Autumn

Curried Eggs
  • Time: 35 min
  • Complexity: medium
  • Origin: Indian

Curried Eggs

This is a Van der Merwe family favourite. This is a mild curry.  Chilli can added to make stronger curry. This amount of suce should be enough for a about 12 -14 eggs.
Minestrone
  • Time: 45 min. cooking time
  • Complexity: very easy
  • Origin: Italy

Minestrone

An easy, yet delicious, soup which can be made in a short time with simple, inexpensive ingredients. 
Apple tart
  • Time: 45 min.
  • Complexity: easy
  • Origin: Afrikaans

Apple tart

A delicious cake type apple tart drenched in a rich sweet syrup.  Quick and easy for a dessert or tea time treat
Brownies

Brownies

Quick and easy, yet rich and moist!  Don't pass this one by.
Ratatouille
  • Time: 45 min.
  • Complexity: easy
  • Origin: France

Ratatouille

A southern Aftrican twist to a simple yet versatile vegetable dish originally from the country of France.
Mixed Garden Salad
  • Time: 20 min.
  • Complexity: very easy
  • Origin: Afrikaans

Mixed Garden Salad

A delightful salad that serves well as side dish with pasta dishes, or could be served as a starter.  ingredients could be altered according to the season.
Sweet and Spicy Chicken Wings

Sweet and Spicy Chicken Wings

Sweet and spicy chicken wings make a great starter or snack.  Good choice for a finger buffet. Very easy to prepare and not at all labour intensive for a buffet.
Spicy Fish Balls

Spicy Fish Balls

Great snack or for a finger meal.  It takes a little effort but worth your time.
Grilled fish with avocado salsa

Grilled fish with avocado salsa

Any type of fish, filleted or whole, may be used in this recipe. This salsa also goes well with grilled or braaied chicken.
Fish in spicy tomato

Fish in spicy tomato

This is so delicious you won’t even miss the fat.
Serve with almost fat-free chips.
Almost fat-free chips
  • Time: 30-40 minute baking time
  • Complexity: very easy

Almost fat-free chips

Serve with your favorite meal for a healthy alternative.
Tomato Chutney
  • Time: 1 hour 15 min
  • Complexity: easy
  • Origin: Afrikaans

Tomato Chutney

Serve with braaied meat and pap, or on cheese sandwiches. Compliment many other meals.  Stores for six months, in a cool, dark place. Refrigerate after opening.
Lemon Meringue Pie
  • Time: 1 hour
  • Complexity: easy
  • Origin: Afrikaans

Lemon Meringue Pie

Delight your friends with this melt-in-your mouth dessert which is easy to make.
 Cinnamon & Vanilla Custard pots

Cinnamon & Vanilla Custard pots

Custard needs gentle cooking to achieve a smooth and creamy texture. This cooking method – in dishes set in water – ensures slow, even cooking and a pleasingly perfect result. A French classic with a 'milk tart' twist.
Beef and broccoli stir-fry
  • Time: 10 min cooking time
  • Complexity: very easy
  • Origin: Asian

Beef and broccoli stir-fry

Don’t be put off by the list of ingredients – with good preparation this meal will be ready in minutes.