• How can you have a successful braai without this recipe? Homemade barbecue sauce is a delicious way to add some special flavour to any meat dish. Slightly sweet, slightly tart and delicious on any grilled meat. Quick dinner idea: Coat 2kg spare ribs in the barbecue sauce and roast in a hot oven at 220°C until cooked through, sticky and sweet. Serves 4 – 6. Made this homemade barbecue sauce? Tag us @foodandhomesa #CookingWithFH on Instagram! ALSO SEE: Braai mealies with three different toppings https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/braai-mealies-with-three-different-toppings

    Green beans, with their vibrant colour and crisp texture, are a versatile and nutritious addition to any meal. Whether you’re aiming for a quick side dish or incorporating them into a more elaborate recipe, mastering the art of cooking green beans can elevate your culinary skills.  Selecting fresh green beans Start with fresh, vibrant green beans. Look for beans that are firm, crisp, and free from blemishes. The ideal size is about four to six inches in length, as they tend to be more tender and sweet. Washing and trimming Before cooking, give the green beans a thorough wash under…

    While the northern hemisphere is warming cold hands around mugs of steaming glühwein in front of crackling fireplaces, we’ll be beating the heat on Christmas Day! Chilled and sparkling, our twist-on- tradition sangria offers the comfort of festive spices and fresh berries with refreshing citrus undertones. Made this berry Christmas sangria recipe? Tag us @foodandhomesa #CookingWithFH on Instagram! ALSO SEE: How to plan Christmas meals this festive season https://www.foodandhome.co.za/lifestyle/how-to-plan-christmas-meals-this-festive-season Recipe and styling by Nomvuselelo Mncube Photograph by Dylan Swart

    When it comes to culinary adventures, cow trotters might not be the first item on your menu. Popularly identified as cow heels, across African borders this type of meat is referred to in various native terms such as amanqina enkomo, mazondo, tlhakwana, and so forth. Enjoyed across the African continent in many ways this hearty treat is best savoured when slow-cooked, tender, and juicy. For those of us who enjoy traditional dishes then you know what a vital role this delicacy plays in adding flavour and all sorts of deliciousness to any home-cooked meal. @doramoononyambe Have you ever had cow trotters? #lifewithdora…

    Did you know that more than 61% of us prefer to skip breakfast? Without knowing, we’re tapping into the growing trend of intermittent fasting – when you limit food intake for set periods. “Popular reasons to fast include weight management, improved focus and increased longevity,” says Nutritionist Roxane Bakker. Yet it’s not always easy. It helps to remember that ‘”fasting isn’t a diet but a lifestyle,” adds Roxane. Find what works for you, and you could gain life-enhancing benefits! Here are five changes to expect when you start fasting: 1. Your body shape may change “While it depends on duration,…