Friday braai day: Beef Wellington
Here is another Ultimate Braai Master challenge we did somewhere in the Karoo. This beef Wellington is not for the faint-hearted but will give you all the bragging rights over your mates if you can pull it off.
Wine-braised-beef pies
There is nothing better than a homely pie and a glass of red when the weather is cold. These red wine braised beef pies are on our menu for Sunday lunch!
Brisket stew with mashed potatoes
Delicious hot off the stove and even better when reheated the next day, our brisket stew is the comfort meal you need this winter. It’s also an amazing freezer option, so spend some time over a weekend making a big batch, and then you have dinner for a night when you really don’t feel like cooking.
Curried lamb and lentil soup
It doesn’t get cosier (or tastier) than this! This cheap and cheerful curried lamb and lentil soup requires minimal ingredients, minimal time and minimal effort. All resulting in maximum flavour.
Beef bourguignon pot pie with apple and sage mash
Sunday lunch or dinner doesn’t get better than this. This beef bourguignon pot pie is intensely flavourful and fragrant with plenty of veggies, beef, bacon and, of course, red wine. So roll up those sleeves and get busy in the kitchen. And that apple mash… There are no words.
Friday braai day: Smoked brisket
Today I want to talk to you about how I make my smoked brisket at the World Food Championships in USA. Smoking food is not big in South Africa – yet. America is where it’s at and it’s a lifestyle to them.
Meaty winter minestrone
Bone-based meaty broths are perfect for winter because of the vast array of health benefits they boast. This one is budget-friendly, easy to make and packed with nutrients. Serve it up this chilly season to keep the cold at bay in the yummiest way possible.
Banting toad-in-the-hole
There’s no reason not to end the weekend on a high (and delicious) note. But if you’re trying to cut down on the carbs, we’ve got you covered with this delectable meaty treat. We made the banting toad-in-the-hole pastry with flavourful almond and coconut flour and eggs. Who’s in?
Bacon and egg gatsby
Now if this isn’t a breakfast for champions, we don’t know what is. A good old proudly South African gatsby doesn’t have to be as plain as meat, slap chips and tomato sauce.
Pastrami Reuben
Making a snazzy starter or canapé doesn’t have to be a chore. These pastrami Reuben’s only need the cheapest and easiest ingredients and they come together in under 20 minutes. Bookmark this recipe for the next time you are having people over.