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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 […]
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. […]
It is officially picnic season, and to celebrate I’m sharing my rosemary and parmesan cracker recipe with you. These crackers are so crunchy and light, and the flavour is absolute bliss thanks to a not-so-secret ingredient, Rajah Mild and Spicy Curry powder. Rajah Mild and Spicy curry powder has a unique blend of high-quality spices […]
Crunchy Potato Wedges with Burrata Ingredients1kg potatoes, cut in quarters3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, plus extra for serving3 tsp Rajah flavourful & mild curry powder1 tsp garlic powder1 tsp onion powder1 tsp oregano1 1/2 tsp smoked paprika1 tsp salt1 tsp black pepper120g burrata cheese, at room temperatureFresh coriander to garnish MethodPreheat the oven to […]
Everything Bagel Baked Feta Ingredients200g feta blocks4-5 tbsp cake flour1 large egg, beatenEverything Bagel Sprinkle, substitute with white sesame seedsFresh rosemaryHoney, to serve MethodPreheat oven to 180C.Place the cake flour, beaten egg, and sprinkle mixture in seperate bowls.Dry the blocks of feta with a paper towel to remove the excess water.Coat feta with flour on […]
Malva Pudding Fudge Sundae IngredientsFrozen custard500 ml whipping cream, whipped to stiff peaks500 ml store bought custard Fudge Sauce200 g store-bought Fudge50 g Kerrygold salted butter3/4 cup fresh cream1/3 cup Amarula (optional)Pinch of salt Malva Pudding1 cup full cream milk1 cup flour3⁄4 cup brown sugar1⁄4 tsp salt1 tsp bicarb of soda1 tsp baking powder30g Kerrygold […]
Ingredients200g Bakers Ginger Nuts biscuits, crushed115g Full fat cream cheese, at room temperature1 tsp Vanilla bean pasteCaramel chocolate drops (I love the Katetin’s brand) MethodPlace biscuits crumbs in a medium-sized bowl, add in the softened cream cheese and vanilla bean paste, and mix until combined.Roll into tablespoon-sized balls. Place the balls on a lined baking […]
Self-saucing chocolate pudding IngredientsFor the sauce180g brown sugar30g cocoa powder320ml boiling water Chocolate cake150g cake flour70g castor sugar30g cocoa powder2 1/2 tsp baking powderPinch of salt50g melted butter125ml milk, room temperature1 large egg1 tsp vanilla extract MethodPreheat oven to 170C or 150C for fan-forced.Prepare a 20×20 cm baking dish with baking spray and set aside.Whisk […]
Cheesy Meatball Bake Watch how to make it Ingredients Meatballs1kg beef/lamb mince1/2 cup fresh coriander, finely chopped1 medium sized onion, finely diced2 tsp ginger and garlic paste1 large egg, to bind the mixtureOlive oil, for frying Marinara SauceYou can substitute with a store-bought sauce¼ cup olive oil1 shallot, finely chopped4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced2 sprigs […]
Parmesan Mashed Potatoes Ingredients8 large potatoes, peeled and cut into 5cm cubes4 tbsp butter¾ cup milkSalt and pepper, to taste½ cup grated Parmesan cheese MethodPlace potatoes in a large pot with 1 tsp salt, and add enough water so it’s 8 – 10 cm above the potatoes.Bring to a boil over high heat. Then reduce […]
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