Royco’s tomato and basil pasta
The Italians taught us the winning combo of tomato and basil, now Royco has perfected the flavour in their ready-made sauce mix. Let's dig in!
Ribollita
Ribollita
This Italian veggie and bean soup is hearty and filling - perfect for a nutrient-dense meatless Monday that won’t leave you missing the meat. It’s also a lovely way to use up stale bread or bread crusts.
Jamie's Italian
Fine Italian dining, at Jamie’s Italian South Africa
When word first got out that the man himself, Jamie Oliver, would be opening a branch of Jamie’s Italian in South Africa, foodies and non-foodies alike could barely contain their excitement. Besides being a celebrated cookbook author, having his own television show and selling a range of kitchen- and cookware, Oliver can also proudly boast the vast popularity of his restaurant, now reaching 19 countries across the globe.
Stuffed tomatoes
Pesto power! 5 things we bet you didn’t know
Pesto is a favourite ingredient in my kitchen. I always have some on hand to add flavour to some of the blander dishes I take to work for lunch in my attempts to eat more healthily. It does absolute wonders for my go-to chicken, broccoli and brown rice. And with all the new options available, from red pepper pesto to sun-dried tomato and feta pesto, it is not only flavourful, but boasts a host of nutrients too. So since I love it so much, I thought I’d share a few quick-fire facts I know you’ll love, plus a few of our yummiest pesto recipes.
Gnocchi with spinach, cream cheese and brown butter
Gnocchi with spinach, cream cheese and brown butter
Pronounced ‘nyoki’, these little Italian dumplings are eaten like pasta. Depending on the region, they can be made with flour, potatoes, semolina, breadcrumbs or even ricotta. There is also nothing like the taste of brown butter; add in some cream cheese and you have mouth-watering, budget-friendly, meat-free meal.
Arancini
Arancini
These Italian, stuffed rice balls are coated in breadcrumbs and then fried. They get their name because they look like little oranges which are called ‘arance’ in Italian. And we can guarantee they will be a hit as a bar snack at your next social do.
Tomato risotto with gremolata
Tomato risotto with gremolata
Never fear the ‘death dish’ with MyKitchen around to help you out. This tomato risotto is light and fresh, making it perfect for summer, and meat-free Monday, of course.
Watermelon granita
Katlego Mlambo’s watermelon granita
Did you know that granita is more than just a refreshing summer treat? It’s a traditional Italian frozen dessert typically made from sugar, water and various flavourings. This recipe takes advantage of the seasons flavours with fresh watermelon.
Caprese quinoa
Meat-free Monday: Caprese quinoa salad
Caprese: The amazingly simple and perfect combination of tomatoes, mozzarella and basil. Enjoy the best of Italian flavour, even if you are going meat-free.
Chicken and red pepper lasagne
Chicken and red pepper lasagne for one
If you are cooking for one, we definitely recommend our scrumptious lasagne wrap. You will have plenty of experimentation time in the kitchen and the result is a nourishing, comforting meal. And if this portion is too big, freeze the leftovers for another night, or take them to work with you for lunch.