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Lemon Meringue Cupcakes

May 27, 2024

a cupcake, cut in half. It is filled with lemon curd and topped with meringue.

These citrusy lemon meringue cupcakes are moist and fluffy, filled with homemade lemon curd and topped with toasted meringue. They are just like lemon meringue pie, in cupcake form – and every lemon lover’s dream! Why you’ll love this recipe If you love lemon desserts, try my lemon poppyseed cake, lemon curd slice and lemon…

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Chocolate Porridge

May 22, 2024

chocolate porridge in a bowl, topped with nuts and banana.

Ready in 10 minutes, this healthy chocolate porridge is a simple and satisfying breakfast that can be enjoyed any day of the week. Made with cacao powder and topped with chocolate-hazelnut spread, sliced bananas and walnuts, it’s the perfect start to your day. Why you’ll love this recipe For more speedy breakfasts, you might also…

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Creamy Prawn Risotto

May 7, 2024

a bowl of finished risotto topped with prawns and lemon.

This creamy prawn risotto is the ultimate comfort food! Short grain arborio rice is cooked in an easy homemade prawn stock until tender, then loaded with butter and parmesan for a creamy, silky texture. It’s easy to make and perfect for entertaining or a delicious, restaurant-quality dinner at home. Why you’ll love this recipe If…

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Easy Jelly Slice

April 29, 2024

a piece of jelly slice on a table. It has a crumbly biscuit base and a layer of red jelly on top.

A classic Australian bakery staple, this easy jelly slice is the perfect no-bake treat. Featuring a buttery biscuit base, a creamy condensed milk filling and raspberry jelly topping, it takes only 10 minutes to prepare and is perfect for morning tea or dessert. Why you will love this recipe If you love no-bake slices and…

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Old Fashioned Beef Rissoles

April 26, 2024

rissoles arranged on a plate with mashed potato, vegetables and gravy.

These old-fashioned beef rissoles are a classic Aussie recipe. Juicy and loaded with flavour, they are low-cost, versatile and quick and easy to make. Whether you serve them with mashed potatoes and gravy, in a burger or covered in tomato sauce, they make an easy and filling family dinner that everyone will love. Why you’ll…

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Lemon Poppyseed Cake

April 15, 2024

a slice of lemon poppyseed cake on a plate.

Light, fluffy and bursting with fresh lemon flavour, this lemon poppyseed cake is the perfect dessert for any occasion. Featuring a tangy lemon cream cheese frosting and ultra-tender crumb, it is a lemon lover’s dream! Why you’ll love this recipe If you love lemons, try my lemon butter, lemon curd slice and lemon syrup cake…

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Chocolate Bliss Balls (Nut-Free)

April 13, 2024

chocolate bliss balls on a white plate.

Made with dates, cacao and oats, these healthy chocolate bliss balls are naturally sweet and full of delicious, chocolate flavour. And they can be made in advance and frozen, making them perfect for lunchboxes and on-the-go snacking! Why you’ll love this recipe Ingredients you will need Step by step instructions Make the mixture simply by…

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Puff Pastry Pizza Scrolls

March 24, 2024

pizza scrolls on a wooden board.

Puff pastry pizza scrolls (pinwheels) come together quickly and easily, with only a few simple ingredients. Made with puff pastry for minimal fuss, they are packed with ham and cheese and baked until bubbly. They are the perfect finger food for parties, gatherings or an easy lunchbox treat. Why you’ll love this recipe Prefer to…

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Apple Tea Cake with Cinnamon

March 13, 2024

a slice of apple cake on a plate with whipped cream.

This cosy apple tea cake is moist, buttery and loaded with slices of fresh apple and warm cinnamon. An old-fashioned recipe that is quick and easy to make, it tastes absolutely delicious plain, topped with a quick dusting of icing sugar, a dollop of cream or warm custard. Why you’ll love this recipe For more…

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