These blini are also delicious with a little salmon roe added to the top. Note

Looking for the all-round perfect and indulgent dessert? Try these decadent and fluffy chocolate crepes with fresh raspberries, whipped cream and a little grated chocolate.

Plain bread or fruit bread can be used instead of brioche. Milk chocolate can be used in place of dark. Make sure the bread is well soaked in the egg mixture before cooking. Note

As an option, a grated cheese can be added to omelette filling. Note

This marmalade is great use of those winter citrus fruits! Orange, grapefruit, lemon, lime and mandarin combine in a simple recipe by Woman's Day to create a deliciously sweet-yet-bitter marmalade.

Chocolate chips can be used in place of blueberries – use 3/4 cup each. Raspberry and white chocolate are perfect together. Note

For quick cooking, place 1 cup long-grain rice in a microwave-safe bowl with 2 cups water. Cover and cook 5 minutes on high (100%) power, followed by 7 minutes on medium (50%). Stand 3 minutes. Note

Add other nuts or fruit of choice. Note

Use slightly under ripe fruit as it contains higher levels of pectin – this provides better results for setting. If your fruit is overripe. you may need to add extra dried pectin, such as jamsetta. Sterilise jars in boiling water for 10 minutes. Handling with tongs, place upside down on a baking tray. Heat in […]

When scrambling eggs, keep the heat low and even and stir occasionally. Too much heat or stirring will toughen the eggs and cause them to separate. The finished texture should be barely firm and creamy. Note

If you don’t have individual pie pans, use a 23cm pie plate – you may need to use 1 less egg. Note

Remove fish from the water as soon as bubbles begin breaking. Note

These delicious croquettes are the perfect way to use up that leftover Christmas ham. Serve with sweet chilli sauce and throw to together a salad with whatever you have on hand

To poach eggs, break into a frying pan of gently simmering water with a splash of vinegar. Simmer until cooked, splashing a little hot water over the eggs during cooking. Fry tomatoes in a lightly greased frying pan until tender. Note

This delicious filling can also be used with shortcrust pastry. Note

To make pastry by hand, rub butter into flour and add water to combine. Note

To warm honey, measure it into a small, microwave-safe bowl using an oiled spoon. Heat in microwave on high (100%) power 10 seconds. Note

Buy punko breadcrumbs in the asian section of supermarkets. Note

Delicious leek, bacon and egg tart creates a tasty midweek family meal. You can always spread pastry bases with ready-made pesto before adding leek mixture for extra flavour.

The milk may curdle when combined with lemon juice, but don’t worry-it won’t affect the end result. Note

These are best made and served immediately. Note

Buy pre-made jars of caramelised onion from your supermarket or deli, or make your own by slowly sauteing sliced onion and adding a little balsamic vinegar and brown sugar. Note

Don’t have the heat up too high as the hotcakes will brown on the outside but will be uncooked in the middle. Note

Enjoy the full English experience with these tasty treats.

If preferred, use slightly wet fingers to press mixture in pan – take care with hot mixture. Note

Za’atar is a spice blend of sumac, sesame seeds and dried thyme. Roast hazelnuts until golden. Place in a tea towel while hot and use the tea towel to rub away the skins. Note

Panko breadcrumbs are available in the Asian section of most large supermarkets. They give a delicious crisp finish to crumbed foods. Alternatively, use fresh breadcrumbs. Note

Pumpkin and thyme loaf is delicious lightly toasted and topped with grilled prosciutto and poached eggs. Note

This quiche can also be made in a 23cm quiche pan. Bake for 35-40 minutes. Note

Slice loaf and freeze in individual slices – it’s great for lunch boxes. Note

For a lunchbox or picnic treat, add blueberries to batter and make 12 small pikelets. Allow to cool and sandwich with lemon curd. Note

Plan ahead and whip up this super quick and easy roasted vegetable fritatta for dinner on a busy weeknight. This fritatta is also great cold, so tuck any extras into lunchboxes.

There’s no need to wash mushrooms beforehand – simply wipe them with a wet paper towel. Note

Make a sweet version by adding 1 tablespoon icing sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (in place of parsley). Cook and serve with vanilla ice-cream. Note

Spanish eggs can also be baked in the oven. Note

Quick and easy spicy fish tortillas brought to you by Woman�s Day will hit the spot perfectly as they�re simply delicious. Sure to appeal to everyone from grandparents to teens.

If liked, reserve some toblerone and press into the top of each friand with the strawberries. Note

Butter and oil are often heated together for cooking as the butter gives a good flavour and the oil allows for higher temperatures to be used. If you don’t have raisin toast, use white or wholemeal bread with crusts removed. Note

You could add 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, 2 tablespoons honey or syrup, or 3/4 cup of mashed banana, crushed nuts, stewed apple or choc chips to the batter before cooking. Note

For extra flavour, drizzle tomatoes with a little balsamic vinegar before baking. Note

Try another filling of cream cheese, smoked salmon slices, capers and dill. Prepare sandwiches ahead of time and cook as required. Note

If preferred, omit honey and oil and serve untoasted. Note

To make salsa, combine corn kernels, chopped cucumber, avocado, tomato, coriander and a little chopped chilli. Note

If liked, add some crumbled feta cheese and chopped semi-dried tomatoes. Note

This dish can also be cooked in a frying pan over a low heat and finished off under the grill. Note

Dust work surface with a little extra self-raising flour before kneading. Remember to handle the dough gently, to achieve a tender end result. Note

You could make sweet pastry cases or use bought brandy snap baskets in place of waffle baskets. Note

Poach eggs in a frying pan of gently simmering water with a splash of vinegar until cooked to taste. Note

To make this into a complete meal, add a salad or vegetables of choice. Note

Use fresh or canned corn kernels in place of frozen. Note

Light and fluffy corn and zucchini fritters are a scrumptious way to make a vege-packed meal. Serve with sour cream and sweet chilli sauce for a great light meal for the family.

Place ramekins on oven tray before baking to make removal easier. Note

Dusting fish pieces in flour before dipping them into batter helps the batter adhere to the fish batter. Note

Delicious, healthy muesli you can make the night before. Soaking oats and seeds overnight makes them easier to digest, and the muesli will be extra creamy. Great for a quick breakfast.

You may have leftover bolognese sauce, depending on how full you stuff your jaffles. This is great enjoyed over hot spaghetti or stuffed inside a baked potato. Note

Toast split bagels before adding topping. Note

This light, flaky golden croissant is beautiful stuffed with fresh ham, eggs and oozy melted cheese to create the perfect lazy weekend breakfast or brunch.

These rolls make a great lunchbox addition. Note