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This soup recipe by Heleen Meyer is a winter winner! Why? Because it’s a filling meal-in-one that will warm you up on a cold winter’s night. The barley thickens the soup and gives it a lovely creaminess. Remember that barley is a grain containing quite a bit of starch, which makes the soup extra filling. No bread is needed with this hearty soup, but that’s a matter of preference. Heleen […]
Flamboyant family food! Mexican food is a vibrant celebration of textures, bold flavours and bright colours. It’s the kind of food that brings family and friends together, sharing all the lovely aromas. Mexican food is typically served in an array of plates and bowls perfect for everyone around the table to share and help themselves. This recipe perfectly captures this warm style of eating with the variety of accompaniments used. […]
Do you know your blood type? There’s a good chance that you don’t. There are compelling health reasons why you should know, especially when it comes to your heart. Research suggests that people with certain blood types — namely A and B — are at higher risk of developing blood clots and having attacks and strokes. “We think about blood type a lot when we think about transfusions,” says Robert […]
This upside-down tart always looks impressive and is not difficult to make. The homemade pastry is less delicate compared to some other shortcrust pastries, so not much can go wrong. The last step in the method may look a bit strange, but remember, it is an upside-down tart, so it needs to be turned over. Just read the recipe carefully to follow the instructions. Caramelised onion & pecorino tart So, […]
Written by Alison Gwinn Not all processed foods are alike. Not all fall into the “junk food” category. According to the Department of Agriculture, (USA) processed foods are any raw agricultural commodities that have been altered from their original state. That can include cutting, drying, freezing, pasteurising or packaging. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics places these foods on a continuum, says Nancy Farrell Allen, an Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics […]
Most South Africans will now need to work until they are 80 to retire comfortably. This was revealed by Sanlam Corporate’s study based on over 300,000 Sanlam Umbrella Fund members, demographic trends, actuarial data, and economic factors affecting the country’s retirement outcomes. “Our internal member data indicates that while 65 remains the official retirement age, the majority of South Africans cannot afford to retire at this age,” said Sanlam Corporate […]
Heleen Meyer shows us how to make the most of carrots. The naturally sweet flavour of carrots allows you to do so many things with them, whether they are raw or cooked. You can boil, blanch, stir-fry, roast and even bake with them. Grated carrots are fabulous to add that natural sweetness and bulk to a fish cake or meatball mixture, mince or soups and even a slaw. Add thick […]
When Heleen Meyer started working on her recipe book Make five (Maak vyf), this was one of her first recipes she knew she would definitely want to share with readers. The focus of the book is to give readers five ideas for everyday ingredients, like butternut, mushrooms, tomatoes, citrus and more. Many people love butternut, but admit that they get stuck in their way of preparing it. Adding something sweet to […]
Chicken remains a popular and more affordable protein. It is however one ingredient that a lot of people have questions about, especially when it comes to the best way to safely handle chicken. Here are Heleen’s tips when HANDLING CHICKEN - Always wash your hands with hot soapy water before and after handling chicken. - Use a clean chopping board and knife. Make sure to wash both thoroughly afterward to avoid cross-contamination with other ingredients. - It’s not necessary to wash raw chicken as it can spread bacteria to the […]
