One pan creamy tomato and spinach chicken

Pan of creamy chicken with tomatoes and parmesan

 

Colourful, creamy and comforting – this is definitely a family friendly one-pan dinner that deserves a place on your weeknight table! Golden, juicy chicken thighs are nestled into a luxurious Parmesan sauce with blistered tomatoes, spinach and a splash of fresh lemon juice. With the first hints of spring in the air, this is a wonderful dinner for the change of season – comforting for cooler evenings, but with plenty of fresh, bright flavours.

 

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Spinach and ricotta stuffed pasta

A tray of stuffed pasta in tomato sauce

 

There are so many wonderful flavours in today’s recipe! In this cosy, vegetarian dish pasta tubes are filled with a creamy ricotta and spinach filling, with added mushrooms, parmesan and a hint of zesty lemon to lift it all. The pasta is then immersed in a lightly spiced tomato sauce and baked to perfection.. and let’s not forget the golden, cheesy mozzarella topping.

 

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Satay chicken tray bake

Easy chicken satay tray bake

 

I absolutely love satay, and can’t believe I haven’t posted a recipe here yet! As we shift into a cooler season, this is an easy, comforting family meal that you can easily prepare during the week. (I’m laughing to myself as I happen to be typing this during an autumn heatwave, but we do anticipate cooler days very soon!)

 

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Aubergine with tahini yoghurt and almonds

Plate of grilled aubergine with yoghurt

 

Every now and then I’ll pop some aubergine on the table at home. I love it, but so far I’ve been unable to get the rest of the family on board with this veggie. If it’s tucked into some moussaka I might just get away with it, but that’s as far as I’ve managed to get!

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Spicy halloumi and veg skewers with creamy chakalaka dip

Heritage Day vegetarian recipe

 

We’re turning up the heat this Heritage Day with a bold and spicy vegetarian braai dish that’s bursting with local flavour. These veggie and halloumi skewers with chakalaka dip are guaranteed to keep your tastebuds happy.

 

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Jacket potatoes with creamy mushroom sauce

Perfectly baked jacket potato with mushroom sauce

 

The other day, I found myself craving a classic baked potato—crisp and golden on the outside, soft and fluffy on the inside. It’s not the prettiest dish, but there’s something deeply comforting about it. Hearty, satisfying, and rich with umami, it’s the perfect vegetarian lunch or dinner for chilly winter days.

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Butternut and feta samoosas

A plate of butternut samoosas with herb yoghurt dipping sauce

 

There’s something irresistible about biting into a perfectly crisp, golden samoosa, and today, I’m sharing my recipe for these delicious veggie samoosas. The filling is a flavourful mix of butternut, rosemary, feta, and peas, brought to life with warming spices. On the side, I’ve prepared a minty yogurt dipping sauce that complements the samoosas beautifully. Samoosas are wildly popular, and whether you’re hosting a crowd for nibbles and drinks or simply craving a comforting snack, this is one recipe you’ll want to try!

 

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Roasted veggie and tomato pesto tart

 

This scrumptious tart is a delightful combination of tastes and textures. Golden, flaky puff pastry is topped with flavourful tomato pesto, a medley of roasted vegetables and melty mozzarella – it’s the perfect union of crunch and flavour. Are you hungry yet?

 

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