Five spice chicken
Give your midweek chicken dinner a makeover with a sprinkling of salty five spice. Its mild enough for the kids to enjoy, yet enough of a diversion from run-of-the-mill roast chook to keep the adults coming back for more.
Too-easy lemon slice
An easy slice with light lemony flavours.
Roasted ratatouille
This roasted ratatouille is packed full of flavour. Somehow when you bake, rather than cook it in a saucepan, the flavours become more intense and the whole thing much more exciting. This version has some added fill-factor thanks to the chickpeas.
Gluten-free scones
What's not to love about a freshly baked scone? This gluten-free version can be made sweet or savoury and makes a dozen.
Fresh winter salsa
Make this amazing (and really economical) salsa. Full of fresh herbs and other crunchy greens, it takes just minutes to make.
Almond snowballs
These delicious shortbread almond snowballs make a wonderful homemade Christmas gift for friends, colleagues and the kids teachers. Just be careful you dont eat them all first!
Chickpea salad
This nutritious salad takes advantage of in-season grape or cherry tomatoes. Feta, Kalamata olives and fresh herbs add plenty of flavour for a Mediterranean twist.
Old-fashioned lamingtons
You just can't beat the perfect lamington and this recipe makes lamingtons just like your grandma used to make. Bake these for your next cake stall or school fete.
10 Ways to Add Flavour to the Lunchbox
Kids can get bored of the same school lunches over and over again, so colour and variety are key and a few healthy, homemade treats will go a long way. All out of ideas? Here are a few to keep your kids snack-happy.
Crunchy quinoa salad
This delicious crunchy quinoa salad is made with mixed quinoa and is packed full of crunchy vegetables and tasty herbs like parsley, mint and coriander.
Homemade pasta
Making your own pasta takes a little time but it will change the way you look at a package of dry pasta forever.
Muesli bar slice
This homemade muesli bar slice is a great addition for your child's lunchbox or after-school snack. You can even have it for breakfast if you're short on time.
Best chocolate cake
This really is the best chocolate cake ever it does not need icing and is a cross between a brownie and a cake everyone will be back for seconds
Strawberry yoghurt with crunchy bits
Layers of toasted nuts and seeds with fresh mango and yoghurt, topped with strawberries and a drizzle of honey. Special breakfast or easy dessert? You decide!
Wonderpot kung pao chicken
Kung pao chicken is a traditional Chinese dish that is made from chicken, chilli and peanuts. You can make it at home with delicious pasta for a one-pot meal.
Orange and polenta cake
This zesty cake uses polenta in its mix and has a citrus syrup glaze that soaks right in and makes the cake incredibly moist. Serve up for a special afternoon or with creme fraiche as a dinner party dessert.
Peach and mango mash
Mangoes are tropical fruits and therefore not ideal for babies younger than six months, but eight months old is ideal. Introduce it alone for four days to ensure there are no reactions before mixing with other fruits or foods.
Slow-Cooker Teriyaki Chicken
This delicious, sticky sweet slow cooker teriyaki chicken has a hint of ginger, garlic and honey. Pop it into the slow cooker and come home to a delicious meal.
Churros
Churros is a golden fritter of choux pastry that's deep fried and eaten hot with a little icing sugar over the top. A Spanish favourite, churros do make a delcious dessert, but they are the ultimate treat to have with a mug of hot chocolate or dipped in a little melted chocolate. Yum!
Rosewater cake
This pretty bake is flavoured with rosewater essence that gives it a wonderful floral flavour with every bite. Topped with rosewater icing and decorated with icing roses, it's a garden masterpiece that's lovely as a weekend treat or as a birthday cake for Grandma.
4 budget foods worth cooking from scratch
Most things are easier to buy these days but these 4 staples taste so much better made from scratch and also save new lots of money if homemade and not bought
14 special but healthy meals to help you celebrate without the stodge
There is a way to enjoy the season to be jolly without resorting to a New Year’s resolution to never eat again. Try these meals that say ‘special celebration’ without saying, ‘I can no longer zip up my pants’.
Char sui fried rice
This authentic fried rice skips the peas and cubed ham goes with more traditional Chinese ingredients such as Char sui pork, which you can find this in your local Chinese barbecue shop.
Breakfast pie
These breakfast pies can be made using regular pantry ingredients that are all affordable. You will just need to add some basil and filo pastry.
Pineapple and Carrot Cake
So simple to make, this sweet moist pineapple and carrot cake is sure to become a family favorite.
Caramel coconut creamed rice
This caramel coconut creamed rice pudding, is the best comfort food after a hard day. Served with a dollop of ice cream, this gooey and creamy dessert is a heavenly way to reward your taste buds!
Rice cooker chicken and bacon risotto
This delicious rice cooker chicken and bacon risotto is the perfect one pot dish and makes great use of your rice cooker.
Homemade chicken nuggets
This is a great entree or appetiser and prepare in advance and then just bake before serving