Golden, crisp-edged pan-fried gnocchi with a soft, pillowy centre makes for a quick and satisfying twist on a much-loved Italian classic. Pan-frying transforms store-bought gnocchi into rich, buttery bites with a beautifully crisp finish, ideal for an effortless weeknight meal, a simple side, or a comforting dish that feels far more considered than the effort suggests. Also See: Pumpkin gnocchi with crushed baby tomatoes
The moment the weather turns, something shifts in the kitchen. The salads that felt right in January start to look uninviting. The craving for soup, bread, pasta and…
As winter rolls in, bringing with it cold wind and rain, our cravings move away from light and zingy meals and more towards comforting, hearty dishes. It’s also the perfect time to stock up winter pantry staples to help ease the dark, breakfast and dinner time rush, add serious flavour, and help keep within budget – staying away from the (allbeit ultra convenient) fast foods and takeaways. Use our guide to keep your budget on track, your tummies satisfied, and your pantry stocked for winter cooking. The 5 best pantry staples to stock for winter cooking 1. Oils Stocking…
There’s something deeply comforting about opening the pantry and knowing dinner is already halfway sorted. No expensive ingredients, no last-minute dash to the shops – just a humble…
I am a proud lover of pasta – and also a proud maker of way too much. Whether my eyes were hungrier than my stomach or I overprepared for a dinner party, cooking pasta can sometimes be deceiving. Whether you’re cooking pasta for yourself, 4, 6 or 8 people, use our guide below to help you portion sizes just right. How to portion pasta The best experts to consult on pasta portions are, of course, the Italians. I mean, they invented the stuff, and it is a way of life for them, so it’s only fitting. According to the Italians, the…
South Africa’s premium dairy favourite, LANCEWOOD®, is stirring up snack time with the launch of Fruity Cottage Cheese – a creamy, protein-packed anytime treat, bringing a moment of…
Winter is the season that draws us all closer. As the air turns crisp and the days grow shorter, the simple act of gathering around a table becomes something even more meaningful. No longer are meals just about eating – they’re about sharing, connecting, and slowing down long enough to savour both the food and the company. With the colder months now upon us, there’s nothing quite like the comfort of a family-style spread. At its core, winter is typically a time for slow-cooked dishes – but old ways and favourites don’t have to mean ordinary and uninspiring. With the…
There’s something deeply comforting about a pot of soup bubbling away on the stove. It fills the kitchen with warmth, makes enough to feed a small village, and somehow…
I must admit, all I knew about cottage cheese was that it was pretty much only good for dipping in those veggie sticks you found at almost every dinner party or on every charcuterie board. But lately, I’ve noticed that it can and is used for far greater things. Foodies and content creators alike have been pushing cottage cheese to its limits, adding it to savoury and sweet dishes, not only for a protein boost, but also for improving their gut health. From cottage cheese pizza bases to a new take on peaches and cream, cottage cheese has boldly come…
When the weather turns dramatic and the windows start rattling, this is the kind of pot you want bubbling away on the stove. This lamb knuckle and apricot…