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Gnocchi with bolognese sauce

Gnocchi with bolognese sauce...

I love gnocchi and set about making my own over the weekend for some of the bolognese sauce I had left over and I was really surprised at how easy it was. It takes about an hour from start to finish and is important to use floury potatoes. I only cooked half of the gnocchi and the rest is suitable to freeze. What you need 2kg floury potatoes 1 1/2 cups flour 1/2 teaspoon salt The process Peel and boil the potatoes in...
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Roast chicken pieces

Roast chicken pieces...

Roast Chicken Pieces These are great when you need that roast chicken flavor but don’t have the time. Using chicken pieces halves the time and tastes the same. I often make this with a variety of seasonings but this one is a real favorite. Feel free to make a variety of flavours at the same time. I have been known to make each of my kids a different flavour just to keep the peace! What you need for 4 4-6 chicken...
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Panzanella

Panzanella...

Panzanella Panzanella is traditionally a Tuscan dish made with stale bread and I like to use day old french loaf. It’s a really fresh and healthy salad type dish that is a meal in itself and perfect for summer lunches. Open a bottle of great wine, a Rose is perfect with Panzanella, put a blanket or a small table and chairs out under the trees  and have a real Italian afternoon. What you need for 4 1 French loaf...
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Pears with walnuts

Pears with walnuts...

Pear Walnut Dessert These are good as a dessert and are also really great with strong cheeses or as part of a cold summer lunch platter of cheeses, cold meats and salads. I saw Nigella do these and they were so simple I just had to try them and must say they are really fantastic. There are a whole lot of fabulous Dessert recipes for you to try in the Desserts section, give a few a try. What you need 2 or 3 pears cut into...
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Herb butters

Herb butters...

Flavor butter and leave it in the fridge for when you need them. They are handy to slice over quickly grilled fish, chicken breasts or even a steak or vegetables to add flavor. You can make a whole lot of different butters like garlic and herb butter, sage and garlic butter, anything really, just add your favorite herbs and they are always on hand. What you need 125g butter at room temperature The rule of thumb is 2...
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Chocolate cake in a dish

Chocolate cake in a dish...

This recipe was given to me some years ago when I needed a hot chocolate dessert for a special family occasion.. Thank you again Rozanne. It is great as a dessert or as a cake. (8 servings) What you need 2 ½ cups flour 1 teaspoon bicarb of soda 2 teaspoons baking powder Pinch of cream of tartar 3 tablespoons drinking chocolate 3 eggs 1 ¼  cups sugar 2 teaspoons vanilla essence 175g margarine 1 cup plain yogurt Sauce 1...
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Butterfly lamb

Butterfly lamb...

This is a great lamb recipe that can be done on the braai or in the oven and is a really nice change from the usual garlic and herb flavored lamb. Do it for your next braai, you won’t regret it and serve it with the potato bake. This is enough for 4-6 people. What you need 1 1/2 kg deboned leg of lamb 3 tablespoons honey 3 tablespoons lemon juice 1 tablespoon oil 2 tablespoons mustard 1 tablespoon dried rosemary 2...
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Spaghetti Sicily

Spaghetti Sicily...

This is the perfect fresh and quick summer pasta dish. It will take you 10 minutes from start to finish and is really authentic Italian cooking. It’s so fresh and light you will need a whole packet of spaghetti for 4 people. What you need 500g Cherry tomatoes halved Palm of capers in brine (about 3 tablespoons) Palm of chopped mint and flat leaf parsley 3 cloves garlic crushed Olive oil Salt and pepper Chili flakes...
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Tortillas

Tortillas...

Easy Tortillas I really love Totillas to wrap up left overs with a few salad greens or to serve as a festive sharing kind of lunch so here is a tortilla recipe that makes 10 tortilas. What you need 1.5kg white bread flour (cannot be substituted with regular flour) 2 teaspoons salt 300ml luke warm water The process Place the flour and salt in a bowl and gradually stir in the water until you have a soft dough. It must not...
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Homemade lemonade

Homemade lemonade...

Home made lemonade We’ve all seen those lemonade stalls and cartoons and fresh lemonade really appeals to me so I thought I would give it a go and I really enjoyed it. It’s fresh minty and sweet and a refreshing change from canned drinks. What you need 2 limes 1 lemon 180 sugar 1 ½ cups water 1 l soda water Mint leaves The process Cut the lemon and limes in half, toss them into a sturdy bowl with the sugar and water....
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Chocolate caramel slice

Chocolate caramel slice...

chocolate caramel slice I am a big fan of caramel and this chocolate caramel slice really hits the spot. It’s really very simple to make and just so good to have in your cupboard when the sweet craving comes around. What you need 1 cup self raising flour 1 cup desiccated coconut 1/2 cup castor sugar 125g butter melted 1 tin condensed milk (400g) 20g butter 2 tablespoons golden syrup 125g milk chocolate 100ml cream The...
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Any day meat loaf

Any day meat loaf...

Traditional Meatloaf Meat loaf is a really great way to use mince meat, be it beef, lamb or a combination of beef and pork. This recipe use beef and pork sausage meat for some extra flavor which makes all the difference. What you need 1kg beef mince 500g pork sausage meat 1 tablespoon butter 1 large onion finely chopped 2 celery sticks finely chopped 3 cloves garlic minced 1 large carrot grated 1 tin peeled chopped tomatoes 1...
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Steamed ginger fish fillets

Steamed ginger fish fillets...

Chinese Ginger fish fillets Steamed fish fillets with  ginger and a Soy dressing are really tasty and have a fantastic oriental flavor. They take just 15 minutes to prepare, is a healthy meal and you will swear you are in your local Chinese restaurant. What you need 4 fish fillets (Hake, kingklip or any white fish) 5cm piece fresh grated ginger 2 spring onions finely sliced strips Sauce 150ml light soy sauce 150ml chicken...
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Meringues

Meringues...

Meringues Meringues are the one of my other favorites that can become any number of desserts or sweet things to munch on. I have made thousands of meringues over the years and this is how I do it. If you like meringues and have never made an Eton Mess, you are missing out on something very special. Check out the easy Eton mess recipe. What you need 3 egg whites 3/4 cup castor sugar The process Separate the eggs and place...
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