VEGETARIAN

Chakalaka Rice

Chakalaka Rice

Chakalaka RiceIngredientsServes 4 1 cup Spekko Basmati Rice2 cups boiling water2 Tbs olive oil1 onion, chopped1/2 red pepper, diced1/2 green pepper, diced1 Tbs chopped garlic2 tsp chopped gingerPinch chilli flakes3 Tbs curry powder2 carrots, grated2 1/2 cups vegetable...

Iphalishi with Roasted Plums

Iphalishi with Roasted Plums

Iphalishi with Roasted PlumsIngredientsServes 4 For the plums: 4 ripe plums, halved 1 Tbs juniper berries 2 star anise 4 Tbs honey 1/4 cup water 3 cups water For iphalishi: 1 tsp salt 1 cup milk 1 cup maize mealInstructionsPreheat oven to 180c Place halved plums,...

Chipotle Cauliflower, Bean & Maize Rice Bowl

Chipotle Cauliflower, Bean & Maize Rice Bowl

Chipotle Cauliflower, Bean & Maize Rice Bowl IngredientsServes 4 For the cauliflower: 2 Tbs olive oil 2 tsp chopped garlic 350g cauliflower florets 1/4 cup water 1/2 cup chipotle sauce 2 Tbs honey Salt and pepper For the maize Rice: 1 cup mealie rice Water 1/2 tsp...

Cheesy Stuffed Potatoes

Cheesy Stuffed Potatoes

Cheesy Stuffed Potatoes IngredientsServes 4 4 medium potatoes Salt and pepper 1 tub (250ml) sour cream 150g strong cheddar, grated 2 spring onions, chopped Salt and pepper Chilli to taste (optional)InstructionsWash potatoes, then prick with a fork. Place in the...

Beetroot with Peppadew & Balsamic Dressing

Beetroot with Peppadew & Balsamic Dressing

Beetroot with Peppadew & Balsamic DressingIngredientsServes 4-6 1kg beetroot 1.5 L water Pinch salt 6 peppadews, finely chopped (plus 2 Tbs of the peppadew preserving liquid) 1 tsp Dijon mustard 3 Tbs honey 4 Tbs balsamic vinegar 1/4 cup Extra Virgin olive oil Salt...

Crispy Brie with Sweet & Sour Tomatoes

Crispy Brie with Sweet & Sour Tomatoes

SangriaIngredientsServes 2-4 1 small wheel of Brie (or use Camembert)1 egg, beaten1/2 cup breadcrumbs1 Tbs Zola’s Feasts Spice MixCanola oil for shallow frying For the Tomatoes1 tsp sugar2 Tbs white wine vinegarPinch salt1/2 punnet cherry tomatoes, quartered...

SPINACH & MUSHROOM PHYLLO TART

SPINACH & MUSHROOM PHYLLO TART

SPINACH & MUSHROOM PHYLLO TART with MARINATED TOMATOES IngredientsServes 4-6 For the tart:1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil2 rosemary sprigs1 garlic clove, chopped2 Tbs olive oil250g sliced mushrooms2 Tbs Zola’s Feast Flavourbomb Spice Mix400g chopped spinach250g...

Roti

Roti

RotiIngredientsMakes 12 4 cups cake flour 1.5 Tbs salt 1 Tbs canola oil Approximately 2 cups boiling water 100g salted butter, melted and slightly cooledInstructionsMix together flour and salt, add oil and 1 cup boiling water, then mix. Add more water, a little at a...

CHEESY RICE STUFFED MUSHROOMS

CHEESY RICE STUFFED MUSHROOMS

CHEESY RICE STUFFED MUSHROOMSIngredientsServes 4 4 Portobello Mushrooms Salt and pepper 2 Tbs olive oil 2 cups cooked rice 100g Cheddar cheese, grated 125g Cream cheese 2 tsp chopped garlic 3 Tbs chopped coriander 1 Tbs chopped thymeInstructionsPreheat oven to 180C...

Cheese Melt Garlic Bread

Cheese Melt Garlic Bread

Cheese Melt Garlic BreadIngredientsMakes 1 loaf 1 French baguette 1 tub LANCEWOOD Cheese Melt Cheddar Flavour 2-4 cloves garlic, finely minced Handful fresh parsley, chopped 50g butter, meltedInstructionsCut slices into the baguette, making sure not to cut all the way...

Grilled Corn & Cheese Pap

Grilled Corn & Cheese Pap

Grilled Corn & Cheese PapIngredientsServes 4-6 1.5 cups maize meal 3 cups water 1 tsp salt 1 cup corn kernels 1 cup grated cheddar cheese 2 Tbs olive oilInstructionsMix maize meal with 1 cup water. Place the remaining 2 cups water into a pot, along with the salt, then...

BBQ Cheese melt grilled corn

BBQ Cheese melt grilled corn

BBQ Cheese Melt grilled cornIngredientsServes 6 6 corn on the cob 1/4 cup olive oil Pinch dried chilli flakes Salt and pepper 1 tub LANCEWOOD Cheese Melt BBQ flavour 3 spring onions, slicedInstructionsMix together olive oil, chilli flakes and seasoning, then brush...

Microwave Sweetcorn & Cheddar Risotto

Microwave Sweetcorn & Cheddar Risotto

Microwave Sweetcorn & Cheddar Risotto IngredientsServes 4 1 Tbs olive oil 20g butter 1 onion, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, finely crushed 2 tsp chopped thyme 1 1/2 cups Arborio/Risotto Rice 4 cups vegetable stock 1 tin creamed sweetcorn 100g mature cheddar, grated...

Mushroom & Onion Pastry Slice

Mushroom & Onion Pastry Slice

Mushroom & Onion Pastry SliceIngredientsServes 6-8 For the pastry: 3x 250g puff pastry sheets 1 egg, beaten Salt and pepper For the Mushrooms: 2 Tbs olive oil 600g brown mushrooms, cut into chunks 1 Tbs fresh thyme 1 garlic clove, finely chopped 2 spring onions,...

Mushroom Risotto

Mushroom Risotto

Mushroom RisottoIngredientsServes 4-6 Handful dried mushrooms 1 cup boiling water 2 Tbs olive oil 1 onion, finely diced 1 tsp chopped thyme 1 1/2 cups risotto rice (Arborio) 100ml white wine 4 cups hot vegetable stock 100g pecorino cheese, grated Salt and pepper to...

Isitambu (Samp & Beans)

Isitambu (Samp & Beans)

Isitambu (Samp & Beans)IngredientsServes 6-8 4 cups dried samp 1 ½ cups dried sugar beans 3 bay leaves 4 sprigs thyme 1 vegetable stock cube (optional) 50g salted butter Salt to tasteInstructionsPlace the dried samp and beans into a bowl, then cover with cold water...

Jalapeno Poppers

Jalapeno Poppers

Jalapeno PoppersIngredientsServes 4 500g Lancewood cream cheese 1/2 cup finely grated Lancewood cheddar cheese 1/2 cup finely grated Mozzarella 1 tsp Ground black pepper 16 large whole pickled jalapeno peppers with the stems still attached For the batter: 100 g cake...

Leafy Rice Parcels

Leafy Rice Parcels

Leafy Rice ParcelsIngredientsServes 4 2 cups cooked rice ¼ cup chopped parsley ¼ cup basil pesto ½ cup pine nuts Salt and pepper 3 large bunches of Kale or Swiss Chard, stalks removed 2 cups tomato juice 1 cup cheddar cheeseInstructionsPreheat oven to 180C. Mix...

Green Salad

Green Salad

Green SaladIngredientsServes 4 200g tenderstem broccoli, blanched 100g peas, blanched 2 large handfuls baby spinach 1 fennel bulb, thinly sliced 2 Courgettes, sliced into ribbons 1 avocado Dressing: 2 spring onions, finely chopped 1 Tbs chopped fresh mint 2 tsp grain...

Imfino

Imfino

ImfinoIngredientsServes 4 1 large bunch Swiss Chard/Spinach 3 Tbs olive oil 1 garlic clove, crushed ½ tsp dried chilli flakes Salt and pepperInstructionsWash the greens well in clean water, then cut the stalks carefully to remove from the leaves. Slice the stalks into...

Creamy Samp

Creamy Samp

Creamy SampIngredientsServes 4 2 cups dried samp 2 cups boiling Water for soaking 2 bay leaves Pinch Saffron (optional) or substitute with Pinch turmeric Cold Water 60ml single cream Salt to tasteInstructionsPlace the samp into a bowl, then pour over the boiling water...

Cumin Scented Carrot Soup

Cumin Scented Carrot Soup

Cumin Scented Carrot SoupIngredientsServes 4 1 onion, peeled and roughly chopped 2kg carrots, peeled and roughly chopped 2 Tbs cumin seeds 1 tsp dried chilli flakes 2 Tbs olive oil Salt and pepper 1 garlic bulb 500ml vegetable stock 250ml coconut milk 15g fresh...

Creamy Brussel Sprouts

Creamy Brussel Sprouts

Creamy Brussel SproutsIngredientsServes 4-6 2 Tbs olive oil 1 onion, sliced 1 tsp cumin seeds Pinch dried chilli flakes 1 Tbs crushed garlic 600g Brussels sprouts, halved 1 cup water 1/2 cup fresh cream Salt and pepper to tasteInstructionsHeat olive oil in a pan, then...

Creamy Oats with Honey Roasted Plums

Creamy Oats with Honey Roasted Plums

Creamy Oats with Honey Roasted PlumsIngredientsServes 4 For the plums: 6 ripe plums, halved 4 Tbs honey 1 orange, Juiced For the Oats: 2 cups milk 1 cup water ¼ tsp salt 1/4 cup sugar (or to taste) 1 ½ cups Rolled OatsInstructionsPreheat the oven to 180C. Place the...

Creamy Rice Pudding with Roasted Naartjies

Creamy Rice Pudding with Roasted Naartjies

Creamy Rice Pudding with Roasted NaartjiesIngredientsServes 4 250g Jasmine rice, rinsed 500ml Full Cream milk 100g sugar 250ml cream 2 tsp vanilla paste Roasted naartjies: 4 seedless naartjies, peeled 4 Tbs sugar ¼ cup water Topping: 100g toasted flaked...

Cous Cous, Butternut & Broccoli Bowl

Cous Cous, Butternut & Broccoli Bowl

Cous Cous, Butternut & Broccoli BowlIngredientsServes 1 For the butternut: 1,5 cups butternut chunks Salt and pepper Pinch dried chilli flakes 1 Tbs olive oil For the cous cous: 50ml Serena Whole-wheat cous cous 50ml hot water Salt and pepper 5ml wholegrain mustard...

Chakalaka

Chakalaka

ChakalakaIngredientsServes 4 2 Tbs oil 1 onion, diced 1/2 red pepper, diced 1/2 yellow pepper 1/2 green pepper 2 garlic cloves, chopped 1 Tbs grated fresh ginger Chopped fresh chilli, to taste 1 Tbs curry powder 2 carrots, grated 1 tin baked beans 1/2 cup water Salt...

Cheese Fondue 2

Cheese Fondue 2

Cheese Fondue 2IngredientsServes 4-6 300g Lancewood Cheddar, grated 4 Tbs flour 1 large garlic clove 1+3/4 cup Nederburg Winemaster’s Reserve Sauvignon Blanc 1/4 tsp freshly grated nutmeg For dipping: Toasted ciabatta bread cubes Carrot sticks Cherry...

Cheese Fondue

Cheese Fondue

Cheese FondueIngredients300g Gruyere cheese, grated 4 Tbs flour 1 large garlic clove 1 3/4 cup dry white wine 1/4 tsp freshly grated nutmeg Splash of Kirsch (optional) For dipping: Toasted ciabatta bread cubes Carrot sticks Cherry Tomatoes Cooked chipolata...

Caramelized Tomato & Ricotta Crostini

Caramelized Tomato & Ricotta Crostini

Caramelized Tomato & Ricotta CrostiniIngredientsServes 6-8 For the tomatoes: 4 Tbs sugar 6 Heirloom/salad tomatoes, halved 2 Tbs fresh thyme ¼ cup balsamic vinegar Salt and pepper To serve: 1 loaf ciabatta, sliced and toasted 6Tbs basil Pesto 200g ricotta cheese Micro...

Ikabishi namaZambane

Ikabishi namaZambane

Ikabishi namaZambane (Cabbage & Potatoes)IngredientsServes 4 2 Tbs oil 1 onion, sliced 1 tsp chopped garlic 1 Tbs curry powder 2 potatoes, peeled and chopped 1 veg stock cube 1.5 cups hot water 1/2 head white cabbage, choppedInstructionsFry onion in oil until soft,...

Green Eggs

Green Eggs

Green EggsIngredientsServes 4 1 Tbs olive oil 1 garlic clove, finely chopped 2 cups chopped spinach 1 tomato, chopped Salt and pepper ½ cup cream 4 eggs 1/4 cup grated cheese 2 Tbs mixed seeds, toastedInstructionsHeat oil in a pan, then add garlic and sauté for a...

Spinach & Feta Egg Roulade with Herb Tomatoes

Spinach & Feta Egg Roulade with Herb Tomatoes

Spinach & Feta Egg Roulade with Herb TomatoesIngredientsServes 4 6 large eggs 4 Tbs milk Salt & pepper 2 Tbs olive oil 1/2 tsp chilli flakes 400g chopped spinach 200g feta 250g cherry tomatoes, quartered 2 Tbs each fresh chopped mint & corianderInstructionsPreheat...

UPHUTHU [Crumbly Pap]

UPHUTHU [Crumbly Pap]

UPHUTHU [Crumbly Pap]IngredientsServes 4 1.5 cups cup water 1 tsp salt 4 cups mealie mealInstructionsPlace water and salt in a large pot and bring to the boil. When boiling, pour in the mealie meal, all at once, then stir well to mix (I use the handle of a wooden...

Mealie Rice [Maize Rice] Salad

Mealie Rice [Maize Rice] Salad

Mealie Rice [Maize Rice] SaladIngredientsServes 4 1 cup mealie riceWater1/2 tsp Salt1 tsp wholegrain mustard2 spring onions, choppedJuice of 1 lemon1 Tbs honey2 Tbs chopped fresh coriander4 Tbs olive oil125g cherry tomatoes, chopped1 cup chopped cucumberSalt and...

Brown-Butter Cauliflower Cheese

Brown-Butter Cauliflower Cheese

Brown-Butter Cauliflower CheeseIngredientsServes 6 - 8 100g butter 1/4 cup flour 3 cups of milk 200g grated cheese (100g mature cheddar + 100g mozzarella) Salt & pepper 1 head cauliflower, cut into floretsInstructionsPlace butter in a saucepan. Melt over medium heat,...

Aubergine Crisps

Aubergine Crisps

Aubergine CrispsIngredientsServes 1  1 large aubergine 1 cup cornflour (use tapioca flour if Banting) Salt and pepper 1 tsp cayenne Coconut oil for FryingInstructionsSlice the aubergine as thinly as possible using a sharp knife or mandolin. In a bowl, place the...

Aubergine, Pepper and Butternut Cake

Aubergine, Pepper and Butternut Cake

Aubergine, Pepper and Butternut CakeIngredientsServes 6-8 4 large aubergines 200g butternut, steamed Salt and pepper 245g jar pickled/roasted peppers 250g cottage cheese 100g basil pesto 200g sweet potato, steamedInstructionsSlice the aubergines thinly, lengthways,...