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Ingredients1 tbsp olive oil1 large onion, finely chopped2 garlic cloves, minced500g beef mince800g roma tomatoes, pureed750 ml beef stock3 teaspoons Rajah All-In-One Curry Powder with Garlic2 tsp dried oregano2 bay leaves2 tsp Worcestershire Sauce2 tbsp tomato pasteSalt and black pepper, to taste500g Spaghetti or Bucatini, prepared per package instructions MethodHeat oil in a large pot […]
Watch how to make it Ingredients100g butter135g sugar2 large eggs305g cake flour2 tsp baking powder2 tsp vanilla essence80g pecan nuts80g dried fruit (optional)80g chocolate chips (optional) MethodPreheat oven to 180C.Beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, add the eggs one at a time until combined.Add the cake flour and baking powder and mix […]
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 […]
Cajun Prawn Pasta Ingredients:300g tagliatelle400g prawns, cleaned and deveined1 cup cream1/2 cup Italian parsley, chopped1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated2 Tbsp unsalted butter2 Tbsp cajun seasoning, adjust to taste6 cloves garlic, minced1/2 Tbsp cayenne pepper3 tsp smoked paprikaBlack pepper, season to tasteSalt, season to taste1/4 Cup Olive Oil Method:Start by boiling the pastaPut a large pot […]
Butter Chicken Meatball subs Ingredients: Meatballs500g chicken mince2 shallots, finely diced3 cloves if garlic, finely diced2 green chilli, finely dicedHandful coriander, choppedSalt and pepperOil, for fryingPesto Princess Butter Chicken Sauce, plus extra for assembly AssemblyFrench loavesMozzarella cheese, gratedFresh coriander for garnish Method: MeatballsMix all ingredients in a bowl and shape into meatballs, fry on medium […]
I love tiramisu, then again who doesn’t? This twist on the Italian classic is mind-blowing! Layers of chocolate cake, ladyfingers dipped in cold espresso with a dash of coffee liqueur, that rich mascarpone filling, all dusted in rich cocoa powder decorated in dark chocolate dipped ladyfingers – pure bliss!! I know this cake may look […]
I think it’s about time I share this dish with you all. It takes a bit of an effort but it is just so worth it. Spicy Indian inspired meatballs with fresh ginger, garlic, chilli and fresh dhania air fried to perfection – you could also fry these in a pan or pop them into […]
I have to admit I struggle to get my kids to eat their veggies, it’s a constant battle of me pulling my hair out and muttering WTF under my breathe 😑. So I decided to reduce my blood pressure and find new and “exciting” ways for them to eat their broccoli, or in this case […]
Whenever I’m asked about what’s my go to meal when I just don’t have the time my answer is always Penne Arrabiata. The sauce is delicious and smooth and I love smothering penne in it because it soaks up every bit of the sauce and that’s ideally what you want. This is also perfect now […]
Creamy Mushroom & Brussel Sprout Gnocchi Ingredients 500g gnochhi (I used store bought) 3 tablespoons of butter 250g white button mushrooms, sliced 70g brussel sprouts 2 cloves of garlic, minced 1 tablespoon basil pesto 1/2 cup fresh cream 1 teaspoon fresh thyme 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika Salt to taste Pepper 1/2 teaspoon A few leaves […]
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