Did you know an average lemon contains 15 calories and over two thirds of our recommended daily Vitamin C intake?
Lemons are in season right now so squeeze the day and try out some of these tangy treats from classic puddings to soothing winter drinks.
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Crunchy Lemon Muffins
Kiwi baking queen Alison Holst coats these muffins with sugar and lemon juice while they're still hot to give them a crunchy texture and citrusy tang.
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Lemon Yoghurt Cake
Alison Holst is back with a light, lemony cake that's very easy to mix.
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Quick Lemon Curd
Julie Biuso has discovered the easiest way to make lemon curd.
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Louise Cake with Lemon Curd
Raspberry jam is the standard filling for this popular slice, but it’s so gorgeous with lemon curd you may never go back, says Julie Biuso.
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Lemon Tart
When an Afternoons listener requested the lemon tart recipe from Capers Cafe in Rotorua, we came through.
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Lemon and Ginger Ice Cream
Lots of sugar and lots of air are the two secrets to this light, velvety ice cream, says Annabel Langbein.
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Lemon Meringue Pie
Sally Wenley shares her take on this lemony classic.
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Preserved Lemons
We scored this recipe from the Featherston cooking school Lavender's Green.
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Ultimate Hot Toddy
If you've got a cold coming on, a hot toddy first thing in the morning is completely legitimate, says chef Delaney Mes.
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Lemon, Honey and Mint Soda
Michael Van de Elzen shares one of his favourite mocktail recipes.
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Lemons in the garden
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Afternoons gardening guru Lynda Hallinan has some handy tips about what to do when life gives you lemons - or you want your garden to:
