Make a hearty trotters and lentils dish with this simple recipe from Ntwenhle Gcabashe Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 2 hours Serves: 3 2 kg beef trotters 1 cup lentils Salt and pepper, for seasoning 2 tablespoons (30ml) oil 1 large onion, chopped 4 garlic cloves, crushed 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1 canned tomatoes, […]
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You can’t go wrong with a classic dombolo or steamed bread, and now you can update the classic with this delicious savoury take by Ntwenhle Gcabashe. Prep time: 20 minutes Cooking time: 60 minutes Serves: 5–6 4 cups self-raising flour 1 tablespoon castor sugar Salt and pepper ½ cup sundried tomatoes, chopped 1 cup ham, […]
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A yummy pudding that everyone will love, this banana and chocolate upside down cake by Ntwenhle Gcabashe will be a hit. Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 40 minutes Serves: 8–10 1½ cups self-raising flour 4 bananas, halved ½ cup chocolate chip ½ cup caramel sauce ½ cup castor sugar 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon ½ […]
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Ntwenhle Gcabashe shows you how to make home-made strawberry jam, and it’s easier than you think! Pictures Hema Patel Prep time: 20 minutes Cooking time: 90 minutes Serves: 6–8 2kg fresh strawberries 4 tablespoons (60ml) lemon juice 4½ cups white sugar 1 tablespoon lemon zest ¾ cup (195ml) water Scones, for serving Fresh cream, for […]
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Enjoy this delicious and tangy lemon coconut cake by Ntwenhle Gcabashe Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 45 minutes Serves: 7–8 2 cups self-raising flour 1 teaspoon (5ml) lemon essence ½ cup coconut Pinch salt ½ cup castor sugar 1 cup (250ml) full cream milk 3 eggs ½ cup (125ml) butter, melted Lemon slices, for […]
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No need to leave the house to enjoy a delicious bunny chow with this recipe from Ntwenhle Gcabashe Prep time: 30 minutes Cooking time: 60 minutes Serves: 3–4 3 cups chicken thighs, chopped 1 tablespoon ground cumin 1 tablespoon garam masala 1 teaspoon ground turmeric 1 tablespoon hot curry powder 1 tablespoon ground coriander 4 […]
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Afro rock singer Siphokazi Buti, popularly known as Camagwini, shares her deliciously creamy butter chicken curry recipe. Picture by: Dylan Swart By: Ntwenhle Gcabashe Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 40 minutes Serves: 2–3 2 tablespoons butter, melted 3 garlic cloves, crushed 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated 1 onion, finely chopped 1 tablespoon garam masala […]
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Nothing beats a homemade roast. Keep it simple, yet delicious with this no-fail beer pot roast brisket recipe that is sure to impress the whole family. By Ntwenhle Gcabashe Pictures by Dylan Swart Prep time: 20 minutes Cooking time: 4 hours Serves: 4–5 1½kg brisket 2 cups (500ml) stout beer 3 tablespoons (45ml) oil 4 […]
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You don’t have to eat out to enjoy delicious comforting gnocchi. Ntwenhle Gcabashe shows you how to whip it up at home. Picture Dylan Swart Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 2 minutes Serves: 3 1kg potatoes, cooked and mashed 3 cups cake flour, sifted Handful fresh thyme, chopped 1 egg Salt and pepper Water, […]
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Enjoy this indulgent slow cooked beef shin and rum stew by Ntwenhle Gcabashe Prep time: 20 minutes Cooking time: 3 hours 15 minutes Serves: 4 2kg beef shin ½ cup (125ml) dark rum 2 tablespoons (30ml) oil 2 tablespoons flour 1 onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, sliced 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1 canned tomatoes, chopped […]
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Yummy and ready in a flash, everyone will love these biscuit and cranberry truffles by Ntwenhle Gcabashe Prep time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 10 minutes Serves: 2–3 1 cup Oreo biscuits, crushed ½ cup dried cranberries 1 cup double cream 1 ½ cup white chocolate, chopped 2 tablespoons walnuts, chopped Pinch of salt Coconut, for […]
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Meatballs are great as sandwich fillings, as part of salads and many other meals. Make these delicious creamy meatballs by Ntwenhle Gcabashe in no time. Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 30 minutes Serves: 3–4 3 cups turkey mince meat 2 large apples, grated 1 cup pumpkin seeds 1 cup dried cranberries 1 egg, beaten 1 […]
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