Emma Knowles

Pasticcio, or pasticciata, means mess in Italian, and this glorious mess of polenta, mozzarella, and a sausage and mushroom ragù is comfort food at its best.

Slices of fresh persimmon are arranged over the batter and topped with a candied ginger crumble.

A brown sugar and cinnamon streusel is swirled throughout as well as sprinkled on top. The ruby grapefruit marmalade addition transforms this cake to a sweet breakfast.

Yes, this is a fry-fest. And, no, your doctor won't thank you.

Lamb cutlets pair perfectly with a cool winter's night, and this recipe won't require much time in the kitchen.

This hearty broth ticks all the boxes: it's fast, vegetarian and soul-warming.

Leave small pockets of the crunchy museli and pecan crumble so the maple pear sauce can trickle over.

"Quince, autumn's hidden gem, turns from a pale yellow to a deep rich pink during cooking, and is always worth the wait," says Stone. "Little chunks of marzipan through the crumble add unexpected sweetness and fragrance."

Bite-sized morsels of polenta batter studded with ricotta and tangy apple – what’s not to love?

Fit for breakfast or dinner, these Indian-inspired scrambled eggs are fast and delicious.

We've added a smoked pancetta to this carbonara, creating a delicious twist on a go-to classic.

A curd, cake and crumble all in one.

A winter warmer featuring a classic combination: steak and red wine.

This is a crumble at its simplest - the vibrant rhubarb stalks and pomegranate seeds do all the tantalising talking here.

“A classic combo and classic Bodega dish,” say Abrahanowicz and Milgate of Sydney's Bodega.

A fast and spice-fuelled recipe, with inspiration from the flavours of Mexico.

Think of this as an alternative to porridge – it’s just as satisfying and makes a nice change.

These red lentil fritters may be on the diminutive side, but they punch well above their weight in the flavour stakes.

Lentil soup may not sound like the sexiest of dishes, but rest assured, it's a heart-warmer.

Is this the ultimate comfort food?

Lentils and bacon are a match made in heaven - here they combine in a warm dressing to be served over a simple roast trout.

Pork rib, black lentil and white bean stew recipe- Preheat oven to 160C. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat.

Pairing a beautiful piece of fish with simply sautéed greens is a winning combination.

Ready in 20 minutes, these roast pork cutlets are paired with cabbage and apple for a classic and hearty meal.

A recipe for chocolate truffles laced with lush raspberry and a cacao crunch.

These buns with warm salami, fennel seeds and sliced sopressa may be small but they pack a big punch in the flavour stakes.

These meatballs are quick to make and delicious to eat - add a sizzling butter infused with chili flakes and mint to make it really burst with flavour.

What's not to love about buttery brioche with a centre of warm caramel?

Ready within 20 minutes, fry these fritters until golden brown for a satisfying and sweet crunch.

Served as a side, this green lentil salad is filled with flavour. Thinly slice the salami to create an even taste.

This recipe for rigatoni with mushrooms pecorino and herb crumbs is a quick and comforting recipe for a weeknight dinner.

Finger buns are a childhood favourite of ours. One GT staffer admitted to buying and scoffing three at a time when they were sold at the school canteen. These mini versions make doing just that a much more guilt-free proposition.

Tangy rhubarb spritzed with citrus turns these moreish cakes into a fine finish for any meal.

We love these rolls eaten while still warm simply with plenty of salted butter. They’d also be excellent served alongside an autumnal soup.

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The yoghurt in this dough makes for an ultra-light and fluffy texture, and also helps these twists keep well - they stay fresh for a couple of days.

Fragrant with spice and studded with both fresh and dried apple, these sticky glazed buns are perfect served with salted butter, or even with the contrast of a crumbly vintage cheddar.

Doughnuts stuffed with ice-cream and blanketed with chocolate sauce - what's not to like?

A speedy way to use up extra quinoa with in-season zucchini.

Change up your chicken with sweet paprika, chilli and a side cauliflower and kale salad.

This quick recipe is a fresh update on the tried-and-true combination of steak and salad.

This chocolate brioche is perfect for an Easter brunch - the dough proves overnight so it's ready in the morning to be rolled, baked and eaten warm.

This simple salad is a great way to use up leftover roast or barbecued chicken.

A bright salad that works best wish barbecued meats.

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A layered meringue cake that will impress as soon as it hits the table for dessert.

Australian Gourmet Traveller feature recipe for choc-raisin choc tops

Every great baker needs a great flourless chocolate cake recipe. Here's the one we swear by.

There's paella and then there are other simple Spanish rice dishes. This is one of the latter - a combination of prawns and chorizo with Spanish rice.

Australian Gourmet Traveller recipe for smoked trout and pickled cauliflower rolls

Hoppers are thin bowl-shaped pancakes found in Sri Lanka. Made with rice flour, they're excellent for someone with gluten intolerance and their shape makes them perfect to hold an egg and tasty curry gravy.

Peaches and maple syrup are a great combination, although you can use whatever fruit is best on the day.

Sour cherries add a lovely fresh tart note to this roulade. Fresh cherries will work here, too, if you can find them.

Serve biscuits such as shortbread to add texture to the silky jelly. Roasted hazelnuts or walnuts work well, too.

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It's hard to go wrong with the robust flavours of Bourbon, and spices such as paprika, ginger and cumin, especially when they're cooked down into a finger-licking sticky glaze.

Grits and prawns, a classic combination in the US, are taken to the next level here with the addition of fresh corn.

This chocolate honeycomb is great dipped in extra chocolate, or crumbled over ice-cream.

The base of this tart is brioche-like in texture, with a beautifully buttery flavour.

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Put a Chinese twist on this classic dessert, thanks to Melbourne's Spice Temple.

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Just the right amount of spice and zest.

Australian Gourmet Traveller fast recipe for figs, blackberry and mascarpone sablés.

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A fast soup recipe ready in less than 20 minutes.

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Be sure to blind-bake the pastry until light golden so it will be crisp once the filling is cooked. Cool the tart completely before you serve it, and if it’s a hot day place it in the fridge to help set the filling.

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Fresh fish, beautifully expressed by native ingredients.

Light, bright and fresh. What more could you want from a summer dessert?

A quick take on the Malaysian street salad rojak.

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Grilled pork, a fresh pineapple salad – a match made in heaven.

Emma Knowles fast recipe for lamb salad with peas, zucchini and olives.

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Recipe for pineapple with ginger beer sorbet and coconut mousse from The Tamarind, Spicers Retreat.

Recipe for barbecued lamb ribs with yuzu-sesame yakiniku sauce from Gas-Light Izakaya in Melbourne.

Charred sweet potato, goat’s curd and almonds recipe from Frank restaurant in Hobart, Tasmania.