Starters, snacks & sides

Smoked snoek tacos

Published on December 11, 2016

Snoek is packed with protein, locally sourced and safely sustainable. You do need to be careful of all those tiny bones though, so make sure you are buying any smoked or fresh fish from a trusted community fishery.

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Beetroot and sweet-potato soup

Published on December 9, 2016

It may seem strange, but these two roots when paired are a match made in heaven. This soup is wonderfully easy, with a complex taste that will have your guests wondering how long you spent slaving away over it! In fact, it’s perfect on all fronts: easy on the pocket and just as good served chilled on a boiling summer...

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Stuffed butternuts

Published on December 9, 2016

Whether you are looking for a colourful and impressive starter at this weekend’s braai or just love a good, hearty vegetarian dinner, our stuffed butternuts are for you, not to mention budget-friendly!

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J’Something’s sticky stout ribs

Published on December 6, 2016

Our favourite musical chef is back again with another finger-licking recipe where he shows us just how creative you can get with a good bottle of stout in the kitchen.

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Peanut butter chocolate bars

Published on December 6, 2016

In the mood to bake but are short on time? This baby recipe comes together in minutes, less than minutes! All you need in a food processor, a fridge and microwave.

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Tomato consommé with home-made bread

Published on December 6, 2016

Believe it or not, the hot summer months are the perfect time to make your own bread. The warm air will help you dough to rise amazingly. And a consommé is a great way to lightly start a meal as well.

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Cheat’s hummus and bacon club sandwiches

Published on December 5, 2016

Are you looking for a cheap lunch option the whole family will enjoy?

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Meat-free Monday: Green bean and cherry tomato gratin

Published on December 5, 2016

There is nothing more comforting than a deliciously-filled bake topped with that crispy cheese-and-breadcrumb crust we all know and love.

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Heather’s tuna mould

Published on December 4, 2016

Every family cooks up something different on Christmas day, so we thought we’d share some of our own with you this festive season. Our editor, Heather, got this recipe from her grandmother, and she fondly remembers her gran bringing it along to Christmas lunch every year as a child.

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Baked chilli poppers with coriander mayo

Published on December 2, 2016

We absolutely love chilli poppers here at MK, and they are just as good baked in the oven without any added oiliness. Stuffed with cream cheese and cheddar and then dipped into a coriander mayo... We know, we don’t have to say any more.

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