Mel Burge

Mel Burge is the Deputy Food Editor for New Idea. She has a passion for all things food but specialises in baking and cake decorating. Mel loves to travel the world, eat delicious food and drink cocktails with her friends.

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Raspberry Sundae Cupcakes

Not to be missed!

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Fruity Face Cupcakes

Get the kids involved!

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Ladybird Garden Cupcakes

These next-level cupcakes are so fun to create!

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Banana Split Tray Bake Pavlova

Two classics in one dish.

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Strawberry Shortcake Ice-Cream Cake

You've never had an ice-cream cake like this before.

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Strawberries and Cream Pavlova Sponge Cupcakes

The child in you will love these.

baking

Strawberry and Lime Misu

Serve up this heavenly dish with spoonfuls of whipped cream.

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Chilli Con Carne Nachos

What a blend of two classic dishes.

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Corn-Chip Crumbed Parmi with Creamy Slaw

Spice up your next meal with this fiesty dish.

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Smoky Chipotle Fish Tacos with Chunky Guacamole

Ready in 30 minutes.

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Pecan Pie Brioche Pudding

So easy to prep and then straight into the oven.

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Sticky Fig and Carrot Pudding with Butterscotch Sauce

Serve with a scoop of ice cream.

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Marbled Mocha Cheesecake Brownie

This one is for the coffee and chocolate lovers.

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Chocolate-Loaded Hedgehog Slice

Tim Tams, Snickers and Crunchie combined!

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Choc-Hazelnut Fudge Tart

Chocolate lovers unite.

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Spinach and Ricotta Ravioli Cheat’s Lasagne

With pumpkin and roasted onion ravioli. Yum.

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Arrabbiata Pork and Veal Meatballs with Pappardelle

A delicious combination of flavours and it's super-easy to whip up!

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Beef Taco Pasta Bake

Two dishes in one.

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Nutella Donuts Layered Cake

An impressive treat everyone will love!