• Take a break from the usual and dive into something hearty and wholesome: Mushroom and masoor dal tikki. Crispy, spiced fritters made with red lentils, mushrooms, fresh herbs, and all the flavour, served with zippy cilantro-mint chutney. Perfect for sharing, dipping, or just going in solo with gusto. Also See: Madumbe, sugar bean and imbuya fritters https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/madumbe-sugar-bean-imbuya-fritters

    What’s more comforting than biting into a toasted cheese sandwich with golden, crunchy bread and cheese that stretches with every bite?   It’s one of those timeless, no-fuss meals that always hits the spot. Most of us grew up spreading softened butter onto our slices of bread before toasting, and truth be told, that already makes a pretty great sandwich. But there’s a secret ingredient sitting in your fridge that takes it from good to unforgettable: mayonnaise.  Try this recipe: Grilled cheese sandwich How to add mayo to your grilled cheese Some swear by butter alone, while others ditch it…

    We love our furry friends, except when their hairs drift and becomes an extra ingredient in our dinner. With the weather warming up now, our furry friends’ coats are starting to shed, making it more difficult to keep rogue hairs out of the kitchen. But fear not, there are ways to deal with it. Small daily habits = major weekly impacts Get ahead of those hairballs before they get ahead of you: Wipe counters before cooking Sweep or vacuum high-traffic areas Use microfibre cloths (dry) to collect most of the shedding Go over areas again with a damp paper towel to…

    Food prep involves washing fruits and veggies, skinning and trimming meats, and generally making sure that what you’re about to cook is free from harmful bacteria or sinewy pieces. But what about one of the ultimate pantry staples: rice? It is not only a healthy food prep step, but also crucial for achieving consistently fluffy rice. Do we really have to? In short: Yes. It might be a common debate in your household (like it is in mine) over whether washing rice follows tradition or adds an extra, potentially unnecessary step to dinner. Washing rice is a crucial food prep…

    Craving something hearty yet fresh? This Chilli con Carne with Avocado Salad delivers the best of both worlds. Simmered beef mince seasoned with taco spices, tomatoes, oregano, and kidney beans creates a comforting and flavour-packed stew, while the cool, zesty avocado salad, tossed with grape tomatoes, red onion, chilli, and coriander, adds a vibrant, refreshing counterpoint. Perfect for a satisfying midweek dinner that doesn’t skimp on taste. Made this chilli con carne with avocado salad? Tag us on Instagram @foodandhomesa Also See: Whole baked cauliflower https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/whole-baked-cauliflower