Eyeballs
These edible fun Halloween treats are quick to make will give the kids fun things to do and will be scary but edible perfect!
Chicken bake with unmentionable vegetables
This creamy pasta bake is delicious with chicken and broccoli the kids love the crusty top and ate their little green trees the broccoli
Chocolate banana bread
Banana bread is a great way to use up bananas that have seen better days and this version, studded with chunks of dark chocolate, is a sure fire winner. Serve warm for afternoon tea or slice and freeze to pop into lunch boxes.
Easy vegetarian laksa
This veggie laksa is healthy and nutritious thanks to the delicious array of veggies it contains. Squeeze fresh line juice over the top before serving for an authentic laksa flavour.
Slow cooker beef, red wine and mushroom casserole
This full-bodied and versatile casserole will have them coming back for more. Serve it with a wide pasta such as pappardelle, mashed potato and green beans or over creamy polenta. You can even use the leftovers to make a pie.
Chocolate and muesli squares
These easy muesli squares are the perfect lunch box or after school snack. Combining chocolate and nuts, these muesli squares will be popular with kids.
50 finger-licking recipes that will sort out your fussy-eating toddler
Mealtimes can be a total nightmare if your toddler is a fussy eater. Add these 50 dishes to your cooking repertoire and watch them lick their plates clean.
Honey soy salmon
This is a great way to get your toddler to try something new. The gentle flavours of honey and soy make this salmon a meal the whole family, including your little one, will enjoy.
Banana cake with lemon icing
Use up leftover bananas to make this banana cake that's great for lunch boxes or as an after school treat. Then top with a delicious citrus icing. Yum!
Butter chicken with spicy rice and mushrooms
This grown-up version of butter chicken is great when you want something tasty and filling but quick! Use ready made butter chicken as the base and add to it with spiced rice and salad for a yummy meal that's ready in a flash.
Parmesan toasts
My kids love these toasts in their lunch box. They go particularly well with a little container of hummus. I love to add rocket and prosciutto to mine and it becomes a sudden lunch or great with a wine
Leftover roesti salmon stacks
Try these crispy potato cakes topped with smoked salmon for a hearty brunch dish on the weekend. easy to make and definitely worth waking up for!
Tuna mornay
Tasty and easy, tuna mornay is a comfort food dinner that can be scratched together from whatever ingredients you have lying around. Making tuna mornay for dinner is also a great way to boost the amount of fish in kids’ diets.
One-pot beef and capsicum casserole
My husband came up with this recipe when we were living on peanuts in Edinbrough. It is quick, easy on the pocket and very tasty. If I play with it a little I change the parsley to a basil and tomato salsa to give it a twist and serve with mashed potatoes.
Every kitchen needs the right tools
When you're trying to prepare a nice family meal you don't want to be contending with blunt knives or measuring sets that are missing some pieces. We've got a handy list of the top tools you should invest in
Pulled beef cottage pie with cauliflower mash
Mmmmmm, the epitome of comfort food, this cottage pie with cauliflower mash will have you sighing deeply with pleasure.
Asian noodle omelette
Easy, low fat and really filling, this Asian noodle omelette makes you feel good just looking at it. You can make this dish in under 15 minutes!
Budget family meal plan
One of the best ways you can help the family budget is to meal plan using recipes that are economical, filling and nutritious.
Profiteroles recipe
Choux pastry is a lot easier to make than you may think - so give it a go! These chocolate delights wont last long they are so delicious
Homestyle chips
These big chunky chips are soft and fluffy on the inside and crisp and crunchy on the outside. Make them to go with beer batter fish or a nice big juicy steak!
3 ingredient beetroot dip
This luscious pink beetroot dip is tastier, more wholesome and far more economical than anything you could buy from the supermarket, and with only three ingredients, it's a cinch to whip up at home.
Chocolate ripple and raspberry cake
This amazing dessert does not take long to make and you could already have all the ingredients in the cupboard. Everyone will be amazed at how well you can cook
Kids’ cooking as craft recipes
There's nothing worse than bored and hungry kids. So why deal not with both empty bellies AND bored minds by turning cooking into craft?
Little pear and raspberry cupcakes
These beautiful little fruity cupcakes are great with a cup of tea or as a quick dessert everyone will love them
Coffee and walnut cake with mocha ganache
Double your caffeine hit with this easy coffee and walnut cake iced liberally with a gooey mocha ganache - just the thing for morning tea to keep you going until lunchtime!
Gluten-free marshmallow and passionfruit dip
Served with a platter of fresh fruit, this tasty dip is sure to prove popular at summer barbecues. For a gluten-free version use gluten-free marshmallows so those with a gluten intolerance can get dipping too!
3 ingredient trifles
Christmas is such a busy time that any cook will welcome a shortcut. So this 3 ingredient trifle is a perfect Christmas dessert for the kids.
Orange marmalade
Marmalade is a delicious tangy spread to have on your toast for breakfast. This marmalade recipe is surprisingly easy to make and uses plenty of delicious oranges which gives it a lovely sunshine-y colour. Perfect for gifts, this recipes makes 1.5 litres of marmalade.
Watermelon ice blocks
These frozen fruit-y goodies will cool everyone down on a hot summer day. The colourful layers are a fun change from the standard fruit popsicle flavours.
Pear blueberry and almond muffins
Pear and almonds is a classic combination but add a burst of blueberries to the mix and you've got yourself a taste sensation! These simple muffins and great as an afternoon tea treat or as a special addition to the lunch box.