Who doesn’t love a good veggie slice? You can pack them with a whole lot of veg and meats which make them perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner idea.

A slice is also a great way to smuggle veggies into without the littles ones making a fuss. Plus all of the ingredients are bound together with egg, which is a great source of added protein.

Try this easy vegetable and ham slice if your out of ideas for lunch or dinner this week. With a tasty zucchini slice bottom and then filled with a ham and egg mixture, this slice is too good not to try.

Make the night before and take for lunch the next day.  It’s the slice that keeps on giving.

Vegetable and ham slice recipe to try 

Vegetable and Ham Slice – Australian Eggs

 

 

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Make-ahead lunches are all the rage at the moment, but we’re often put off by the effort and planning it takes to have something fresh and different daily.

One of best ways to manage your meal prep is to batch cook then freeze. With these delectable freezable lunchbox ideas, you can ensure you have yourself organised for the week ahead with something delicious and different to enjoy each day.

Make some space in your freezer, get your Tupperware ready and set aside a Sunday to bake these five different meals and cut into four portions each…and hey presto, you have lunch sorted for the entire month!

MONDAY

This moreish risotto recipe is the perfect meal to enjoy on cold days. Add a little side salad and your lunch is sorted.

Oven baked chicken and mushroom risotto – Australian Mushrooms

 TUESDAY

Who doesn’t love pasta for lunch? This filing yet light recipe, is satisfying and healthy.

Garlic and Herb Ricotta Penne – Perfect Italiano

WEDNESDAY

A frittata or veggie slice is a great cheap and satisfying meal. This recipe is packed full of nutritious veggies and will keep you powering throughout the day.

Cheese and broccoli fingers – Australian Eggs

 

THURSDAY

Tuck into this delicious Italian meatball fusilli bake recipe for a hearty lunch. Serve with with your favourite side salad, if you desire some greens.

Italian Meatball Fusilli Bake – Perfect Italiano

 

FRIDAY

This wholesome pie will be a firm favourite with the entire family. Serve with a crunchy side salad or green beans.

Chicken Pie – Western Star

 

Want more lunch box tips? Read 7 easy tips to pack lunch like a pro.

 

 

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Who doesen’t love a rich and flavoursome, freshly baked lasagne? They’re an ideal family dinner idea plus are also fantastic when you are feeding a crowd.

Those layers of chunky mince, creamy béchamel sauce and irresistible pasta are too good to resist. But…have you tried making your lasagne with anything other than pasta sheets?

This delicious nacho lasagne recipe is made with corn chips and not pasta. This must-try nachosagne (nacho lasagne) recipe will be a family favourite in no time. Plus this nacho lasagne is hinted with Mexican flavours such as taco seasoning, enchilada sauce and sour cream that blended perfectly with the crunchy corn chips.

Nachosagne recipe to try 

Nachosagne – Cobs

 

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From naked burgers, smashed avo, cronuts to poke bowls, Australia has been lucky enough to enjoy some big food trends in recent times.

But there is one ingredient that the food delivery platform, Uber Eats’ predicts will takeover Australia in 2018; pickles! If you enjoy them on your burgers, in salads or on their own. Pickles are set to make their mark this year.

To uncover more foodie favourites, Uber Eats’ looked at ingredients and dishes that experienced spikes in Australia over the last 6 months.

Jodie Auster, Uber Eats’ general manger, Australia and New Zealand, says, “This year’s trending foods showcases Australian’s diverse tastes, with the nation craving everything from pickles to poke to sriracha sauce to seaweed.

“As a nation that is at forefront of all the latest food trends, it’s no surprise that there are so many super foods topping the bill, along with some old time favourites”.

Ubers Eats’ full top 20 list

1. Pickles
2. Bowls
3. Coconut
4. Avocado
5. Toast
6. Tofu
7. Pad Thai
8. Beetroot
9. Dumplings
10. Satay
11. Butter Chicken
12. Beer
13. Pho
14. Truffle
15. Poke
16. Ube
17. Sushi
18. Seaweed
19. Sriracha
20. Quinoa

Image cred: Uber Eats’

 

“With Uber Eats’ now delivering from thousands of restaurants in Australia, it has never been easier to get the food you love delivered to your door – whether you’re looking for a healthy option or enjoying a decadent treat”, said Auster.

 

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Getting your daily intake of protein can be challenging at times. According to Australian Dietary Guidelines your ideal plate should feature at least 50 per cent veggies, 20-25 per cent protein and 20-25 per cent carbohydrate.

Protein consumption is important to help the body function, develop and grow properly so it’s vital you ensure your family is getting the right amount at meal times.

To make your life easier, we have hand picked five protein packed recipes that are not only easy to make but full of nourishing ingredients.

All these recipes and many more can be found in the Good For You Foodbook which you can download or provide your opinion and receive your very own print version.

Egg muffins three ways

This make ahead and freeze recipe is perfect for lunch-boxes and has three different versions for varying tastes. You can also make them for breakfast to keep you powering on until lunchtime.

Egg muffins: 3 ways – Australian Eggs

Chia Wraps with Pomegranate and Moroccan Chicken

Enjoy a protein-rich lunch or light dinner with this scrumptious wrap recipe. With lean chicken, feta and hummus you’ll get your protein-fix with this delicious combo.

Chia wraps with pomegranate and moroccan chicken – Lilydale

Egg Buddha Bowl

Featuring quinoa, eggs and heaps of veggies, this nourishing bowl is a great dinner or lunch idea and full of protein.

Egg buddha bowl – Australian Eggs

Chicken Scotch Eggs

This healthy twist on the traditional scotch egg is not only delicious but lighter on the waistline. The perfect lunch box staple or light dinner the whole family will love.

Chicken Scotch Eggs – Australian Eggs

Avocado and Salmon Poke Bowl

This fresh light recipe is packed full of protein and good fats and is a great lunchbox idea or quick and easy dinner for everyone to devour.

Avocado, chicken and cabbage nourish bowl – Australian Avocados

 

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There’s a boozy new spread trending on the internet at the moment and you we’re desperate to get our hands on a jar.

Gin lovers will be pleased to know that you can now buy a spread featuring your favourite tipple.

Spreadable gin you might ask, whatever is that for? It’s actually a marmalade you can lather on your toast and enjoy like an exquisite preserve.

In just one sweep of a knife you can take your bland toast from hero to zero with this ingenious product from Firebox.

Image cred: FIREBOX

The site recommends you enjoy it with a cucumber sandwich and even promises it won’t give you a hangover as the alcohol is cooked off in the creation process.

They also say that you can bake with it or gooble it straight from the jar if you wish.

Don’t like marmalade? You can also buy gin jam from Pinkster which is made with fresh raspberries left over from the gin production.

Image cred: Pinkster

 

So what’s the catch? Unfortunately these sites are UK based and don’t ship to Australia so we’ll have to beg any friends or family heading to the UK to bag us a bottle.

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A nourish bowl is nutrient rich, easy to put together and packed full of flavour and can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner and in both the summer and winter months.

They are ideal to take to work or as a quick weeknight dinner, just simply prep all of your ingredients and build your bowl.

There are really no rules with a nourish bowl, simply choose all of your favourite ingredients and flavours, ensuring you have a base; quinoa or rice work nicely, a source of protein, veggies and your favourite dressing.

Try this delicious dukkah chicken nourish bowl recipe full of flavour and super easy to build. This easy nourish bowl can be whipped up in under 30 minutes and is the ideal healthy lunch or quick and satisfying dinner idea.

Must-try dukkah chicken nourish bowl recipe 

Dukkah Chicken Nourish Bowls – Lilydale

 

 

 

 

 

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There is nothing better than a fresh and vibrant passionfruit. Whether drizzled on top of a pavlova, blended into a creamy curd or made into a sweet and zingy jam, this fruit is versatile and delicious.

Passionfruit is available all year round, but at the start of Autumn in March and April Australian Passionfruit’s are in season and at their best. Passionfruit’s exotic and zingy flavour instantly adds a citrus zing to desserts, jams and roast dinners.

The passionfruit is a good source of fibre, vitamin C and is low in kilojoules. This funny little fruit might have a rough exterior but certainly makes up for it with its juicy sweet interior and crunchy seeds.

How to select and store passionfruit 

• You don’t have to wait for a passionfruit to wrinkle before it’s ready to be eaten
• A passionfruit will wrinkle because of loss of moisture
• Look for a more plump and heavier passionfruit
• Skin blemishes rarely have any impacts on the flavour of the fruit inside so don’t be put off by by small scratches or marks
• When you take your passionfruit home, if you live in cooler parts of Australian keep the passionfruit in the fruit bowl. In the warmers parts of the country store your passionfruit in the fridge

Perfect Passionfruit Tips

• Passionfruit pairs beautifully with fish, pork, coconut milk, vanilla, honey, banana, mango and pastry
• Try adding passionfruit to a traditional balsamic and olive oil dressing for a tasty, tangy twist
• If you don’t fancy the black edible seeds you can simply strain out them out
• Instead of cutting the passionfruit in half, you can chop the top off and eat it like a build egg with a spoon

Delicious Passionfruit recipes to try 

Passionfruit melting moments – Australian Passionfruit

 

Creamy Passionfruit Curd – Australian Passionfruit

 

Passionfruit and coconut sponge cupcakes – Australian Passionfruit

 

Thick cut fruit toast with passionfruit sauce – Australian Passionfruit

 

Tangy passionfruit sauce – Australian Passionfruit

 

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When your regular go-to treats are becoming a little stale it’s time to look for inspiration elsewhere. Tempt your little one’s tastebuds with these easy snack ideas which will keep them powering throughout the day.

Here are out 10 best lunch box treats which the whole family will love – from homemade muesli bars to savoury muffins, there’s something for everyone.

10 top lunch box treats 

Pear and coconut muffins

These fabulous and fruity muffins, are low in refined sugar, gluten free and are ideal for not only kids lunch boxes, but adults love them too.

Pear and Coconut Muffins – Australian Pears

 

Fruit and nut popcorn balls 

Surprise the kids with these tasty fruit and nut popcorn balls. With only four ingredients, these popcorn balls can be whipped up in under 30 minutes. Perfect to pop into lunch boxes.

Fruit and Nut Popcorn Balls – Cobs

 

Bacon, feta and zucchini muffins

This easy savoury muffin recipe are perfect for lunch boxes and are super quick and easy to whip up.

Bacon, feta and zucchini muffins – Western Star

 

Mini pikelets with berries and yoghurt 

Make a big batch of pikelets on Sunday ready for a busy week. They are great for lunchbox snack or an easy afternoon tea treat served with yoghurt and berries.

Mini pikelets with berries and yoghurt – Western Star

 

Popcorn and coconut slice 

This must-try 10 minute slice recipe is ideal for lunch boxes. Sweetened with dates and honey, this slice is a delicious sweet treat for your kids.

Popcorn and coconut slice – Cobs

 

Egg Muffins: Three ways 

Make one base egg muffin recipe and try out these tasty flavour combinations. These muffins are ideal for breakfast on the go or the perfect size to pop into lunch boxes.

Egg muffins: 3 ways – Australian Eggs

 

Apple and blueberries yoghurt bars 

This easy apple and blueberries yoghurt bar recipe is ideal for a lunch box treat. Serve in a airtight container until you’re ready to enjoy.

Apple, blueberry and yoghurt bars – The Dairy Kitchen

 

Easy museli bars (Nut free) 

Why not make your own muesli bars? This under 20 minute muesli bar recipe will keep for seven days when stored in an airtight container in the fridge.

Easy muesli bars (Nut free) – Western Star

 

Pizza popcorn 

Try something different with this easy pizza popcorn recipe. Make a large batch ready for a week of lunch box snacks.

Pizza popcorn – Cobs

 

Raspberry and Coconut slice 

This sweet and delicious 30 minute slice recipe, is the perfect size to fit into lunch boxes or as quick afternoon treat.

Raspberry and Coconut Slice – Fairy

 

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Think a marriage proposal is all about popping the question on one knee and presenting the ring in a box? Think again, there’s a new trend in engagements… and it’s not what you expect.

People are using avocados to present their rings. Yes, you read that correctly, that green creamy fruit known for mashing on toast and serving at trendy brunches is now being used as a ring holder.

In fact, people are going nuts for this trend and are posting their efforts on Instagram and sharing their stories in print.

Newlyweds and avocado lovers Alison and Mike shared the story of their nuptials on The Knot and detailed their engagement featuring the food.

Image cred: theknot – Alision and Mike, and their Avocado proposal

‘Alison was anxious to leave for the airport (as always) and Mike was rummaging in the kitchen for a snack (as always),’ according to website.

‘Alison went into the kitchen to move him along, and Mike turned from the fridge with an avocado in his hand and asked “Do you want to make guacamole?”.

‘She then asked “where did you get an avocado?” and Mike placed the avocado in her hand. It had been cut open and an engagement ring was inside. Mike then got down on one knee and asked Alison to marry him and she said yes.’

Other avocado proposals have been captured on Instagram with Foodeco posting an image on Valentine’s Day of a sparkling diamond ring perfectly sitting inside a perfectly ripe avocado.

Kim Tyler Photography also captured a couple on a beach having a spontaneous avocado proposal while they were shooting on the beach.

Image cred: kimtylerphotography

 

Avocado proposals? Would you avo-go?

 

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Mornings are always busy, but it’s important that your family and yourself eat a wholesome breakfast daily.

If you’re searching for a grab-and-go breakfast that’s full of delicious ingredients, look no further than these easy egg muffins.

With a quick and easy base recipe you can then choose from three different flavour combinations. From tomato, feta and chives, cheese and veggies, or zucchini, corn and mozzarella –  there is something for everyone.

These savoury muffins are ideal for kids lunch boxes and perfect for an on-the-go breakfast – just keep a batch of these muffins in your refrigerator or freezer to make your life easier during the week.

Easy egg muffin recipe to try 

Egg Muffins: 3 ways – Australian Eggs

 

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A dirty sink is equivalent to a cockroach-infested kitchen. It’s the second most germ-packed place in your beloved cooking space.

Straight after cooking, cleaning your kitchen sink is a must-step to complete to ensure your workspace is germ free.

In fact to ensure germs are not populating your sink, you need to wash and disinfect the sides and bottom of your sink straight after prepping raw meat or scrubbing dirt off your veggies.

But before your splash bleach on the surface and walk away, there’s a few steps you need to take to ensure the sink is completely squeaky clean and germ free.

Steps to remember when cleaning your sink

• First use good old traditional hot water and soap all over the sink.
• Next remove any food scraps and disinfect with either watered down bleach or vinegar if you prefer to avoid aggressive chemicals.
• You should also pour your chosen disinfectant down the drain and have a good look to ensure there are no leftover food scraps left over in the nooks and crannies.
• The final step is to sanity check your sponges as this is a breeding ground for germs as well. If they’re looking rough and ragged around the edges throw them away and replace with new ones.
• Ideally you should replace your sponges and cloths weekly, particularly when scrubbing down raw meat off chopping boards.
• If in doubt, check your sponge for bad smells. If it pongs, then it’s likely to be farming a host of nasty germs.

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Hot cross buns. Hot cross buns. One a penny, two a penny, hot cross buns. Get them while they’re hot, and eat them by the tonne… Never did we think that a nursery rhyme could speak such truths.

It’s basically impossible to only eat one hot cross bun. So what makes these delicious little fruit buns so irresistible? Their soft tearable centres? The way they go so perfectly with generous helpings of spreadable butter?

Here are our tips for making a great hot cross bun:

1. Use good quality baking ingredients

Hot cross buns use simple baking ingredients. Flour, butter, milk, sugar. So make sure to choose quality ingredients. You will definitely see a particular difference when choosing good quality butter and bakers flour.

2. Add a mix of fruit and spice

That incredible spicy, fruity flavour in hot cross buns is created when you use a mix of fruit and the correct spice mix. So don’t just use sultanas, add chopped dried apricots, rind and mixed spice for flavour that has depth.

3. Don’t aim for a perfect appearance

Unlike some baking projects, hot cross buns look even better when they are rustic in appearance. So don’t fuss over getting your buns to look identical, and instead make them with love, brushing over the glaze and applying the crosses, in any way you choose!

4. Use good old fashioned elbow-grease 

A old wives tale says that the only way to make these traditional buns is to knead by hand! So get into the true spirit of Easter, and make these with your family – the old fashioned way.

5. Don’t be afraid to mix it up

While so many put forth an argument to say traditional is the only way to have buns, we think that a sneaky choc chip doesn’t hurt. Try halving your dough and adding a surprise ingredient to one half, and keeping the other half traditional! This way you can have the best of both worlds.

Hot Cross Buns – Get the recipe

Is there any other way to serve incredible hot cross buns, than with a generous helping of spreadable butter? We think not!

Hot Cross Buns – Western Star

 

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Meeting the recommended serve of five portions of veggies a day can be a cumbersome task.

But did you know you can easily up your portions, simply by eating them at breakfast or brunch?

Adding veggies to omelettes, toast, fritters and smoothies is a fuss free and effective way to consume the recommended amount, according to Australian Dietary Guidelines.

According to this report, eating at least five serves of vegetables a day will promote health and well being.

 

Green Breakfast

Pack in the greens with this tasty power breakfast geared to set you up for the day ahead. Full to the brim with goodness, your body will love this nourishing start to the day.

Green Breakfast – Australian Avocados

Mushroom and Tomato Omelette

Who doesn’t love a delicious omelette for breakfast? This mouth-watering recipe is a great Sunday morning brekkie and easy to make.

Mushroom and Tomato Omelette – Australian Eggs

Avo Green Smoothie

Don’t have time for breakfast in the mornings? Don’t skip the most important meal of the day with this avocado smoothie perfect for busy people on the go. Just whizz up in a blender before you head out the door.

Avo Green Smoothie – Australian Avocados

 

 

Mushrooms on Toast 3 Ways

Mushrooms on toast is the perfect protein packed brekkie. Fuel your day with these easy yet delicious three mushroom on toast recipes.

Mushrooms on Sourdough – Australian Mushrooms

 

Mashed Peas with Poached Eggs

Peas for breakfast might sound a little odd, but you’re sure to love this recipe featuring mashed peas served with poached eggs. Packed with proteins and delicious, this meal will keep you powering throughout the day.

Mashed peas with poached eggs – Foodbank

 

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During the week it’s all about quick and easy meals to feed a hungry family. But why not try adding a few couple of meat-free meals to your menu?

Vegetarian dishes are a great way to sneak more goodness into your meals, and save on a few pennies at the same time.

From satisfying pasta dishes, to veggie burgers, these speedy dishes will have you looking forward to cooking dinner all week long.

Garlic and herb ricotta penne

This quick and easy garlic and herb ricotta penne is made with ricotta and not cream, making it a lovely light pasta dish. Plus it can be whipped up in less than 30 minutes.

Garlic and herb ricotta penne – Perfect Italiano

 

Avotilla (Avocado tortillas)

Have fun with dinner and try these super easy avocado tortillas. With a mix of delicious Mexican ingredients these avocado tortillas are sure to be a hit.

Avotilla (Avocado Tortillas) – Australian Avocados

 

Mushroom veggie burgers

This mushroom veggie burger recipe is packed full of flavoursome and nutrient rich ingredients, keeping your family full and satisfied.

Mushroom Veggie Burgers – Australian Mushrooms

 

Avocado lentilicious salad

If your looking for a light dinner option, this avocado lentil salad is a real winner and even better there is no cooking required.

Avocado Lentilicious Salad – Australian Avocados

 

Margherita pizza with pesto ricotta

Make Friday night pizza night. This easy Margherita pizza with pesto ricotta is full of flavour and can be on the table in less than 30 minutes.

Margherita pizza with basil pesto – Perfect Italiano

 

Pasta carbonara with spinach

This pasta carbonara recipe is quick, easy and delicious. Made with spinach and egg, this vegetarian carbonara is an ideal mid-week dinner. Plus if there is leftovers, it makes for a great lunch the next day.

Pasta carbonara with spinach – Australian Eggs

 

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We often use pantries for shoving our groceries away and forgetting we have them. We often dread organising them and leave it until everything gets out of hand, only to realise when it’s too late.

Chances are we discover we’ve over stocked on unnecessary supplies and spent on money better used elsewhere.

This year take control of your pantry and save on money and time, what’s more you’ll feel good every time you open it knowing you across your supplies inside out.

Have varying heights between shelves

One excellent tip is to have varying heights between your shelves so you can stack smartly.

For example, stack your large items at the bottom with a height varying between 18-20 inches, then cereal boxes between 14-16 inches, next cans between 6-7 inches, then items in baskets between 6-8 inches, then lastly rarely used items at the top between 18-20 items.

Also allocating each shelf a theme with space to see what you have in stock will give structure to your pantry and you’ll know where everything is at all times.

Use file folders to stack canned goods

Do you often find your canned goods falling over or do you struggle to navigate which ones you need to restock?

Try stacking your cans in labelled file folders. It will stop your cans falling over and you’ll know at a glance which ones you need to restock and which ones you are well supplied for.

Image cred: The Home Edit

Label your baskets

For keeping goods in neat boxes, get plenty of baskets and label them so you know exactly what you have and where.

Your pantry will not only look neat and organised, but it will be easier to clean and more hygienic for storage purposes.

Use Lazy Susans

For items used on a daily basis such as spreads, oils, vinegars and sauces use Lazy Susans to find things quickly and effectively.

We suggest you keep these within reachable distance with easy access.

Image cred: Honeybear Lane

Attach wheels to carts for large items

For items you are storing on the bottom shelf, attach wheels to carts for ease of accessibility.

This is ideal for fresh produce such as potatoes and onions and other large items such as dog food or bottles of water and juice.

 

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British Culinary queen Nigella Lawson is currently obsessed with a certain Australian ingredient she dubs ‘the way of the future’.

Image cred: nigellalawson

 

The 58-year-old says Finger Limes are like ‘caviar on the tongue’ and enjoys them with cold oysters.

”Just back from Down Under, and have to report that the Finger Lime is the way of the future! I’d eaten them before, some years ago, and they are native to Australia (citrus australasica) but on this visit I noticed them everywhere, and even saw them growing,’ says Nigella.

“They look like little brown sausage-fruits on the outside, but inside they are filled with beads that burst like lime caviar on the tongue. An ice cold oyster with finger lime is a sensation.”

 

Image cred: nigellalawson

 

For those not familiar with Finger Limes, this citrus fruit looks like a tiny wrinkled elongated lime and come in a variety of colours.

Nigella recommends the fruit mixed with ‘extra virgin olive oil and sea salt flakes in the empty belly of an avocado’ also likes to add them to her drinks, especially gin and tonics.

“Also excellent in a gin and tonic. I am hoping to be able to find them back home. I ordered a plant the minute I got off the plane, but I don’t rate my chances of growing them here!”

Finger Limes, who would have thought it.

 

Image cred: Shutterstock

 

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No need to pack away the barbecue just yet. Barbecuing any meats add great flavour, but is also ideal when you are entertaining. You can cook a large variety of meats in one go to serve to your guests.

But, have you ever tried barbecuing a butterflied chicken? The benefits of butterflying a roast chicken, is that it will cook quicker, it is much easier to marinate and the skin is crispier and tastier.

Spice up your barbecuing recipe repertoire with this BBQ piri piri butterflied chicken.

This chicken recipe is perfect to serve to guests at your next dinner party or BBQ.

With a spicy piri piri sauce, this juicy chicken is sure to impress.  Serve with your favourite crunchy coleslaw recipe and charred lemon wedges.

BBQ piri piri butterflied chicken recipe to try 

BBQ piri piri butterflied chicken – Lilydale

 

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A delicious pasta salad is the star of any backyard barbecue, picnic or casual dinner party. Pasta salads are quick and easy to prepare and are extremely versatile.

They are ideal if you are entertaining to a large group of people and can be catered to be kid-friendly, vegetarian, vegan, gluten free and many more.

These following easy pasta salad recipes, are super simple but packed full of flavour. They make for fantastic side dishes and sure to be loved by your guests.

Pasta salad recipes to try 

Tomato and asparagus pasta salad 

This colourful tomato and asparagus pasta salad is sure to impress. Even better – it can be whipped up in under 30 minutes.

Tomato and asparagus pasta salad – ZoOsh Foods

 

Creamy avocado pasta salad with crispy prosciutto 

A whole lot of green goodness! This creamy avocado pasta salad is ideal for entertaining. Using fresh ingredients this recipe also pairs beautifully with barbecued meats.

Creamy avocado pasta salad with crispy prosciutto – Foodbank

 

Pasta salad with eggs, peas,rocket and asparagus 

Add extra protein to your pasta salad by adding eggs. Not only do they bulk up your pasta salad up but they pair beautifully with other ingredients, such as peas, rocket and asparagus. Whip up this tasty egg pasta salad in 30 minutes.

Pasta salad with eggs, peas, rocket and asparagus – Australian Eggs

 

Greek chicken meatballs and pasta warm salad 

Not all pasta salads have to be served cold. This greek chicken meatballs and pasta salad, can be a meal on its own or a fulfilling side dish. Guests will be begging for more!

Greek chicken meatballs with warm pasta salad – Lilydale

 

Mediterranean tuna pasta salad 

Keep things fresh and light with this easy mediterranean tuna pasta salad recipe. In 30 minutes you can plate up this colourful pasta salad which is an ideal side dish for any dining occasion.

Mediterranean tuna pasta salad – ZoOsh Foods

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There really isn’t a more versatile ingredient to always have on hand other than eggs. Keeping your fridge stocked with a carton at all times you can rest easy knowing that a quick and easy dinner is always at your finger tips.

Eggs can be enjoyed beyond the breakfast table. They’re also fast, and a great binder for other ingredients, which you can turn into a delicious meal the whole family will love.

Why eggs are the ultimate quick-fix dinner

• Eggs won’t break the bank: plus a standard carton of a dozen will easily provide you with a few quick dinners throughout the week.
• They are a pantry staple: most households will always have a carton on hand which makes them an easy reach for quick dinners.
• They can turn practically any leftover into a main meal: any leftover roast veggies or meats, can turn into a frittata.
• Eggs are extremely versatile: there are more ways to cook and prepare eggs than we can possibly count. Scrambled, poached, fried, baked and boiled – your choice!

So if you’re in a dinner rut, why not try a quick fried rice, with an egg on top or how about a quick and easy pesto pasta with egg? Super simple and the family will love them. Plus if there is leftovers take them for lunch the next day.

Easy and quick egg recipes to try 

Fried rice with boiled eggs – Australian Eggs

 

 

Pasta salad with eggs, peas, rocket and asparagus – Australian Eggs

 

Pesto pasta with eggs – Australian Eggs

 

Fried rice with a sliced omelette – Australian Eggs

 

Egg, tuna and chickpea salad – Australia Eggs

 

*DISCLAIMER – Australian Eggs is a contributing  recipe Partner at myfoodbook.com.au. This feature includes a mix of content sourced from Australian Eggs and our own opinions.   Find out more about Australian Eggs. 

 

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