Mug brownie

Make this mug brownie in the microwave. It takes just six minutes to make – perfect for a speedy dessert for one when you crave a sweet treat

Paneer & chickpea pulao

Make pulao – a quick, simple rice dish – extra special by adding paneer and chickpeas

Parsley sauce

Serve this versatile sauce with fish, or use it in a pie filling. It keeps in the fridge for a couple of days, or frozen for up to a month

Ginger shots

Start the day with punchy, refreshing ginger juice. Save money by making your own using fresh ginger, apple and lemon juice

Boerie roll

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims/non-pork eaters.

Try this a Southern African version of a meaty beef hot dog. It has a coarse texture a little like a burger, but in the shape of a sausage

Persian spinach & onion fried eggs (nargesi-e esfenaj)

Make this Persian-inspired dish with spinach, onions and eggs for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Serve with bread for dipping into the yolks

Sushi-style salmon & avocado rice

This dish is a home-style way of serving sushi

Healthy pesto eggs on toast

Try a speedy, low-fat pesto as a delicious alternative to oil for frying eggs – it adds great flavour to the dish, too, to make a perfect brunch or lunch

Caprese sandwich

Load slices of focaccia with pesto, mozzarella, rocket, red onion and tomato. They’re a perfect sandwich for feeding a crowd in a picnic.

Smoky chicken, bean & kale stew

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims/non-pork eaters.

Enjoy this chicken, bean and kale one-pot for a hearty family stew with a smoky paprika flavour. Serve with some crusty garlic bread to soak up the juices