Christmas Day is officially over, but your abundance of leftover ham and turkey begs to differ! Here are our top 10 recipe ideas for deliciously dealing to that fridge full of leftovers
Ensure everyone enjoys a delicious Christmas feast with our collection of hearty vegetarian recipes! These are more than just side dishes - each one can easily star as a vege-friendly alternative to traditional turkey or ham.
Beware: This fried brie recipe is seriously irresistible! The combination of ooey gooey melted cheese, crunchy breadcrumbs and sweet peach chutney will go down as an all-time entertaining favourite
Let's face it, Christmas feasting begins from the moment you open your eyes on the 25th! Get ready for a day of grazing with these nibbles recipes - they're perfect for keeping the family satisfied until the main event!
These classic biscuits and slices are Kiwi baking at its best! Get nostalgic with all your favourite recipes including Anzac biscuits, Afghans, Weet-Bix slice, crackle slice and melting moments.
Enjoy the deliciousness of takeaways alongside the joy of homemade cooking with this recipe for spicy lemongrass pork burgers. Packed with a fresh and zingy mango slaw, this meal will have you licking your lips.
Get game day ready with these finger-licking nibbles recipes. They're super easy to prepare and perfect for snacking on during those edge-of-your-seat moments throughout the game. May the best team win!
Nadia Lim's honey mustard chicken recipe is too good not to become a family favourite! Ready in just 30 minutes and cooked to perfection in one pan, this dish is delicious served with mashed potatoes
This fragrant curry goes a step further with the famed combination of chicken and apricot, resulting in a simple but delicious dinner. It's such a fantastic way to experiment with fresh summer fruit!
If you usually rely on dining out and Uber Eats for dinner, the thought of cooking for yourself might be a bit stressful. To help, we've pulled together 10 of our easiest recipes - so even beginner cooks can have healthy and delicious meals!
Is there anything more convenient than a tray-baked dinner? Just chop up your ingredients, layer them on the tray with a bit of seasoning, then put your feet up while the oven does the rest. A delicious, nutritious dinner in a flash!
This macaroni is what dreams are made of - it's extra cheesy, super simple and topped with delicious roasted tomatoes for an added dose of veg. Whip one up for a quick and easy dinner - you'll have it on the table in less than 20 minutes!
With its fibrous, ‘stringy’ texture, jackfruit makes the perfect pulled pork or shredded chicken substitute for anyone cutting back on meat. Try these delicious barbecue jackfruit burgers to get a taste for it - you'll never look back!
Not everyone will be cooking for two this Valentine's Day, but that doesn't mean you have to miss out on a romantic dinner! Treat yourself to one of these lovely single-serve dishes - there's nothing like good food to make you feel less alone.
If you’ve never tried asparagus, egg and prosciutto (or ham or bacon) together, then you’ve been missing out! All the components of this dish pair beautifully together - making it a perfect BBQ side dish.
Nail the trendiest meal of the moment with this ginger salmon poke bowl recipe. Fresh, fast and healthy, this Hawaiian-inspired dish makes a delicious gluten and dairy-free lunch or light dinner
All you need is four ingredients to bring this simple blackberry and apple jam recipe to life. Share a jar with your nearest and dearest or keep in the pantry a delicious dose of fruity goodness whenever you want
This courgette cake recipe is simply divine! Easily whipped up in a muffin pan, these little cakes are spiked with lemon and topped with crystallised frosty blueberries. Serve with lemon drizzle and enjoy!
As New Year's resolutions go, getting fit and healthy is at the top of most lists. We've put together our tastiest meals, sweets and guilt-free extras to help get your goals off to a delicious start.
This watermelon salad recipe is a winner! As well as being dairy and gluten-free (so it's perfect for sharing with everyone at the table), it can be whipped up in just 10 minutes. How easy is that?
There's no need to throw out your Christmas leftovers, give them a makeover instead! The brown butter, or beurre noisette, gives these basic leftovers a truly incredible lift.
Grilled on the barbecue is our favourite way to eat courgettes. If you want to dress them up, add some sweet peas, mint and, if you like, a little soft feta, ricotta or marinated buffalo cheese like in this recipe.
This jewel-bright jumble of kūmara and goat’s cheese is the perfect side salad for a festive feast. Whether you're hosting Christmas at your place or need a great dish to bring along, this recipe is bound to be a hit.
Raise a glass - it's the most wonderful time of the year! These summery cocktails will bring the cheer for you and your guests this Christmas, so make sure you give yourself a chance to relax in the sun with a drink in hand.
Is there any combination quite as tasty as chicken, cranberry and brie? Wrap this delectable mixture up in crispy filo pastry to make little parcels that are bursting with flavour - perfect as a Christmas starter or take-a-plate idea.
These tasty chicken sticks make a finger-licking snack that is perfect as a starter in your Christmas feast or dinner party. Packed with flavour and delightfully crispy, they'll be gone before you know it!
Italy’s most famous antipasto makes the perfect addition to a sharing platter - so try one of these three scrumptious ideas to impress your guests. They would be a fantastic way to get the nibbles started on Christmas Day!
This cheat's Caesar salad recipe is your quickfire way to creating a side dish that's perfect for summer barbecues. With the crunchy croutons, creamy dressing and flavourful grilled lettuce, this dish is sure to become a favourite!
Why buy takeaway pizza when you can make something far more nutritious and delicious at home? With options for gluten-free and vegetarian pizza-lovers, as well as a tasty dessert idea, there’s something here for everyone.
You'd be hard pressed to find a homemade meatballs recipe that's quicker or easier to make than this one! Pinch the ground meat out of sausages to create meatballs that taste just as good as if you'd made them from scratch.
This is such a simple citrus tart that has become a favourite as it can be made at a minute’s notice. Enjoy either as a light and zingy dessert or with a cup of coffee in the afternoon.
Fresh, tasty and so simple to throw together, Nadia Lim's tacos with walnut and almond chilli from her new cookbook Vegful are sure to become a family favourite
Find out just how well avocado pairs with sweet flavours by whipping up a batch of these gorgeous avocado and lemon muffins. Topped with a delightful lemon frosting, these little treats are just perfect for lunch boxes.
Is there anything you can't put in a fritter? From veges and seafood to meat and cheese, a good fritter recipe is a must-have in your cooking repertoire. Discover our best recipes in this lip-smacking collection.
There's a reason the combination of lemon and chicken is adored around the world - there's something about the succulent pairing that you just can't beat. Try our best lemon chicken recipes, from a flavourful tagine to a lavish roast.
Twist up your midweek dinner ideas with these deliciously healthy crumbed courgette and slaw wraps. Completely meat free, and full of mouthwatering flavour - you simply can't go wrong!
If you’re trying to incorporate more veges into your weeknight meals, then we’ve got you covered. This soul-satisfying tempeh and red lentil curry is delicious when served with roasted greens and crunchy tamari nuts and seeds.
Jazz up the comforting combo of chicken and rice with these outside-the-box recipes. As well as the classic chicken fried rice, we've got dishes spanning Mexico to Korea in this tasty collection - all simple and all delish!
Two comfort food favourites collide in this ribsticking recipe! Classic mac 'n' cheese gets an injection of flavour with French onion soup sauce and cheesy breadcrumb topping. It's a cheat day must!
This spaghetti recipe highlights the beauty of simplicity. Pasta needs little more than garlic, lemon and oil to make it into an exquisite meal – just throw plenty of flavour at it and make sure it’s cooked al dente!
Compromise on cost, not on flavour with this budget-friendly but oh-so-tasty chicken schnitzel recipe. Pair with our zingy lemon parsley butter and crunchy cabbage slaw for a well-balanced dinner idea.
After mastering the classic scone – and our favourite lemonade scone – try some of these creative combinations at your next afternoon tea. Here, we bring you sweet, buttery treats and rich savoury scones.
Vegetarian pho lovers can eat their heart out with this tantalising recipe, which is packed with vegetables and tofu. Ginger and star anise lend their unique flavours to this variation of the Vietnamese noodle soup.
This sharp, zingy pho is a wonderfully warming meal. With juicy strips of chicken, freshly wilted bok choy and the flavourful goodness of lime, coriander and chilli, a bowl of this noodle soup is an explosion of taste.
Overflowing with cabbage, mushrooms and red onion, this beef and hoisin pho is a sense-tingling variation of the traditional Vietnamese noodle soup. Serve with generous toppings of coriander, crispy shallots and chilli flakes!
This deliciously easy potato wedges and chicken poutine is the perfect Canadian-inspired dinner for tonight! It's simple and quick yet packed with bags of fresh wholesome flavour.
Get your slurp on with this noodle hot pot, which really packs a punch in flavour! With juicy rare beef, zingy fresh herbs and our lively miso ginger sauce, this quick and easy meal is a bowl of delight.
These little biscuits are the French version of shortbread, mainly from the Brittany area, and they are rich, buttery and too delicious! Keep a batch on hand for an irresistible treat when the temptation comes.
Elevate your chicken with this mouth-watering crumb of pecorino, black pepper and sage. Fried until a beautiful dark golden brown, these chicken breasts make a delicious centrepiece for any balanced meal.
This lamb curry is ideal for a weeknight dinner. Bursting with delicious spices, served with nutritious chickpea and cauliflower rice and pulled together in just 45 minutes, it's sure to become a firm family favourite.
With just 15 minutes preparation, this no-bake lemon slice is the easiest sweet treat you'll ever make! Going down a treat in school lunch boxes or as an afternoon snack, this zingy, zesty bite is a winner.
This potato bake is oozing with cheddar, making for a dish that exudes comfort and warmth. Creamy and cheesy, with a sharp kick from the hot English mustard topping, this is the perfect winter side dish.
Take the hassle out of dinner time with our easy one pot meal recipes. From a speedy parmigiana to our tastiest chicken pie, these dishes cut down on effort and make quick work of washing up.
My mum makes the best biscuits and these are no exception. Chock-full of oats, raisins and chocolate chunks, they're perfect for school lunches, afternoon treats or whenever you're craving a sweet snack!
Have a warming dinner on the table in no time thanks to this collection of quick and easy winter meals. Because no one should be stuck in the kitchen when they could be snuggled up by the fire!
If you're looking for a fresh vegetarian burger idea, this recipe should be at the top of your list. Fennel and lemon-crumbed mozzarella oozes out at first bite, and the brioche buns are grilled in parmesan for extra flavour!
Creamy and cheesy with just the right amount of kick, this warm jalapeno, cheese and cauliflower dip is a fantastic appetiser or snack. Serve alongside our cheesy toasts for a delightfully crunchy dish.
Packed with delicious dried tropical fruit, this slice will remind you of sunshine. A little bit crispy and a little bit chewy, it's a delightful snack for lunchboxes or to pair with a cup of tea.
Get the BBQ cranked up and prepare this flavour-packed chicken dish. With a delicious Korean-style marinade and colourful bursts of fresh vege strips, it's an exciting recipe that is so simple to create.
The perfect indulgence at Easter – or any time of the year – these sweet, sticky, bite-sized treats are for sugar fans young and old. Whip them up in just 15 minutes, then allow to set before digging in!
These avocado fries are simply scrumptious. With a crispy batter of panko crumbs and delicious seasoning, served with our zingy green yoghurt sauce, they make a fantastic vegetarian side dish.
The great thing about chicken breast is that it will soak up whatever flavours you throw at it. Here, it’s coated in balsamic vinegar, pan-fried and drizzled in romesco, the classic Spanish roasted red pepper sauce.
This is a super cute and easy snack idea for hungry kids at Easter time. Or, make it into a fun activity and fill old mason jars with nibbles, tie with twine, add fresh flowers and gift to grandparents or teachers.
A zingy sauce with barbecued meat is one of my favourite things. This vinaigrette delivers a sweet and sour piquancy. Try it – and this simple salad – with roast pork or shredded duck, too.
Guests will love this fruity and leafy salad with a slight lemony nut crunch. Kale and cavolo nero are easy to grow and can easily be substituted for each other – here Fiona has used a combination. Just remove the tough central stalk from the leaves before slicing or chopping finely.
Surprisingly, common table grapes relish some roasting time in the oven, transforming into little caramelly globes of flavour which, in this dish, burst sour-sweet deliciousness onto roasted pumpkin. A sprinkle of toasted seeds adds a final, lovely crunch.
The traditional Italian sweet and sour sauce, agrodolce, from The Food of Love Cookery School caught Mum’s eye and, in the absence of rabbit, she has used chicken and it’s perfect.
Warmer weather brings the excitement of fresh, vibrant flavour combinations, and what better way to maximise the summery vibes, and experience Thailand on a plate, than with Exotic Food.
The basis of Luke's Kitchen's menu is founded on two basic components: pizza and seafood. When those two components combine in their 'Neverfail' pizza, you can taste the magic. Learn how to make the Kuaotunu hot spot's star dish.
It's hard to believe this seafood coconut curry only takes 20 minutes to make! Bursting with authentic flavour from fresh and ground herbs, plus delicious clams, prawns and white fish, this is a perfect midweek dinner.
These tasty eggplant wedges are the perfect accompaniment for any dish! Covered in flavoursome Greek oregano and lemon, then dipped in garlic Greek yoghurt, it's a delicious side everyone will love.
Green beans get a delicious face-lift in this recipe, crusted with caraway seeds and parmesan. Paired with perfectly-cooked beef fillet, it makes for a wholesome and incredibly tasty dinner.
This golden crumb is ideal for a fish that might have dark flesh running through it - it’s a great disguise with lots of flavour! Ready in just 20 minutes, this is a seafood dish that should definitely be in your repertoire.
Coconut rice matches perfectly with this delicious green curry, which is filled with fresh seafood and authentic flavours. Quick and easy, it's an ideal dinner for those cooler nights!
Treat yourself to a quick and delicious Mexican dinner with these scrumptious chipotle bean soft-shell tacos. Pulled together in under 40 minutes, vegetarian meals have never been tastier!
There's nothing that says summer quite like a well-grilled corn on the cob, and this recipe will certainly bring the sun to your backyard. Pop them on the BBQ, then mix with fresh salad ingredients.
This salad is a perfect match for any barbecue dinner - fresh, flavoursome and so simple to whip up. Just what everyone needs on a long summer's evening!
This quick and easy meat-free filling is a great option for those who are flatting, as it can be served over rice or piled into a jacket potato, as well as making a great stuffing for veges.
Add a splash of colour to your grill this barbecue season with these flavoursome pork and peach skewers. Tender, tasty and so simple to make, you'll love bringing this to your next potluck.
The beauty of these burgers is that they are super-fast, super-tasty and super-simple. The name ‘Smash Burger’ comes from the technique of smashing the ball of mince into a screaming hot cast iron pan or onto a hot plate, allowing the patties to crisp up beautifully.
This is one of those meals you can whip up quickly, but won’t have you compromising on flavour. The lamb lollipops are bite-sized and covered in a delicious rub, while the tasty slaw is a cinch to bring together – light, crisp and a great way to enjoy your veges.
Save money on dinner tonight with these quick and easy lamb burgers. Filled with juicy lamb steaks and our incredible homemade beetroot sauce recipe - it's a meal the whole family will love!
This devilled sausages recipe is perfect for a fuss-free family dinner. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's a delicious and wholesome idea for a busy weeknight.
Get your daily dose of greens with this salad, which has every shade of green under the sun! Mixing together all the favourites, from asparagus to avocado to basil pesto, it's a winning combo.
With juicy grilled beef, sweet slices of pear and peppery rocket leaves, this salad combination knocks flavoursome out of the park. Grab a bowl for a delicious and wholesome lunch.
This recipe is ideal when you're wanting to get a healthy dinner on the table in a flash. Taking just 30 minutes to prepare, you'll have a delightfully balanced meal in your bellies, pronto.
Swap out fried rice for a healthier version in this broccoli rice recipe. Mixed with prawns, peas and beans, as well as the zingy flavours of ginger and chilli, this dish is a breath of fresh air.
These satay chicken rainbow rolls are a perfect starting dish for summer. Bursting with fresh flavours and a delicious dollop of Exotic Food's Satay Sauce, it's like having a taste of sunshine.
These crispy fish tacos are packed with the delightful crunch of fried fish and punch of Exotic Food's Sriracha Mayonnaise. Serve with a drizzle of soy sauce and Chinese five-spice for extra kick.
With slices of succulent rump steak, a beautiful zing from coriander and chilli flakes, and the flavour explosion of Exotic Food's Pad Thai Sauce, this dish is sure to become a firm favourite.
This mango passionfruit and coconut lassi is a delicious addition to a breakfast spread or afternoon snack. Whip it up in just five minutes and enjoy the unbeatable burst of tropical sweetness.
Master the art of making beignets with this fun recipe. Spiked with the tangy, tropical flavours of coconut and lime, these pillowy French doughnuts are an afternoon snack you'll love making.
The countdown to Christmas has begun and the one thing on everyone’s mind, apart from the presents piled under the tree, is the food that will be adorning our tables come Christmas Day. So get ahead of the game this Christmas with a beautiful grazing platter, so there is no need to worry about the festive table looking inadequate or running dry before time’s up.