A good old baked spud is a thing of delight. Add a spicy twist with masala peas, and serve with a garlicky mint and coriander yoghurt sauce.

A moist fruit loaf that's free of refined sugar - ideal for breakfast on the go.

Looking for a healthy version of chips and dip? Nothing to feel guilty about here with baked parsnips contrasted beautifully with a creamy dip made with cashews, garlic, and lemon.

A bowl of miso soup with plenty of fresh vegetables and herbs is simplicity at its best. Sprinkle lime juice and fish sauce for a flavour boost, chilli for added warmth.

Almond, brazil and cashew nuts provide a nutritious start to the day with this tasty nut butter - a great alternative to peanut butter.

A moist and dense cake made with pumpkin and carrot, complemented beautifully with nutmeg, ginger and cinnamon and topped with a creamy vanilla butter icing.

The rich caramel flavour in this shake is reminiscent of a traditional milkshake but it's packed full of nourishing ingredients.

We’re keen travellers here at Bite so Lonely Planet’s latest book The World’s Best Brunches has been a welcome addition to the kitchen.

A succulent and tasty dinner that the family will love. Serve with a side of creamy mashed potatoes.

Bursting with possible toppings, pancakes are always a winner. Serve these wholemeal pancakes with beautifully-stewed seasonal fruit.

A hearty and warming dinner, lamb tagine is a family favourite. Poached quinces add an interesting twist.

A deliciously chocolatey dessert to serve up this weekend - made a little more decadent with a rich chocolate sauce.

Tasty polenta chips are a crowd-pleasing snack to serve up with drinks.

Quinces poach beautifully in a slow-cooker. Use them in this delicious almond cake, or swap them out for poached pears.

Everyone loves a good chicken pie and this one is extra delicious. It is pastry-free and comes with a tasty kumara and potato mash topping.

One dish is all you need to whip up this delicious baked chicken for dinner tonight.

Mix delicious fig jam into a quick and easy fritter batter, to produce these moreish treats. Best served piping hot with ice cream on the side.

The classic sweet and hot combination of Asian flavours is matched with the natural sweetness of the lamb. Slow-cooked to a deliciously tender and juicy result.

A great choice for parties and a subtle way to introduce children to spices.

Peter Gordon shares tips and advice on preserving lemons.

Quinces make the prettiest pink jellies, nectars and syrups and add a unique flavour to meat dishes and pie fillings.

Ray McVinnie shares the correct technique for holding and using a knife - from how to cut a pumpkin to quick and efficient dicing.

Take your pick from 50+ speedy but tasty recipes in our easy chicken dinners collection - all perfect for midweek meals.

This sticky grilled peanut and lemongrass chicken calls for chicken thighs, and is a snip to put together on a weeknight.

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This light and nutty gluten-free muesli takes all of about 15 minutes to make and is much, much cheaper than buying gluten-free muesli from the shelves. Much yummier too.

This bread has been served alongside a selection of cheeses at Vinnies restaurant for over 10 years - and it's delicious.

Masterchef 2014 winners Karena and Kasey Bird share a decadent recipe for a tried and true favourite, rocky road - with a twist.

Choccie lovers rejoice. Here's a selection of some of our favourite warm chocolate dessert recipes from the Bite archives.

What better way to welcome the impending cold weather than with a sausage casserole.