Served with chopped parsley and a drizzle of yoghurt, these spicy lamb pastry boats are fantastic for a party.

The combination of grilled pumpkin, creamy feta and almond skordalia adds a delicious twist to this popular Italian starter.

Recipe is not suitable to freeze. Note

Serve with steamed jasmine rice. Note

A quick and easy dinner idea

One taste of this rich and flavoursome antioxidant rich tomato soup and you'll never want the canned version again. Serve with plenty of crusty bread to mop up every last drop.

For best results, use a pizza tray with holes in the base;­ this will cook the pastry evenly. Note

Soufflé must be made just before serving. Note

soak 12 bamboo skewers in water for about 30 minutes before use to prevent splintering and scorching. Note

Tender, spicy hoods of squid, doused in soy and fried with fresh chilli, make a finger-licking starter. Serve with an Asian-style salad for a light dinner.

Served with grilled sourdough, this colourful dish makes a stunning, summery appetiser or lunch.

Crispy, salty and utterly addictive, this dish makes for a delicious starter.

Like a Mediterranean version of spring rolls, these subtly spiced cigars and full of rich, zingy flavours, and make easy finger food for a dinner party.

If you have an electric pressure cooker you won’t need to reduce the heat to stabilise pressure, your cooker will automatically stabilise itself. Always check with the manufacturer’s instructions before using. Note

A rich and tasty starter, plump prawns with fresh guacamole and mango is fully of flavour.

This recipe is best made just before serving. Note

the sweet cucumber and peanut sauce can be made up to four days ahead. Note

This type of bread involves a few more steps than a usual loaf, but is definitely worth the time. The aromas of delicious, warm, fresh baked bread will fill the kitchen, building the anticipation for the final, delectable result.

Tasty crab cakes with a creamy tzatziki dip make a great starter to a casual dinner with friends.

Pouches can be prepared 3 hours ahead. Uncooked pouches suitable to freeze. Sweet chilli sauce can be prepared 2 days ahead. Store, covered, in refrigerator. Note

Chicken soup is used for medicinal purposes across just about all cultures. We can't guarantee a magic cure of whatever ails you, but you can be sure that this soup is healthy and delicious.

You can freeze the uncooked patties. Note

It’s always a good idea to wear gloves when handling and peeling cooked beetroot because the juice will stain your hands. Serve with pitta bread, if liked Note

Kids will love these mildly spiced beef and potato pastry puffs. Serve with a dollop of yoghurt and chutney.

low GI Note

Haloumi is a firm, cream coloured sheep's-milk cheese matured in brine; it is somewhat like a minty, salty feta in flavour, and can be grilled or fried, briefly, without breaking down.

Crisply crumbed and well matched with a piquant roasted tomato sauce, sardines make an excellent breakfast dish, lunch or a starter for dinner.

You can use vegetable stock if you prefer. You could use verjuice or dry white wine instead of vermouth. This soup can be served cold or at room temperature, cover, refrigerate until required. Note

Wonderfully light and fragrant, this beautiful Asian inspired chicken and prawn soup is deliciously healthy. Enjoy it for lunch or dinner on a cooling Winter's day.

These stuffed vine leaves are rich in flavour with almonds, raisins, herbs and burghul wheat all bound together and served with a refreshing yoghurt dip.

Salt and pepper squid is always a winner. Long red chillies are generally milder than the smaller ones; if you like extra heat, then go ahead and include the big guns.

Warm steak seasoned with smoked paprika makes for a filling and delicious salad packed with protein and flavour.

Marinated in garlic, lemon and Greek oregano, this barbecued octopus dish is lip-smackingly good.

The acids in the citrus marinade slightly cook the very thinly sliced raw seafood. Use the freshest, sashimi quality fish you can find. We've used salmon here, snapper also makes a lovely ceviche.

Celebrate the warmer weather with this light, herby salad topped with goat's cheese and spiced almonds.

This light, fresh and flavoursome dish is perfect as a starter or finger food for dinner parties.

Dressed goat's cheese, sprinkled with herbs and served with croûtes makes a chic starter, or plate to hand around as nibbles.

Celebrate summer with this beautiful, light asparagus tempura drizzled in a herby vinaigrette.

These prosciutto wrapped lamb cutlets hide a delicious creamy and boldly flavoured centre. Serve with some grilled mediterranean vegetables for a tasty, low-carb meal.

Oysters are delicious raw, but when cooked are surprisingly versatile with their unique flavour seeming to go well with just about anything. Here we've prepared them with a delicious pesto butter.

The classic French flavours of salade niçoise work wonderfully as a topping for this speedy bruschetta.

Satay sauce is a delicious creamy, sweet and salty peanut-based sauce that typically also contains soy sauce, coconut milk, ginger and garlic. It is used widely in Thai, Indonesian, Malaysian, Singaporean and Vietnamese cuisines.

Try these delicious mushroom spread toasties at your next gathering. The intense flavour and creamy texture of the mushrooms contrasts beautifully with the perfectly crispy toast base.

Super-ripe tomatoes are the key to making the best bruschetta.

Microwave Suitable Note

The perfect recipe to share Turkish lamb fillo cigars from Australian Women's Weekly.

The combination of fresh mixed tomatoes, creamy buffalo mozzarella and cured prosciutto works perfectly together in this fresh summer salad.

For a delicious, warming winter meal, serve this creamy cauliflower and parsnip soup with hot rosemary bread.

Feed and nourish the crowd with this healthy share plate. You can also pack this for a lunch as pictured.

Chunks of spicy chorizo add flavour, texture and heft to this delicious chickpea soup.

The perfect finger food for a classy dinner party or a light and healthy snack, these crisps topped with goat’s cheese, tomato and basil are bursting full of flavour and texture.

Topped with crispy croutons and wedges of avocado, this green salad is about as delicious and healthy as you can get.

Prepare to dazzle your guests with these roasted lobster tails infused with Japanese flavours.

Spring rolls are best prepared as required. Note

Topped with fresh coriander, this tasty orange-glazed squid makes a fantastic tapas dish.

800g canned, rinsed, drained brown lentils can be used instead of the green lentils. Add them to the salad in step 5. Note

These make a tasty after school snack with a good hit of calcium. Or, you could serve them alongside your weekly curry; add chopped mint for a fresh Indian flavour.

Bright, light and zesty, this classic dish makes a perfect starter or simple lunch. The garlic compliments all kinds of shellfish beautifully.

Recipe is not suitable to freeze. Note

Tender chicken livers bring their incomparable flavour to this rich chicken terrine layered with asparagus spears and wrapped in prosciutto.

Considered the national dish of many Middle Eastern nations, Kibbeh, is made of burghul, minced onions and finely ground lean beef, lamb, goat or camel meat with and mixed spices.

These crispy cakes and dipping sauce make a great starter or snack. Easy to and cheap to prepare, you can't go wrong with this zingy dish.

The gazpacho can be made ahead to step three. Cover; refrigerate overnight. Recipe is not suitable to freeze. You can substitute fresh mint leaves for chervil and red wine vinegar for the sherry vinegar. Note

Quick and easy teriyaki chicken rice paper rolls; the perfect starter dish to share with dinner guest.

A variety of seafood from whitebait to salmon and everything in between can be used here. The secret is to use refrigerater-cold soda water for the batter as it helps prevent the batter from absorbing too much oil. Do not make the batter ahead of time and don't overmix it.

A quick and simple pasta that brings a surprising depth of flavour, chilli, garlic and oil are a sauce in their own right.

You can buy the ham hock from delis or your butcher. Make a large quantity and store leftover soup in fridge or freezer in individual serving sizes for later lunches. Note

Not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Bhaji is a classic Indian snack similar to a fritter; it has several variants and is sometimes known as pakora. Onion based bhaji is very popular, but we've used zucchini and carrot here. Served with mango chutney, they're divine.

Peanut dressing can be made one day ahead and refrigerated, covered. Note

These spicy prawns with fresh coriander and lime would make a stunning tapas dish.

Serve this delicious smoked salmon bruschetta to your guests at your next gathering. Topped with a sprig of fresh dill, and served with a glass of bubbles, they will be sure to please.

If you like, you can add dried smoked bonito flakes to the sesame seeds or try coating the tofu with Japanese breadcrumbs instead.

Carpaccio is the perfect Italian starter dish of thinly sliced raw Kingfish. Much like ceviche, the fish is served raw, but 'cooked' in a food acid like lemon or lime juice.