Parmesan adds a nice bite to contrast the smooth, sweet kumato flavour.

This veggie roast gets a lovely kick from the zesty za'atar.

“This dish illustrates how even the simplest of cupboard ingredients can be turned into something truly comforting and spectacular," says Jessica Elliott Dennison. This recipe is an edited extract from Tin Can Magic by Jessica Elliott Dennison (published by Hardie Grant, $24.99).

This cool and refreshing salad is a perfect summer day staple.

Deep red kumatoes give this chilli a richer, more robust flavour.

Chilled soup is just the ticket for blistering summer days - make it in advance and enjoy for days.

You won't regretti making this lobster spaghetti. Restaurant-level decadent, but easy enough to create at home, it's guaranteed to be a hit, no matter who you dish it up to.

If you have rice or tinned tomatoes you want to use up, this recipe is a delicious solution.

Serve sweet roast tomatoes stuffed with salty feta on a bed of herbed couscous for a quick and easy midweek meal.

This Palestinian dish is a hearty and nutritious main or side. This is an edited extract from Falastin by Sami Tamimi and Tara Wigley (Ebury, $49.99).

If you're stuck for inspiration, try this easy pasta dish that you can put together with just a few ingredients.

"Mince and sausages are great to have in the freezer. I have both in my freezer right now, on hand, ready to go when needed," says Kirsten Jenkins.

This light potato salad changes the game with basil oil, something we've realised we can't live without.

Perfect as a delicious side salad, or as a light meal.

Best enjoyed with a glass of red.