Pate remains a mainstay of the French diet - put it on the menu this Bastille Day

This substantial dish can be served as a main with crusty bread to mop up juices

A creamy, super tasty, spiced cauliflower soup to warm the cockles

Add these sweet, easy roasted tomatoes to pasta for a flavoursome sauce

This warming bowl of comfort is an instant pick-me-up.

Olives and walnuts make a tasty topping for a lovely piece of fish.

A creamy satisfying seafood meal, ready in no time.

Better known for its gin associations, juniper also makes a great accompaniment to pork.

Sumac's slightly astringent, lemon flavour is a great complement to lamb.

Five-spice lends its aromatic characteristics to this easy weeknight prawn dinner.

Whip out the waffle iron and whip up these savoury versions for brunch or a simple supper.

A quick and tasty mash-up of Indian flavours in a Mexican taco.

A flavour-packed burger for a quick mid-week knock-up meal.

Similar to a cheesecake slice, this sweet treat is ideal for an indulgent afternoon tea.

A comforting, melt-in-the-mouth beef stew with a zingy topping.

A super simple, quick weeknight taste sensation.

A lighter, gluten-free lasagne based on an Italian friend's recipe.

When you need crumble, and you need it fast

This deliciously simple cake is perfect with a cuppa.

Sweet kumara and umami miso are a perfect soupy match

A delicately flavoured soup ideal for serving as an entree

A super simple soup for a chilly eve

A creamy, cheesy, spinachy risotto brings comfort to cool evenings

Salmon and spinach make this five-ingredient gratin a complete meal

A four-ingredient frittata for an easy mid-week supper.

A toastie with a twist makes the perfect satisfying lunch.

A cool take on a Vietnamese sub makes an excellent cold for picnics or work.

Spicy pickles cucumbers and home-made beetroot chutney combine for a mega-sandwich.

This minty salad makes a wonderful side for grilled chicken or fish.

A rich, herby sauce that is lovely served with grilled or roasted chicken or steak.

Store bought gnocchi makes this a meal you can have on the table in minutes.

Classic Christmas pudding gets a makeover in this festive strudel.

A lovely, festive chocolate log that will look delightful on your Christmas table.

A simple, kid-friendly no-bake slice that also makes a great festive gift.

A quick, tasty and colourful summer salad that is perfect for special occasions.

A festive and filling bacon, lettuce, avocado and lettuce salad.

Cos lettuce, crunchy croutons, chicken and a tart vinaigrette round out this festive salad

Tender pork fillet served with a unique soy and marmalade sauce.

For the non-meat eaters in the family try this soufflé-like vegetarian festive main.

The addition of cranberry butter to this roast chicken packs in flavour and moisture.

Fun Christmas tree cookies with a colourful sprinkle of hundreds and thousands.

This homemade fudge makes a thoughtful edible gift for teachers and colleagues.

These fabulous stuffed capsicums are filled with. nutty chickpeas and cheesy goodness.

Fresh corn gives this bake a wonderful sweetness, but you can use frozen instead.

A healthy, vegetable-packed quiche that is special enough for those big occasions.

Classic, retro finger sandwiches are the perfect party bite and they are so easy to make.

Fun bite-sized party sausage rolls with fragrant curry flavours.

Enjoy these vegetarian nibbles while sipping a drink with friends and family.

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Make your own sponge cake or use a bought unfilled sponge

A meal in one pan

A mixture of pork and beef mince is optional for these meatballs

This is an easy, full-flavoured, not-to-sweet dessert

This is a modern take on the classical Georgian chicken dish, Katmis Satsivi

Flavoursome and ‘easy as’

Great served with baked kumara and steamed broccoli tossed in a little butter, lemon ...

 Serve this divine not-to-sweet dessert with whipped cream, ice cream or plain ...

Cracked wheat or bulghur is partially steamed then dried before being marketed

For a moreish taste, try this versatile dukkah recipe from Jan here

Simple, yet satisfying garlic and potato dip

Quinoa has been used as a cereal for over 5,000 years and was regarded as a sacred ...

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So easy, so delish

Measure the base of loaf pan

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A kale garnish can be prepared by tossing the dry chopped leaves in olive oil and ...

Seedlip replaces the traditional vodka

These can be prepared up until the second baking stage

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I used a red capsicum from a jar and goat’s milk feta

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