A broccoli and bacon pie with mature cheddar is a delicious savory dish that combines tender broccoli florets and crispy bacon with the rich and sharp flavor of mature cheddar cheese. This flavorful filling is encased in a flaky pastry crust, creating a satisfying and comforting pie. It offers a delightful blend of smoky, salty, and cheesy flavors, making it a popular choice for a hearty main course or a flavorful side dish.
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Bread
Learn how to create an artisan loaf of bread at home. From traditional Italian bread to easy slapdash loaves made from scratch.
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Potjiekos
Learn how to make a classic South African potjie. From preparation and layering to fail-proof cooking tips for the perfect potjie.
Pasta
Learn to make fresh pasta, gnocchi, and risotto at home! From making hand-rolled pasta shapes to using a pasta maker.
Pasta
Learn to make fresh pasta, gnocchi, and risotto at home! From making hand-rolled pasta shapes to using a pasta maker.
Desserts
Learn to make mouth-watering desserts. From easy-to-make sweet treats to showstopping desserts for special occasions.
Desserts
Learn to make mouth-watering desserts. From easy-to-make sweet treats to showstopping desserts for special occasions.
Booze
Learn to make handcrafted beer, wine and liqueur. From South-African favourites, like Pineapple Beer, to more exotic beverages.
Side Dishes
Learn how to make authentic Italian and South African side dishes. Boereboontijes to fried antipasto, fresh salads and veggies.
Soups, Stews & Sauces
Learn to make soups, stews and sauces from scratch. Hearty beef stews, Italian soups, homemade broth and more…
Soups, Stews & Sauces
Learn to make soups, stews and sauces from scratch. Hearty beef stews, Italian soups, homemade broth and more…
Chef’s Choice
A collection of all my favourite recipes.
Chef’s Choice
A collection of all my favourite recipes.
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Beef Carpaccio
Beef Carpaccio Carpaccio, pronounced as "car-PAH-chee-oh," is a traditional Italian appetizer consisting of thinly sliced raw beef. Modern Italian restaurants commonly serve this dish by drizzling it with olive oil and lemon juice or balsamic...
Green fig preserve
Green fig preserve is a sweet and slightly spiced condiment made from young, unripe figs, sugar, and spices. It’s versatile and can be enjoyed as a spread on toast, paired with cheese, used in charcuterie boards, or as a glaze for meats. Its sweet and tangy flavor adds a delightful touch to both sweet and savory dishes.
Easy no knead bread
Easy no knead bread You can't get any easier than this when it comes to making bread. It's just a matter of mixing everything together, proofing, and baking! Loaf panMixing bowl 750 g all purpose flour600 ml lukewarm water7.5 g yeast1 tbsp wheat...
Easy peasy baked lemon cheesecake
A deliciously soft and creamy treat with a tinge of lemon. Making this cheesecake is simple and straightforward.
Fillet of pork stuffed with boerewors, wrapped in bacon.
Fillet of pork stuffed with boerewors, wrapped in bacon. Boerewors is a sausage that originated in South Africa. Yes, I am being patriotic again. The name comes from Boer ("farmer") and wors ("sausage"). I served this dish with my Spiced...

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Herbs & Spices
Herbs & Spices

Whether fresh or dried, adding herbs or spices is one of the easiest ways to enhance the flavour of a dish! Learn about the culinary uses and characteristics of popular kitchen herbs and spices from around the world.