Pork ragu lasagne

This pork ragu lasagne is layer on layer of flavour and starts out with pork sausages that make it super simple to get on the table. It's a great one for a dinner party too as you can make the ragu ahead of time and assemble when your guests arrive.

Mighty patties

A super simple barbecue recipe that's made for hiding hidden veggies! Make this meal quick sticks when you're on the go but want something filling yet healthy.

Prawn layer dip

This is an easy dip to make for parties that is studded with freshly cooked prawns that will have the crowd digging in with their corn chips. This easy Mexican-style dip will impress with its fresh flavours.

Great ways with chicken

The humble chook is fast becoming the most popular item on Kiwi plates and why not? It lends itself to a great range of flavours and is just as at home on the barby as it is in Michelin star restaurants.

Easy baked worms

This is a quick and easy spaghetti bolognaise meal for the entire family we call it worms as my boys love to suck them up and try to see who can eat the most spaghetti worms.

Farmyard birthday cake

If you are looking for a cake that will delight your toddler then this one is for you! This cute farmyard cake will delight busy parents too when they realise this is more a fun cake-decorating activity than actual baking.

Vegetarian pasties

These cheesy, veggie-packed pasties make a nice change from sandwiches in the kids' lunch boxes. No need to fiddle around with puff pastry either when there are great supermarket versions available. Easy as!

Fruity omelette

Try this fruity twist on a breakfast staple for a nutritious start to the day. Vanilla yoghurt, fruit and brown sugar give this unusual omelette recipe an irresistible flavour that's bound to become a brekkie favourite.

Ham and pesto crepes

Crepes are a great little finger food for kids and especially good for parties as they can be pretty much all made in advance. Fill with whatever sweet or savoury ingredients you fancy. Our favourites are these ham and pesto crepes!

Choc chip pancakes

Either as a treat for breakfast or a yummy dessert, these choc chip pancakes will be a hit with the whole family. Buy the more expensive choc chips that hold their shape when heated; cheaper ones melt and make it very difficult to flip the pancake.