• Sweet, crisp pear meets tangy pickled fennel in this fresh and vibrant salad. Tossed with tender lentils, toasted walnuts, herbs and creamy cheese, it has a lovely balance of textures and flavours, while the reserved pickling liquid doubles as a simple dressing. It’s an easy spring side dish or light lunch that feels fresh without being overly complicated. Made this pear and pickled fennel salad? Tag us @foodandhomesa #cookingwithFH on Instagram! Also See: Roasted fennel quiche https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/roasted-fennel-quiche Feature image: Aremedia

    If you’re looking for a delicious way to eat more greens, this super green frittata is a great place to start. Packed with kale, baby marrows, spring onions, parsley and dill, then layered with mozzarella, Parmesan and quinoa flakes, it’s hearty enough to serve as a meal on its own. The real finishing touch is the vibrant chilli-lime green sauce, which adds plenty of freshness and a little heat. Serve it for breakfast, brunch or a light lunch – and enjoy any leftovers cold the next day. Did you make this recipe? Tag us on Instagram @foodandhomesa! Also See:…

    Ah spring – a welcome reprieve from icy winds, short days and generally cold temperatures. Not to mention all the wonderfully tasty produce that can be harvested, like asparagus, peas, tender leafy greens, cucumbers and more. Wondering what you should start planting, or even just picking up from your local grocer? Here’s an extensive list of what’s in season, what to plant, and, of course, what to make. What veggies are in season this spring If you visit your local grocer or favourite grocery store, you should find some freshly harvested spring fruit and veg: Apricots Strawberries Blueberries Cherries…

    Silky, creamy and wonderfully light, these soft-set yoghurt panna cottas are an effortlessly elegant way to finish a meal. The tang of plain yoghurt cuts through the richness of the cream, while fresh strawberries add a juicy, fruity finish. Best of all, they can be made ahead and chilled overnight, making them an ideal fuss-free dessert for entertaining. Made this recipe? Tag us @foodandhomesa #cookingwithFH on Instagram Also See: Strawberry & coconut shortbread cake https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/strawberry-coconut-shortbread-cake

    If you’ve ever stood in the baking aisle wondering whether you should be buying cocoa powder or cacao powder, you’re not alone. They may look almost identical, come from the same plant and both promise a rich, chocolatey hit – so what exactly is the difference? The short answer is that cacao and cocoa come from the same plant, Theobroma cacao, but the terms are often used to describe the beans and products at different stages of processing. There is also a fair amount of overlap in how the words are used on food packaging, which makes the whole thing…