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.
Coffee pecan muffins
These coffee pecan muffins may be a bit too much of a pick-me-up for the kids but is a great not-too sweet muffin for morning tea with the girls.
Wholesome breakfast smoothie
The kids will love this wholesome breakfast smoothie - especially those who aren't keen on a big brekkie. This liquid meal is packed to brim with nutritious ingredients and will keep them full and satisfied until recess.
Sausage and beef casserole
Having a no-fail casserole recipe in your arsenal is must-have for busy mums. And this is a recipe you can always rely on. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you've got a dinner everyone will love.
Chocolate chip banana cake
This cake is a fun twist on a classic recipe. It makes a great lunch box treat for the kids and is also freezer-friendly.
Healthy chocolate brownie
Dark and rich, moist and fluffy, this chocolate brownie is amazing. Oh, and did I mention its healthy? These brownies have half the sweetener, only a smidge of butter and pumpkin for moisture.
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.
Fruit bread & butter pudding
An old family favourite, this recipe for bread and butter pudding uses fruit loaf rather than white bread. Served with ice cream, your family are sure to love this dessert.
Vegetable and fish cakes
These vegetable and fish cakes are a tasty way to sneak some veggies into your child's dinner. Lightly pan-fried they make for a quick mid-week meal.
Banana pikelets
These pikelets are great with any bananas you have that are past their best. They are tasty and add the extra sweetness with banana.
Slow cooker meatloaf
This slow cooker meatloaf is tasty and will cook away in your crockpot while you are at work. Get ready to come home to a divine smelling house and tasty meatloaf for dinner.
2 ingredient Nutella mousse
This delicious Nutella mousse has just two ingredients and you can whip this up, chill it and enjoy!
Pork medallions with hot fruit salad
Try these juicy pork medallions topped with hot fruit salad - they're fast, tasty and can be on the table in 20 minutes. Team them with your favourite steamed vegetables for a low-fat
BBQ hoisin and honey chicken
Heres an easy Asian-style chicken dish thats kid-friendly and a breeze to prepare. Even better, you can cook it on the barbecue for that delicious char-grilled flavour, and any leftovers will make great lunch box fillers the next day.
Apple and worm cupcakes
These cute little apple and worm cupcakes are great for birthdays or picnics. The kids will love their rosy apple colour and the cheeky worm poking out!
Tomato glazed meatloaf
This meatloaf has a tasty top that makes the loaf look good AND taste good too. Eat it with mashed potato or slice it up for sandwiches.
Grilled Coconut Salmon
A delicious way to cook your salmon, baste it in coconut milk as it cooks for a lovely infusion of flavour. Serve with a fresh cucumber and tomato salad.
Watermelon Popsicles
There is nothing more refreshing than big cold chunks of icy watermelon on a hot day so we have made it a little easier and given your watermelon a stick!
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.
Beetroot chips
If its a healthy snack youre after, these beetroot chips are just what you need.
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.
Banana smoothie with Milo
Who doesn't love a iced chocolate and this one is good for them if you use low fat milk it will increase their uptake of calcium
Apple and raspberry bread
If you love banana bread you will love this recipe with added raspberry and apple it is a delicious combination the whole family will love. Just cut of a slice after school as a healthy alternative to a piece of cake
Quick tomato salsa
Are you looking for a quick blender salsa? Well this recipe packs all the flavour but takes little effort. Just throw it into the blender and you are done.
Pancakes and Crepes
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Irish cream fudge
This Irish cream fudge has just 4 ingredients and you can make it in a flash. Bundle some up with cute ribbon to give as gifts or just sneak a piece with a good strong coffee.
Island birthday cake
This cake is great fun to make and you can add the sea by using blue food colouring coconut add some plastic sharks