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A steak sandwich recipe combining sweet roasted tomatoes with tender steak and saut�ed onions between thick slices of toast. Brought to you by Woman's Day, try adding a fried egg, beetroot and crispy bacon.

Praline can be made in advance. Toast almonds if liked. Keep stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days. These can be made into larger pancakes if liked. Note

These tasty tuna and pineapple kebabs are easy to make and packed full of flavour. Pop them on the barbie for your next Summer BBQ to give your friends and family something different to nibble on.

Sprinkle pastry with sesame seeds after brushing with the egg, if you like. You could also omit the pastry and serve filling with mashed potato and steamed vegetables. Note

To unmould, run the tip of a knife around the rim of the mould. Dip mould into warm water for a few seconds. Invert onto a serving plate, shake gently and lift off. Note

You will need about 5-6 passionfruits for this recipe. Note

Oatmeal bannock is a wonderful way to use up leftover porridge if you don’t have chooks in your backyard.

Imagine your favourite chocolate slice, take it up a notch and you have this recipe. It’s seriously good – you have been warned. James Moffatt/ bauersyndication.com.au

This is an incredibly easy pudding to make and great for the budget.

Master the art of the classic sponge cake with this delicious version sandwiched with whipped cream and passionfruit butter.

Ready in 1 hour and 10 minutes, serves 6. 4 eggs; 1/2 cup sugar; 1/2 tsp nutmeg; 1 cup medium cooked rice...

This bircher muesli recipe is healthy, nutritious and easy to make. Just whip up the night before, place in the refrigerator and you'll have breakfast waiting for you in the morning.

All these muffins can be prepared ahead of time, as they freeze well. Note

If brioche is not available, use fruit bread or plain bread. Note

Candied macadamias are available from specialty nut shops. If liked, top with chopped scorched almonds or chocolate shavings. Note

Cajun seasoning is quite spicy, so go easy. Add sliced tomato and lettuce leaves tn the burgers, if liked. A little sweet chilli sauce is a nice addition. Note

Use the back of a floured spoon to press base dough evenly into prepared pan. Note

Toast almonds by tossing in a dry frying pan over medium heat. Cover surfaces with plastic wrap when refreezing, to prevent ice crystals from forming. To ensure definition, it’s important that each layer is allowed to become very firm before adding the next. Note

For a touch of indulgence, serve sprinkled with grated Nestle Plaistowe 70% Cocoa. A good make-ahead dessert for dinner parties or an informal lunch. Note

Placing patty pans on hot trays will help to cook the base of the tarts. You can use berries in place of the cherries and any sort of nut you like. Store cooled tarts in an airtight container. Note

Make your own aioli by mixing roasted garlic flesh into whole egg mayonnaise with a squeeze of lemon juice. If preferred, simply brown the outside and finish in a moderate oven, 180°C, to cook through. Note

It is important to chill the mixture so the croquettes stay together during cooking. Note

If preferred, buy ready-prepared chicken schnitzel and cover, freeze and cook it as required. Note

Make in advance and freeze without the chocolate drizzle Note

Delightful and decadent chocolate Swiss roll recipe with fresh raspberries and cream. If desired, you can spread raspberry jam over the cake before adding the cream and berries.

MAKES 12 Don’t worry if you still have some small pockets of flour in the muffin mixture. This helps create the rough appearance of muffins. Note

Soften ice-cream slightly and mix through 2 tablespoons finely chopped glace ginger. Return ice-cream freezer until firm and continue. Note

Make regular Easter eggs by melting chocolate above and painting (or filling) moulds as directed. If filling for solid eggs, tap on bench to remove air bubbles. Join halves together by brushing edges with extra melted chocolate. Press together and roll edges in sprinkles. Chill and store in the fridge in an airtight container. Note

As an option, a grated cheese can be added to omelette filling. Note

Not sure what to do with your leftover Christmas cake? This recipe mixes it with vanilla ice cream, mixed spice and a dash of brandy. Just when you thought Christmas couldn't get any better!

If preferred, freeze the casatta in individual moulds. Note

Refresh your guests with this delicious citrus souffl� at dessert time. These beautiful souffl�s are comforting and taste amazing and are easier to make than you may think.

Slice the bananas into 2cm slices on an angle. Note

If preferred, use lemon zest and juice in place of lime 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

Dukkah is a Middle Eastern mix of spices, sesame seeds and crushed nuts. It can found in the spice section of supermarkets. Make your own by combining 1/2 cup crushed nuts, 1/4 cup sesame seeds and 1/4 cup Middle Eastern spice mix such as ras el hanout. Soaking eggplant in milk counteracts its natural bitterness […]

Crunchy, flavour-bursting sesame seeds are beautiful coating for these wonderfully tender salmon skewers. Serve them up at a weekend BBQ or for a family lunch or dinner.

Try this recipe using sweet potato instead of potato. These hash browns are delicious with at drizzle of sweet chilli sauce. Note

For an extra touch of luxury, hide 8 chocolate caramel sweets between croissant halves before baking the pudding and allow them to melt during cooking. Note

Breadcrumbs are a great way to use up leftover bread. Make a large quantity and freeze so you always have them on hand. Note

If you’re a lover of pumpkin pie, a North American Thanksgiving favourite, then you’re sure to enjoy this dessert recipe too.

Never apologise for serving a sausage hotpot to friends. Try to get the best sausages you possibly can and the results will be soothing and delicious.

Nut loaf tins are available from speciality kitchenware shops. Note

It might be hard to stop at one with these bite-size doughnut morsels dusted with lemon sugar, but then why would you want to?

This is also delicious made with mixed berries. Note

Keep chocolate warm over a bowl of gently simmering water. You can use white chocolate melts if you like, or even half and half. Note

Tuna can be replaced with smoked trout or salmon, if preferred. Buy edamame beans from Asian supermarkets and some specialty food stores. Note

If you don’t have individual pie pans, use a 23cm pie plate – you may need to use 1 less egg. Note

You could serve these cupcakes without golf decorations by simply topping with flaked coconut. If tapioca pearls are unavailable, use fondant and roll into small balls. Note

Turn sausages into sausage rolls by rolling in puff pastry and baking. Note

Fish cakes: If liked, make a dipping sauce of sliced fresh chilli and soy. Fish cakes: We used orange roughy fish, but use any inexpensive boneless fillets available. Prawn bruschetta: If preferred, bake the bread slices in a moderate oven, 180°C, for 5-10 minutes until golden and crisp. Prawn bruschetta: Bases can be made ahead […]

Allow two fillets per serve if using whiting. TO test, unwrap slightly and use a fork to see if fish flakes easily. Note

Make a simple raita with 1 cup natural yoghurt, 1/2 grated cucumber and a handful of chopped mint leaves. If you have professional baking beads, use them in place of dried beans or rice. You can use a frozen peas and carrots mix, omit the carrot and increase the quantity to 2 cups. Note

Chilling after coating allows the breadcrumbs to stick better. Note

You will need 200g of biscuits, crushed in a food processor. Butter can be added to the crumbs in food processor and pulsed to combine. Make quick chocolate curls by running a vegetable peeler over a block of chocolate. Note

Glucose syrup is available from the baking aisle of most supermarkets and at health food shops. Note

Keep chilled until ready to serve. To toast almonds, toss them in a dry frying pan over a medium heat for a minute or two until golden. Remove from pan immediately to prevent burning. Note

Served with a sweet fruit salad drizzled with honey, bittersweet green tea ice cream is paired perfectly with the refreshingly crisp heat of ginger. A great dish for dinner parties.

This gorgeous sweet glazed ham will be the centrepiece of your festive table.

It’s important to rest the pastry shells before baking to help prevent them shrinking. Note

Don’t worry if biscuits crack slightly during cooking. Note

A delicious alternative to classic Christmas pudding. Impress your guests with this show stopping ice cream Christmas pudding, which can be made up to one month ahead of time.

It’s important to beat the butter and sugar together very well, to dissolve the sugar. Note

When dusting cake pans always use the same flour that is used in the cake. This mixture is perfect for 2 x 20cm round cake pans. Note

Blind by lining with baking paper and filling with dried beans, rice or weights. Note