5 ways with tinned tomatoes Tinned tomatoes, an ingredient we all have in our pantries. Dont know how to use your tinned tomatoes? Check out 5 ways to use tinned tomatoes. Tomato sauce Make an easy tomato sauce by heating a knob of butter with some olive oil and adding a finely sliced garlic clove. Toss for a minute, then add a tin of whole Italian tomatoes. Cook over a low heat for 20 minutes and mash the tomatoes with a fork. Throw in a few torn fresh basil leaves, season to taste and serve with hot pasta. Cocktail Make…
Enjoy a classic Margherita pizza with a delicious upgrade. Topped with colourful heirloom tomatoes, basil pesto and plenty of fresh herbs, this is what pizza dreams are made of! To save some time making this Margherita pizza, we used store-bought pizza dough and a quick trick for tomato sauce. Classic Margherita pizza with heirloom tomatoes SERVES 4 | HANDS-ON TIME 10 min | TOTAL TIME 30 min VEGETARIAN INGREDIENTS 150 grams store-bought pizza dough 1 packet tomato paste 2 garlic cloves, minced 3 tsp oregano 1 tbsp olive oil 1 large tomato, sliced 1/2 cup heirloom tomatoes halved 1/2 cup…
One of Florence’s signature dishes, this simple steak recipe perfectly combines classic Tuscan flavours Recipe and styling by Nomvuselelo Mncube
This delicious risotto only takes 30 minutes to make! Recipe and styling by Nomvuselelo Mncube Photograph by Dylan Swart
Cruciferous or leafy vegetables like cauliflower, broccoli and kale belong to the Brassicaceae (also known as Cruciferae) family. Rich in nutrients, cruciferous veg are also good sources of fibre. Recipe and styling by Claire Ferrandi Assisted by Dashania Murugas Photographs by Annalize Nel
Do you have vegans or vegetarians on your guest list over the holidays? Don’t fret. These delicious whole stuffed tomatoes are all you need to whip up an unforgettable spread. Be sure to make extra, though, as meat eaters will want to tuck in. Recipe and styling by Claire Ferrandi Photograph by Dylan Swart
These little phyllo cups with goat’s cheese, spring onion and tomatoes are perfect for teatime.
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This delightful dish is perfect for those last lazy days of summer. Roasted tomatoes, asparagus, goat’s cheese and walnut salad served with mustard and a balsamic dressing offer a real flavour burst.
I always make a double batch of pesto. It’s so good tossed through spelt spaghetti and cherry tomatoes for a quick and healthy midweek supper. Serve these spelt pizza with heirloom tomatoes, nectarine, prosciutto and kale pesto with a large green salad to create a more balanced meal with increased nutritional value. Recipe, styling and photographs by Dianne Bibby
The lemon adds a particularly lovely tang to this fish dish. Pan-fried hake with chickpeas, tomatoes and paprika with a lemon-cider butter is a wonderful lunch or dinner dish, especially on a light summer day. Recipe by Nomvuselelo Mncube Photograph by Dylan Swart
Lovely as a side or a main for vegetarian guests. You can assemble this dish up to 2 days ahead, store in the fridge and simply roast before serving. Recipe and styling by Claire Ferrandi Photograph by Dylan Swart
Warm cannellini bean salad with herbs, vine tomatoes & asparagus is a healthy, delicious and even non-meat option for a quick and easy weekday night meal. It’s very filling and takes less than an hour to make – a great weekday dish. Click here for more great supper on the double recipes.
This recipe for sticky chicken thighs with warm marinated Rosa tomatoes and chunky tzatziki is perfect for leftover chicken. Simply shred it up, mix it with marinade and serve with pita, tomatoes and tzatziki. TO DRINK: Manley Private Cellar Thatch House Red will make a good match.
Recipes and styling by Nomvuselelo Mncube Photographs by Dylan Swart