Mexican chilli beef recipe

What mum doesn't love a slow cooker recipe? Chuck all the ingredients for this Mexican chilli beef in one pot, get on with your day and hey presto! A nutritious family meal that makes dinner a doddle. Oh, and it's really yummy too

Yo-yo biscuits

These childhood favourites are melt-in-the-mouth delicious and so easy to make. Filled with a buttery icing, they're wonderful with a cup of tea or a glass of milk after a long day at school

Fast burgers

Why buy takeaway when you can have these? Make them just how you like and if you really want a REALLY BIG burger add an egg and a pineapple ring.

Bush chutney

No need to buy your chutney now you can make your own delicious chutney at home like your grandmother used to. This recipe goes really well with your meats at a BBQ.

Lemon yoghurt cake

This is one of the quickest, most fuss-free cake recipes around. I love the springy lightness of its texture and the sweet tanginess of the flavour. And because it uses yoghurt, I like to think of it as almost healthy. Leila McKinnon

Minestrone soup

Minestrone soup is real Italian style meal in a bowl and is a perfect way to feed a crowd on a winter's day. The vegetables have a robust flavour and the beans and pasta are filling and nutritious.

Curried Chickpeas

This vegetarian curry recipe is a real surprise. There is so much flavour in this bowl that it will have you coming back for seconds immediately. Serve with yoghurt for a tangy twist on the Indian flavours that makes it fresh and spicy.

Milo malteser cake

A scrumptious cake for birthdays or parties, this cake is sure to be a huge hit! The Milo in the cake and icing give it a delicious malt flavour and when decorated with Maltesers it will look, and taste, amazing.