The cold snap has well and truly arrived. Rise above the chilly weather with these essential recipes that’ll warm the heart and soul this weekend.
Roasted pumpkin and ginger soup
When the leaves turn golden and dusk begins to settle earlier, it's time for soup. Pumpkin and ginger will warm you up - and fill you up!
Turmeric and coconut fish curry
Whiting is a delicate fish that requires minimal cooking. It's the perfect match for the gently spiced flavours of this easy weeknight dish. If you love the flavours of Indian and Sri Lankan cuisines, this family-friendly curry recipe will become a firm dinner favourite.
Valli Little's massaman roast chicken
For a roast with a difference, try Valli's flavour-packed massaman roast chicken.
Slow-cooked beef in stout
Stout and prunes add unexpected sweetness to this saucy beef stew.
Beer-braised lamb shanks with mieliepap
This South African take on lamb shank stew is served with a traditional creamy maize meal side.
Slow-roasted pork and red wine ragu with pappardelle
"I find this pork ragu best for a Saturday night dinner party or a late Sunday lunch as you can leave the meat to slow-roast all day without any effort on your part." - Katie Quinn Davies
Colin Fassnidge's slow-roasted lamb shoulder
Colin Fassnidge and Anthony Puharich collaborate on the ultimate slow cook roast lamb recipe. Colin's number one tip is to insist on the best produce available, while Anthony suggests patience: turn down the temperature, and don't rush a good roast.
Oxtail pot-au-feu
Colin Fassnidge and Anthony Puharich admit they’re both mama’s boys as they reflect on the kitchen alchemy learnt from their mothers, and the recipes that shape the way they cook today
Colin Fassnidge's pork belly sausage rolls
Colin Fassnidge makes over a fast-food classic, using minced pork belly in a sausage roll and serving with a red capsicum jam.
Pork sausage, green lentil and red-wine braise
Sausage don't always have to be boring and barbecued. Take them up a notch with thyme-infused lentils and creamy mash.
Quick tomato, basil and sumac gozleme
With the weather getting colder and the end of week drawing ever closer, this modern take on a cult classic is always a winner come dinner.
Ultimate cheese toastie
Just when you thought you didn’t need another reason to make a cheese toastie, Billie McKay goes and raises the bar.
Spicy slow-cooked lamb ribs
Slow roasted until the meat is falling off the bone, these lamb ribs are tender and packed full of flavour. If 1.5kg seems like an obscene quantity for only four people, keep in mind that once they’re cooked, they will shrink considerably.
Leek and yoghurt soup with slow-braised onions
This dish is inspired by an Afghani yoghurt soup. The rich tang of the yoghurt plays against the sweetness of the braised onions.
Rick Stein's pea and ham soup
Serve this hearty soup to your family and friends to warm up their long winter nights.
Crispy, slow-cook pork belly
This crispy, slow-cooked pork roast is the perfect, totally simple Sunday lunch.
Oxtail, chorizo and red wine stew
This tender braised meat is designed to be cooked slowly, then enjoyed at leisure with friends.
Prawn tom yum
This tom yum is packed with soba noodles, tofu, cherry tomatoes, bok choy, prawns and bean sprouts - it is hearty enough for a main meal.
Chicken, ham and leek pie
There's nothing like an old-fashioned chicken pie to warm your up on a winter's night. Jamie Oliver's gluten-free version with savoury ham and leek will not disappoint.
Flu-busting super greens soup with truffle oil
“Super greens aren’t just for smoothies. Turn nourishing veg into a rich, creamy soup loaded with plant-based iron and vitamins A and C, and with an extra boost thanks to the addition of chickpeas” - Shannon Harley.
Prawn noodle soup
This satisfying dinner idea is big on fresh flavours and spices.
Pea and pea shoot soup with coriander and sweet chilli cream
For a delicious and tempting starter recipe, try this pea & pea shoot soup with coriander and sweet chilli cream.
Chicken and egg noodle soup
Ward away autumn chills and winter colds with this fragrant and spicy soup.
Silvia Colloca's bread and tomato soup
Being frugal doesn’t have to mean skimping on flavour.
Soupe au pistou
Pistou, a paste of basil, garlic and olive oil similar to Italian pesto, hails from Provence in the sunny south of France.
Smoky eggplant and cumin soup
Oozing poached eggs add a richness to this smoky Middle Eastern eggplant and cumin soup.
Carrot and ginger soup with French-style lentils
Katie Quinn Davies bowls us over with a steaming bowl of carrot and ginger soup.
Provencale prawn soup with pistou
Chicken noodle soup recipe
There's nothing better than a fragrant bowl of golden chicken broth studded with root vegetables and herbs. And the best part is it can all be made in one pot.
Spiced carrot soup with ginger raita
Rediscover one of the most versatile root vegetables with this delicious spiced soup.
Thai chicken noodle soup
Flavour trip to the East without leaving your home kitchen via this Thai take on chicken noodle soup.
Tuscan tomato and bread soup
This traditional Tuscan tomato and bread soup is hearty and vibrant - perfect for lunch on a gloomy winter's day.
Chicken broth with kale, quinoa and preserved lemon
It would be hard to create a bowl more healthy and soothing than this quinoa, kale and preserved lemon infused chicken soup.
Beef, beer and bacon spaghetti
This is one trifecta we'll always back, with all the favourite essentials in one dish. Dinner is served. Odds are you're onto a winner.
Lamb meatball curry with pomegranate raita
Lamb sausages become quick and easy meatballs in this hearty Sunday night curry.
Moroccan chicken pies
There's nothing more delightful than freshly baked pie straight out of the oven. This spiced-up individual Moroccan chicken version really delivers.
Chicken, red capsicum, tomato and chickpea chilli
My sister is the most virtuous of women when it comes to cooking, refusing even to use oil to fry the onion when making the base of a braise like this one. I do use a little oil to fry the onion because, well, I’m fallible and human! This dish has become my sister’s party piece and, even though I’m partial to more than my fair share of animal fats, I’m a bit addicted to the textures, which make this fun to eat - Matt Preston.
Quick filo fish pie
Need some weeknight inspiration in a hurry? This quick and creamy fish comes to the rescue for a delicious meal - perfect for everyday eating.
Beer-braised lamb shanks with cauliflower smash
Lamb shanks might be a slow-cooker's best friend, but beer and cauliflower mash lift this version to new heights.
Beer and bacon mac ‘n’ cheese
"This beer-infused mac 'n' cheese is the ultimate weeknight comfort food. Serve any leftovers for breakfast with a fried egg," says Warren Mendes.
Justine Schofield's roast pork belly with chargrilled peach salsa
“I love changing the hero protein on the table. Pork, with its succulent meat and crispy crackling, is paired here with a hint of spice,” says Justine Schofield.
Thai chicken risotto
You've never had risotto like this before. With it's spicy kick it's sure to be a winner.
Korean barbecue chicken fried rice
Fried rice that doesn't require home delivery and wait-time? That's our kind of quick and easy midweek meal.
Sake-poached chicken with soba noodles
The chicken in this dish is lightly poached in sake, soy and sugar for an authentic Japanese flavour.
