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Watermelon poached pears with sabayon The flavour combinations ·         6 pears, peeled and cored ·         1L watermelon juice ·         1 vanilla pod, split ·         200g (1 cup) sugar ·         4 egg yolks ·         60ml (¼ cup) castor sugar ·         125ml (½ cup) sparkling wine     Watermelon poached pears with sabayon How to do it … Read more

Vanilla and rose mini cakes Vanilla and rose mini cakes The flavour combinations sponge ·         250g butter ·         250g castor sugar ·         5ml (1tsp) vanilla extract ·         4 extra large eggs ·         250g cake flour ·         7ml baking powder ·         pinch of salt ·         60ml (¼ cup) milk Icing ·         125g butter ·         500g icing … Read more

Hubbard squash is always a good indicator that cold weather is on its way Hubbard squash profiteroles with creamy mushrooms The largest of the winter squash, hubbards are often cut up and sold in chunks because of their size. Their hard skin means they store well though–up to six months if the temperature is low … Read more

Rum flambéed prawns with tamarind and caramel dip Rum flambéed prawns with tamarind and caramel dip The flavour combinations tamarind and caramel dip ·         120g brown sugar ·         150g smooth seedless tamarind paste ·         175ml coconut milk ·         25ml fish sauce ·         2,5ml (½ tsp) fresh chilli, chopped + extra, to serve ·         18 jumbo … Read more

White fish with rum and currant cream The flavour combinations ·         1,2kg fresh white firm-fleshed fish, like sea bass, yellowtail or red roman ·         10ml (2 tsp) fresh thyme leaves + extra, to serve ·         25g butter ·         25ml olive oil ·         2 strips lemon peel ·         70g (½ cup) currants ·         125ml (½ cup) … Read more

Vanilla and rum roasted bananas with coconut custard The flavour combinations ·         12 medium bananas, unpeeled ·         170g (1 cup) soft brown sugar ·         90g butter ·         Juice of ½ lemon ·         2 vanilla pods, split and seeds removed ·         175ml dark rum ·         Pinch of sea salt flakes ·         500ml (2 cups) coconut cream … Read more

Seared duck with rum, litchis and Javanese pepper Seared duck with rum, litchis and Javanese pepper The flavour combinations ·         6 medium duck breasts, skin on ·         2 – 3 Javanese peppercorns or 5ml (1 tsp) mixed peppercorns, crushed ·         125ml (½ cup) dark rum ·         25ml raw or soft brown sugar ·         5ml (1 … Read more

Cardamom and ginger-spiced mandarin and semolina cake An amazingly easy cake that has so many levels of flavour. It can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature Cardamom and ginger-spiced mandarin and semolina cake The flavour combinations citrus syrup ·         100g (½ cup) sugar ·         15ml (1 tbsp) fresh lemon juice ·         30ml (2 tbsp) … Read more

Roasted quail with cranberry and pistachio stuffing and a honey and mandarin glaze Quails are tiny little birds – for lighter eaters you can get away with 1 quail per person but otherwise it is best to serve 2 quails each Roasted quail with cranberry and pistachio stuffing and a honey and mandarin glaze The … Read more

Mandarin and cherry tart with cinnamon and vanilla custard These are easy to bake and the rustic look is perfect for those who are a little nervous when it comes to baking tarts. The more rustic it looks, the better! The flavour combinations custard – makes 1L ·         500ml (2 cups) fresh cream ·         500ml … Read more

Maple-roasted mandarin and biltong salad The sweetness of the mandarins against the salty biltong and peppery rocket is a match made in culinary heaven Maple-roasted mandarin and biltong salad The flavour combinations ·         2 mandarins, peeled, but kept whole ·         45ml (3 tbsp) maple syrup ·         Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste ·         … Read more

Sticky five spice duck and water chestnut steamed buns Sticky five spice duck and water chestnut steamed buns The flavour combinations dough ·         240g (2 cups) cake flour ·         12,5ml (2½ tsp) baking powder ·         30ml (2 tbsp) castor sugar ·         5ml (1 tsp) salt ·         180ml (¾ cup) warm water ·         30ml (2 tbsp) … Read more

Sweet saffron roast tomatoes with labneh Sweet saffron roast tomatoes with labneh ·         1 hour + overnight draining ·         Serves 6 ·         Easy Ingredient •       Plum tomatoes 18 •       Olive oil •       Harissa 2 tsp •       Saffron a good pinch, plus more to serve •       Golden caster sugar ½ tbsp •       Arab flatbread to serve … Read more

Sicilian artichoke and broad bean salad Sicilian artichoke and broad bean salad ·         30 minutes + soaking ·         Serves 4 ·         Easy Ingredient •       Raisins 30g •       Lemon juice 1½ tbsp •       White balsamic vinegar ½ tbsp •       Saffron good pinch •       Runny honey 1 tsp •       Extra-virgin olive oil •       Tinned artichoke hearts 175g, … Read more

Pilaf of mixed grains, sweet potato and fennel with avocado cream Pilaf of mixed grains, sweet potato and fennel with avocado cream ·         1 hour ·         Serves 4 ·         Easy Ingredient •       Sweet potatoes 500g, peeled and cut into chunks •       Olive oil •       Balsamic vinegar 1½ tbsp •       Fennel bulbs 2 small, cut into … Read more

Make summer veg the star of the show in these healthy and delicious veggie mains Spring barley couscous with harissa and butermilk sauce Spring barley couscous with harissa and butermilk sauce ·         40 minutes ·         Serves 4 ·         Easy Ingredient ·         Podded broad beans 200g ·         Barley couscous 300g ·         Extra-virgin olive oil ·         Lemon … Read more

Grilled Harissa Chicken  ·         Serves 4. Ingredients ·         Chicken Boneless/Skinless Chicken Breasts Plain Greek yogurt •       4 5- to 6-oz boneless, skinless chicken breasts •       Kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper, to taste •       1 cup reduced-fat plain Greek yogurt •       ¼ cup harissa sauce •       1 tbsp paprika •       2 tsp lemon zest … Read more

Cauliflower Crust Pizza ·         Serves 2 Cauliflower Crust Pizza Ingredients ·         1 cup cooked, riced cauliflower ·         1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese ·         1 egg, beaten ·         1 tsp dried oregano ·         ½ tsp crushed garlic ·         ½ tsp garlic salt ·         Olive oil (optional) ·         Pizza sauce, shredded cheese and choice of your toppings* … Read more

Chicken, Lime And Peanut Salad ·         Serves 4   Chicken, Lime And Peanut Salad Ingredients ·         ¼ cup lime juice ·         20g grated ginger ·         800g chicken fillets ·         240g carrots ·         ½ cup fresh coriander leaves ·         4 green onions sliced thinly ·         35g coarsely chopped peanuts Dressing ·         1 tbsp fish sauce ·         … Read more

You’ll hear it again and again, success boils down to the preparation and planning you put into your nutrition. Real fitness girls are made in the kitchen, not the gym. Ward off the winter cold and the additional kilos with our hearty healthy recipes – all the comfort of winter foods without the guilt. Black … Read more