietnamese journey by assembling these fresh and delicate prawn rice paper rolls.
Roman-style artichokes

Roman-style artichokes

Serve up this italian classic, featuring wholesome artichoke filled with herbs, anchovies, parmesan and breadcrumbs. Dress with a green salad drizzled with lemon and olive oil to make a complete side dish.
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PRAWN SAN CHOY BOW

Prawn san choy bow

Crunch through the cooling lettuce before enjoying the spicy prawns that are wrapped inside.
Ocean Trout and Avocado Tartare

Ocean trout and avocado tartare

There's no need to slave over a hot stove with this delectable starter. Smoked ocean trout melts in your mouth with zesty avocado, a treat no one will believe was so easy to make.
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Chicken and mango rice paper rolls

Chicken and mango rice paper rolls

Enjoy these light, refreshing chicken and mango rice paper rolls on a warm summer's afternoon. A Vietnamese classic, the rolls are wonderful served as finger food with a zesty chilli lime dipping sauce.
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CAULDRONETTES

Cauldronettes

These buttery pastry cases, filled with cheese and savoury ingredients, are perfect to pass around at kids parties - as well as hide vegetables.
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oysters with lime dressing

Oysters with lime dressing

Dress up these fresh oysters with a citrus zing and, for a real Thai flavour, an added chilli burst sure to have guests reaching for more.
Creamy garlic prawns and scallops

Creamy garlic prawns and scallops

These creamy garlic prawns and scallops are wonderfully fragrant and saucy, perfect served as an appetiser or main. Serve this delicious seafood dish with crusty bread and lemon wedges for a complete meal.
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Coconut prawns with two dipping sauces

Coconut prawns with two dipping sauces

Give these beautiful king prawns a touch of the caribbean - rolled in flaky coconut then fried to crispy perfection - before serving with either a zesty lemon, or spicy fish and lime sauce.
Salmon, Mixed Pea and Dill Salad

Salmon, mixed pea and dill salad

This zesty salad has all the greens you need with sweet, juicy chunks of salmon throughout. Whip up in 20 minutes and enjoy for lunch or a starter.
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Mushroom Cheese Puffs

Mushroom cheese puffs

What could be better than the Holy Trinity of savoury food: butter, garlic and cheese? Add in some mushroom and you'll find that just one is simply not enough.
Salmon pinwheels

Salmon pinwheels

There is no better match than cream cheese and soft smoked salmon. With dill, mint, capers and lemon juice you'll find you just can't stop eating these refreshing pinwheels.
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Middle Eastern-style pizza

Middle eastern-style pizza

Packed full of flavour and spice, this Middle Eastern style lamb pizza is perfect for wowing your guests. This dish is divine served topped with Greek yoghurt and sprinkled with fresh mint, parsley and sumac.
Chilled Spiced Carrot and Lime Soup

Chilled spiced carrot and lime soup

Who says soup is strictly a cold weather meal? This simple, spicy carrot and lime soup is served chilled, making it a perfect meal for a hot summer's day.
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Beans with tomato and oregano

Beans with tomato and oregano

This aromatic easy side dish will ignite the senses alongside many mains you might be considering for lunch or dinner. It's also an exciting way to tick off the daily vegetable intake.
prosciutto and pine nut arancini

Prosciutto and pine nut arancini

A traditional Italian starter, arancini are stuffed rice balls filled with tomato sauce and mozzarella, then coated with breadcrumbs and fried. We've added crispy prosciutto and pine nuts to add extra flavour and crunch.
Artichoke Pizza

Artichoke pizza

Enjoy the irresistible flavour combination of caramelised onions, fresh artichokes and creamy, crumbled goats cheese on this gorgeous pizza.
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Arancini

Arancini

A classic Italian starter - battered balls of creamy risotto, melted cheese and minced meat make the perfect finger food.
Sausage and mushroom pasties

Sausage and mushroom pasties

Don’t underestimate the simple sausage – with the right ingredients and know-how, you will impress even the harshest of critics.
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Cheese and Herb Souffle

Cheese and herb souffle

Give a savoury twist to the decadent French souffle. Oozing with melted parmesan and taleggio cheese this is yet another example of good French food.
Chilli Salt Squid

Chilli salt squid

This spicy seafood dish is perfect as a starter or tapas and will be done in under thirty minutes.
Crisp potato and peanut cakes

Crisp potato and peanut cakes

Create finger food that boasts a wow factor - combining starchy potato and sago with peanuts and fragrant spices to form these indian-inspired patties.
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Fish Kebabs (psari souvlaki)

Fish kebabs (psari souvlaki)

Let your barbecue send you to Greece with this fish-style souvlaki recipe. Popping with chunks of zucchini and capsicum these kebabs are best served with cooling tzatziki.
Thai fish cake sliders

Thai fish cake sliders

Buns, rolls, baps and sliders make a perfect vehicle for tasty fillings. Depending on the style of filling, they are ideal for any occasion, whether it’s a party, mid-week dinner or Sunday supper.
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Fresh Prawn Spring Rolls

Fresh prawn spring rolls

Simple and fresh, these prawn and vegetable spring rolls with soft vermicelli noodles will allow you to recreate a taste of Vietnam. Savour their fish and sweet citrus punch during the balmy Australian summer or as a lunch or dinner starter all year round.
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Minted pea soup

Minted pea soup

Enjoy eating your greens with a dollop of sour cream. This smooth soup is enriched with potatoes, peas, garlic and mint and is best served with a crusty piece of bread.
MIXED BEANS WITH ALMONDS

Mixed beans with almonds

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

Mulled wine spritzer

Boasting wine, fruit and spice, this refreshing chilled beverage is brimming with festive season cheer. It also pours well as a summer party pleaser.
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Olive oil pastires with cheeses and mint

Olive oil pastries with cheeses and mint

These tantalising pastries are encased with greek fetta and herbs to give a mediterranean flavour hit. Prepare in advance for easy to cook cocktail food or starters on any special occasion.
Rocket and Avocado Salad

Rocket and avocado salad

Give your day a power boost with the natural goodness of this rocket and avocado salad, drizzled with a creamy mayonnaise, lemon and anchovy dressing.
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Ham, spinach and jalapeno pizzas

Ham, spinach and jalapeno pizzas

Quick and easy, these pizzas are just the ticket for a lazy lunch or laidback dinner - just throw in a salad! A great way to use up leftover Christmas ham.
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Lemongrass prawn skewers

Lemongrass prawn skewers

Lime, coriander and lemongrass will send you on a Thai adventure with every tantalising bite. These seafood skewers are perfect for entertaining unless you want to save them all for yourself.
Lime and mint punch

Lime and mint punch

Combine zesty lime with rum and the distinct aroma of mint to create this knockout, refreshing punch.
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Smoked chicken canapes

Smoked chicken canapes

Serve your guests this delicious canape that takes just 15 minutes to make. Just drizzle cranberry sauce over juicy chicken strips and serve on a crisp lettuce leaf.
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Chicken Satay

Chicken satay

These quick chicken skewers will have everyone coming back for more with a smooth satay sauce. Serve with a fresh salad and you have a healthy meal even the kids can't resist.
Beef rogan josh kebabs

Beef rogan josh kebabs

Baby potatoes are perfect for skewering as they stay firm after cooking due to their low starch content.
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Crispy chicken tacos

Crispy chicken tacos

Perk yourself up tonight with these quick and tasty crispy chicken tacos. The whole family will love them!
Asian vegetable fritters

Asian vegetable fritters

Packed full of vegetables, these golden, crunchy Asian fritters are the perfect finger food or starter for your next dinner party - beautiful served drizzled with fresh lime juice.
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mushroom, leek and prosciutto terrine

Mushroom, leek and prosciutto terrine

If preferred, char-grill your own capsicum by roasting until skin chars. Simply remove skin, seeds and membrane, and then use as directed. Note
Nachos bites

Nachos bites

Add some Mexican flair to your appetisers with these bite-sized morsels of nacho goodness.
Mushrooms in Oil

Mushrooms in oil

This is an excellent way to use pearly white button mushrooms when you can find them. Note
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Leek, potato and pea soup

Leek, potato and pea soup

Easter is a perfect time of year to gather friends and family for a festive lunch or satisfying supper – after a day of egg hunting, of course! These simple, elegant recipes are sure to please.
Smoked salmon tea eggs

Smoked salmon tea eggs

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

Mini lamb puff pies

Thanks to the abundance of ingredients that were unfamiliar just a few years ago, the cook now has more options than ever when it comes to delighting the family with new flavours.
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