Everyone has their own mashed potato recipe that works like a charm when it’s a “sausage and mash” kind of night. But comedian, and now viral TikToker, @jeaux_king has shared her method for making mashed potatoes that’s sparked a bit of a debate in the comments section. Die hard potato fans are upset about losing the potato flavour, while others are intrigued and plan to give it a try – some commenters are even sharing their own mashed potato recipes. Who knew the humble potato could be so divisive? A couple of honourable mentions: User @shell says: See, I don’t…
Bacon, egg & pumpkin feast bruschetta Too late for breakfast, but still want your bacon and egg from breakfast? Try this perfect for brunch Bacon, egg & pumpkin…
Grilled strawberry and biltong salad COOK TIME: 10 min | SERVES 4 This super-easy, mouth-watering grilled strawberry and biltong salad is extracted from Jan’s first cookbook, The French Affair: Tables of Love. A proud South African who divides his time between Cape Town and Nice in the south of France, Jan Hendrik van der Westhuizen is SA’s second Michelin-star chef. Jan describes himself as an optimist, a dreamer and a doer. He admits: “I have a very short attention span, which means I change my mind and how I apply it quite often – I am constantly moving an object…
Roast leg of lamb A warm, cozy Sunday lunch meal. TOTAL TIME 1 hour 30 minutes | SERVES 6 View this post on Instagram A post…
Prawn and chicken skewers with mojos A delicious surf and turf recipe that’s easy to make and delicious to eat. Try it for your next summer lunch. COOK TIME: 30 minutes + overnight to marinate | SERVES 4 View this post on Instagram A post shared by Food&Home (@foodandhomesa) INGREDIENTS Prawn and chicken skewers 20 ml (4 tsp) olive or avocado oil 80 ml sherry vinegar 10 ml (2 tsp) dried chilli flakes 500 g prawns, deveined, heads removed and shells on 6 chicken thighs, deboned, skin removed and cut into large pieces Garlic, coriander and…
Christmas gingerbread cookies Christmas isn’t Christmas without gingerbread cookies and festive wreaths. Why not combine the two and make it a day to remember! If you’re a stickler for…
Roast rack of lamb with a rosemary and mustard crust served with slow-roasted farm-style vegetables Elegant, delicious, and wonderfully tender. You can’t beat roast rack of lamb with a rosemary and mustard crust served with slow-roasted farm-style vegetables for a satisfying main course. COOK TIME: 40 min | SERVES: 4 View this post on Instagram A post shared by Food&Home (@foodandhomesa) INGREDIENTS Crust 8 slices of white bread, crusts removed 30 ml Gruyère, grated 1 garlic clove, crushed 15 ml fresh rosemary 15 ml fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped a pinch of salt Lamb 30 ml…
Watermelon and vodka ices PREP TIME: 15 mins + extra for setting | SERVES 8 Arguably the most refreshing of fruits for lazy summer afternoons, watermelon pairs incredibly…
The ultimate in luxury is most probably your own signature set of dinnerware, personalised to your specifications, whether they be your favourite colours or a design featuring your family crest. Leading studio, Mervyn Gers Ceramics, has announced that they have added this bespoke design service to their repertoire for discerning interior design enthusiasts and trendsetters. Says Mervyn Gers, owner and creator of the brand: “Individualism has become more accentuated during the past two years, as has the use of colour to lift our moods and increase our dopamine levels. We’ve seen people expressing themselves more in the way they live, dress…
It’s the first of December, which means summer is finally here. Summer seasonal fruits and vegetables are delicious and refreshing, perfect for beating the summer heat. Read on…