5 tasty ways with carrots
Whether you dish them up, raw, steamed, baked or juiced, carrots are incredibly versatile so try some new ways with carrots to get the most of this kid-friendly vegetable:
Venison chilli
A change from the usual beef chilli con carne, add in extra veges if you have room.
Coconut rice recipe
Coconut rice gives the idea of rice pudding a whole new meaning! The perfect finish to an Asian-inspired meal, this easy dessert combines the creaminess of cooked rice and coconut milk with the freshness of banana slices. Delicious!
Lazy lamingtons
Making lamingtons can be so much easier if you buy the sponge cake already made. This lamington recipe is perfect for when you need to whip something up quickly for the cake stall that you forgot about!
Fresh tuna teriyaki with udon noodles
This tuna teriyaki recipe is super-quick, super-easy and super-tasty. This is the perfect meal when you need a healthy, diet-friendly meal after work in minutes. The tuna is packed full of flavour from teriyaki and chilli, and is served with noodles and crisp fresh asian greens. Yum!
Spring vegetable soup
This is a really simple yet yummy soup that you can have on the table in minutes. Filled with lots of spring vegetables like broccoli, leek and zucchini, top with crispy bacon and parmesan for a delicious lunch or light dinner.
Chewy choc-banana cookies
These cookies are perfect to throw together for kids charging home from school demanding a delicious snack!
Lovely lamb
Whether you are throwing it on the BBQ, sliding it into the slow cooker or making a roast, we have something here for every lamb lover!
Cheesey scones
These are delicious straight from the oven while they are hot and smear with more lashings of butter. Cut them in half and stuff with ham and tomato then reheat under the grill.
Lamb in pita pockets
Great for lunch or a weekend dinner, these lamb pita pockets are a great economical way to introduce some lamb into your regular menu. These are also great for picnics - no cutlery required!
Reindeer marshmallow pops
Reindeer m [...]
Hummus & Salad Wraps
You can of course buy your hummus but homemade is so easy to make and very economical. Store left over hummus in a covered container in the fridge for up to a week.
Muesli biscuits
These quick muesli biscuits smell (and taste) wonderful just after coming out of the oven. They are a great healthy-ish biscuit alternative for lunchboxes.
Love heart French toast
Crisp French toast cut into heart shapes with a cookie cutter and served with fresh raspberries make this a wonderful Valentine's Day breakfast or an anytime treat when you want to say, 'I love you'.
Apple dessert
In need of a quick dessert for the family or the in laws have popped over. You are sure to have all of these staples in your pantry and fridge and everyone will be impressed.
Sultana scones
Allowing these scones to just touch while cooking will keep them moist and help them to rise in the oven. The secret to this recipe is the resting time. If you skip this step you'll be making rock cakes rather than scones.
Mini croissants
Whatever filling you fancy, there's a croissant here for you! Be it chicken and avocado, ham and cheese or even Nutella, take your pick for a yummy breakfast or lunch box filler.
Seafood risotto
Salmon, scallops and prawns are the yummy ingredients that go into this delicious risotto. A splash of white wine and some lemon thyme add to the flavour of this lovely dinner idea that's perfect for sharing with friends.
Apple and raspberry puree
These two fruits make great mixers with other foods and also taste great together. By pureeing separately and freezing, you can use in other dishes or stir together to make this puree.
Egg and vegetable omelette
This easy toddler-friendly omelette is full of protein and veggies making it a nutritious breakfast or lunch for any little one with a hungry tum!
33 recipes to make the most of citrus
When it comes to cooking and baking with citrus, we really are spoilt for choice. Often a squeeze of lime, a wedge of lemon or a bit of orange zest can make all the difference to a dish.
Poor soldiers cake
Despite its name, there's nothing poor about this rich, boiled fruit cake! Moist and delicious, it's even better if wrapped carefully and stored in a tin for a few days to allow the flavours to develop.
Zucchini quiche
This delicious quiche is lovely and quick to make it is a great way to hide vegetables from the kids and makes a perfect lunch box slice or with salad for a quick dinner
Green chicken curry
This Thai green chicken curry recipe isn't too spicy if you reduce the amount of green curry paste. Even the kids can enjoy it!
Mars bar mud cake
This easy stir and bake recipe makes a cake that tastes as naughty (and nice) as it sounds. With an added dash of whisky and minimal washing up, it's irresistible!
Sticky pineapple pork ribs
Here's a kid favourite which it's best to start first thing in the morning if you want the flavour to develop properly. It's not hard though - just pineapple juice, sugar, soy and garlic will make these ribs melt in the mouth. Just have plenty of napkins handy!
Cool party food recipes for boys
Boys love cool party food. If your little man is about to turn of age, check out these fun party food ideas for fellas.
Cranberry and choc biscuits
These are basically an Anzac biscuit with some extra Christmas flair! So easy to make and they keep for ages - perfect for the Christmas biscuit jar.
Blueberry and buttermilk muffins
Sometimes you just can't go past the simple pleasures in life - a perfect blueberry muffin, for instance. Enjoyed with a hot cuppa, life doesn't get much better!
Quick chocolate cupcakes
This super speedy cupcake recipe is perfect for when you're in a hurry. Pop them in the oven and you'll have a yummy treat that's ready to ice in just 20 minutes.