Starters, snacks & sides

5 pesto recipes you never knew you needed in your life

Published on March 20, 2018

It’s pesto madness! No matter your mood, we have the pesto recipes to suit your every desire. You can pair these yummy options with pizza, pasta, artisan bread, soups and sandwiches. So there really is no excuse not to try them all.

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Watermelon konfyt

Published on March 14, 2018

With summer drawing to a close, we got our hands on some of the last watermelons of the season (and recommend you do the same). And because we never waste here in the MK kitchen, we used the rind to make a lovely watermelon konfyt, a South African classic.

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Falafel with hummus and dukkah

Published on March 7, 2018

Is there anything quite so good as these Middle Eastern bites of goodness? We’re showing you how to make falafel from scratch this week, with some hummus and dukkah on the side.

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Sweetcorn and ricotta ravioli in white-wine cream sauce

Published on March 5, 2018

Meat-free Monday here we come! We’re teaching you to make pasta from scratch this week. It’s easier than you could have ever imagined! Turn it into this gorgeous sweetcorn and ricotta ravioli, and you’ll have a winning dish to serve your guests in no time.

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Blood orange salad with radishes and fennel

Published on February 8, 2018

The red colour in a blood orange is caused by their amazing antioxidant pigments. Our blood orange salad will be a welcome and refreshing side with any meal, or as a light meal on its own.

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Baked baby marrow fries with garlic mayo

Published on January 26, 2018

If you’re a fan of these baby summer squashes (like we are) then these baby marrow fries are the Friday night treat you’ve been waiting for.

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Jalapeño poppers

Published on January 24, 2018

It seems that no matter where you eat out these days, you’ll see jalapeño poppers on the menu. They are pretty easy to make yourself, and if you ever feel like a plate of poppers at home, this is the recipe you need to turn to.

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Curried shrimp & fried avo salad cups

Published on January 18, 2018

Our junior food stylist Jana is sharing her mom’s salad cups recipe with all of you today. Her family often enjoy this dish on special occasions.

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Spinach and ricotta tartlets

Published on January 17, 2018

Keep things old-school and serve your guests these mouth-watering spinach and ricotta tartlets. Feel free to double up the recipe if you are serving a large group of people.

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Feta, caramelised onion & blueberry focaccia

Published on January 12, 2018

This time of year brings with it the sweetest, ripest berries and we’re here to make the most of them! Our blueberry focaccia is light and fresh, perfect as a summer appetiser.

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