Cooking with the Australian Womens Weekly

The Australian Women’s Weekly FOOD magazine is all about food; how to create, make, bake and cook it. With masses of tips, hints, and useful ‘how-to’ pictures and videos, FOOD helps readers to cook with confidence.

Editor’s Letter

Sharpen up • Quite possibly one of the most important pieces of kitchen equipment, a good knife is a worthwhile investment into your culinary future.

MEET THE FOOD TEAM • Our experts reveal their favourite and most unusual chefs’ knives.

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PLAN AHEAD

Absolutely pie-fect • The search for a hearty dinner that the whole family loves is over! This tender chicken pie with caramelised leek, crunchy pops of celery and a more-ish creamy sauce is a sure-fire winner.

Foodie forum • From Facebook to Instagram, we love seeing our readers #cookwiththeweekly. Here are our top picks this month!

WHAT’S IN Season PUMPKIN • Let’s celebrate this golden vegetable that’s treasured for its flavour and versatility.

Tuesday twists night • Get out of that midweek cooking rut with these tasty dinner makeovers.

Little wonders • Four delicious fillings in convenient bite-sized pastries makes these mini quiches super versatile for parties, snacks and school lunches.

Shhh! it’s actually vego! • These dishes might look like they’re fast food packed with meat, but take a closer look – they’re all secretly vegetarian!

Noodles for all • Tossed in stir-fries or dunked in broth, we love noodles every way they come!

Hearty salads • Cool weather doesn’t mean salads are off the menu – we’ve bulked them up with barley for satisfying vegan side dishes that everyone can enjoy.

Cake couture • A feast for the eyes as well as the tastebuds, these high glamour creations will put your old cake recipes to rest. We show you how to bake perfect cakes with gorgeous styling.

CAKE BITES

Take it slow • A dinner party that’s impressive and effortless? Your slow cooker and these recipes are your secret weapon.

GO SLOW ALL YEAR

TEST KITCHEN NOTES

SIMPLE SEAFOOD DINNERS • With a well-stocked pantry, you’ll only need to grab five ingredients for the easiest seafood dinners ever!

Behind scenes in the The Australian Women’s Weekly Test Kitchen • Learn the top secrets from our Test Kitchen with step-by-step recipes we’ve triple tested for success.

Pie masters • Buttery, cheesey pastry with hits of pepper is the ultimate wrapping for this tender beef and beer filling.

STEP by STEP

On a roll • Gooey cheese, pepperoni and basil all wrapped up in an easy-to-make dough will make the house smell like heaven and your tastebuds super happy.

STEP by STEP

Stack ’em up • The secret to light and fluffy pancakes is all in the whisking. Follow our simple steps and choose your toppings for a special brekkie.

STEP by STEP

Scrumptious autumn desserts • Turn this season’s bounty of fruit into warming desserts rich with sweetness, spice and all things nice.

STEP by STEP

STEP by STEP

MUMS the WORD • A leisurely cocktail party, bursting with yummy bite-sized snacks and fun drinks? Mum’s day off has never looked better!

Easy MEXICAN BANQUET • Gather friends and family for an authentic Mexican feast that’s full of punchy flavours, vibrant colour and good times!

In the kitchen with Gran • Pop on your pinny, pour a cup of tea and take a trip down memory lane with these sweet grandma-approved faves.

GRANDMA’S TOP TIPS

Mile high pie • Pamela Clark has been associated with The Australian Women’s Weekly Test Kitchen for nearly 50 years, teaching generations of Australians how to cook. Here’s her ultimate lemon meringue pie.

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