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German bundt cake

German bundt cake...

Bundt cake This is a fantastic cake that has been slightly modified from the traditional to include a hint of orange. It is soft and moist with a simple glaze that will have you going back for more, again and again. There is a little cheat in it with the instant vanilla pud but it just cannot be left out. What you need 2 1/4 cups cake flour 1 box powdered instant vanilla pudding 1 tablespoon baking powder Generous pinch...
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Slow cooker Oxtail stew

Slow cooker Oxtail stew...

Oxtail stew Winter just shouts Oxtail stew and this Oxtail slow cooker recipe is fantastic, it takes the better part of a day to cook so put it on to cook on Saturday for your Sunday lunch and give it a gentle heat about 2 hours before serving. The meat is incredibly tender and the combination of the coke and red wine do wonders. I found this recipe in Zhoozsh, Jeremy Mansfields recipe book, what a great buy, every recipe...
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Chicken stroganoff in a slow cooker

Chicken stroganoff in a slow cooker...

Stroganoff This has got to be one of the easiest recipes for slow cookers or crockpots and is quite delicious if I don’t say so myself. It is one of those recipes that you should keep and use as weekend hassle free recipe where you just don’t want to spend much time in the kitchen cooking. (4 people) What you need 4-6 bonesless skinless chicken breasts sliced or cubed 1 heaped tablespoon butter or margarine 1...
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Fathers day Lunch

Fathers day Lunch...

Fathers day Dads seldom need more than to be shown that you appreciate them and what better way than to spend a little time preparing a few of his favorite meals. Spoil the Dads this weekend with a hearty lunch and a dessert that will have him singing your praises and looking forward to next year. Here are a few ideas that are really simple but will show him that you have put in the effort to make something special. Always...
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Fathers day French Toast

Fathers day French Toast...

Fathers day breakfast Fathers day French toast is a very easy and always appreciated breakfast that never fails. This is one of my favorites, topped with bacon and sometimes a bit of cheese that is then melted under the grill and then of course smothered in syrup. Make it for the Dads this weekend, they will love it. What you need 2 Eggs 1/4 cup cream 1 teaspoon vanilla essence 2 slices thick bread (use a croissant for...
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Winter beef stew

Winter beef stew...

Beef stew Winter and hearty beef stews are synonymous and this beef stew recipe is just perfect and very easy to make. It can be done on the stove top or in the oven. It is pretty much foolproof and takes only a few minutes to prepare, then just leave it to simmer and check on it from time to time. (4 to 5 hungry people) What you need 60ml Oil ½ cup flour 1 teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon black pepper 2 tablespoons crushed...
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Easy flapjack recipe

Easy flapjack recipe...

Fluffy crumpet recipe Following on with the baking theme after the Easy cheese muffin recipe, I have this fantastic crumpet recipe that produces the fluffiest crumpets I have ever made. I have added cinnamon to the mixture for a flavor difference but it is not essential to the recipe. Try them out this weekend for a sumptious breakfast, add a few fruit slices and lashings of butter and syrup, you won’t be sorry. What...
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Tasty cheese muffins

Tasty cheese muffins...

Cheesse muffins Winter time is snack time and these fantastic and very easy to make cheese muffins are musts to have around the house. Add a handfull of fresh herbs for a difference or a 1/2 teaspoon of paprika for a little something different. (Makes 12 muffins) What you need 1 1/2 cups plain flour 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar 1 tablespoon baking powder, yes tablespoon 1/2 teaspoon salt 3 cups grated cheddar cheese 1 cup...
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Fantastic chicken curry

Fantastic chicken curry...

Easy chicken curry Chicken curry has long been a favorite of mine and I’m not really one for complicated recipes so have altered recipes to suit me. This chicken curry is really foolproof and is no hassle to make. We are almost into winter so warm up your family with a really fragrant and easy chicken curry that you can make as hot or mild as you like. I like to use thighs and drumsticks, but whatever pieces grab...
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Easy tiramisu

Easy tiramisu...

Tiramisu This one is specially for Marie. Tiramisu is a fantastic and very easy dessert that always impresses. You can have a bit of fun with it by adding layers of your favorite fruit as well. This one is the basic tiramisu recipe that is fabulous as is. What you need 1 cup strong black coffee (1 tablespoon nescafe) Frangelico liqueur (optional) 1/2 cup caster sugar 2 teaspoons vanilla essence 250g mascarpone cheese 1/2...
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Deep fried tuna nuggets

Deep fried tuna nuggets...

Fish batter I had a great time down the Natal South coast over Easter where we went deep sea fishing. We hauled out a few yellow fin Tuna but with 3, 12 year old boys with us, seared tuna was off the menu so I tried out a simple batter and it turned out great. (Of course we had a fair amount a sashimi as well) You can use this simple batter for any fried fish. It could not be easier. (5 people) What you need 500g fresh...
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Prima Vera pasta

Prima Vera pasta...

Vegetarian pasta This vegetarian pasta is really fresh, takes just a few minutes to prepare and is an ideal light lunch. You can add a mixture of whatever fresh herbs you have around the house, mint is really good to add to the flavor along with the parsley. I have not included it in this recipe but give it a try. (4 people) What you need 375g twirly pasta or any shell pasta 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium onion finely...
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Macaroni cheese with bacon and tomato

Macaroni cheese with bacon and tomato...

Fancy mac and cheese Macaroni and cheese is such an easy meal that is loved by most families. Here is a great way to fancy up a macaroni and cheese by adding other flavors that are more often than not favorites in most households. I am a big fan of bacon but do sometimes add sausage sliced instead. Have a party and make this macaroni and cheese to suit your family. (4 people) What you need 180 – 200g macaroni or...
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Almond biscotti snaps

Almond biscotti snaps...

Almond biscotti This was really great.. a simple and easy to make almond bread, that when cut very thin and placed in a moderate oven make the most amazing crispy little almond slices a bit like thin almond biscotti. Imagine melba toast that tastes of almonds. It is meant to be a bread which is also great but I prefer the crispy little fellas. What you need 125g toasted almonds (skinless) 3 egg whites 1/2 cup caster sugar 3/4...
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