New Mexican con carne on a baked potato
Ring the changes with chilli con carne by making this version to serve on top of baked potatoes. Packed full of spices and veggies, it's a healthy midweek meal when you've got lots of hungry mouths to feed.
Lemon and sugar pancakes
These lemon and sugar pancakes are a classic way to eat pancakes and they really serve those with sweet tooth and those that like it tart. Eat them steaming hot to enjoy them to their fullest!
Tomato creamy pasta
A pasta recipe for the family that is quick, easy and delicious. It's also a great way to introduce new flavours to toddlers in a meal that the whole family can enjoy.
Slow roasted tomato soup
Roasting tomatoes at a low temperature for a long time intensifies their flavour. Blitz them up with a little stock to create this gorgeous soup.
Easy Teriyaki Beef
This teriyaki beef is a fast and tasty recipe you can whip up on a cool evening for the family. Serve with boiled rice.
Curried rice
A bowl of this simple curried rice makes a great barbecue accompaniment or a side dish if you're asked to bring a plate to a party. Fresh veggies, rice and a curried mayo dressing will leave you wanting more.
Lulu’s cheese puffs
These crunchy cheese delights are a cross between a muffin and a scone great instead of a sandwich in the lunch box or with a glass of wine mums, dads and the kids will all enjoy
Lemon curd
Rich lemon curd perfect for dessert recipes or straight onto toast.
Apple and hazelnut crumble
This apple and hazelnut crumble has all the comfort of apple crumble with roasted hazelnuts for added decadence. Its really easy to make and is the perfect pudding.
Chicken and snow pea stir-fry
This chicken and snow pea stir fry is a really easy dinner option with simple flavours that even the kids will love. The combination of soy sauce, hoisin and sweet chilli sauce is also tasty. Add some carrot or capsicum if you want to up the veggie content.
Three-days-to-payday spicy mince pasties
When the pantry is looking a bit bare and you're not sure what to cook for dinner, try these spicy beef mince pasties. Serve them with mash and veggies for a simple dinner and save any leftovers to pop into lunch boxes for the next day.
Hamburger on sourdough
Hamburgers are a tried-and-true dinner favourite with most kids. Simply load the dinner table with beef patties, fresh bread and a generous supply of salad vegetables such as avocado, tomato and beetroot, as well as cheese and sauces, and let your family build their own personalised hamburger.
Stuffed baked potatoes with corn and bacon
Crunchy baked potatoes stuffed with creamy corn and bacon mash and topped with melted cheese... This is comfort food for any night of the week.
Boys’ bean salad
The garlicky, herby dressing on this bean, feta and tuna mix make this a hearty salad that will satisfy even the hungriest tum. Serve with crusty bread to mop up the yummy juices.
Meatball macaroni and cheese
This unusual pasta bake has layers of yummy meatballs, creamy sauce and pasta for a filling dinner that the whole family will love. Make two and pop one in the freezer so you always have a tasty meal to hand.
Sausage salad
You are correct; this has leftovers written all over it! But a very tasty serve of leftovers it is. Cook up your favourite sausages and combine it with your leftover roast veggies and you have a very yummy warm salad for dinner.
Cauliflower risotto
Try this unusual risotto that's healthy and delicious. Parmesan really brings out the flavour of the cauliflower giving a rich and creamy dinner. You can easily make this dish vegetarian by leaving out the bacon too.
Red lentil and pumpkin soup
This healthy vegetarian soup is packed full of protein thanks to the lentils and full of warming spices that give a delicious kick to its flavour. Serve with crusty bread and vintage Cheddar for a yummy meal.
Tomato basil pizza
This light pizza has the classic Italian flavours of tomato, basil and mozzarella but with half the calories. Buon appetito!
Basic cupcakes
This a super-easy recipe and the cupcakes are puffy, golden and perfect for topping with your favourite buttercream icing.
Cheesecake dip
The ingredients for this dip are a little bit naughty, but it is a great way to get that cheesecake flavour without actually having a slice of cheesecake. If you use lots of fresh fruit to dip in this I think its a great treat.
Apricot biscuits
This is a great recipe for kids of all ages to help with. They are soft enough for the littlest mouths.
Little meat pies
Make your own little party pies with this recipe. Ideal for little fingers they make a great party food option. Make the filling the day before and the final baking will be done in half an hour.
Tuna casserole
A budget friendly healthy meal that makes use of pantry staples.
Chicken cacciatore
This one-pot dinner is an Italian favourite with tender chicken pieces cooked in a tomato and wine sauce. Perfect with crusty bread to mop up the delicious juices, creamy mash or rice.
Chocolate pancakes
You can use real chocolate melted in pancakes as well to replace the cocoa
Pocket Pizzas
These pita-sized pocket pizzas are great for kids and the ingredients shown are just some suggestions of things you can use as pizza toppings.
Mini hotdogs
Mini hotdogs are perfect party fare and you can have these made for the kids in no time. Here we give you tips on taking these to the park for a party!
Mini Mexican meatloaf
Served with salad and guacamole these mini Mexican meatloaves will be a family favourite, with hidden vegetables and easy to pre prepare it's a winner for the busy family with vege avoiding kids.