Try adding other vegetables of choice. Note

You can use a can of diced tomatoes, a little red wine and some dried mixed herbs in place of the pasta sauce. Note

This simple chilli con carne recipe is a must-try for cooler months!

Fresh pineapple, chilli and kaffir lime leaves add a zesty hit to this beef noodle salad recipe

Keep leftover spicy seasoning in an airtight container and use it a spice rub for barbecues. It can also he sprinkled over seafood before cooking. Note

To roast tomatoes, place on a baking tray, drizzle with a little oil and bake in a moderate oven, 180°C, for 15-20 minutes. Note

Crusted beef with white bean salad

If preferred, use horseradish cream or grain mustard in place of green peppercorns. Note

Use any short pasta you have. Reduce the liquid and turn this into a one-pot casserole. Note

Omit the capsicum and sprinkle each steak with a little grated mozzarella cheese, if preferred. Note

Try topping with a salsa of chopped tomato, avocado, chives and a squeeze of lemon. Note

To cook jacket potatoes in the microwave, wash thoroughly and pierce potato skins all over with a fork (this allows steam to escape). Rub with oil and salt, place around the outer edge of turntable. Cook in microwave on HIGH for 10 minutes or until tender. Stand 10 minutes. Note

If risotto is cooked after 2 cups of stock are added. don’t add remaining stock. Note

If liked, drain a little of the oil from the marinade and fry the garlic and thyme in a small frying pan, until garlic is crisp. Sprinkle over steaks to serve. If snake beans are unavailable, use plain green beans instead. Note

To char-grill your own vegetables, thinly slice, spray with olive oil and barbecue 3-4 minutes each side; cool. Store, drizzled with olive oil, in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week. Note

If preferred, use 750g rump steak and cut into 4 pieces. Do not turn steak more than once while cooking. Note

This is perfect for a weekend dinner and the leftover meat makes the best sandwiches – just use a little pickle and lettuce on soft bread with the beef.

Salting eggplant before cooking removes its bitter juices. Note

Allow 15-20 minutes per 500g of meat for rare. Note

We used frozen mixed vegetables containing peas, corn, beans and carrot. Note

To test when a roast is done, use tongs to gently squeeze. Rare is very soft, medium-rare is soft, medium is soft but springy, medium-well is firm and well-done is very firm. Note

Make ahead (it tastes better when it’s reheated) and serve warm, not hot.

Add some red wine to the pan juices. Bring to the boil. Boil until reduced and thickened. Serve as a sauce over the beef. Spread beef with mustard or horseradish before sprinkling with herbs and seasonings, if desired. Note

For a lighter version, use light evaporated milk, blended with 1 teaspoon cornflour, in place of cream. Simmer for 3 minutes, stirring. Note

Rare steak feels “very soft”. For well done, continue cooking on a slightly reduced heat, until meat feels “very firm”. Note

Healthy eating is easy with this Asian-inspired beef salad that�s bursting with fresh Thai flavours. Seared and marinated beef is served on a bed of crisp lettuce and cucumber.

This is also delicious made with fish instead of steak. Reduce cooking time to 10 minutes. Curry can be made 1 day ahead. Note

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

Looking for an easy and delicious mid-week meal that the whole family will love and takes practically no time? Try these tasty beef and bean burritos topped with creamy guacamole.

Look out for mixed mushroom packs. We used shiitake, oyster and shimeji (or nameko). Note

Makes 16 Note

Make spicy fried rice using cooked rice, chilli, ginger, peas, cabbage, carrot, eschalots, eggs, soy, fish sauce and lime. Note

For quality beef, look for the meat-Standards Australia (MBA) symbol at participating butchers and supermarkets. You can also cook casseroles in a slow oven, 150°C, 3 hours. Note

Don’t have a cutter? Trace around a saucer. Note

You can replace blue cheese in the recipe with cheddar or brie if preferred. Note

A nourishing and fresh beef salad with chargrilled capsicum. The beautiful textures in this salad are complemented with a tasty paprika mayonnaise.

Guinness adds a beautiful depth of flavour in this beef and mushroom pie. With crispy pastry and delicious chuck steak cubes, it's a warming meal that is well worth the extra effort!

You can replace aioli with a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Note

This is a one-pot wonder, and the flavour will improve if you make it the day before. Bouquet garni is a mixture of aromatic herbs tied together which are used for flavour and removed towards the end of cooking. A mixture of thyme, parsley stalks and bay leaves is most common. Note

Makes 5 cups This sauce freezes really well. When it’s cold, spoon serving quantities into a freezer container or freezer bags. Note

Prepare instant polenta following packet instructions. You could also use chuck steak or gravy beet, trimmed and cut into large chunks. Reduce cooking time by 2 hours. Note

This quick, fresh stir-fry makes a great mid-week dinner. Just add steamed rice or noodles. Too easy!

If you’re cooking this soup in a pressure cooker or slow cooker, soak and drain the noodles following packet instructions and add to the soup before serving. Note

For perfect crisp potatoes, parboil kipfler potatoes until just tender. Drain well and pat dry. Cut in half lengthways to increase surface area. Place on a tea towel and cool, uncovered, to remove excess moisture. Pan-fry in a little olive mixed with butter and rosemary sprigs, until crisp and golden. Season to taste. Note

With macaroni, melted cheese, garlic and butter there is absolutely no way this hearty Italian meal could possibly disappoint.

Suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

If canned peppercorns aren’t available, use 1 extra tablespoon of freshly ground black pepper instead. Note

For a thicker gravy, whisk 1 tablespoon cornflour into 1/4 cup reduced sauce. Bring to boil, stirring, until thickened. Simmer 3 minutes. Note

Use a salad of thinly sliced cucumber, red capsicum strips and parsley leaves, dressed with olive oil and lemon juice. Note

Use other vegetables of choice or add a favourite bunch of Asian greens. Note

Horseradish cream can be replaced with mustard or sweet chilli sauce if preferred. Remove steaks from fridge 10 minutes before cooking to bring to room temperature. Note

Oxtail makes a very rich sauce, so a little goes a long way. This recipe makes enough sauce for 750g of dried fettuccine. Note

Not suitable to microwave. Beef mixture can be frozen in an airtight container. Note

These tasty rissoles and chips with tomato relish will soon be a family favourite and the best thing is you can freeze your leftovers and enjoy them again later.

Suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Try this easy and delicious beef pad see ew recipe for dinner tonight and enjoy a takeaway favourite made in your very own home!