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French Onion Soup

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Dinners
Hearty Meals
  • 4 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme (or ½ tsp dried)
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 4 cups beef broth (or vegetable broth for a lighter version)
  • 1 cup dry white wine (optional, can replace with broth)
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 6 slices French baguette (about 1-inch thick)
  • 1 ½ cups grated Gruyère cheese (or Swiss cheese)
  • Spinach Soup

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    Lunch
    Health & Wellness
    Main Course
    • 500g fresh spinach, washed and chopped (or 300g frozen spinach)
    • 1 medium onion, chopped
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
    • 1 medium potato, peeled and diced (for creaminess)
    • 1 ½ cups vegetable broth or chicken broth
    • 1 cup milk or cream (optional for extra creaminess)
    • 1 tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
    • Salt and pepper, to taste
    • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

    Creamy Mushroom Soup

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    Lunch
    Main Course
    Dinners
  • 500g fresh mushrooms, sliced (button or a mix of wild mushrooms)
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 ½ cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream or whole milk (for a lighter version)
  • 2 tsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp flour (optional, for thicker consistency)
  • Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
  • Mealie Cake

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    Side Dishes
    Breads
  • 1 ½ cups fresh mealies (sweetcorn) or use canned (drained)
  • 1 cup cake flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp ground black pepper
  • 2 eggs
  • ¾ cup milk
  • 1 tbsp butter, melted
  • 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
  • 2 tbsp chopped spring onions (optional)
  • 1 tbsp sugar (optional, for a sweeter version)
  • Gourmet Boerewors Braaibroodjie with Homemade Chakalaka

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    Meat
    Lunch
    Hearty Meals
    Proudly South African
    • 4 large boerewors coils (about 100g each, cooked & cut to size)
    • 8 slices of thick white bread or sourdough
    • 2 cups grated cheddar or mature gouda
    • 1 red onion, thinly sliced
    • Butter, for spreading
    • Optional: tomato slices or pickled jalapeños
    • 1 tbsp oil
    • 1 small onion, chopped
    • 1 green pepper, chopped
    • 1 carrot, grated
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1 tsp curry powder
    • 1 tsp paprika
    • 1/4 tsp chili flakes (optional)
    • 1 can (400g) baked beans in tomato sauce
    • Salt and pepper, to taste

    Pork Liver With Onions

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    Main Course
    Dinners
  • 500g pork liver, cleaned and sliced
  • 2 tbsp oil (sunflower or canola)
  • 2 large onions, sliced into rings
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp paprika (optional)
  • 1/2 cup beef stock or water
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp vinegar or a squeeze of lemon juice (helps tenderize)
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
  • Chicken & Orange Salad

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    Lunch
    Health & Wellness
    • 2 chicken breasts, grilled or pan-fried
    • 2 oranges, peeled and segmented
    • 4 cups mixed salad greens (like rocket, spinach, and lettuce)
    • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
    • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
    • 1/4 cup walnuts or almonds, toasted
    • 1/2 cucumber, sliced
    • Optional: avocado slices for extra creaminess
    • 2 tbsp olive oil
    • 1 tbsp orange juice (freshly squeezed)
    • 1 tsp honey
    • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
    • Salt and pepper, to taste

    Grilled Hake & Vegetables

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    Lunch
    Health & Wellness
    Main Course
    • 2–4 hake fillets (fresh or thawed if frozen)
    • 2 tbsp olive oil
    • 1 tbsp lemon juice
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1 tsp paprika
    • 1/2 tsp dried thyme or mixed herbs
    • Salt and pepper, to taste
    • Lemon wedges, for serving
    • 1 zucchini, sliced
    • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
    • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
    • 1 small red onion, cut into chunks
    • 1 tbsp olive oil
    • Salt, pepper, and a pinch of dried oregano

    All Bran Muffins

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    Health & Wellness
    Desserts
  • 1 1/2 cups All Bran cereal (or any bran flakes)
  • 1 1/4 cups buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup raisins or dried cranberries (optional)
  • 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional, such as walnuts or almonds)
  • Marie Biscuit Brownies

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    Desserts
    Something Sweet
    • 200g Marie biscuits (or any plain tea biscuits)
    • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
    • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
    • 1 cup granulated sugar
    • 2 large eggs
    • 1 tsp vanilla extract
    • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
    • 1/4 tsp baking powder
    • 1/4 tsp salt
    • 100g dark chocolate or semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
    • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
    • 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional, for added sweetness)

    Chickpea and Spinach Curry with Homemade Garlic Naan

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    Indian Meals
    Main Course
    Hearty Meals
    Dinners
  • 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1/2 cup warm water (110°F/45°C)
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 cup plain yogurt
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 2 tbsp butter, melted
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • Chakalaka Bread

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    Side Dishes
    Proudly South African
    Breads
    • 3 cups all-purpose flour
    • 2 tsp instant dry yeast
    • 1 tsp salt
    • 1 tbsp sugar
    • 1 cup warm water
    • 2 tbsp oil (vegetable or olive)
    • 1 tbsp oil
    • 1 small onion, chopped
    • 1 garlic clove, minced
    • 1 carrot, grated
    • 1 green pepper, chopped
    • 1 tsp curry powder
    • ½ tsp paprika
    • 1 cup baked beans in tomato sauce
    • Salt and pepper, to taste
    • Fresh coriander, for garnish (optional)