Breakfast

This all-natural smoothie is a meal in a tall glass. This is a great, nourishing drink for fussy- eating children or anyone on the go, delivering protein, fibre, potassium, carbohydrates and a full- bodied flavour. Note

Whip up a cafe-worthy gourmet bacon and egg roll this weekend for an indulgent breakfast or lunch. Serve with a dollop our homemade creamy aioli to really wow your tastebuds.

Add rice cereal to other fruit purées, if you like. Note

Start your morning the right way with this nourishing soy porridge. Packed with whole grains, seeds, nuts and sweet banana, it is full of goodness to charge you for the day.

For a classic and refreshing banana smoothie, try this recipe by Australian Women�s Weekly and create a nutritious breakfast for the family that�s only 5 minutes and a blender away.

You�re 5 minutes and a blender away from a delicious banana smoothie. This classic and refreshing banana smoothie makes a really nutritious breakfast for both kids and grown-ups.

Replace raspberries with blueberries or strawberries, if you prefer. Add honey and ground cinnamon if desired. Add crushed ice to the blender for an even thicker smoothie. Note

It�s a cheese omelette makeover! There�s something about fluffy eggs and the gentle taste of creamy ricotta that just fits perfectly especially when bacon and mushrooms are added.

This recipe is also nut-free. Note

Poached seasonal fruit mixed with berries and a dollop of lemon curd yoghurt makes a gorgeous summery accompaniment to tender crêpes.

Large bowls of pho are a breakfast favourite in vietnam but they can be eaten at any time of day. Remove tough outer leaves from lemongrass and discard, then use tender pale cream part for chopping. Flat dried rice noodles are often labelled “rice stick noodles”. If noodles become cold, reheat by pouring boiling water […]

If you’re cooking several omelettes with different fillings at the same time, write names on each bag before cooking to keep track. Note

Baby spinach is sold in containers of loose leaves rather than in bunches. The leaves are tender and sweet and are the perfect complement to the velvety texture of the egg. Note

Remember to use regular oats, not quick-cooking oats. If you have fresh passionfruit, spoon pulp over muesli before serving. Note

Suitable from 6 months Note

Add a slice of cheese and melt under the grill, if desired. Use ham instead of bacon to reduce the fat content. Don’t just serve this burger at breakfast, it makes a delicious, easy meal any time of day. Note

Try using leftover shredded cooked chicken, cans of drained crab meat or sauteed mushrooms instead of prawns. You can use oyster sauce instead of gravy. You’ll find the coleslaw mix in the fruit and vegetable section at supermarkets. Note

Leftovers? Use salsa in tacos, or as a dip with corn chips, rice crackers or vegetable sticks. Use cooked bacon or chicken instead of ham. Vegetarian: Swap bacon for 1 cup grated kumara (orange sweet potato). Note

No ovenpoof frying pan? Cover handle with two layers of foil before you grill. Note

You can use molasses instead of treacle. Make ahead: Make bean mixture a day ahead; keep, covered, in the fridge. Note

Cover entire surface of crème pâtissière with plastic wrap to avoid skin forming. Note

Banana and chocolate are the perfect combination in this sweet and delicious loaf. Store overripe bananas in the freezer, then defrost quickly in the microwave prior to using.

Poach eggs by sliding into a gently simmering pan of water with a splash of vinegar until cooked to taste. For ruby juice, purée 150 grams frozen raspberries and strain into a jug. Add 2 cups ruby grapefruit juice and 1 cup orange juice. Mix well. Pour over ice to serve. Note

Delicious, nutritious and healthy bircher muesli is great for a breakfast on the go. Soaking oats and seeds overnight makes them easier to digest, and the muesli will be extra creamy.

Scrumptious and versatile bubble and squeak is the perfect way to use up leftover mashed potato or vegetables. Serve with truss tomatoes and a fried egg for the perfect relaxing meal.

Eating brains can be a daunting prospect for some but if you can get over it, these herbed crumbed brains are utterly delicious. They make a very tasty breakfast dish, or a light snack.

At first glance it might seem like green eggs and ham but that's just the baby spinach. Try this quick meal for a delicious and easy feed.

The great thing about this pineapple and citrus fruit marmalade is the celebration of so many delicious fruits in the one jar. The balance of different flavours is just perfect. Spread liberally on hot buttered toast.

Next time you fancy a fry-up, try our scrambled eggs with chorizo. This Spanish sausage made with coarsely ground pork and highly seasoned with garlic and chillies is a tasty and sophisticated alternative to bacon.

Bagels are traditionally served warm with smoked salmon and cream cheese, but any filling will do. Store them in a sealed plastic bag at room temperature or wrap tightly in foil and freeze. Refrigerator storage will dry them out.

There is nothing quite like the smell and taste of raisin bread with lashings of melted butter. Try this honey and oat version for something different this weekend.

This relish is sweet and tangy with a nice note of ginger. It's perfect for jarring up and handing out as a lovely gift to family and friends. Serve it with cold meats such as ham or pork.

This tomato and rocket bruschetta would make a lovely fresh starter to your next summer barbecue. For a variation, replace the dill with basil and add a little garlic.

Marmalade is really jam for grown-ups and our grapefruit and brandy marmalade is especially sophisticated. Spread it liberally on your hot buttered toast or scones for an elegant morning snack. Serve with tea for two.

Current evidence tells us that eggs are one of nature's super foods. Because they are protein packed and contain omega-3, plus 10 vitamins and minerals, we can enjoy up to 6 a week. So go on, eat your eggs!

Try these poached eggs with truffle polenta and salsa verde for your next brunch gathering. Just the smallest amount of truffle oil adds an incredible layer of taste and sophistication to this dish.

For just a few moments of preparation the evening before, you'll be rewarded with this delicious peach bircher muesli and a great start the following day. We think you'll thank us in the morning.

A delicious breakfast can be prepared in a flash with this coconut bread. Just pop it under the grill for a couple of minutes until it begins to brown lightly and, if you like, spread it with a little butter.

Light yet satisfying, this warm asparagus and egg salad is perfect for a special weekend brunch, or a late night supper.

For a new take on a traditional treat that nana used to make, try these delicious oaty apple pikelets. The oats, apples and ricotta add a hearty and healthy element to this lovely breakfast or brunch dish.

You'll know when this lemon and passionfruit marmalade is ready, because when you put a teaspoonful on a very cold plate (put it in the freezer for a few minutes) it will set, or 'jell'. Further boiling will make it thicker.

Honeycomb is the structure made of beeswax that houses the honey; this edible chewy comb, saturated with honey, is absolutely delicious and available in health food stores and some supermarkets.

Surprise your brunch guests with baked eggs, delicately flavoured with prosciutto and brie. Serve with steaming hot mugs of coffee or tea, together with lightly toasted sourdough.

Thrill your family and friends this weekend with stacks of these delectable buttermilk pancakes with raspberry butter. The buttermilk adds tenderness and lightness to the batter and results in deliciously soft texture.

No, there's no mistake. It is a bread pudding. But it's not a dessert. It's simply a delicious mixture of sourdough, chorizo, olives and mushrooms, all held together with cheese and eggs. Kind of like the best brunch you will ever have.

You can use any combination of dried fruit for this compote and, if you prefer, you can serve it warm with porridge for a healthy and hearty breakfast, or with ice-cream, as a sweet.

Traditionalists may scorn at the inclusion of chocolate in this best ever hot cross bun recipe, but we think there is a place for the humble choc-chip. Either way, enjoy them hot from the oven with lashings of butter.

Gourmet, decadent, luxurious, rich. All of these will come to mind when you see this glorious stack of pancakes coming your way for Sunday brunch.

Give your usual full English a little bit of French inspiration with this creamy scrambled eggs on brioche version. Remove your eggs from the heat when they are still slightly undercooked and let them finish off in the pan for a perfect result.

Give your morning pick-me-up orange juice a little extra zing with the addition of ginger. You'll be treating yourself to a hefty dose of vitamin C and manganese. Plus, it tastes great.

There can be few things as comforting or nutritious as a warming bowl of porridge. Here, we've teamed up the humble oat with this delicious fruit compote to give you a breakfast that will set you up for the day.

The beauty of homemade jams are that you can adjust the sweetness to your taste. The addition of the mandarin to this recipe adds a lovely citrus flavour. The jam will be ready when a teaspoon-full 'jells' when placed on a cold plate.

Home made baked beans, with bacon, sausages and eggs really is the full monty when it comes to a great breakfast. Toast a couple of slices of good bread, brew a cup of your favourite joe and you're set for the day.

Pancakes need syrup like apples need cinnamon. Combine all four and you have pure delight. Make sure you get the real maple syrup for this dish. The artificially flavoured stuff just isn't the same.

A jar filled with this mango and strawberry jam will make a delightful gift for family and friends. It also tastes delicious, so don't forget to keep a jar or two for yourself

Crisp butter puff pastry, creamy vanilla crème pâtissière and juicy apricots make these pastries the ultimate treat for breakfast or morning tea.

This omelette is called a "Western" in most states east of the Mississippi River and a "Denver" in the western half of the United States.

Here, French toast gets a whole new look, and it’s bound to be a hit with young and old alike.

More sophisticated than pancakes, these buckwheat blinis topped with poached eggs and smoked salmon make a gorgeous dish for brunch with friends.

This recipe stays true to the dish's Mexican origins. It is an exciting dish, and full of flavour.

Swap traditional bread for a lightly grilled croissant in this well-loved classic.

A roll up is a great way to eat your ham and egg on the go. Make the wrap the night before, up to end of step 2, cook in the morning. Note

Surprise your loved ones this weekend with this delicious French toast and berry compote. Sprinkle with a dusting of icing sugar for that finishing touch. A perfect brunch.

This tasty Mexican inspired breakfast quesadilla encases oozy cheese, runny eggs and hearty beans to create a healthy, flavour-packed breakfast or lunch that will fuel you for the day.

Gift these jars of sunshine to anyone and they'll be forever grateful. The combination of sweet apricot and tart lemon makes this jam so delicious you'll have a hard time giving it away!

Delicious hot or cold, for breakfast, lunch or dinner, a frittata is the way to go for a quick and easy meal.

Not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

A hearty and wholesome Asian-style omelette with stir-fried beef and mushroom.

This easy jam recipe can be made at any time of the year.

Delicious spread on toast, this chunky apricot jam would make the perfect home-made gift. To test if it is ready, put a plate in the freezer for a few minutes, then see if the jam 'jells' when you blob a teaspoon full onto the cold surface.

These divine chocolate and hazelnut croissants make a decadent breakfast dish, best served warm.

Served with tomato chutney, these easy bacon and egg tarts are perfect for breakfast or brunch.

This recipe first appeared in the September 1975 issue of The Australian Women's Weekly, in a decade when sourdough bread was not commonplace, showing The Weekly was well and truly ahead of its time. You will need to start the recipe 3 days ahead; however the end result is well worth the effort. And once you've got your sourdough starter it will keep in good condition for 2 weeks.

For a tasty breakfast or lunch, try these tortillas filled with creamy scrambled eggs and spicy pumpkin seed sauce.

For a different option, grate the apple coarsely. Note

You won't find a more satisfying weekend brunch dish than Eggs Benedict.

Pancakes aren't only for breakfast, they make a delicious dessert too.

Light and healthy röstis that are perfect for breakfast and lunch or for sharing with friends.

This simple nut-free muesli is great for kids, and ideal for making lunchbox snacks such as muesli bars and muffins with.

This superfood smoothie is delicious, nutritious and filling.

low GI Note