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Eat a rainbow with this rustic summer salad.

No more ho-hum side salads. This one is big on texture and layers of flavour.

A new, bold way to eat corn courtesy of the Raes on Wategos chef.

A dish packed with flavour, plus it makes for an easy weeknight dinner.

Dhal is the ultimate comfort food and, in this version, coconut milk adds richness to the dish.

Why order in when you can whip up a stir-fry in half the time?

Love hummus? Build a meal around it.

Turn up the heat with this fragrant tom yum-style soup.

These plum snow cones deliver big on flavour and refreshment – they’ll cool you down in a snap on a warm summer’s day.

Just the ticket when you want to feel both virtuous and refreshed.

On hot summer days, this no-cook recipe is always a good option.

This no-cook recipe is just the ticket on a hot summer's day.

Yesterday's roast becomes today's bubble and squeak.

Summer's greatest hits, all in one bowl.

A fast and easy way to up your vegetable count.

Your fast fish dinner is on its way.

For a speedy steak dinner, just choose beef flank.

An easy, simple snack for when tomatoes are at their peak.

The refreshing chilled soup that's made for summer.

The perfect dish to whip up after a day at the beach, according to the Stanley chef.

Chef Mike McEnearney's express version of the fruity dessert.

The Chinese classic you know and love (and it's vegetarian too).

If you haven't discovered the wonders of this spiced-corn street snack, be ready for the flavour revelation.

A simple soup that will restore your spirits.

A purple-hued salad that celebrates the best of fig season.

Party punch meets fruit salad in this light and refreshing dessert.

The much-loved pasta sauce makes a welcome appearance in Australia’s favourite finger food.

Mediterranean in minutes.

A recipe inspired by Mexican food doyenne Diana Kennedy.

Some purists believe there is no room for beans, but we think they add a rich, earthy flavour.

All the crisp and crunch of the fried-pasta snack, with minimal fuss.

Packed with crunch, sweetness, acidity and spice, this recipe plays with tried and true texture and flavour combinations in the best of ways.

Cross baba ghanoush with muhammara, and the result is this smoky dip that you'll proudly take to your next party.

We've brightened up the haloumi with the crunch of zucchini and a fresh, vibrant mint dressing.

A simple, vibrant spring salad.

Inspired by an asparagus dish eaten in Sichuan, Tony Tan stir-fries his own version with fresh shiitake mushrooms, ginger and soy sauce. So simple, so good.

A hearty vegan dish that's good as a side or eaten on its own.

A simple, lovely starter that celebrates the best of tomato season.

You love eggplant but you're short on time. This is the recipe for you.

Add a squeeze of lemon and you're set.

"You could imagine sitting on a wharf in the Mediterranean having the same thing," says the former Pt Leo Estate culinary director.

We can’t get enough of broad beans and asparagus in spring. Simply toss with pasta and you have dinner sorted.

Our express recipe for the classic salad. And please, hold the chicken.

A winning dish that brings classic flavours and simple comforts together in a single bowl.

A dish from China's Chiu Chow community that makes the most of the top-shelf fresh fish.

An easy comfort dish to eat with rice or as part of a shared banquet with family and friends.

This could very well be your new favourite dip.

A fresh, simple and easy seafood dish from the long-standing Melbourne restaurant.

For when you want something fast, and a little bit special too.

A one-tray roast with the added boost of flavoured compound butter. You won't look back.

The chef's guide to making the classic and cream Italian pasta dish.

It's Chinese home-style cooking at its speediest.

A fresh sidekick to a roast chicken, or an easy starter on its own.

An express version of the spiced beef braise from China's Sichuan region.

Remember when you promised to eat more whole grains?

A simple dish that's rich, savoury and made special by the inclusion of pipis.

A tricked-up version of jacket potatoes that you're going to love.

We've added an utterly addictive Chinese condiment to this simple stir-fry.

Love garlic? Love prawns? You'll love this.

A fast and fresh take on the classic potato salad, with creaminess from goat's cheese and crunch from roasted almonds.

The legendary chef's simple and delicious celebration of Australian native produce.

Fish Friday just got a whole lot more interesting.

A comfort bowl that's ready in minutes.

An express version of this flavourful rice dish from north-west China.

Just add rice, and dinner's set.

This vibrant salad by Melbourne restaurant Sunda fires on all cylinders.

A quick salad of crunchy celeriac and raw mushrooms that suits the change of season perfectly.

No gemfish? No problem. Any firm, white-fleshed fish – trevally, say – will work here.

A slurpable mid-week meal that packs a punch.

Crack the pepper fresh, and don't skimp on it.

A luxurious soup that's a cinch to pull together.

Lamb, potatoes and a zesty mint sauce. It's a winner.

It's the peasant-style Italian pasta soup, but it's ready in 30 minutes.

Seek out whatever 'shrooms are in season, then make this filled pasta.

Simplicity is always a winner when it comes to vegetables.

A final stir-through of mascarpone takes this mid-week dish to another level.

Pasta from the pantry. A quick sauce. This puttanesca is a no-brainer for a midweek meal.

Spanner crab, avocado and toast. Is there a more Australian way to start your dinner party?

A bright, well-balanced dressing can take a roast dinner in new directions.

Radicchio leaves and roasted almonds contrast with sweet, juicy pork loin, adding bitterness and crunch.

Part soup, part gentle curry, this brothy-y recipe is best served with rice and noodles. Add curry leaves and fish sauce for extra dimension.

How best to appreciate the silkiness of scallops? Raw, and drizzled with a light citrus dressing.

A quick pan-fry in butter, a simple side of mushrooms and green beans – dinner done.

A classic recipe by chef Daniel Pepperell, with the punchy, salty hit of bottarga.

You might know the Italian dish of fish cooked in "crazy water". This is it's capsicum-based cousin.

A fresh, cleansing noodle soup for cooler nights and head colds.

Where bright and bitter flavours unite.

A salad that's all crunch and freshness.

This sweet-soy recipe actually hails from Hong Kong, and makes a very more-ish starter to any dinner party.

Brussels sprouts – they're more than a side dish.

A juicier, tropical take on devils on horseback, with lychees in place of dates.

The perfect grilled prawn lies in the dressing – and this one's a winner.

The sambal packs a mighty punch in these spicy prawn sticks, and using lemongrass stalks in place of skewers adds even more flavour.

What's better than fish sticks? Fish on sticks.

These barbecued Japanese pork skewers will keep you coming back for more, especially when glazed with the sweet and sticky tare sauce.

The classic combo of fragrant spices, cooling yoghurt and lamb, on a stick. A crowd-pleaser that's as simple as it is delicious.

This Sichuan-inspired dish with great depth of flavour, and a decent level of spice.

It's the vegetable that divides even vegetable-lovers. But try it like this, with garlic, ginger and chilli, and perhaps those okra-haters will be converted.

In a hurry? Whip up this simple fish dish with an easy, DIY black bean sauce.

The salty, oceanic taste of the shrimp with the sour-sweetness of the green mango, a little heat from the chilli and plenty of texture make this a complete dish.