A warm, old-fashioned dessert that makes its own sauce Lemon Delicious is one of those clever old-fashioned puddings that feels more special than it looks on paper. It goes into the oven as one simple mixture, then bakes into a light, cakey lemon top with a...
One-Pot Cheesy Beef Pasta for under $5.00 per serve! A budget-friendly dinner that tastes like comfort food It has a bolognese-style base, but instead of cooking the pasta separately, the small pasta shapes cook in the sauce. That means fewer dishes, a thicker, family-friendly meal and...
This pecan pie is rich, sweet and nutty, so it’s best treated as a special-occasion dessert rather than an everyday budget bake. Pecans and maple syrup can be expensive, but you can make the recipe a little more family-friendly by using fewer whole pecans on top...
A warm, easy pudding using pantry basics and any tired fruit in the bowl This is a good one for families because it feels like dessert, but it’s mostly fruit, oats and pantry staples. It is also forgiving — you can use apples, pears, frozen berries,...
Chicken Drumstick Rice Bake: a budget family dinner that cooks in one dish Chicken drumsticks are often much cheaper than chicken breast, and because they cook on the bone, they add plenty of flavour without needing expensive extras. This simple rice bake is warm, filling and...
An old-school family dinner that still earns its place on the table Tuna pasta bake may not be fancy, but that’s part of its charm. It’s warm, filling, kid-friendly and made mostly from pantry and freezer staples. For families watching the grocery budget, it’s also a...
When the budget’s tight but you still want something fresh and satisfying, this Thai basil chicken delivers. It’s fast, flexible, and easy to bulk out with extra veg—perfect for busy weeknights....
Ready in 30 minutes, with juicy chicken and pillowy gnocchi smothered in a dreamy Parmesan cream sauce with sun-dried tomatoes. Prep time: 5 mins Cooking time: 25 mins Serves 5 Creamy Chicken and Gnocchi Ingredients 30 ml olive oil 816 g boneless skinless chicken breasts 1 tsp salt 1 tsp black pepper 1...
Donna’s one-tray baked chicken layered with buffalo mozzarella, wrapped in prosciutto and roasted with balsamic and cherry tomatoes is a real favourite. It looks impressive, tastes incredible and the oven does most of the work for you. Ingredients ¼ cup (60ml/2 fl oz) balsamic vinegar 1...
This show-stopping salmon from Donna Hay balances sweet honey, gentle chilli heat and a light cure for incredible flavour and texture. Finished under the grill and served with a sharp horseradish crème fraîche, it’s an elegant yet easy centrepiece for entertaining or a special family...
