Breakfast

When the fridge is bare and you need a fast, filling meal you're likely to opt for pantry staples. This pot-luck recipe gives a whole new meaning to that old stand-by beans on toast!

These quick bacon and egg pita pockets are perfect for an on-the-go breakfast or quick and nutritious lunch. Packed full of goodness, these can be wrapped up in plastic and popped in a lunch box for work or school.

Light, fluffy and packed full of goodness, this tasty vegetarian frittata is easy-to-make and is a perfect family meal for any time of the day.

This recipe is for muesli slice. Make it ahead, cut it up and wrap in paper for a breakfast you (and the kids) can eat on the go.

Perfect for a weekend brunch or morning tea, these savoury scrolls are packed full of flavour and are perfect for an on-the-go treat.

Save money by making your own bircher muesli. If you soak the oats and apple juice overnight, you'll have breakfast ready to go in a flash!

Quick, tasty and nutritious, this tomato and pesto omelette is easy-to-make and full of fresh, fragrant flavours.

Start your day with a nutritious and delicious creamy porridge, made with fresh fruit and whole grain oats.

Quick, tasty and packed full of fresh ingredients, these capsicum and tomato omelettes make the perfect nutritious vegetarian breakfast.

For a fast, nutritious and filling hot breakfast or lunch, a simple omelette is the way to go. For lunch, serve with salad or crusty bread.

Enjoy this delicious savoury mushroom omelette any time of the day - perfect served with a slice or two of thick, crusty bread.

Make your breakfast or brunch sing with these little one-pot wonders full of light and fluffy egg, wilted spinach and delicious flaky cod.

Delight your family with this fast, decadent weekend breakfast - utilise supermarket products to quickly create delicious waffles sandwiched with chocolate sauce and drizzled with honey and roasted hazelnuts.

If you love a cooked breakfast on the weekend, then tuck into bacon, baked beans and melted cheese on toasted muffins. Yum!

Jam-packed full of hearty baked beans, melted oozy cheese and scrambled eggs, this tasty jaffle is perfect for a quick and satisfying breakfast. Take one bite into this toasted, golden sandwich and enjoy the hot filling that spills out.

Brilliant for breakfast or a snack on the go, this recipe for banana smoothie takes just five minutes using ingredients you probably already have in the kitchen.

Throw in a blender and serve for an instant snack or breakfast.

The recipe for those times where it's 6pm and you're craving a hearty breakfast - enjoy these gourmet eggs breakfast, lunch or dinner.

Indulge in a gloriously sweet morning tea with homemade apricot compote served atop creamy marscapone and fluffy, buttery brioche bread.

Serve up a deliciously light French crepe, stuffed with ham, asparagus and oozy cheese this weekend and the whole family can enjoy a cafe style breakfast.

These tender, thyme and garlic mushrooms are perfect for a lazy weekend brunch. Serve with crunchy, toasted ciabatta bread and a drizzle of rich, cheesy paramesan cream for a complete meal.

Cook these little potato cakes as a weekend treat for brekky or brunch. The whole family will want seconds!

These sweet, golden corn fritters are beautiful served with a rustic homemade tomato chutney and crispy prosciutto as a light lunch. Add a couple of poached eggs to create a cafe-style breakfast or brunch dish.

These light and fluffy crepes are absolutely beautiful wrapped around tasty turkey breast, oozy Jarlsberg cheese and fresh asparagus. Enjoy this savoury French dish for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

This creamy, cheesy polenta recipe is quick, easy and authentic. Serve it topped with a perfectly poached egg and grilled asparagus for a hearty breakfast or brunch.

Create your own apricot and vanilla jam for your family and friends.

Bring a smile to your face with this wholesome and sweet fruit breakfast or dessert, partnering stewed peaches and nectarines.

This filling, fruity, low-fat yoghurt smoothie is a great after-school drink for kids.

The deliciously dense loaf is perfect for an afternoon treat with coffee and friends. Crunchy pecans contrast with the soft, moist texture of this banana bread.

Sarah Bowman prepares a fibre and nutrient-rich breakfast using winter fruits and the humble oat

Sarah Bowman prepares a fibre and nutrient-rich breakfast using winter fruits and the humble oat

Sarah Bowman prepares a fibre and nutrient-rich breakfast using winter fruits and the humble oat.

This versatile zesty spread can form the base of an amazing dessert pie or tart, serve as a substitute for jam on afternoon tea scones, or even coat your morning toast.

Sweet, nutty and packed full of wholegrains, this maple roasted fruit and pistachio muesli is beautiful served on it's own with fresh milk, or sprinkled atop yoghurt and fresh berries. Make in batches to give to your friends and family as gifts.

This quick, wholesome and fruity porridge, sprinkled with cinnamon sugar, will warm you into a new day.

Melted, oozy cheese and tasty leg-ham is sandwiched between thick slices of fluffy, buttery brioche and baked to perfection to create the ultimate French breakfast or brunch.

Whether it's for breakfast on the move or an afternoon sweet treat, this recipe for creamy raspberry smoothie is easy and delicious.

Assemble this delicious sweet breakfast dish in no time at all - layered with sweet toasted muesli, fresh summer mango and juicy strawberries, vanilla yoghurt and honey, this is a complete meal that can be served in a pretty glass!

This indulgent savoury breakfast dish is perfect for lazy weekend breakfasts with friends or partners. Light and fluffy, this tasty potato and chive pikelet is beautiful topped with thin slices of smoked trout, salty roe and a dollop of creme fraiche.

These delicious savoury breakfast cups involve minimal effort but are worthy of any weekend brunch. Delicate proscuitto is wrapped around a perfectly cooked runny egg, sitting atop sweet, fluffy brioche and baked to perfection.

Full of whole grains, nuts, seeds and delicious dried fruits, this muesli is perfect for a sweet wholesome breakfast.

Packed full of oozy, melted cheese, crispy ham and hearty baked beans, these tasty grilled sandwiches are perfect for a late breakfast or brunch. Topped with a runny poached egg, they are packed full of goodness to keep you fueled for the day.

This gluten-free seeded bread is beautiful served sliced with a drizzle of sweet honey as a quick and nutritious breakfast. Packed full of healthy fats, fibre and protein, it is a loaf that can be enjoyed any time of day, sweet or savoury.

Kids love this cheesy sausage bake which is quick and easy to prepare.

A traditional British snack-food, Scotch eggs are often enjoyed cold with pickles and salad as a more complete meal or as a delicious and energy-packed lunch box snack.

Pan-fried in a hearty, sweet tomato sauce, these homemade baked beans are perfect served atop a piece of golden, crunchy toast. Top with crispy bacon to create a cafe-style breakfast or brunch at home.

Spend a lazy weekend morning making breakfast with your children. They'll have fun eating these sweet, fluffy golden pancakes. Serve with raspberry jam and whipped cream for a decadent weekend treat.

The sweetness of maple syrup is wonderfully swirled through these dense apricot muffins, packed full of all-bran goodness.

The delicious savoury filling of marinated vegetables makes this traditional breakfast dish worthy of being eaten any time of day.

Sweet, juicy black cherries and ripe plums are beautiful stirred through this crunchy and nutty honey roasted muesli. Serve with sweet yoghurt for a beautiful breakfast dish.

These delicious low-fat slices are perfect for breakfast on-the-run, a school lunchbox snack or morning tea with a cup of coffee.

Bircher muesli is a brilliant make-ahead breakfast, and great for anyone who wishes they had more time in the morning - all the hard work can be done the night before.

The perfect savoury dish for any time of the day - breakfast, lunch or dinner.

Omelettes are no longer restricted to breakfasts - enjoy this delicious Asian spiced vegetarian omelette any time of the day.

Fancy French toast! This recipe, with camembert, vanilla, figs and berries, is just right for a special breakfast.

Full of dried fruit, sultana bran and nuts, these muffins make a healthy after-school snack.

Whether you wake up at the crack of dawn, or just after midday, there is no better to start your day than a big, nutritious breakfast bursting with flavour.

Sweet, fluffy golden brioche is beautiful served toasted and topped with a dollop of rich, creamy mascarpone and warm, juicy berries.

The earthy combination of creamy mushrooms on toast with the fresh taste of asparagus makes the perfect brunch. Leave out the cream for a dairy free breakfast.

Wonderfully sweet and fluffy, these hot cross buns are delicious served warm drizzled with maple syrup and fresh fruit. This dish makes a delicious breakfast or dessert.

Sweet, fruity and fragrant, this beautiful spiced dried fruit jam is wonderful spread on scones, bagels or a thick slice of fluffy sourdough. Prepare it as a gift for your friends and family for the holidays.

Topped with roasted mushrooms, shaved parmesan and and a fragrant garlic drizzle, this tasty bruschetta is quick to prepare and makes a delicous gourmet savoury breakfast or early lunch.

Luca Villari turns caveman in the kitchen

This hearty breakfast dish really turns up the flavour to keep you satisfied.

These homemade muesli bars are packed full of healthy fruit and nuts to keep you fuller for longer, without the sugar and other nasties!

This twist on eggs and soldiers salutes the imaginary world of Dr Seuss by using pale green-shelled Araucana bantam eggs, or simply dy white eggs with green food colouring.

The rough translation means ‘eggs in a pot’; however these have been cooked in cute individual teacups. This creamy, rich and simple meal is great eaten with a good crusty baguette.

Golden and fluffy, these sweet vanilla pikelets are beautiful served topped with fresh berries and drizzled with maple syrup for a decadent weekend breakfast.

Looking for an indulgent breakfast for weekends or a perfect sweet brunch option? These almond and custard waffles are delicious and will leave you completely satisfied.

These gluten-free pancakes are perfect for those with a gluten or wheat intolerance, and the buckwheat flour gives a nutty flavour that works perfectly with warm cooked apples and lemon syrup.

This delicious salty savoury omelette is perfect for any time of the day, packed with juicy fresh prawns and Asian greens, it's a nutritious meal that can be whipped up in no time at all.

Create a delicious, nourishing one-pot meal in no time at all. Packed with melted cheese, tasty shaved ham and perfectly cooked eggs, these mini breakfast ramekins are wonderful for any day of the week.

Bircher for breakfast is fantastic. It's filling, delicious and easy. Make a big batch of dry ingredients, then prepare single serves the night before for a fast breakfast the next day.

Fruity, sweet and tart all in one spoonful, this divine homemade passionfruit and pineapple jam is wonderful spread on warm scones or freshly toasted sour dough.

Start your day the right way with this deliciously sweet and creamy rhubarb porridge. For a big breakfast, enjoy your porridge with a piece of this golden, crumbly date and oat slice, or pack a couple of pieces into your lunchbox for some healthy snacks.

A dish worthy of being eaten breakfast, lunch or dinner; these delicious roast vegetable and pesto polenta stacks are beautiful served straight out of the oven with fresh baby spinach leaves.

Packed full of goodness, this tasty salmon and avocado salad is topped with a perfectly runny soft-boiled egg. Serve this nutritious dish for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

Delight your family on Anzac day with these wonderfully sweet breakfast and brunch ideas.

Golden, fluffy and wonderfully sweet, these beautiful homemade blueberry muffins are drizzled with a blueberry sauce and topped with a dollop of creamy yoghurt to create a divine weekend breakfast dish.

Good old-fashioned Aussie bacon and eggs get an international makeover in this recipe, served in tortillas with mozzarella and a dollop of tomato chutney.

Cripsy, golden bacon is beautiful served with hard-boiled eggs, spinach, tomatoes and barbecue sauce, rolled tightly to create a tasty breakfast wrap.

Breakfast, lunch, brunch and even a light supper ... an omelette is a quick and easy meal.

Crispy and golden, these tasty fritters made with sweet, juicy corn and creamy ricotta are beautiful served topped with smoked salmon and avocado for a relaxed weekend breakfast or brunch.

Perfectly soft boiled eggs are divine when rolled in a crunchy, nutty homemade hazelnut dukkah. Serve your eggs with a zesty artichoke side salad and Lebanese bread for a delicious breakfast or lunch.

Prepare this zesty homemade lemon and lime marmalade for your family and friends. This fruity, tart spread is perfect on toast for breakfast.

A hearty Chinese-style omelette in a pan. The hoisin pork and noodles are a great combination.

Top of the morning! Treat mum to a healthy breakfast spread that’s sure to make her smile

Cut down the calories in your cooked breakfast.

Eleanor Ozich's herbed breakfast hash with swede, pancetta and parmesan is a gorgeous gluten-free breakfast option

Creamy mushrooms on toasted brioche with bacon, fresh herbs and goats cheese will be a hit for breakfast.

These savoury pancakes are a great easy meal for either breakfast or dinner.

This is an easy dish to put together for a midweek meal. Serve it with crusty bread or jacket-baked potatoes and silverbeet.

Make these ahead of time and freeze in serving portions. Note

Frozen blueberries may be replaced with other frozen or fresh berries. Note

If desired, transfer pea mixture to a 23cm pie plate, pour egg mixture over it and bake in a moderate oven, 180°C, for 20-25 minutes. Note

Using vinegar will assist in keeping eggs together. Using freshest eggs possible will also help to prevent disintegration. Note