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a bowl of watermelon sorbet with a small slice of watermelon in and a spoon

Easy-Peasy Watermelon Sorbet

This is the perfect summertime refresher that's free from any nasties and isn't complicated to make. In fact, the only thing in this sorbet is watermelon.

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White chocolate, raspberry + chia seed slice

Need a nut-free, egg-free, dairy-free, vegan recipe that still tastes great? We've got you covered. This one is super yummy and it's also no-bake. You're welcome. :)

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Chocolate Crackle Slice

This is a modern twist on the classic childhood treat of the 80s and 90s: the chocolate crackle. Best enjoyed while reminiscing about childhood birthday parties and life without the internet.

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Blueberry, Cashew + Coconut Slice

Blueberry, Cashew + Coconut Slice

If you ask us, there isn't enough purple food in the world. So, we've created this blueberry, cashew and coconut slice to help fill the void (or at least the void in your tummy). Give it a whirl? It's purple-icious.

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Peach and Raspberry Yoghurt Icy Poles

Homemade ice blocks should be the cornerstone of childhood summer memories, and this recipe is one of the best. Made with plain yoghurt and fresh fruit, they're good enough to eat at any time of day.

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apple cinnamon pancakes

This is one of our fave pancake recipes ever. They're packed full of fibre and good stuff, but also taste amazing. Give them a whirl next time you're on weekend breakfast duty.

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Make your own damper

Make your own damper

Next time you're sitting around a campfire or even a backyard fire pit, give homemade damper a try. It's fun to make and practically full proof. Top with butter and golden syrup for even sweeter childhood memories.

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Homemade Soda Bread

This recipe is perfect for people who want to fill their homes with the smell of freshly baked bread but don't have the time or patience for sourdough.  Soda bread takes less than an hour to make, which we reckon is pretty great (and I bet our constantly hungry kiddos do too!)....

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Sugar-Free Tiny Teddies

Sugar-Free Tiny Teddies

All kids love tiny teddies, but our sugar-free version are even better than the supermarket kind, we reckon. Made without any refined sugar, they've also got a good whack more nutrition too. Enjoy!

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Pressed flower biccies

Next time you need some morning tea inspo, try these pressed flower biccies. They're as pretty as they are tasty and best served with our garden tea (recipe for both here).

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cauliflower and fennel soup with rosemary oil in a large mug with a child's hands holding it

Cauliflower and Fennel Soup with Rosemary Oil

Looking for a quick and easy winter-warmer that the whole family will enjoy? Our cauliflower and fennel soup is super simple to make, but the addition of rosemary oil makes it just a little bit fancy.

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trick food: a plate of apple slices decorated to look like mini watermelon pieces

Trick food: Watermelon Apple Slices

Add a bit of razzle dazzle to your next snack plate with this culinary magic: turn apple slices into miniature watermelon pieces. It's practically guaranteed to excite kids (and adults too).

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Vegan Iced VoVo slice

Our raspberry + cashew cream iced vovo slice is a delicious and nutritious twist on the classic Aussie biscuit. While there's a few elements to this recipe, it's easier than you'd think.

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Hello Dhal-ing: our fave dhal recipe

Hello Dhal-ing: our fave dhal recipe

A bowl full of dhal is the mealtime equivalent to a giant hug, and this dhal recipe is one of our all-time favourites. Try it for yourself.

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tummy tonic

Whether you or your kids have a tummy ache related to nerves or you've simply eaten too much of the wrong food, this tummy tonic will soothe your belly.

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Anna Jones' One-Pot Spaghetti

This magical one-pot spaghetti recipe is life-changing. Simply add all the ingredients to a pot with water and voila: dinner without a fuss.

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Cute food: puppy pears

Transform slices of pear into cute puppy faces. It's cute fruit that's almost too adorable to eat. Perfect for picky eaters, party plates or ho-hum days.

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Lunch Lady Recipe - Best Ever Banana Bread

The best ever banana bread

Want to try the world's best banana bread? Step right this way. This recipe is also packed full of ingredients that will help you sleep, making it the perfect midnight snack.

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Lunch Lady Blog - popcorn recipe - issue 4

How to make homemade popcorn!

Family movie nights need popcorn. Here's how to make the perfect batch of popcorn and three fab toppings that aren't boring butter and salt.

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Fun cake ideas: lemon cloud cake

Made from fluffy lemon-flavoured cake with lolly rain, Rachel Savage's latest cake creation is fun to make for birthdays, holidays or even just rainy days.

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Back to school and work lunchbox ideas (part four!)

Back to school and work lunchbox ideas (part four!)

The fourth and final part of our lunchbox inspiration series features a salad you will definitely make friends with: our crispy veg and noodle salad. Here's how to make it.

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Back to school and work lunchbox ideas (part one!)

Whether you're stuck in a lunchbox rut or you're just looking for a few new ideas to satisfy your fussy eaters — we've got your back. Try out the recipes in our four-part lunchbox special.

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Recipe: How to make coloured pasta

Make dinner time fun again with these easy-peasy coloured pasta recipes. They're made with the goodness of veggie purees instead of artificial colours.

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Seven Easy Salad Dressing recipes

Run out of store-bought salad dressing or just sick of eating boring salads? Never fear—your sad salad days are over. We’ve got seven super-simple dressing recipes that will even have your kids asking for seconds.

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