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Pastry

Vanilla slice.
EASY

Emelia Jackson’s foolproof vanilla slice is easier to make than you might expect

This zesty twist on the nostalgic country bakery classic is more “modern chic”, less “sugar coma”.

  • < 30 mins
  • Emelia Jackson
Cheese straws twisted with chilli crisp.

‘Utterly addictive’: How to make Emelia Jackson’s cheese straws with a spicy twist

Made with rough puff pastry, these elegant cheese straws are perfect for nibbling during party season.

  • 2 hrs +
  • Emelia Jackson
Helen Goh’s strawberry ricotta crostata.

Strawberry ricotta crostata

A free-form tart with a layer of vanilla-flavoured ricotta topped with jammy strawberries.

  • 2 hrs +
  • Helen Goh
Top this simple tart with zucchini rounds (pictured) or asparagus spears.

Five easy-breezy savoury tarts to make this week

Nothing says spring like a simple tart topped with new-season asparagus or zucchini and plenty of cheese.

EASY

Zucchini and ricotta tart

This simple, picnic-friendly tart is a versatile recipe for this time of year.

  • 30 mins - 1 hr
  • Julia Busuttil Nishimura
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Bread and butter pudding with chocolate, pecans and bourbon caramel

Supermarket croissants work beautifully in this boozy winter dessert.

  • 30 mins - 1 hr
  • Helen Goh
Helen Goh’s Dubai chocolate brownies.

Helen Goh takes the viral Dubai chocolate bar and makes it even better

Inspired by the pistachio chocolate, this brownie is a textural treat in every bite.

  • 1-2 hrs
  • Helen Goh
The beef, Guinness and marrow pie at the Builders Arms in Fitzroy.

From humble pie to showstopper: How to make this famous Melbourne dish at home

Block out the afternoon to make this indulgent British beef pie, richly flavoured with bone marrow and Guinness.

  • 2 hrs +
  • Leon Smith
Serve with a greek salad on the side.
EASY

What do you call this golden, cheesy six-ingredient pie? A Greek legend

Brushing some of the filling onto the top gives this simple tiropita a burnished, salty finish.

  • 1-2 hrs
  • Julia Busuttil Nishimura
Quick fish and cauliflower skillet pie with horseradish.
EASY

Quick fish and cauliflower skillet pie with horseradish

This fish pie with a creamy tarragon-flecked horseradish sauce is as comforting as traditional pies but can be made in half the time.

  • 30 mins - 1 hr
  • Jessica Brook