Recipes

Rich sauces and homemade ravioli perfect for winter

Published on July 3, 2023

The colder season’s appetite for oozing decadence is best met in the comfort of your home. From rich sauces to handmade ravioli, editor Chad January shows you how to get the better of your carb craving. SLOW-COOKED BEEF RAGU LASAGNE  SERVES 4-6   TOTAL TIME 1 HR 45 MIN   Ingredients  800g-1kg beef neck or knuckles  Salt […]

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Some of our loyal readers share their dad’s fave meals

Published on June 21, 2023

We catch up with some of our loyal readers who share their Dad’s favourite meals in the lead up to Father’s Day. Spoil the special men in your life with these flavourful recipes.    “One thing about my dad: keep his plate piled up and tummy filled and he’s the happiest man alive! This beer […]

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Green falafel ‘soil’ with yoghurt tahini sauce and poached eggs

Published on June 21, 2023

Our food stylist Sjaan van der Ploeg picks Amerae Vercueil’s brain – a powerhouse foodie and author of Food That Loves You Back – for an easy recipe that showcases the versatility of veggies in a way that everyone will want to sink their teeth into.  SERVES 2 TOTAL TIME 15 MINUTES Ingredients FOR THE […]

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Soft and sweet indulgent desserts perfect for winter

Published on June 8, 2023

What’s more indulgent and comforting than a chocolate and caramel malva pudding and a red velvet microwave mug cake? Nothing right.  Chocolate and caramel malva pudding  Serves 6-8 • Total Time 40-45 Min  Ingredients FOR THE MALVA   2 cups dark brown sugar   5 large eggs   1 tsp vanilla essence   1¾ cups cake flour   ½ […]

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The best fennel and citrus roasted chicken thighs

Published on June 7, 2023

Tap into the tang of the season’s superb citrus in our sweet, salty and sour chicken thigh dish.  Fennel and citrus roasted chicken thighs  Serves 4 // Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes Ingredients  2 tsp fennel seeds, toasted  2 cloves garlic, chopped ½ orange, zested and juiced  ½ lemon, zested and juiced  Salt and […]

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Potato and leek soup with roasted nuts and cauliflower

Published on June 5, 2023

Nothing says winter more than indulging in a steaming hot bowl of hearty soup that warms you from within.  Potato and leek soup with roasted nuts and cauliflower  Serves 4-6 • Total Time 45-50 Min  Ingredients 2 Tbsp olive oil 1 Tbsp butter 300g leeks, sliced 4 sprigs fresh thyme 3 cloves garlic, chopped 1kg […]

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5 Easy Recipes to Whip Up for a Vitamin C Boost

Published on May 31, 2023

Winter has arrived and so has citrus season! Get your dose of vitamin C by exploring the flavours of oranges, grapefruits, lemons, limes and more. The MK team whips up a batch of savoury and sweet dishes that pack a zingy punch.   Grapefruit, honey and soy pork with slaw  Serves 4 • Total Time 45 […]

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Preserving your fave summer fruits for the winter months

Published on May 22, 2023

Preserving some of your fave summer fruits should be at the top of your list right about now! We’re just a step ahead of the South African winter, but you might not be ready yet to let go of all the deliciousness of summer fruits.  These are the last couple of weeks to stock up […]

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Chicken and corn nachos under 15 minutes

Published on May 16, 2023

Editor Chad January has your weeknight supper sorted with this five-ingredients, crowd pleaser nachos.  Chicken and corn nachos  Serves 4  Ingredients  3 Tbsp butter   2 cans (410g each) corn kernels, drained and rinsed  4 tsp paprika   1 tsp chilli flakes   2-3 jalapenos, sliced   Handful fresh parsley or coriander, chopped   3 chicken breast fillets, sliced   […]

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Pulled Chicken Slider Traybake with Asian Slaw

Published on May 11, 2023

This slider is easy to make, requires little prep time and tastes great even at room temperature when you’re scheduled for loadshedding Pulled chicken slider traybake with Asian slaw and quick pickled apple  Serves 6 • Total Time 30 Min   Ingredients 18 seeded cocktail burger buns  1 cup grated Gouda  1 rotisserie chicken, shredded  Handful […]

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