About Donna Hay

Donna Hay

Donna Hay is the darling of Australia's food world. Her style embraces basic ingredients that are simply prepared in unexpected and lavishly photographed ways. She is a best-selling cookbook author and the editor of donna hay magazine.

Steamed Vegetables in Parchment

Steamed Veggies in Parchment Parcels

A savvy, sophisticated, eat-your-veggies strategy that works its stealthy charms on kids and adults alike. You’re welcome.

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Parmesan-Crusted Chicken

Parmesan-Crusted Chicken

Those nights when it’s half past when you’d wanted to eat and you’re too exhausted to think, turn to this kid-friendly, adult-approved, done-in-minutes fix.

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Lemon, Ricotta, and Pea Pasta Recipe

Lemon, Ricotta, and Pea Pasta

Lemon, ricotta cheese, peas, and pappardelle pasta. The name says it all. A simple dish that can be made in no time. It’s a real family-friendly dish. Honest.

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Mango with Lime and Vanilla Syrup by Donna Hay

Mango with Lime and Vanilla Syrup

Savor this light dessert of mango, lime, and vanilla as is; whir it in a blender for a frosty treat; or start the morning by having it dressed with yogurt.

Cheat's Apple Tarts by Donna Hay

Cheat’s Apple Tarts

These tarts couldn’t be easier: Puff pastry is tucked into muffin tins, apple slices, cinnamon, lemon, and brown sugar are scooped in then everything is baked.

Mint Couscous with Fried Tomatoes by Donna Hay

Mint Couscous with Fried Tomatoes

Here’s a perfectly balanced spring salad: just enough fresh flavors like cool mint, tangy feta cheese, sauteed tomatoes, and savory couscous mingling together.

Little Nectarine Cakes by Donna Hay

Little Nectarine Cakes

Mini vanilla cakes are filled with fresh slices of nectarines, but apricots and peaches would work equally well. A sprinkling of sugar finishes them off nicely.

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