Lavender shortbread

  • Post published:June 3, 2017

It’s time to fill that cookie jar with fragrant biscuits that are bursting with life. We won’t say no to a late night hot drink with some of our lavender shortbread.

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Brisket stew with mashed potatoes

  • Post published:May 28, 2017

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.

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Buttermilk rusks

  • Post published:May 27, 2017

Every South African should be able to whip out a batch of these whenever the craving arises. Especially since we have been making buttermilk rusks since the 17th century as a way of preserving bread.

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French onion soup

  • Post published:May 26, 2017

Every home cook needs this ridiculously easy classic in their repertoire. The trick to that timeless earthy flavour is to cook your onions on a very low heat, slowly. This may take some time, but it will be worth it. Make sure they get some nice dark colour, just short of burning, for a perfectly rich French onion soup.

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