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Classic egg and potato salad

Classic egg and potato salad

Forget those gluggy versions of decades past. Our crème fraîche-based dressing lightens the load without losing that creaminess and tang.
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Crab xiao long bao dumpling recipe

Crab xiao long bao

The Shanghai dumpling goes luxe. We've stuffed ours with picked crabmeat, but the traditional, slurpable stock still remains.
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Bagna cauda

Bagna cauda

An addictive blend of olive oil, anchovies, garlic and butter. Dip in.
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Carne cruda

Carne cruda

This Italian starter of raw beef and toppings hails from the Piedmont region. We've opted for mushrooms and parmesan but feel free to tweak the toppings to your taste - just don't skimp on quality.
Jewelled rice

Jewelled rice

This side is based on the Persian dish of tah-dig, where rice is cooked until it sticks to the bottom of the pan, providing a wonderful mix of fluffy and crunchy elements in the same mouthful.
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Heidi's kale salad

Heidi’s kale salad

A salad of the most simple - and nourishing - variety - that you can throw together in an instant.
Silverbeet stalk gratin

Silverbeet stalk gratin

This might not sound like your typical gratin but rest assured that all the elements that make this dish a favourite are in the mix.
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Mushroom parcels

Mushroom parcels

These roasted mushrooms are simply prepared with thyme and garlic, allowing the vegetables to shine. Pair with toast, polenta or roast chicken - this dish is all about versatility.
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Grilled bean salad with lentils

Grilled bean salad with lentils

The chargrilled Roman and green beans add so much flavour to this green salad, it could easily make a light dinner or lunch. Just add crusty bread, a poached egg or some shredded chicken.
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Hash browns with chilli sauce

Hash browns with chilli sauce

Hash browns will always have a place on our breakfast table, especially when paired with a fiery chilli sauce. Be as generous with the sauce as you dare.
Rough guacamole

Rough guacamole

The simplest things are sometimes the hardest to do well. But with this recipe - and a few considered choices about your produce - you'll nail guacamole every time.
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Melon gazpacho with basil

Melon gazpacho with basil

This recipe features a zesty watermelon gazpacho drizzled over fresh fruit. It's the ultimate in summer refreshment.
Garden pickles

Garden pickles

Garden pickles recipe - For pickled carrots, bring vinegar, sugar, honey and a pinch of salt to a simmer in a saucepan, stirring to dissolve sugar.
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Hummus with radishes and paprika

Hummus with radishes and paprika

Hummus with radishes and paprika recipe - Purée chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic and oil in a blender, adding cold water to adjust the consistency, until smooth or to your liking.
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Mozzarella in carrozza

Mozzarella in carrozza

Mozzarella in carrozza recipe - Place bread slices on a work surface and arrange mozzarella on half, leaving a small border.
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Tomato, ricotta and fregola salad

Tomato, ricotta and fregola salad

Tomato, ricotta and fregola salad recipe - Preheat oven to 200°C. Crumble half the ricotta over a baking tray, drizzle with 2 tbsp oil, scatter with chilli and half the lemon rind, season to taste and bake until golden on the edges (10-12 minutes). Cool.
Insalata primavera

Insalata primavera

This versatile spring salad mixes and matches seasonal green vegetables for the optimal combination of textures and flavours. Experiment to your heart's content.
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Pea and ricotta frittelle

Pea and ricotta frittelle

These deep-fried puffs of ricotta, flecked with mint and peas, are a wonderful combination of crunchy exterior and light, fluffy filling.
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Artichokes with Taleggio sauce

Dave Pynt’s artichokes with Taleggio sauce

Artichokes with Taleggio sauce recipe - For Taleggio sauce, bring milk to the boil in a saucepan. Add the cheese, stir until it begins to melt, then blend with a hand-held blender until smooth
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Baby potatoes with butter, mint and pancetta

Baby potatoes with butter, mint and pancetta

Baby potatoes with butter, mint and pancetta recipe - Preheat oven to 190C. Heat a small frying pan over medium heat, add pancetta and fry, stirring occasionally, until golden and starting to crisp (2-4 minutes).
Sweetbreads in brown butter with ravigote sauce

Sweetbreads in brown butter with ravigote sauce

Sweetbreads in brown butter with ravigote sauce recipe - Bring white vinegar and 2 litres of water to a simmer over medium heat. Add sweetbreads and gently poach until they turn opaque (10-12 minutes).
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Cabbage with sake, brown butter crumbs and bacon

Cabbage with sake, brown butter crumbs and bacon

Cabbage with sake, brown butter crumbs and bacon recipe - Heat a large casserole over high heat, add butter and swirl pan until butter is foaming and nut brown (2-3 minutes), then pour into a heatproof bowl.
Anise fougasse recipe

Anise fougasse

Anise fougasse recipe - Dissolve yeast in milk in a small bowl and set aside until creamy on top. Combine flour and sugar in an electric mixer fitted with a dough hook
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Ligurian cheese focaccia recipe

Ligurian cheese focaccia

Ligurian cheese focaccia recipe - Place half the flour in a bowl with a good pinch of fine salt. Add oil and 200ml water, and mix until smooth, then gradually add remaining flour, a little at a time, mixing to form a soft dough
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Aloo paratha recipe

Aloo paratha

An Indian dish that elevates humble ingredients - bread and potato - to tasty side dish or snack.
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Pistachio and kale dip

Pistachio and kale dip

This ultra-green pistachio and kale dip is packed with flavour and goodness. Serve it with any kind of cracker or crunchy crudités.
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Chickpeas with steamed eggplant and almonds

Chickpeas with steamed eggplant and almonds

Steaming eggplant gives it a lovely silky texture and makes a lighter alternative to frying. The dressing can be made with a curry paste for extra spiciness. Begin this recipe a day ahead to soak the chickpeas.
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Freekeh, sour cherry and feta salad

Freekeh, sour cherry and feta salad

Inspired by stuffing, this salad combines freekeh with a sherry vinaigrette and sour cherries for a sweet acidity, while Greek feta crumbled on top adds a satisfying tang.
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Lobster mousse

Lobster mousse

Was the '60s the high-watermark of the savoury mousse? We've taken inspiration from parties of the past for our lobster mousse, served with golden oily Melba toast for dipping.
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Glazed ham with pickled pineapple pizze

Glazed ham with pickled pineapple pizze

Christmas ham: the gift that keeps on giving. Not only can all the elements of these pizze be prepared ahead, but the flavours intensify, too. Win-win. Start at least a day ahead to pickle the pineapple, and prove the pizza dough.
Devilled eggs with togarashi

Devilled eggs with togarashi

Ah, the devilled egg; popular in the 1960s, and still popular now. We've given our version a Japanese twist with togarashi, a Japanese chilli condiment, and toasted sesame seeds.
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