• Soak up the last of winter’s chill with this light, fuss-free sheet pan vegetable soup. Roasted to perfection in just 30 minutes, the veggies caramelise beautifully in the oven before being blended into a velvety, flavour-packed soup. A swirl of cream adds just the right touch of indulgence, while golden cheese toasties on the side make it a comforting meal without the effort. Simple, wholesome, and perfect for weeknights when you need something warm and satisfying—this sheet pan soup is winter’s easiest hug in a bowl. Whip this recipe up in a flash, either on the stove, in the oven,…

    Butter is one of those everyday kitchen staples we don’t give much thought to – until it tears a hole through your slice of fresh bread because it’s rock-hard from the fridge. The big question is: should butter live on the counter or in the fridge? Read more: 5 ways to use leftover buttermilk  The answer isn’t one-size-fits-all – it depends on the type of butter you buy, how hot your kitchen gets, and how quickly you use it:  Butter is mostly made up of fat, which naturally makes it quite resistant to bacteria. That’s why, unlike milk or cream,…

    As winter winds down, there’s still time to savour the comfort of a cosy evening meal. Think bubbling pots, hearty flavours, and dinners that warm you from the inside out—without keeping you in the kitchen for hours. These quick and easy recipes are perfect for those in-between nights when you want something satisfying and seasonal, but simple enough to enjoy at the end of a long day. Read more: Best herbs to curb final flu symptoms this winter Quick and easy dinner recipes to gather around the table, and soak in the last of the season’s chill: Leek and potato…

    If you’re looking to impress your friends with very low effort or just want to treat yourself, then this is the recipe for you! These croissants will look like you just picked them up from a nearby bakery, and will only take you about half an hour from start to finish. Tried this recipe? Tag us @foodandhomesa #cookingwithFH on Instagram! Also See: Cinnamon, white chocolate, macadamia and cranberry cream-cheese-swirl muffins https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/cinnamon-white-chocolate-macadamia-cranberry-cream-cheese-swirl-muffins

    These indulgent muffins are the perfect balance of comfort and decadence. A tender cinnamon-spiced base is swirled with rich cream cheese for a soft, cheesecake-like centre, while bursts of tart cranberries cut through the sweetness. Somewhere between a cupcake and a muffin, with a cream cheese swirl, instead of icing, these are deliciously tempting! If you prefer not to use white chocolate, macadamias, or dried cranberries, you can leave them out of the recipe for a simpler version – these ingredients, however, do make these an extra-special treat. Whether enjoyed warm with coffee or packed into a lunchbox, these muffins…

    Risotto comes from the Italian word riso, meaning ‘rice’ and is a typical northern Italian dish. Also See: Vegan asparagus and pea risotto https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/vegan-asparagus-and-pea-risotto