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Bacon, spinach and tomato mini frittatas

Published on March 12, 2017

We are all about work breakfasts here at MK. We are all in the habit of getting to our desks in the morning and settling in for the day with a heartening brekkie in front of us. Make a batch of these BLT mini frittatas when you have some time and freeze them in sandwich bags. Then you’ll be good...

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Asian chicken and sweet potato bake

Published on March 7, 2017

We put a great spin on both the humble potato bake and the chicken dinner by combining the two, as well as adding healthier ingredients and Asian flavours. This sweet potato bake is a perfect mid-week one-pan family meal with hardly any hands-on time and a great way to include protein, carbs and nutrients, making for a balanced plate.

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Home-made tagliatelle with creamy baby marrow and feta sauce

Published on March 6, 2017

Making pasta at home is one thing every foodie should be able to do, and it’s easier than you could ever imagine. And you don’t even need a pasta machine, just a deft hand with a rolling pin and a sharp knife. We start you off easy with home-made tagliatelle and a deliciously creamy meat-free sauce.

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Pizza frittata

Published on March 5, 2017

It’s a comfort food mashup! We love pizza (obviously) and we can also make frittata, without encouragement, out of anything we can get our hands on. So here is it, the pizza frittata. And, as a bonus, it’s low-carb and we added red wine.

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Twin chefs cooking for the love of food, PLUS their ABC home-made froyo

Published on March 5, 2017

They came. They cooked. They conquered. That is the motto of twins, Lebo and Tebo, who are cooking their way through the kitchens of Pretoria with their success in hosting pop-up dinners for those who enjoy quality food in the comfort of their own homes. In addition to that, they are regular contributors to food magazines, have cooked for the...

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Royco’s tomato and basil pasta 

Published on March 2, 2017

The Italians taught us the winning combo of tomato and basil, now Royco has perfected the flavour in their ready-made sauce mix. Let's dig in!

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Ribollita

Published on February 28, 2017

This Italian veggie and bean soup is hearty and filling - perfect for a nutrient-dense meatless Monday that won’t leave you missing the meat. It’s also a lovely way to use up stale bread or bread crusts.

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Royco’s lasagne

Published on February 28, 2017

Lasagne is one of those comfy dishes that makes you want to curl up on the couch with a hefty helping of this cheesy, meaty pasta and just indulge.

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Chicken koftas, butter-bean hummus and dip

Published on February 25, 2017

Something between a meatball and a sausage, chicken koftas are great as an appetiser for when you have guests over. But you can make a meal of them as well with a few fresh flatbreads and a salad.

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Meat-free everyday – on a budget!

Published on February 20, 2017

Choosing to become vegetarian takes a lot of discipline and can be challenging when you’re surrounded by meat-eaters. But let’s go back for a second. We all know that meat is a food product that eats through our wallets, and it’s especially difficult when you’re on a rather tight budget. So, why not try out a vegetarian diet? There are...

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