Cook steak perfectly

There’s nothing more delicious than a thick cut of prime, juicy steak, cooked perfectly. Here’s your quick guide to cooking steak at home.

Cook asparagus

Asparagus is best when bought in season as they lose flavour and crispness within days after being harvested. Here are some tips on preparing them.

Make potato rosti

This dish can be served as a side or a main depending on how many you make. Serve with cream cheese and a generous helping of fresh salmon. Follow the steps and most of all, enjoy!

How to make koeksisters

Traditional koeksister recipes can have slight variations: some use milk instead of water, others use fresh yeast and there are those who swear by adding cream of tartar to the syrup to give koeksisters that essential crispy exterior. Here’s our favourite version.

How to cook quinoa

We love “keen-wa” – that’s the way you say it – from Peru where it is highly valued as a staple. And rightly so, for it is rich in protein. It’s a complete protein in fact, high in magnesium, a good source of fibre and gluten free. You may think it’s a grain, but it’s actually a seed. It has a wonderful mouthfeel – fluffy and nutty with a bit of bite.

Roast chicken

An eternal favourite, a perfectly roast chicken is actually very easy to do. Here’s the classic way.

Roast pork

Nothing beats the taste of a delicious pork roast, and it’s not difficult to do at all. To cook, proceed as follows.

Make pizza bases

Making your own pizza bases is a great way to keep the kids entertained and into the kitchen. Make a pile of pizza bases and freeze them, then simply whip out of the freezer and add your favourite toppings.

Make pomegranate molasses

Pomegranate molasses is delicious with roast lamb, whisked into salad dressings or drizzled over roast vegetables.

Make the perfect barbecue sauce

Making your own braai/barbecue sauce to baste ribs, chops or steak is really worthwhile. Here is Abigail’s home-made sauce that works every time.

Make wheat- and dairy-free white sauce

This is a novel method of making a flavourful white sauce without the flour.

How to cook butternut

Butternut is one of the most beloved members of the Cucurbitaceae family. It deserves a bit more than simply butter and sugar. Here are some easy ideas.