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Hot Honey Haloumi Toastie Ingredients300g Haloumi cheese1 Tbsp unsalted butter200g crusty bread, slicedOlive oil, for toasting200g Avocado50 ml hot honey MethodHeat a large skillet on medium-high heat, drizzle some olive oil in the pan, and add your sliced bread. Toast on each side, adding extra olive oil if needed. Once toasted remove from the pan. […]
Cheesy Jalapeno Corn Fritters Ingredients2 cans of whole-kernel corn, drained2 cups (230g) cake flour2 tsp baking powder1 tsp salt1 tsp sugar1 tsp smoked paprika1.5 cups milk, at room temperature1 large egg1 cup cheddar, gratedHandful of coriander, chopped2 jalapeños finely chopped2 cups vegetable oil for frying MethodIn a large bowl, whisk together the cake flour, baking […]
Cheesy Roasted Garlic Bread with Hot Honey Ingredients2 heads of garlicOlive oilSaltBlack pepper150g unsalted butter, at room temperature1 Large Ciabatta loaf2 cups of cheese, I used a mixture of sharp cheddar and mozzarella For the hot honey8 tbsp honey,1 tsp chilli flakes MethodPreheat oven to 180C.Slice the tops of the garlic heads and place them […]
Pickled Red Onions Ingredients3/4 cup white wine vinegar2 tbsp caster sugar1 tbsp salt2 tsp fennel seeds1 tsp black peppercorns1 large red onion, thinly sliced MethodPlace vinegar, sugar, salt, fennel seeds, and peppercorns in a saucepan and boil over high heat. Allow to cool. Place the sliced onion in a sterilised jar and pour over the […]
Brie, Mango Chutney & Prosciutto Bites Ingredients1 sheet puff pastry, thawed1/3 cup mango chutney125g Brie6 slices prosciuttoFresh herbs, to garnish MethodPreheat your oven to 180C. Prepare a muffin tray with baking spray and set aside.Roll out the puff pastry sheet, and slice it into 12 squares.Prick each square with a fork to prevent them from […]
Peanut Butter Stuffed Dates Ingredients6 medjool dates60 g creamy peanut butter60 g dark or milk chocolate, melted1 tablespoon of chopped nuts for garnishFlakey sea salt MethodSlice the dates halfway lengthwise.Fill the center of each date with a spoonful of peanut butter.Dip each of the stuffed dates into the melted chocolate. Once coated set aside on […]
Brie and Onion Marmalade Tarts Ingredients1 roll puff pastry, thawed100 g Woolworths onion marmalade, substitute with caramelised onions125 g Brie cheese MethodPreheat the oven to 180C. Prepare a muffin pan with baking spray and set aside. Unfold the pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface, and using a sharp knife slice it into 12 rectangles. […]
Egg Boats Ingredients1 baguette4 large eggs100 g bacon slices, fried till crispy and chopped into bits70 g Asiago cheese, substitute with Parmesan or Cheddar2 spring onions, chopped1 tsp red chilli flakesSalt and freshly ground black pepper MethodPreheat oven to 180C. Prepare a baking tray with baking paper and set it aside.Add the eggs, seasoning, cheese, […]
BBQ Chicken Skewers and Salad IngredientsFor the chicken:500 g boneless chicken breast fillets1 cup BBQ sauce, I used the Woolworths Braai BBQ sauce8 medium-sized skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes (this prevents them from burning)1/4 tsp salt1/4 tsp black pepper For the salad:2 ears of sweet corn1 large iceberg lettuce, chopped250 g cherry tomatoes, […]
Croque Madame IngredientsBechamel Sauce125 ml full cream milk125 ml fresh cream30g unsalted butter30 g cake flour1/4 tsp salt1/4 tsp black pepper, ground1/4 tsp nutmeg, ground Sandwich8 slices crusty bread such as ciabatta200g Emanthler cheese150g smoked gypsy ham30 g Dijon mustard4 large eggs, fried sunny side up MethodBechamel SauceIn a small saucepan add the milk and […]
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