I usually get really nervous when I have to prepare my own sauces especially for pastas as I’m a huge fan of Italian food but I hate putting on pants and going out to get some… sigh… what’s a girl to do? So I decided to put on my apron instead and try making my […]
Moong Dhal curry
Tonights dinner is this hearty Indian dish made with mung beans better known as Moong Dal. This recipe calls for a wealth of spices such as turmeric, ground cumin, coriander and masala making this dish absolutely delicious and nutrient rich. Here’s what you’ll need to make this delicious dish Ingredients 1 cup moong dhal (boiled […]
Tex-Mex Chicken Fries
How good does this look? Really guys! I came up with this cool recipe which is 100% low carb because of my lifestyle, it always feels like I’m eating the same thing every week so I decided to spice things up a bit by making my own version of chicken fries minus all the carbs! […]
Mince Kebab Chutney
Cold winter evenings call for a steaming bowl of kebab chutney and a side of buttery roti. Homemade kebabs are my absolute favourite, adding in lots of fresh garlic and coriander this meal is 100% banting friendly. Kebab Chutney For Kebabs 1 kg lean mince (beef, mutton or chicken) 1 tablespoon ginger/garlic 2 tablespoons tomato […]
Jamie Oliver’s Fish Pie
Its 3pm and dinner is all done! Pretty impressed with myself, Monday blues and all. I got this recipe from the @jamieoliver Website and it is absolutely moreish (but when isn’t it?) Perfect dinner to ward of the Monday blues. INGREDIENTS 5 large spuds peeled and diced (about 3 cm) 500 gm smoked haddock sliced […]
10 minute pizza dough
This pizza dough comes together and is ready to bake in just 10 minutes; you can have fresh, hot, homemade pizza on the table in 20!!! Serves: 2 (12″) pizzas INGREDIENTS ¾ cup warm water 1 teaspoon active dry yeast (if you buy the little envelopes you will have some left over. Envelopes typically contain […]
Chocolate magic cake
I made this delicious chocolate magic cake for dessert I got the recipe from @delish. This cake is light, fudgy and oh so chocolatey I mean do you need any other reasons to make this amazing cake? Nope, you don’t. Used @kerrygoldsouthafrica, @nestle cocoa and @sasko_sa. Ingredients 1/2 c. unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly […]
Gulab jamun
I have been craving gulab jamuns FOREVER! And I’ve always thought it would take me forever to make but I couldnt have been more wrong, this recipe is absolutely simple in other words FOOL PROOF! Dipped in a warm rose syrup and rolled in desiccated coconut hmmm…. doesn’t get any better. Plus I gotta start […]
Simple mince samoosa filling
This mince samoosa filling recipe is super easy to whip up + is mild enough to suit my kids taste buds. The chopped coriander at the end is an absolute flavor bomb. 1 kilo lamb mince (you can use beef or mutton as well) Salt to taste 2 large onions (finely chopped) 1 tablespoon ginger […]
Mince and cheese savoury muffins
These savoury morsels are absolutly delicious and make the perfect breakfast on the go. Loaded with mince, cheese and butter they’re sure to be a hit with everybody. Here’s how to make em’ You’ll need: 500g mince 1 cup of cheese (extra for garnish) 2 cups of flour 1 tablespoon baking powder 3/4 cup of […]
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