Date, almond and chocolate torte
This light chocolate torte is baked in two layers, which can then be sandwiched together with whipped cream and topped with berries.
Berry & orange friands
Celebrate summer berries with these little and lovely gluten-free friands
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Potato, capsicum and olive frittata
Give your usual potato frittata a gutsy flavour kick by adding capsicum and olive. Serve it warm from the oven with a green salad or take it on a romantic picnic.
Oreo-stuffed chocolate chip cookies
Nothing beats fresh homemade cookies. Except homemade cookies with the hidden surprise of an Oreo in the centre. You're welcome!
Spicy chorizo & green beans
This dish reminds me of the food you get in Portugal – hearty and spicy. Mind you, there it would be served with a double dose of carbs – rice and fried potatoes, no doubt! I make it a more complete and healthier meal by adding boiled eggs for a quick and tasty summer supper.
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Beetroot, pea & feta quiche
Try this lovely quiche, dotted with beetroot, peas and feta
Limoncello zabaglione
This quick-to-make custard is very rich so serve either warm and drizzled over fresh berries or chilled in small glasses.
Chocolate Nutella custard
Custard is one of life’s simple pleasures. Add Nutella to the mix and you have a delectable dessert. Photo by Bauersyndication.com.au.
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Vanilla rum custard
Serve this delicious alcoholic custard with Christmas pud, pineapple upside down cake, in fact almost any cake, bananas…
Traditional custard recipes
Nail this culinary classic and you'll never go back to the packet variety. Custard is a beautiful dessert on its own, but it's also the starting point for pies, puddings, ice cream, trifle and cakes.
Almond & Cointreau tuile with fruits of the forest recipe
Luca Villari teams up with chef Antonio Crisci at his picturesque Waiheke vineyard and restaurant Poderi Crisci for this sublime Italian dessert. Photography by Todd Eyre.
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Mini Yorkshire puddings with beef, basil & tomato
These are a wonderful treat for a party – small enough to pop in one’s mouth but substantial enough to be filling after a few. Photography by Todd Eyre.
Celebrate the Boxing Day races
Toast the Boxing Day Races on December 26 with a light lunch, easy bite-size plates and lots of Champagne.
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Indian-spiced potato, fried egg & kasundi
An exotic yet quick midweek dinner for the family. Photography by Bauer Syndication.
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Mixed mushrooms with smoked salmon, egg and seed topping
Rise and shine with these mixed mushrooms, smoked salmon, egg, and seed topping - a delicious, nourishing start to your day!
Vanilla slice
A classic treat made from layers of flaky, buttery pastry with vanilla-flecked custard filling. Photography and recipe by Gourmet Traveller.
Individual tartes aux herbes
These cheesy little tarts flavoured with fresh herbs offer the perfect solution to lunch or a light dinner. Photography by Jani Shepherd/Gatherum Collectif.
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Smoked tofu salad with peanut dressing
This smoked tofu salad is simple, nourishing, and tasty. Garnished with a delicious peanut dressing, this is the perfect light dinner for any night of the week.
Custard fruit tarts
Sweet petite custard and fruit tarts are delicious dessert appetiser to take to Christmas dinner. Make ahead to save time and assemble close to serving.
Bantam-egg tartines
I’ve had the pleasure of knowing two old dames who could each put together a knock-out egg sandwich. Sadly, they’re no longer here so these little French-style toasts are my salute to them. Thank you, Ruby and Jean. Photography by Jani Shepherd/Gatherum Collectif.
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Caramelised onion, ham and pecorino strata
If you have any leftover stale bread save it to use in this savoury bread pudding. You can also veg it up! Forget the ham and replace it with 4 slices drained, sliced, roasted red capsicum.
Silver beet omelette with capsicum salad
This tasty, wholesome and nourishing silver beet omelette with capsicum salad is a delicious vegetarian breakfast, lunch, or dinner!
Pasta with poached egg and spinach
Tasty, fresh pasta with poached egg and spinach. A perfectly balanced dish full of wholesome, delicious ingredients.
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Gingerbread loaf cake with campfire Puhoi Valley half & half caramel sauce and vanilla ice-cream
There’s nothing greater than a slice of good gingery cake, cool vanilla ice cream and creamy caramel sauce. This sticky loaf style cake is perfect for taking on trips and it freezes well. Just warm each slice for a few seconds in the microwave before adding the ice cream and warm sauce.
Summer vegetable free range scramble
This recipe is a must have go to for speedy breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner – its versatility is unsurpassed. Free-range eggs, Puhoi Valley Half & Half, a scratching of good cheese, whatever vege you have on hand, some wholegrain bread and, presto – one beaut meal. Done.
Poached egg and avocado bruschetta
This light, low GI, avocado and herb salad, sourdough bruschetta, is a perfect dish for brunch, or for an afternoon snack. This recipe is suitable for diabetics.
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Bacon, chive and potato quiche
This delicious quiche combines crispy bacon, hearty potatoes and fragrant herbs to create a delicious family meal, perfect for weeknight dinners. Enjoy it warm from the oven with a side salad, or serve cool as a lunch-box snack.
Smokey shakshuka
Savoury breakfasts don't get much better than this! Gooey eggs, zesty tomatoes and delicious spices - a tasty AND healthy start to your morning! This recipe is suitable for diabetics.
Scrambled eggs, smashed avocado and bean breakfast wrap
Rise and shine with this hearty and delicious scrambled egg, smashed avocado and bean breakfast wrap - wholesome energy for the whole morning. This recipe is suitable for diabetics.
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Fried eggs and spiced yoghurt sauce
This Middle Eastern dish is perfect for breakfast, it will help keep your blood sugar levels in check for the rest of the day. And this means you are less likely to succumb to quick-fix snacks!
New Zealand Woman’s Weekly’s top 10 picnic recipes
A weekend summer’s picnic is a great way to spend time with friends and family. Whether it’s a picnic food for kids or something a little more sophisticated, here are our top 10 recipes that you can make the day before, travel well and everyone will love.
Fruit tea with strawberry mille-feuille and tea syrup
Kiwi chef and global high tea winner Laurent Loudeac shares his tea infused mille-feuille recipe.
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Top 10 weekend breakfasts
Treat your loved ones this weekend with one of our top 10 weekend breakfasts
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Quick and easy quiches
Quick and easy quiches
Turmeric aioli
Turmeric aioli
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14 indulgent pavlova recipes with modern flavours
A classic pavlova is always popular at Christmas, but if you want your take on the dessert to stand out, we suggest trying some of these indulgent twists on the old favourite. Strawberries and kiwifruit have their place – but so do tamarillos, mangos, coconut, cherries, rhubarb and more!
Spanish tortilla with chorizo and manchego
Spanish tortilla is traditionally made a day ahead and served at room temperature. It does, however, taste very nice straight from the pan and is perfect for slicing up and serving in a tapas style. Photograph by Stephen Goodenough.
Buckwheat pikelets with honey-sweetened lemon curd
These beautifully rustic buckwheat pikelets are best enjoyed straight from the pan and are wonderfully light and fluffy to eat. The buckwheat flour gives a lovely earthy flavour – the perfect partner for the zesty homemade lemon curd. Photograph, props and styling by Eleanor Ozich.
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Gooey caramel meringue slice
I can still remember making this slice as a young girl. I’m sure I created a terrible mess in the kitchen but the reward was always worth it!
Creamy egg open salad sandwich
We've switched up the classic egg sandwich by layering beetroot and radish chutney, watercress and creamy mashed eggs on rye. Delish! And perfect for diabetics too.
Taste’s perfect pancake recipes
The secret to the perfect lazy Sunday is pancakes. And the secret to perfect pancakes is here in this collection of delicious recipes from Taste magazine. They're worth getting out of bed for!
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Choc-coconut macaroon cake
This cake channels the finer points of a Bounty bar – coconut dacquoise rounds are layered with coconut-chocolate truffle filling and given a boozy hit of coconut liqueur for good measure.
For the love of eggs
New Zealanders love eggs, and a plate of crispy toasted sourdough with a sunshine-yellow egg on top is one of the best things to wake up to in the morning! We bring you recipes for poaching, scrambling, frying and soft-boiling eggs to perfection, as well as creative creations, flavourful Asian-inspired dishes, omelettes, quick-and-easy fritters, and everyone's café favourite: eggs benedict.
Bibimbap
Feed the family tonight with this delicious Korean inspired bibimbap - full of fresh, authentic Korean flavours, this quick and easy dish ticks all the boxes!
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Dairy-free gelato
Love ice-cream but find it doesn't love you back? Fear not! This dairy-free gelato is full of delicious flavour and texture, and makes for the perfect summer treat!
Spicy zucchini omelette
Spice up dinner tonight with this healthy and flavoursome spicy zucchini omelette - fresh, lean and satisfying. Suitable for the 2-Day Fast Diet.
Hot-smoked salmon and egg salad
Looking for a light yet satisfying lunch? This fresh and tasty hot-smoked salmon and egg salad is healthy, filling and makes a great portable lunch option. Suitable for the 2-Day Fast Diet.
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Whole egg raviolo
This impressive restaurant-style dish from Liliana Battle's book, 'Easy Home Cooking Italian Style' can now be made at home. This stunning dish is often called ‘Raviolo of the Sun’ because of the bright yellow of the yolk as it oozes out once cut.
Korean bibimbap
This traditional Korean dish can be enjoyed any time of day. The combination of stir-fried beef, rice and and a oozy fried egg is a match made in heaven and will give you lasting energy to power through the day.
Egg white omelette with olive tapenade and feta
Egg white omelettes have had a bad reputation in the past for being tasteless; however, paired with olive tapenade & feta, this light, sustaining breakfast packs a real flavour punch.
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Shakshuka with Turkish bread
This traditional Middle Eastern breakfast dish is packed full of flavour and fresh ingredients. The combination of baked eggs and a rich tomato, chilli and onion sauce is utterly delicious. Use your Turkish bread to soak up the sauces for a brilliant brunch dish.
Soft-boiled egg and brown rice nasi goreng
Indulge your taste buds with this delicious healthy soft-boiled egg and brown rice nasi goreng- perfect for lunch or dinner.
Bacon & egg salad
Take the classic combination of bacon and eggs to the next level by tossing them with crisp salad greens and a delicate egg mayonnaise.
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Savoury French toast
This French toast recipe is a twist on the classic fried bread. It makes a great snack for teens or an easy lunch when served with salad and a dollop of chutney.
Women’s Weekly Vintage Edition: Lemon meringue pie
Is there anything tastier than a slice of lemon meringue pie? Tart lemon filling, sweet, crispy meringue and a buttery biscuit base combine to deliver a truly delicious dessert.
Baked eggs with capsicum and tomato
Light and fresh, quick to make and absolutely delicious, this baked egg dish from Tobie Puttock's book, 'The Chef Gets Healthy', makes the ultimate breakfast any day of the week.
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Sausage & potato baked omelette
This baked omelette will make a hearty start to your day. You can change it up with different meats, or try adding leftover roast vegetables and feta.
Chocolate brioches
Chocolate brioche is heavenly fresh out of the oven for morning tea. Photo Credit: Murray Lloyd.
Ham and courgette slice
Quick and tasty ham and courgette slice from New Zealand Woman's Weekly.
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Homemade aioli
Make your own rich and delicious aioli.
Baked eggs breakfast
This recipe for individual baked eggs is only 188 calories, a healthy and delicious breakfast option.
Mini tomato and cheese quiches
Easy to make and wonderfully tasty, these quiches are brilliant enjoyed hot out of the oven with a fresh side salad or as eaten cool as a tasty school lunchbox snack.
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Asparagus and dijonnaise gougeres
Traditional French baked savory choux pastry is mixed with cheese, asparagus and a flavoursome dijonnaise to create the most wonderful golden, crumbly gougeres.
Mini ham, cheese and tomato frittatas
Light, fluffy and packed full of creamy melted cheese and fresh ham, these mini frittatas are easy to make and perfect for a quick breakfast or on-the-go lunch.
Poached eggs with asparagus
This quick, healthy breakfast is simple enough to make every day of the week. Crack open your perfectly poached egg to reveal a runny yolk, waiting to be soaked up by a golden, toasted English muffin and fresh green asparagus.
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Kedgeree
Kedgeree combines the beloved smoked fish from Britain with the rice and spices of India. It's the result of British colonial activity on the subcontinent.
Marble cake
Whether you're baking for a high tea, party or simply a treat this classic cake will delight in taste and appearance.
Apple sponge
Light, fluffy, and filled with juicy warm apple pieces, this delicious apple sponge cake is wonderful served warm from the oven with a scoop of vanilla ice-cream.
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Apple and spice souffles
The flavours of warm apple and delicate chai spices work perfectly in this fluffy French dessert.
Gingerbread rings
Make these cute and colourful gingerbread cookies for the family, a children's party or to give as gifts. They can be made up to 4 days ahead.
Asparagus quiche
Delicious served warm or cold, a wedge of asparagus quiche makes for a satisfying lunch or light dinner. Great with a mixed salad.
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Egg and ham bruschetta
Whip up this breakfast bruschetta in no time at all, packed full of goodness to fuel you for a big day ahead. Creamy avocado, fresh eggs and crispy ham make this just as tasty as it is nutritious.
Asparagus with poached egg and parmesan
Whether you're relaxing for brunch or squeezing in a nutritious meal before work, this delicious recipe is so simple it will have you covered. Blanched asparagus and shaved parmesan add a gourmet edge to the classic poached egg.
Mini quiches
With all the decadence of a miniature high tea treat you'll enjoy the burst of flavour these capsicum quiches provide.
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Raspberry sorbet with apple salad
Lip-smacking raspberry sorbet with mint and lemon. Finished with a clean and fresh apple salad.
Creamy bacon and egg pasta salad
Quick, tasty and packed full of goodness, this delicious pasta salad tossed with a creamy dressing, hard-boiled eggs and crispy bacon is easy to make and highly satisfying.
Walnut cream pikelet stack
These decadent pikelets are perfect for a lazy weekend breakfast. Stacked with sliced banana, crunchy toasted walnuts, and an indulgent chocolate sauce, this dish will delight the whole family.
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Spinach and ham quiche
This spinach and ham quiche is the perfect solution to any light meal - from dinner parties, suppers, picnics and even afternoon tea.
Chicken, bacon and egg salad
Packed full of grilled chicken, crispy bacon and cheesy croutons, this rustic salad can be whipped up for a tasty, filling lunch in no time at all. Top with a poached egg for added protein and texture.
Muesli jam drops
Use any type of jam you like to make these yummy morsels with muesli. A snack everybody will love.
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Gluten-free iced muffins
If you follow a gluten-free diet and have a sweet tooth, these zesty muffins are the perfect choice for when you get the munchies.
Curried egg patties
A tasty, quick and easy meal for that time of the week when grocery stocks are running low. You can add curry powder to taste for family members with sensitive palates.
Tomato and feta quiche
Fresh and light, this fetta and tomato quiche is perfect with a green salad for a complete meal.
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Pasta with asparagus
Asparagus is rich in vitamins and teamed up with pasta makes a healthy dish for any time of the year. Try boiling the eggs for a different twist on this classic Italian pasta.
Omelette hearts with smoked salmon
Cute as a button, these heart-shaped omelettes served with fresh smoked salmon are a perfect breakfast treat for a special occasion or a cosy weekend brunch.
Antipasto quiche
This protein packed pastry slice is packed full of tasty veggies, delicious salami and crumbly feta, all encased in a buttery crust.
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Chocolate self-saucing pudding
The ultimate comfort food and family favourite, this chocolate pudding is so easy to make while you entertain your guests at dinner.
Chicken and prosciutto pasta
A hearty spaghetti pasta dish with prosciutto ham and soft boiled egg. Don't forget the pesto!
Chicken waldorf
This is a hearty salad ... and a great way to use up leftover cooked chicken.
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Tuna patties with mash
These tasty savoury tuna patties are perfect for a quick weeknight dinner for the family. Serve with mashed potato and salad for a complete meal in no time at all.
Lamington sponge cake
We've added a delightful twist to the much loved Australian dessert, sandwiching light and fluffy lamingtons around a layer of fresh whipped cream.
Buttermilk pancakes with maple berries
Deliciously sweet and fluffy, these buttermilk pancakes make the perfect breakfast for a relaxed weekend morning. Topped with warm maple berries and a dollop of vanilla yoghurt, these will set you up for a great day ahead!
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Olive oil bearnaise
This delicious bearnaise is the perfect accompaniment to steak and fries. Traditionally made with butter, using olive oil replaces saturated fat with healthier mono-unsaturated fats and it tastes just as good.
Aussie sausage rolls
Kangaroo mince gives these sausage rolls a gourmet twist, but if you use beef or pork instead, they still qualify as dinky-di Aussie!
Mushroom quiche
Light and tasty, this mushroom quiche makes a perfect brunch or lunch served with salad.
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Coconut marshmallow
Fluffy marshmallow rolled in coconut makes a delightful and fun addition to any party or high tea.
Cheesy frittatas
These cheesy cauliflower and pea frittatas are easy to make and super tasty. Enjoy them hot with a side salad or straight from the fridge as a nutritious on-the-go snack.
Prawn, beansprout and rice omelette
Supercharge your everyday omelette with a burst of prawns, beansprouts and rice for an Asian-inspired twist.
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Crispy polenta parmesan chips and poached eggs
Golden and fluffy, these crispy polenta and parmesan chips are brilliant served on the side of your favourite meat dish or topped with poached eggs and a chunky tomato relish as a rich savoury brunch dish.
Baked apple sponge
Light, fluffy, and filled with juicy warm apple pieces, this delicious apple sponge is wonderful served warm from the oven with a scoop of vanilla ice-cream.