• We love our furry friends, except when their hairs drift and becomes an extra ingredient in our dinner. With the weather warming up now, our furry friends’ coats are starting to shed, making it more difficult to keep rogue hairs out of the kitchen. But fear not, there are ways to deal with it. Small daily habits = major weekly impacts Get ahead of those hairballs before they get ahead of you: Wipe counters before cooking Sweep or vacuum high-traffic areas Use microfibre cloths (dry) to collect most of the shedding Go over areas again with a damp paper towel to…

    Food prep involves washing fruits and veggies, skinning and trimming meats, and generally making sure that what you’re about to cook is free from harmful bacteria or sinewy pieces. But what about one of the ultimate pantry staples: rice? It is not only a healthy food prep step, but also crucial for achieving consistently fluffy rice. Do we really have to? In short: Yes. It might be a common debate in your household (like it is in mine) over whether washing rice follows tradition or adds an extra, potentially unnecessary step to dinner. Washing rice is a crucial food prep…

    Craving something hearty yet fresh? This Chilli con Carne with Avocado Salad delivers the best of both worlds. Simmered beef mince seasoned with taco spices, tomatoes, oregano, and kidney beans creates a comforting and flavour-packed stew, while the cool, zesty avocado salad, tossed with grape tomatoes, red onion, chilli, and coriander, adds a vibrant, refreshing counterpoint. Perfect for a satisfying midweek dinner that doesn’t skimp on taste. Made this chilli con carne with avocado salad? Tag us on Instagram @foodandhomesa Also See: Whole baked cauliflower https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/whole-baked-cauliflower

    Enjoy the best of this seasonal produce year-round.  Carrots are a kitchen essential – whether roasted until caramelised, added to a hearty stew, or grated into a crisp salad. While they’re available throughout the year, carrots are at their sweetest in cooler months when natural starches turn into sugars. If you’ve stocked up at the local farmers’ market or harvested a generous crop from your own garden, freezing them is one of the easiest ways to enjoy their goodness for months to come.  Freezing carrots doesn’t just save time on busy days, it also locks in flavour, nutrients, and colour.…

    A delightful vegetarian twist on classic comfort food: Introducing the Baby Marrow Corn Loaf. Grated baby marrow (zucchini), creamy corn, and cheddar cheese meld into a moist and flavour-packed loaf that’s low in sugar yet rich in texture and taste. With a touch of red chilli for warmth and a golden crust achieved through slow baking, this unique loaf serves beautifully as a savoury breakfast, lunchbox treat, or side at any gathering. Made this Baby marrow corn loaf? Tag us @foodandhomesa #cookingwithFH on Instagram! Also See: Gluten free seed loaf https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/gluten-free-seed-loaf