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“The Bear” Omlette Recipe with Cream Cheese & Potato Chips Ingredients3 large eggs1 Tbsp butter, plus extra for serving3 Tbsp herbed cream cheeseThinly sliced chives, to serveA handful of crushed, sour cream and chives potato chipsSalt and pepper to taste MethodPlace a fine mesh sieve over a medium-sized bowl, and crack in the eggs.Using a […]
Roasted Butternut Soup Ingredients1.5 kg Butternut, skin on, sliced in half, seeds removed1 onion, peeled and cut into quarters1 head of garlic3 tbsp olive oil1 tsp salt1 tsp black pepper, freshly ground4 cups chicken or vegetable stock1/2 tsp cinnamon powder, add more if needed1/4 tsp nutmeg1/2 cup creamFinely chopped parsley, for garnishToasted baguette, for dipping […]
Parmesan Crusted Potatoes Ingredients500g baby potatoes, washed1 tsp salt2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil100g finely grated parmesan cheese, plus extra for serving1 tsp smoked paprika1 tsp garlic powder1 tsp black pepper1 tsp oregano1/2 tsp saltFresh coriander, to serve MethodPlace baby potatoes in a large pot, and fill it with enough water to cover the potatoes. […]
Bagel, Egg, and Cheese Sarmie Ingredients4 bagelsOlive Oil8 large eggs100g cheddar cheese, grated1 tsp dried oreganoSalt, to tasteBlack pepper, to taste MethodPreheat your oven, to 180C.Prepare a baking tray with baking paper and set aside.Slice the bagels in half and place the bagels cut side down on the prepared baking tray.Drizzle with olive oil.Top the […]
Paneer Butter Masala Ingredients1 tbsp ghee1 bay leaf1 cinnamon stick4 cloves1 tbsp ginger and garlic paste2 large onions, thinly sliced8 large tomatoes, pureed15 cashews, raw1/2 cup water1/2 teaspoon red chili powder3 tsp Kashmiri chili powder1/2 tsp turmeric powder1 tsp garam masala2 teaspoon sugar, adjust according to your taste1 tbsp tomato pasteSalt or to taste1/2 cup […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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