Gather the kids for some festive baking. They'll love the process of getting their hands dirty with dough and the delicious end result as well!

This classic tasty cheese and ham omelette is perfect for brunch or picnics.

This saucy lemon pudding recipe lives up to its name ... delicious! You can make it in a large dish and just increase the cooking time.

When the weather is hot, this fresh and minty, gelato-style ice-cream serves 8 people and is guaranteed to be a dinner party winner.

The unbeatable combination of salmon and fresh dill works perfectly in these light, fluffy quiches. A golden, crumbly crust makes these mini savoury pies even more glorious.

Keep a healthy theme going by swapping fried chicken or nuggets for delicious poppy-crumbed bingo wings.

Leaving the fruit intact will give your presentation a professional edge.

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

Freeze-dried raspberry powder is available from specialist food stores. Note

Half the fun of baking gingerbread is the decoration; get the little ones involved for a fun (and delicious!) afternoon activity.

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.

A perfect way to use up any left-over pasta, these are great to pack in lunchboxes or take on picnics.

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

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 fruit and nut loaded slice is wonderfully moist and packed full of flavour. It tastes even better accompanied with a creamy, citrus icing.

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.

We take humble bacon and egg rolls to a new level by adding baked beans and serving them in crunchy bread baskets.

Golden mini custards for high tea or dessert. Serve with cream, custard, or ice cream for an extra treat.

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.

These classic champagne poached pears with a creamy sauce are a sumptuous and simple dessert.

What could be better than meringues? Nutella and whipped cream sandwiched between two perfectly formed choc-hazelnut meringue kisses.

Creme brulee is a dinner party winner. Add chocolate and what's not to love? This dish requires overnight chilling, so make ahead and simply serve on the day.

This tasty dish combines hard-boiled eggs with a fragrant Indian sauce to create a delicious lunch in no time at all. Serve on a bed of steamed rice with a dollop of natural yoghurt for a hearty meal.

Mix up your normal French toast treat with a rich dark chocolate, hazelnut spread and fresh fruit, all in under 30 minutes.

If you've ever wondered how to spin sugar, then this is the recipe for you. We give step-by-step instructions on how to make this pretty spun sugar nest that tops three layers of meringue sandwiched with cream and chocolate ganache.

This gourmet savoury tart is quick to make and packed full of tasty, high quality ingredients. Fresh portobello mushrooms and creamy blue cheese work wonderfully together sitting amongst a golden, crumbly pastry.

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.

Somewhere between a slice, a bread and a cake, this divine dessert pecan bread pairs crunchy, nutty pecans with soft, syrupy apples.

Packed full of vegetables, these golden, crunchy Asian fritters are the perfect finger food or starter for your next dinner party - beautiful served drizzled with fresh lime juice.

Homemade mayonnaise, with its creamy, smooth texture and tangy flavour is an excellent condiment to have on-hand.

These delicious beef meatballs are packed full of flavour and are perfect served with crispy fried potatoes and a creamy, zesty coleslaw made with fresh cabbage and mayonnaise.

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.

Crispy proscuitto, soft-boiled eggs, cos lettuce and crunchy croutons are tossed together in a creamy, homemade Ceasar dressing to create this delicious classic lunch dish.

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

With celery, cabbage and sweet chilli sauce these Chinese meatballs show that you don't have to be European to make these bite-sized treats.

Pain au chocolat with plums transformed into a baked pudding. Yum! Although this dish looks quite exotic, it is surprisingly easy to make.

These light and fluffy mini pancakes are a chocolate-lovers dream. The accompanying fresh blueberries ease some of the guilt factor!

Give a savoury spin to this traditional French dessert with the classic combination of ham, peas and cheese.

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.

Morning tea, afternoon tea, dessert or a sweet treat for a picnic, this creamy sponge is as versatile as it is easy to make.

This beautiful celebration cake is surprisingly easy to make. Top with lemon icing and fresh flowers, it is guaranteed to be a winner.

Can't choose between the tart flavours of lemon meringue pie or the creamy filling and biscuit base of cheesecake? Why not have both. These lemon meringue cheesecakes are simple and enticing, perfect for afternoon tea.

Really good chocolate ice-cream is one of life's little pleasures. Make your own at home with this easy-to-follow recipe. Top scoops of it with crushed choc-honeycomb, or your favourite chocolate bar, for a delicious twist.

This savoury tart is great for a picnic, and for an easy weeknight family dinner, serve it with a garden salad.

Packed full of tasty salami and potato, these fluffy baked frittatas are absolutely delicious served with a fresh, zesty spinach salad, perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.

There are few things more enjoyable than a steak sandwich. This version has the lot ... meat, onion, egg, cheese and crunchy salad. The ciabatta bread gives the meal a touch of class but a dollop of sauce and a bowl of hot chips ensures it remains true to its roots.

This quick and mouthwateringly delicious meal is made more grandiose by swapping the usual chicken egg with a gently fried duck to accompany the hearty filling between two thick slices of bread.

The trick is to get the icing colours just right (try gel colours from cake shops). Finish with marshmallows and chocolate coins.

This quick version of lemon curd is made in a microwave and food processor and will keep in the fridge for several weeks.

Mums spend so much time looking after everyone, why not return the favour? Celebrate Mother’s Day in style with a special afternoon tea shared with close friends and family.

Cut down the calories in your cooked breakfast.

Everyone loves a sweet, moist cake, especially when it's easy-to-make and will still delight the fussiest of critics. This divine sugar plum pudding topped with toasted almonds is wonderful served with fresh cream or custard.

In Step 3, cover top of mixture with cling wrap while cooling to help stop skin forming. No time to make ice-cream? Slightly soften a ready-made tub, add our flavourings and re-freeze. Note

To ensure egg yolks remain centred during cooking, first bring a saucepan of water to the boil. Remove from the heat and add eggs one at a time, gently stirring with a metal spoon from side to side before returning to the heat to simmer according to the recipe. Note

Serve meringues with cream, ice-cream or fruit. They’re also delicious on their own with coffee. If you’d like to flavour the meringues as we have, divide the mixture and stir in 1 teaspoon of either Queen Creme de Cafe flavouring, vanilla essence or sifted cocoa. Note

Do not overcook noodles, as they will become soggy. Note

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

Mustard and other condiments, such as chutneys, can be used instead of butter or margarine to moisten and flavour any type of savoury jaffle. Note

Use just-wilted baby spinach instead of asparagus, if you like. Note

Decadent chocolate profiteroles are full to bursting with whipped cream and smothered in sweet hot fudge sauce to create this deliciously indulgent dessert by Australian Table.

Easter feast! Save room for this tempting celebratory spread. Stain eggs with a delicate pattern by soaking them in tea.

An irresistible simple desert for chocolate lovers. Pair with cinnamon oranges for a perfect seasonal dessert.

Makes 60 Note

Try using different cutters for interesting shapes, especially when you’re cutting out the centre holes. Note

Makes about 1 cup. Unsalted butter is preferable because it allows the cook to control the level of salt in the sauce. Note

Very fresh eggs have plump whites that cling to the yolk, which means they’re ideal for poaching as the whites hold together perfectly. Note

This dish is also known as a souffle omelette. Note

Packed full of protein and a delicious Asian flavour, these pork omelettes are perfect served for a hearty lunch or light dinner. Enjoy them with a squeeze of fresh lime for added zing!

Crab meat is available canned or in chilled section of your supermarket. Remove any remaining shell. Note

This two-tone brownie is a delectable twist on the classic recipe and can be easily dressed up as a decadent dessert.

“Using herbs and vegetables from the garden as the star ingredients for a weekend lunch is not only easy on the budget, but brings a real glow of satisfaction. Even if the herbs are the only contribution from the garden you can still claim some credit for growing as well as cooking. (Make a note to plant some silverbeet in a bucket on the balcony for next time.)”

When renovating a house one of the most unsettling things is having to make do without a kitchen. Rather than resigning yourself to takeaways every night, borrow an electric frying pan and a gas ring if you don’t already have them and have a go at turning out these dishes. It’ll keep you healthy, sane and on budget.

Forget the breakfast club, have a sleep-in then get the crew together for this delicious brunch dish

Homemade mayonnaise is the mother sauce from which others, such as tartare, are made. Using this technique will give you a delicious, tasty result, but you can take a shortcut and start with the bought stuff. All the ingredients must be at room temperature, especially the oil; if it’s too cold it will be difficult to incorporate. Mayonnaise is simple to make, but the key stage is the beginning: add the oil slowly; if you don’t, the result will be a split or curdled mess. If your mayonnaise does split, place a teaspoon of mustard in a bowl and gradually incorporate the split mayo, continuing to whisk until it comes to life.

Here’s ham and eggs with a difference to serve for brunch, lunch or dinner. Be aware, though, that if serving it as a meal, hearty eaters will eat two!

Plums may be replaced with other poached or canned fruit, or fresh fruit such as berries. Note