There’s something a little magical about mushrooms. Not only are they delicious, they’re also jam-packed with health benefits. Dive into the world of ’shrooms with these three tasty recipes.

The past year my baking has transitioned a lot to learning and creating with plant-based ingredients. It’s been a year of delicious afternoon teas including this recipe for vegan carrot cake.

I’ve remade this traditional sweet of New Zealand with all plant-based ingredients, and given it a real hit of ginger to stimulate circulation and warm the body. It’s the perfect afternoon tea treat with edge for the cooler months of the year.

This recipe is a great one to cook with kids — they love getting their hands into it. If they don’t love cinnamon that’s okay; just remove the topping and let them pop some honey or butter on top when it comes out of the oven instead.

One-pan bakes are some of the best ways to be resourceful and sustainable in the way you eat, using up whatever is left in the fridge and pantry.

In this nutritious one-pan meal, I’ve created a simple curry flavour using these two key ingredients and teamed them with a seasonal chutney to finish. Ready in 20 minutes — go!

The hearty nature of the cauliflower “steaks” accompanied by the carrots and beans makes this a really substantial meal without the fuss.

If ever there was a super-quick, super-satisfying and super-nourishing easy meal to curb the cravings of a burger on the go, then this fish burger is it.

Most poke bowls call for a raw fish, but cooked pieces of fish go equally well and grab the spicy flavours even better. Salmon is a great source of omega-3 fatty acids to support brain and cognitive function and heart health, reduce inflammation in the body and stabilise appetite too.

This Mauritian-inspired red lentil soup is the ultimate comfort food. Easy to whip together, it’s warming to the body, with a wonderful kicker of plant proteins from lentils, and prebiotic fibre and antioxidants from garlic and onions too. Try making your own to enjoy in the comfort of your own home.

Did you know that Mauritian food is derived from so many other cultures including France, Africa, India and China? There are amazing Mauritian curries as there are delicious French-inspired pastries, one of which is a traditional banana tart. Try making this sweet treat with a healthier take on it for a touch of Mauritius in an Aussie kitchen.

Try this delicious Mauritian-inspired fish dish at home. It’s incredibly easy to whip together, and abundant in flavour with the addition of cumin, paprika, chilli, garlic and herbs. It’s a quick and nourishing solution for dinner any night of the week.