Low-carb turkey and kale lasagne
This Italian comfort food favourite uses lean ground turkey mince making it healthy alternative for everyone!
Roast veal with capsicum relish
This relish can also be served alongside lightly grilled lean meat, chicken and fish.
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Lemon and blueberry meringue pots
What do you get when you cross a blueberry crumble and a meringue pie?
Apple pie doughnuts
This five-ingredient dessert is so simple and versatile: you can use pear, figs, pineapple rings or stone fruit instead of the apple.
Jaffa self-saucing pudding
Together, chocolate and orange make this dessert jaffa-amazing!
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Kale and quinoa frittata
This kale and quinoa frittata recipe is featured in Dr Joanna McMillan's book - Brain Food. This dish is an excellent way to load up on healthy green veggies, loaded with Vitamin A and caretenoids for eye health.
Broccoli, pancetta and blue cheese gratin
Mild and tender broccoli is the perfect companion to this satisfying gratin, loaded with punchy blue cheese and salty pancetta for a side dish with an out-of-this-world flavour profile.
16 ultimate slow cooker ideas for winter
Low, slow and delicious
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Barley and vegetable soup with crunchy seeds
Keep warm this winter with this beautiful, filling soup with a nutritious seed topping.
Our best slow cooker recipes
The benefits of using a slow cooker are endless; not only does it add ease and convenience to your cooking, but it allows you to create beautifully tender, fragrant and hearty one-pot meals every time, without fail. Simply pop your ingredients in your slow cooker, and come back to a delicious dinner. Too easy!
Pork and fennel ragu with kumara and goat’s cheese gnocchi
Warm, hearty and utterly delicious, this flavour packed pork and fennel ragu is cooked to tender perfection and served atop homemade kumara and goat's cheese gnocchi. It makes the ultimate Winter dinner dish.
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Plum crumbles
Starring sweet, seasonal fruit and coconut, these crunchy baked crumbles are comfort food in a bowl. Try them with custard as a substitute for traditional festive season pudding.
Pot roast lamb with potato celeriac mash
Try this hearty lamb and vegetable combination, wrapped in tasty prosciutto and accompanied by smooth and creamy celeriac mash potato.
Spicy coconut fish soup
This deliciously spicy soup is packed full of creamy coconut milk, tender flaked fish and a punchy sauce to delight any dinner guests.
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Creamy cauliflower and bacon soup
Hot, creamy and packed full of goodness, this tasty cauliflower and bacon soup is beautiful served warm with a slice of crusty bread on a cool winter's evening.
Chicken with brandy and grapes on soft polenta
Enjoy this brandy sauce as it soaks from the juicy chicken into the smooth bed of polenta underneath.
Mini shepherd’s pies with cheesy potato topping
Try these traditional British cottage pies, topped with cheesy, creamy mashed potato and served in four individual ramekins. Great partnered with a rosemary salad.
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Apple and raspberry crumble
A timeless dessert classic that is loved by all - there is something so divine about warm, stewed fruits with a sweet, biscuit crumble.
Apple and pear pie
This country style classic has a thick buttery crust and is jam packed with lightly spiced stewed fruits - delightful!
Caramel pecan and date pudding
This delicious pudding mixes a sweet, oozing caramel sauce with crunchy pecans and chewy dates.
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Veal pie with cheesy semolina topping
Satisfy those savoury cravings with this hearty winter bake. Tender veal, carrots and celery sit perfectly under a layer of cheesy semolina that will leave your belly and your taste buds perfectly content.
New England-style clam chowder
Warm up with this creamy, seafood broth infused with clams and snapper and seasoned with thyme and tabasco sauce.
Italian fish and fennel soup
Hot, fragrant and wonderfully warming, this Italian fennel spiced soup is full of tender, flaky fish pieces to create a hearty Winter dish.
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Pumpkin and leek soup
This creamy pumpkin and leek soup is perfect for a cool evening and is beautiful served with a dollop of sour cream, crispy bacon and crusty bread.
Coconut cherry strudel
Add some sweet and sour bliss to an Austrian favourite. Layered with nutritious morello cherries, cinnamon, coconut and delicate filo pastry, this is sure to please your tastebuds.
Cauliflower and leek soup
Bursting with the goodness of cauliflower and tasty leek, this soup is a great way to warm up your night
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Provencal-style fish soup with garlic toast
This herbaceous seafood soup showcases plenty of French country charm.
Easy cherry almond puddings
Filled with cherries and almonds, this pudding is perfect for an easy sweet treat.
Pear and date crumble with honey oat topping
This mouthwatering pear and date crumble stirs in sweet honey and a generous hint of spices for a warming winter dessert.
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Roast beef rump with red wine gravy
Enrich a winter family meal with this glorious roast beef coated with mustard, worcestershire sauce and red wine gravy. It also wouldn't go astray on the Christmas dinner table.
Oven-braised lamb shanks
Relive the classic British Sunday roast with these tender lamb shanks. Gather the family for a warm winter feast that everyone will enjoy.
Apple and pear crumble
This family classic is perfect for a cool winter's evening, the ultimate crumbly comfort food packed full of juicy fruit to satisfy your sweet tooth.
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Beef and mushroom casserole
Packed full of juicy, tender beef and fresh mushrooms braised in a white wine sauce, this hearty casserole is beautiful enjoyed hot with a side of creamy mashed potato and steamed greens as a warming Winter meal.
Winter vegetable gratin
This generous vegetable gratin, layered with two types of potato, a creamy white sauce and cheese, is a fantastic winter warmer.
Lamb shanks with risoni and tomato
Meaning "big rice" in Italian, risoni is pasta shaped like long grain rice. It blends beautifully with these fragrantly slow-cooked lamb shanks.
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Lamb meatballs with mint and coriander chutney
These lean lamb meatballs seasoned with a spicy, herbaceous chutney make for a sensational and relatively easy weeknight dinner.
Chocolate pistachio puddings with chocolate fudge sauce
Chocoholics beware - you are sure to go nuts over these indulgent puddings sprinkled with wholesome pistachios and showered in a rich chocolate fudge sauce.
Caramel pear self-saucing puddings
These sweet pear puddings draped with caramel sauce make an uplifting dessert for the whole family - especially on a cool autumn or winter night.
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Asian beef and rice noodle soup
Commonly referred to as Vietnamese pho, this tasty rice noodle soup is packed full of Asian veggies and uses the heat of the flavoursome broth to cook thinly sliced rare beef.
Pork, chickpea and tomato curry
Hearty, warming and packed full of wonderful flavours, this pork and chickpea curry is perfect for a cool Winter's evening. Serve on a bed of rice for a filling, tasty family meal.
Spinach pie
The Aussie pie gets a healthy, vegetarian twist with this delicious recipe. Crunch through layers of pastry to enjoy the silken combination of spinach, cottage cheese and crumbly feta.
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Almond cherry pithivier
Perfect for a winter's dessert or decadent weekend treat, this almond cherry pithivier is bursting with flavour.
Marmalade delicious
This buttery and citrusy marmalade pudding serves as a riveting afternoon tea or dessert - especially in winter.
Apple and brown sugar crumbles
Share these small bowls of pure yumminess with your family members - packed full of warm stewed apple and a sweet, crumbly topping.
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Beef and bacon rissoles with gravy and cabbage mash
These hearty homestyle rissoles partnered with a sharp gravy and mashed potato are well suited for a delicious weeknight family dinner - especially comforting in winter.
Cheat’s coq au vin
Escape to the villas of rural France with all the delicious flavours of coq au vin but only 20 minutes of the cooking time.
Coq au vin pie with potato crust
There is nothing more comforting than a hot pie on a cold winter's night. Combining the classic flavours of chicken, wine, mushrooms and bacon, this modern twist on coq au vin will win the whole family over.
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Creamed rice with poached cherries and blueberries
Traditional rice pudding has nothing on this recipe. The subtly spiced creamed rice is teamed with warm poached berries for an indulgent dessert.
Hearty vegetable and lentil soup
This feel-good soup goes up a notch, seasoned with a hint of citrus in the form of coriander-blended yoghurt.
Lamb and rosemary pies
A hearty, warming lamb and rosemary filling sits perfectly in a case of golden, flaky pastry, waiting to ooze out with every mouthful. This beautiful pie makes the ultimate Winter dinner dish.
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Lamb masala
This popular marinated Indian curry is slow-cooked to perfection, producing tender lamb and aromatic, spicy flavours able to ignite the senses at any time of year. Heighten with naan bread and basmati rice or try it specifically as a winter warmer.
Mini meatloaves with sour cream and roasted garlic mash
These hearty baked meatloaves, infused with HP sauce, herbs and accompanied by creamy mashed potato, make for a satisfying winter family meal.
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.
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Panettone bread and butter pudding
Relive your grandma's classic with the addition of Italian pannettone. Zesty and sweet, this creamy dessert is simple but sure to please.
Rice custard with caramelised pears
Add a twist to the standard rice pudding with the addition of sultanas and a side of rich caramelised pears.
Salmon cakes with chilli salt chips
Crunch your way through this spicy take on the classic fish and chips. These garlic-infused salmon cakes go perfectly with chilli chips; just squeeze some fresh lime over the top for a final zesty touch.
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Snapper and fennel pie
Swap the classic Aussie beef pie for this winter delight. Maintain the crunchy golden crust but swap the gravy for dijon mustard and the beef for chunks of snapper fish.
Hearty bacon, lentil and vegetable soup
A healthy meal has never been easier than with this effortless soup. Bacon adds a crisp, salty flavour while carrots, celery and lentils pack this meal with nutrition.
Mediterranean lamb and zucchini bake
Lamb, zucchini and olives bring the flavours of the Mediterrean to your table. This slow-cook meal will delight the family and dinner guests alike.
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Mandarin cake
Mandarins are a burst of sweet freshness on a crisp winter’s day. During winter, they’re abundant and inexpensive to buy, and if you’re lucky enough you might have a mandarin tree at home dripping with deep orange orbs. Make the most of them
Apple and rhubarb pie
This glorious fruity pie with its thick, buttery crust is perfect for Winter weekends at home.
Beetroot chocolate pudding
This healthy pudding uses beetroot to keep it moist and sweet.
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Lamb shank and barley soup
This classic winter warmer will fill your home with delicious aromas while it slowly cooks to perfection. Serve on its own, or with crusty bread.
Vegetable and barley soup
If liked, use 1/2 cup soup mix, rice or pasta instead of barley. Cook rice or pasta for 10-12 minutes until tender. You could also add some chopped potato to soup for the last 20 minutes of cooking. Note
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Ariane Barker’s apple tart
Relive Granny's sweet apple pie with this rich dessert best served with vanilla ice-cream or a dollop of whipped cream. Be sure to enjoy the cheeky addition of calvados, rum or brandy (or all three!)
Oranges in syrup
To prevent syrup forming crystals, do not stir once boiled. Note
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Thai prawn and pumpkin soup
You can also make this using green Thai curry paste. Note
Earl grey sultana cake
Suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. To make tea, pour 1 cup of boiling water into a heatproof jug. Add 2 earl grey tea bags; stand for 5 minutes. Remove tea bags. Note
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Pear and celeriac salad with prosciutto
Not suitable to freeze. Note
Cauliflower and green pea curry
Suitable to freeze without yoghurt and egg. Suitable to microwave. Note
Chicken and vegetable filo pie
Suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note
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Chilli con carne
Chilli con carne mixture suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note
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Home-made gnocchi with chicken and mushrooms
Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note
Mushroom soup with herbed creme fraiche
This delicious creamy soup is packed full of earthy mushroom flavour, making the perfect lunch or light dinner in the cooler months.
Mustard chicken casserole
Suitable to freeze (without mustard, cream, peas and parsley). Not suitable to microwave. Note
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Nashi pear puds
Nashi – the main variety being nijisseiki – are ready for eating when their skin is a light yellow-green colour. When over-ripe they turn a richer yellow and begin to loss their crisp texture. Note
Sticky-glazed pork with green onion wild rice
You will need to soak bamboo skewers in water for 20 minutes or grease metal skewers before use. Note
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Turkey and noodle soup
Not suitable to freeze. Suitable to microwave. Note
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Spinach, mushroom and mozzarella risoni bake
A tasty and textural vegetarian pasta everyone can enjoy.
Creamy fish pie
Ling, blue-eye, or Mahi Mahi would work equally well in this creamy fish pie topped with silky smooth mash by recipes+. If you like, you could serve it in individual ramekins.
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Chunky beef and vegie pie
Omit shortcrust pastry and spoon beef mixture into a 21cm (base measurement) pie plate. Top with puff pastry. Cooking time will vary. Note
Tuna and potato pie
Make ahead: You can make pie up to 4 hours ahead. Cover, then refrigerate. Low fat: Use reduced-fat or skim milk. We used a frozen chunky vegetable mix of cauliflower, broccoli and carrot. Choose a potato variety that’s suitable for mashing. Note
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Country vegetable soup
Use a finely chopped onion if you don’t have a leek. Make croutons by toasting crestless bread and cutting into cubes. Alternatively, fry cubes of bread in a little oil or butter until golden. Note
Crab and sweet corn soup
If desired, use fresh or frozen corn kernels. “Egg flowers” can be omitted if preferred. Note
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Chunky pork and fennel pie
Slow-cooking the filling of this chunky pork and fennel pie brings out the natural sweetness of tender pork, and softens the aniseed flavour of the fennel.
Onion soup with mini dampers
Onion soup with mini dampers