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Having an election party? Check out these 15 delicious recipes

Regardless of who you're voting for, these dishes are all winners.
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Election Day is creeping closer and by Saturday night we may have a brand new prime minister.

Once you’ve cast your vote and chowed down on a democracy sausage on Saturday 18th May, why not throw an election party as the votes roll in?

On a day where Australian history is being made, it seems only appropriate to tuck into a patriotic feast while watching the results on TV.

From delicious cheese and Vegemite scrolls that you can save for the lunchboxes to a lemon lime and bitter punch to toast the winner with, we’ve joined forces with Women’s Weekly Food to cover all your election party catering needs.

Keep scrolling for more scrummy Aussie recipes.

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Espresso martini

Kick off the night with a classic espresso martini cocktail. You never know, you could be in for a long night…

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Lemon lime and bitters punch

Or for the designated drivers/non-drinkers, this lemon, lime and bitters punch is sure to quench their thirst.

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Chia and tomato guacamole with sumac crisps

Kick things off with this chia and tomato guacamole with sumac crisps for a healthy start to the night.

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Cheese and Vegemite scrolls

What’s more Aussie than Vegemite? These cheese and Vegemite scrolls will be a hit with adults and children alike.

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Mini lamb and mint skewers

These mini lamb and mint skewers are sure to be a crowd pleaser. Plus, they only take 30 minutes to make.

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Beef and stilton pies

Meat pies are one of the most Aussie dishes out there and these cute little beef and stilton pies are classy spin on a classic.

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Spinach dip cob loaf

Fancy something a bit more retro? Our spinach dip cob loaf has just the right amount of garlic and bacon bits to make this an instant hit at any party.

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Tomato cheesecakes with green olives

Savoury cheesecakes may sound odd but these tomato cheesecakes with green olives are actually pretty moreish.

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Basic sausage rolls

While a sausage sizzle at the polls in an election day classic, these basic sausage rolls are a classic all year round.

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Lamingtons

Nothing beats this classic Aussie sweet treat. All your guests will be begging you for this lamingtons recipe.

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Jelly Jaffa cakes

These spectacular jaffa jelly cakes are just sponge drops topped with orange jelly and coated in melted chocolate, yum!

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Autumn pavlova

This autumn pavlova makes for a stunning centrepiece.

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Baked labne cheesecake with strawberry and pomegranate

Or opt for this baked labne cheesecake with pomegranate seeds which are currently in season.

Vegan banoffee pie

And for dairy-free, vegan guests, they’ll go crazy for this vegan banoffee pie.

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Coconut and raspberry jelly pops

Forget Iced Vovos, these coconut and raspberry jelly pops are the perfect party treat.

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