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Quiche

Quiche

I am always looking for a quick and easy recipe, using staples and leftovers in my kitchen. This recipe can be adjusted, depending on the leftovers or fresh ingredients available. I have given four filling ideas below, but feel free to experiment with other options as...

Strawberries & Cream Overnight Oats

Strawberries & Cream Overnight Oats

Overnight oats is my favourite quick breakfast. Some weeks are just so busy that I know I wont have enough time to prepare breakfast. So I usually make bulk overnight oats on Sunday which lasts me until Wednesday. Sometime I get bored of plain cinnamon banana...

Strawberry Chia Seed Jam

Strawberry Chia Seed Jam

Jam is a fan favourite in my home, especially strawberry jam. Its such a versatile spread and hits just the right spot to curb that sweet craving! I have it on toast, in yoghurt, on scones and my favourite use of jam is to lather it over a baked camembert, YUM! But I...

Chia Seed Breakfast Topper

Chia Seed Breakfast Topper

Makes 1 cup Ingredients 4 tablespoons chia seeds¾ cup milk / coconut milk / full cream yoghurt1 tsp xylitol (optional) Method Mix together and place in fridge for an hourAfter an hour the chia seeds should have absorbed the liquid, leaving you with a delicious chia...

Blueberry Banana Flapjacks

Blueberry Banana Flapjacks

This is one of my favourite healthy summer breakfasts. These flapjacks are so easy to make, you just throw everything into the blender and that’s it! Plus they are super nutritious and a great alternative to normal flapjacks. Not only do these make a great breakfast...

ROASTED VEGETABLES

ROASTED VEGETABLES

  Serves 4 - 6 This roasted vegetable recipe is so easy to make - any variety of vegetables can be used.   Ingredients: 1 Onion, medium 125 g Mushrooms, roughly chopped 6 - 8 Carrots, baby, whole OR 3 - 4 Carrots, medium, roughly chopped 400g Broccoli and...

POTATO, CAULIFLOWER AND LEEK SOUP

POTATO, CAULIFLOWER AND LEEK SOUP

  This is a deliciously creamy soup, it is easy to make and really satisfying.   Ingredients: 4 Potatoes, medium, diced 200 g Leeks, baby, chopped 1 kg Cauliflower, roughly chopped into smaller pieces 2 Tbsp. Canola or Olive Oil 1 tsp. Onion Powder 1 1/2...

CREAMY BUTTERNUT SOUP

CREAMY BUTTERNUT SOUP

Serves 2 - 4 Ingredients: 1kg Butternut, peeled and diced 2 medium Carrots, roughly chopped 3 Gem squash, halved, seeds removed 2 Tbsp Canola oil 1/2 tsp. Garlic, crushed 2l Water, boiling 3 tsp. Stock, powder, chicken 1/2 tsp. Cinnamon 1/4 tsp. Cumin 2 - 4 Tbsp....

CREAMY ROASTED TOMATO AND BASIL SOUP

CREAMY ROASTED TOMATO AND BASIL SOUP

  Serves 4 – 6 Ingredients: 600g Tomatoes, Rosa, small, halved 1 tsp. Garlic, chopped 2 Tbsp. Olive oil 2 Tins Tomato, diced 6 – 8 Basil leaves, chopped 250ml Stock, vegetable or chicken 1 – 2 tsp. Sugar 1 tsp. Vinegar Salt and pepper to taste 4 – 6 Tbsp. Cream...

BOBOTIE WITH FLAVOURED RICE

BOBOTIE WITH FLAVOURED RICE

BOBOTIE WITH FLAVOURED RICE Yields 6 portions   INGREDIENTS: 1 slice white bread, thick 125ml milk 25ml oil 2 onions, in slices 2 garlic cloves, chopped fine 15ml ginger, fresh, grated 30ml curry powder 5ml tumeric 3ml cumin, fine 3ml coriander, fine 1kg mince,...

MARINATED CHICKEN WITH HERBS

MARINATED CHICKEN WITH HERBS

        Yields 4 portions INGREDIENTS: 4 chicken fillets, deboned 45ml fresh lemon juice 15ml olive oil 30ml sherry, muscadel or port 60ml fresh basil, chopped OR 5ml dry basil 15ml fresh origanum OR 2.5ml dry origanum 5ml fresh thyme OR a pinch of...

CAJUN TURKEY SALAD

CAJUN TURKEY SALAD

    This is an easy to make, fresh summer salad that includes a variety of different foods that covers all food groups.  Sounds fantastic right? Ingredients (Serves 6) Cajun Salad Dressing 200ml ,Plain Yoghurt. 100ml, Mayonnaise. 3-5ml, (or to taste)Cajun...

ROCKET AND PARMESAN SALAD

ROCKET AND PARMESAN SALAD

  This is a delicious and fresh salad that is easy to make and it looks beautiful plated. You only need a few basic ingredients. Bonus - the lemon juice keeps the avocado nice and fresh - no more brown avo in leftover salad!   Ingredients: 3 - 4 cups Rocket,...

CHICKPEA FALAFEL

CHICKPEA FALAFEL

x Serves 4 - 6 X  Ingredients 1 tin Chickpeas, drained 0.5 tsp. Coriander 1.5 tsp. Cumin 2 cloves Garlic, chopped 2 tbsp. Coriander, fresh, chopped 1/4 cup Parsley, fresh, chopped 1 Carrot, medium, grated 1 Egg 2 - 4 tbsp. Flour  X Method: Place chickpeas, spices and...

DATE AND COCONUT BALLS

DATE AND COCONUT BALLS

We are all familiar with the typical date snack - made with butter, sugar and biscuits. They may be delicious but they aren't great for your waistline.That is why we decided to come up with an alternative date-based snack, high in fibre and healthy fats. They also...

SPICY PEANUT CHICKEN CURRY

SPICY PEANUT CHICKEN CURRY

Ingredients 2 large chicken breasts, sliced 1 onion, sliced 250g mushrooms, sliced 3 garlic cloves 1 t fresh ginger 1 t chilli powder or 1 fresh chilli 1 t paprika 1 t curry powder 1 t turmeric 1 T olive oil 1 tin coconut milk (lite) 2 T peanut butter ½ cup low fat...

WINTER-WARMER SOUPS

WINTER-WARMER SOUPS

There is nothing better than a hearty, delicious soup on a cold winters evening. We have put together some great soup recipes and best of all - they don't take hours to prepare!   1) BUTTERNUT COCONUT CURRY SOUP Ingredients 1 large butternut, cut into chunks...

LEMON AND HERB CRUSTED SALMON

LEMON AND HERB CRUSTED SALMON

Cooking or roasting fish can be very tricky – it dries out quickly and can become tasteless if not well seasoned. Because of this we tend to eat less fish, missing out on crucial nutrients like Omega 3. Try this recipe for easy, fool-proof and delicious salmon steaks....

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