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Spaghetti & Meatballs IngredientsFor the meatballs:1 medium-sized onion, grated1 slice of white bread, cut into 2cm squares500 g regular beef mince1 large egg1/4 cup fresh coriander, finely chopped4 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup Parmesan, finely grated3/4 tsp salt1 tsp black pepperOlive oil, for frying For the Arrabiata Sauce:4 tbsp olive oil5 cloves garlic, minced2 tsp crushed […]
Aglio E Olio Ingredients300g spaghetti1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil6 large garlic cloves, thin slivers1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes1/2 cup fresh parsley, minced1/3 cup Parmesan cheese, grated3 tbsp butterSea saltFresh black pepperJuice of 1 lemon MethodBring a large pot of salted water to boil and add the spaghetti, cooking until al dente 8-10 minutes, […]
Cheesy Mushroom Pasta Ingredients200 g spaghetti2 tbsp EVOO40g butter300g Portabellini mushroomsSalt to tasteBlack pepper to taste3 sprigs of thyme1 tsp crushed garlic1/2 cup freshly grated parmesanFlat leaf parsley, to serveParmesan shavings, to serve MethodBring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti to the pot and cook per packet instructions. Reserve […]
Meaty Supreme Pizza IngredientsPizza sauce2 tbsp olive oil1 onion (small), finely chopped2 cloves garlic grated or finely chopped 800g tomato, pureed3 tsp Rajah Medium curry powder1 tsp dried oregano3/4 tsp salt1/2 tsp black pepper1 tsp sugar Pizza toppings (Enough for 2 medium-sized pizzas)2 pizza bases150g mozzarella cheese, sliced or grated 30g red onion, thinly sliced100g […]
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 […]
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