BLOEM - July 22

FOCUS ON
CHECKERS’
WINTER
FOOD
Stay healthy
this winter
with top-notch advice
A CHEF’S CHEF
Waverley’s
Isa Myburgh
CrossFit Coach
Richard Kaplen
builds inner fitness
THE FOODIE ISSUE
JULY 2022

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July 2022
contents
WHY DON’T YOU
3 Do some lazy browsing at the Vrystaat Arts Festival,
waltz away the night, and laugh your socks off
WISH LIST
4 This July we’re all about spoiling ourselves with winter cocktails,
decadent chocolate and nourishing soups
PEOPLE
6 Isa Myburgh shares her chef’s tale with us
8 Gerald Chifamba fuses Africa with Italy
BEAUTY
10 Keep your nails in tip-top shape
FASHION
12 From bright to light, it’s green all the way
FITNESS
14 Coach Richard Kaplen on inner fitness
DECOR
16 Tidy house = tidy mind
Focus on
18 Winter Health
28 Checkers Gourmet Winter Comfort Food
Spoil
32 WIN a bottle of Guess Bella Vita Rosa
cover
Photographer: Louis Reynhardt Productions
Make-up: Kryolan
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Out & About
This July we’re warming the cockles of your heart with some lazy
browsing at the Vrystaat Art Market, a good old-fashioned dance,
some therapeutic painting, and a roll-in-the-aisles comedy show…
The Vrystaat Arts Festival is back!
This year the Vrystaat Arts Festival kicks off
its first winter Mini-Mark to get back into the
swing of things after two years of lockdown.
Come and enjoy a small, curated art market,
food, music and local theatre productions
from 12 – 16 July on the Free State University
campus. Visit the Vrystaat Kunstefees
Facebook page for
more information.
Kom lag ‘n slag
As deel van die Vrystaat Kunstefees, word
Laerskool Noord aangebied op 12 Julie
om 19:00 en om 16 Julie om 15:00 in die
Kopanong Auditorium op die Kovsiekampus.
Laerskool Noord is ‘n komiese
kykie na wat werklik agter die swartbord
gebeur. Skrywer Ilne Fourie kleur met
haar tong-in-die-kies humor hierdie
karakters in dat ons sonder twyfel een
van die oud-onderwyseresse sal herken.
Kaartjies kos R150 elk en is beskikbaar by
webtickets.co.za.
Have fun
painting with acrylics
Have you always wanted to learn how
to paint with acrylics? Jesse Robertson &
Keep it Colourful will present a free Stepby-Step
Acrylic Painting Tutorial
on 2 July. Watch it by going to Jesse
Robertson & Keep it Colourful’s Facebook
page and see what materials you need to
paint along. Have fun!
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Visit Bloem’s new health
and lifestyle market
Have you visited the Balans Market
on Mimosa Mall’s Brown Parking Level
yet? It’s held the last Saturday of every
month and you can look forward to
live entertainment, a kiddies play area
and interesting stalls.
Live music galore
Also as part of the Vrystaat Arts Festivel, Aasvoëlklub will present live music on
three consecutive evenings. On 14 July, the ABBA Tribute will be held, on 15 July
Radio Waves have their turn, and on 16 July Afrikaanse Musiek Legendes with
Mario Lategan and Cézanne Yzelle will be on stage. Tickets are R120 per person,
and are available at Kiki Corner in Langenhoven Park, or at the Phoenix Ticket Line.
Swierig Baljaar
Die NG Wilgehof hou ‘n
Winterbal ten bate van
die Kerk se parkeerarea.
Die Winterbal sal op
Vrydagaand 29 Julie
vanaf 18:30 in die NG Kerk
Wilgehof se saal plaasvind.
Trek vir ‘n verandering
swierig aan en kom dans
en smul aan ‘n heerlike
maaltyd – alles ten bate
van ‘n goeie doel. Vir meer
inligting WhatsApp Steven
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Wish list
Baby, it’s cold outside… but we’ve got lots of goodies to
keep the home fires burning!
Chapped lips? Not on our watch. Litchi
& Titch Beauty Balms are healing and
nourishing balms that comfort and
hydrate dry and sensitive skin areas. So
not only lips. They’re for everything from
cuticles to heels to a child’s scraped knee.
100 per cent plant based, they’re your
skin’s best friend in Winter. R175 from
litchiandtitchnaturals.com
We do take full advantage of spoiling
ourselves when the weather’s chilly.
And a mug of steaming Vanilla Chai
hits the right (sweet) spot every
time! This Red Espresso instant chai
latte is a blend of black tea, spices,
caramelized coconut sugar and
vanilla. It’s mixed with hot water,
is vegan friendly and is made locally
(we do love to support local).
You’ll find it online on takealot.com
for around R77.
Winter cocktails? Yes ... when they’re infused
with Spiced Fig or Pineapple and Cassia Bark,
two of the new flavours from Secco Drink
Infusion - along with the equally delicious
Cherry Blossom. Simply pop a sachet
into your favourite spirit, bubbly, wine or
sparkling water. You can also infuse in boiling
water for a flavoured tea. You’ll find them
online at yuppiechef.com and takealot.com
for around R149 for an eight-pack.
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Hot Starbucks coffee
and a crunchy biscuit
for the win
Do you miss your favourite
coffee in Bloem? Don’t despair
because you can buy Starbucks
Caffé Mocha rich and chocolatey
sticks at Checkers from R44,99 and
make your own cup of coffee
and chocolate deliciousness! But,
let’s face it, coffee is no good
without a crunchy biscuit to
dip in it. Find Forage and Feast’s
Macadamia and Chocolate
biscuits at Checkers from R59,99.
Flapjacks to the rescue!
Sub-zero Bloem mornings is nobodies
friend but flapjacks with maple syrup
and cream will make it all (slightly) better.
Checkers stocks a perfect MojoMe flapjack
premix, selling for R59,99, which will have
you and your family enjoying these
delicious little treats in no time.
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Chocolate makes everything better
Forage and Feast’s Chocolate Selection – locally
made and handcrafted, this classic
selection of white, milk and dark chocolate
will brighten up the greyest day! Available at
Checkers from R69,99 for 140 grams.
Soup is a lifesaver in winter
Soup is synonymous with winter and a roaring fire but you need a good casserole
pot to cook it in. This stainless steel casserole pot from Checkers, selling from R599, is
sure to become a family heirloom – handed down from generation to generation!
Splurge on a Himalayan
Pink Salt Slab
If winter makes you feel the need to splurge a
bit, we think this Forage and Feast Himalayan
Pink Salt Slab is the answer. Made the
perfect steak on this slab, and impress
all the meat eaters in your life with your
impressive culinary skills. Available at
Checkers from R249, 99.
Every cook
needs a cleaver
Has watching cooking shows made you
lust after a cleaver knife? We’ve found
just the one for you – it’s a professional
cleaver knife, ideal for cutting through
bones, and slicing and chopping meat,
herbs fruit and vegetables. Find it at
Checkers from R399,99.
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Chef Isa Myburgh is what one would call a chef’s chef. She is
unassuming, modest, and content to simply cook to the best of her
ability for clients she knows will love her food as much as she loves
making it. Here Get It gets to know Chef Isa…
Text: MARGARET LINSTRÖM. Photo: LOUIS REYNHARDT PRODUCTIONS
Isa Myburgh
A chef’s chef
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Where did you grow up?
As the second eldest of a twin and three
other sisters, I grew up on a six-generation
Merino sheep farm in the Southern
Free State and matriculated at Oranje
Meisieskool in Bloemfontein.
Was food at the centre of your familial
relationships?
Yes. As a big family we (still do) sit around
a table and enjoy a wholesome meal
and each others’ company. The kitchen
table was essential in our togetherness
as a family. As a boarder in the hostel,
we especially appreciated my mother’s
delicious home-cooked food over
weekends and I couldn’t wait to see what
cake she baked for Sunday morning tea.
My love for baking was definitely inspired
by my mother.
What piqued your interest in cooking
and food?
As a young girl, I still remember the smell
of my grandmother’s kitchen, who I’m
named after; especially churning butter
alongside her. I clearly remember her
‘mosbeskuit’and slow-roasted leg of
lamb in the AGA. I chose to become a
chef when I realized the happiness and
joy food provided people. I enjoy seeing
people feel this happy when they taste
each dish I create for them.
Where did you study to become a
chef?
At the Institute of Culinary Arts (ICA) in
Stellenbosch.
How did you end up in Bloemfontein?
After completing my studies, I worked
in various kitchens in South Africa, and
abroad in the UK, where I gained more
knowledge and experience as a chef, after
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which I decided to move back to my roots
here in Bloemfontein.
You’re a wife and a mother. Please tell
us about this part of your life.
Family is a very important part of my life
– I’m blessed with a supportive husband
Beyers and two beautiful daughters
named Ella and Hannah. To balance
being a wife, mother and a chef is often
a challenge, but I would not have it any
other way.
At present, you cater for events and
prepare meals for busy mothers.
I currently cater for intimate functions,
small events and plan my menus
according to the client’s specific needs
and requirements.
How would you describe the food you
make at present – comfort food, fancy
food, soul food?
I would say a combination of the three; I
always put a lot of love and effort in the
food I prepare. Whatever I cook, I do to the
best of my ability; thus, I won’t serve food
that doesn’t measure up to my standards.
You also bake beautiful cakes. Please
tell us about them.
Depending on the client’s needs, every
cake is different and I make sure it tastes
as good as it is visually appealing.
I have also seen your preserves at Jill
Nowers’ Food Co Central in Westdene.
Why preserves?
I grew up in a house where my mother
always used to make us jams and
preserves from fresh fruit and vegetables
out of our garden. I decided to explore
this in lockdown; the preservation of food
means to capture the flavour as a time
capsule on your pantry shelf.
What plans do you have for your food
business?
The preserves, jams and pickles are a new
business venture that I am experimenting
with; it is also the first step one in a rollout,
which includes a dedicated kitchen in
which I can prepare ready made meals
for the busy households out there.
Convenience and flavour will be the focus
of this venture. Watch this space…
What do you do to unwind?
Just being in nature, in the veld where I
grew up. Or going for a run and having
some time alone. Also, taking a warm
bath, lighting some candlles and listening
to relaxing music after a stressful day. We
also love to explore new restaurants and
relish a good fine dining experience.
What about Bloem do you love?
The close-knit community with kind
hearted, supportive people and a good
quality of living.
If you could live anywhere in the
world, where would it be?
Anywhere, as long as it is with the love of
my life!
Who do you admire as a chef?
I admire a few great chefs; my recent
favourite is Yotam Ottolenghi. He
inspires through his fresh and invigoratig
approach to cooking.
Being a chef is hard work. Is it worth
the blood, sweat and tears?
Yes, it’s indeed very hard work. Yet one
can be very creative, innovative and
independent.
Find Chef Isa on Istagram at chefisa_sa and
on Facebook at Chef Isa or call 082 414 5317
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It was his mother’s cooking and the smell
of freshly baked malva pudding, which
lured Gerald Chifamba into the kitchen.
Today, the 46-year-old is a
sous chef at Windmill Casino and
Entertainment World in Bloemfontein.
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During family gatherings my mother could always
be found in the kitchen and my nose would
lead me inside to see what the delicious smells
were. My aunt was also a chef, and I started
experimenting in the kitchen, which gave me the
idea that I could make a career out of it,” he explains.
“My mother used to make something similar to malva pudding, so
when I smell it, it brings back memories of my childhood,” Gerald
reminisces.
After obtaining a Diploma in Hotel Management from City and
Guilds in Zimbabwe in 2005, Gerald and his wife Precious moved
to South Africa. “I started my career working as a cook at a game
reserve, before moving to Bloemfontein, where I worked at various
hotels.” During this time, Gerald befriended an Italian man, Ricardo
Florio, who took him to Italy where he learnt how to make pizza
and pasta from scratch.
“I returned to Bloemfontein and opened my own business, Luigi
Napoli Florio, making the city’s first wood-fired pizza.” Gerald made
these much-fêted pizzas until he joined Windmill Casino in May
2013, where he has been filling casino guests’ tummies with a
range of South African favourites including bobotie, curries, and
oxtail stew.
“One of my favourite dishes to cook is deboned pork ribs, roasted,
served with crispy crackling. But Bloemfontein people like their
lamb – be it chops, stew or curries.”
Gerald says there is a new focus on vegan dishes, with people
preferring to eat healthy food that is meat-free or grilled, and with
less starch. “But our Afrikaans guests still enjoy their pap, so you
have to make sure you strike a balance between the two.”
His favourite piece of kitchen equipment is his two-metre deep
convection oven. He adds, “You can do everything in it - steam,
bake and roast. I also cannot part ways with my pairing, chef and
carving knife – a chef can’t do anything without his knives!” His list
of essential ingredients includes salt, pepper and fresh lemon.
Unsurprisingly, Gerald’s favourite food is pizza, made from scratch
using fresh ingredients. “The aroma you get from it before you eat
it… all that melted cheese. Wow!”
Working as a chef can often be a thankless task, but he finds joy in
making a diner happy, especially if they are visiting from another
country.
“In the food world, I look up to Jamie Olivier. His recipes are
up to date and I enjoy reading his books and watching him on
television.”
In his spare time, Gerald enjoys playing with his two school-going
sons. This proud dad smiles and says: “We play
chess, TV games, soccer, or swim together. I also
enjoy cooking for my family and helping the boys
with their homework. I’m impressed with how
well they do in school.
Visit @getitbloem for Gerald’s Malva Pudding recipe.

African
with a touch of Italian
Text: MARGARET LINSTRÖM. Photo: GYPSEENIA LION
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The Body Shop Almond Nail
& Cuticle Manicure Oil, R185.
Details: thebodyshop.co.za
Sorbet Mani-Care Strength
Treatment with keratin,
amino acids and biotin
strengthens, hardens and
reinforces brittle and weak
nails. R98.99 from clicks.co.za
Catrice Magic
Repair Nail Oil with
vitamin E, almond,
macadamia, argan,
jojoba and avocado
oil. R89 from
superbalist.com
Nailed it!
Perfectly groomed nails really are
an essential. And you don’t need to
spend a fortune to keep your hands
and nails in tip top condition.
Nails not done. Last minute date.
Kiss imPRESS Color Press-on
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from Dis-Chem.
Compiled by: KYM ARGO & MEGAN BRETT
Essence 24/7 hand cream & mask,
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Oh K! Beauty Intense Moisture Hand Mask
with hyaluronic acid and violet extract,
R99.99 from www.mrp.com
Bramley Argan Oil & Macadamia Hand Cream,
fragranced with delicious sweet floral flavours
reminiscent of succulent honey, R17.99 from PEP stores.
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Sh’zen Cuticle Cream for hands
heals and repairs damaged, split
cuticles, R199. • Sh’zen Matrix Oil for
nails. Give your nail beds a boost of
Vitamins A, D and E to help stimulate
nail growth and strengthen them,
R239. Both from shzen.co.za
Find just the right winter shade
from the MAVALA Iconic Color
Collection inspired by the
wonders of nature. Sultry deep red
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a delicate sandy beige Salamanca.
From R105 at Dis-Chem or Clicks.
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Eau Thermale Avène
Cicalfate Mains Hand
Cream repairs and
soothes dry, irritated
skin. It’s fragrancefree
and perfect for
sensitive skin. R155
from Dis-Chem.
Catrice Iconails Gel Lacquer range is
high-gloss and lasts up to seven days -
without a top coat. It’s vegan-friendly,
enriched with acai oil and has a gelshine
finish... plus plenty of new shades
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and takealot.com.
Beauty tip: Acai oil is renowned for
its nourishing, moisturising and
regenerating effect, and supports the
high-shine finish.

From bright to light, here are all your TRENDY
winter greens!
Oakridge strikes
again with this
stunning tapper
sage green pants.
R179.99 from
Mr Price.
Here are some winter fashion faves that will have
you all dressed up in GREEN!
Stand out
with this green square
buckle belt and
asymmetric earrings
from Mango. Belt - R499.
Earrings - R299.
Step out in these Madison chunky olive green
loafers. R599 from Superbalist.
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Feminine design
meets trending style.
The Kiana Single
Breasted Coatigan
in shamrock green
from Forever New
is the piece your
wardrobe’s been
waiting for. R1 699.
Make heads turn with this slimy limey
quilted textured shoulder bag.
R699 from ZARA.
This Trenery
timeless dark forest
green ankle boot has a
smooth and woven leather
upper, shaped with a squared
toe and stable, flared heel.
R2 299 from Woolworths.

n 2012, I was introduced to CrossFit and
immediately grew curious about this new form of
training methodology.
I committed to a two-week try out, and by the end
of the two weeks, I knew this was my passion, and I
wanted to share it with as many people as possible.
In 2013, I attained the CrossFit Level 1 Certificate and
immediately opened my first facility. Over the past ten
years, I’m proud to have achieved my CrossFit Level 2
Certificate, CrossFit Strongman Certificate, and Eleiko
Weightlifting for Sports Level 1 Certificate.
Functional training has a purpose and translates to activity
beyond your workout. More than that, functional training focuses
on movement patterns with a purpose. That purpose can be related
to improving everyday activities or preparing to compete in a
sport. A functional workout is simply one that strengthens you in
a particular way that directly translates to a movement outside the
weight room. A functional movement
typically consists of compound
exercises that require
more than one
muscle group
For Richard
Kaplen of Inner
Fight Fitness in
Langenhoven Park,
it’s not about your
weight or being fit
– it’s all about the
person you need to
become to get fit. To
him, this new person,
this new you, is the
ultimate goal, and
that is
how we take
back our
happiness…
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Building your inner
fitness
to work together. Because of that, they mimic typical movement patterns better than
isolation exercises. Most functional training movements are multijointed, and a functional
training programme should incorporate movements in multiple planes. That means moving
forward and backward, side to side, and incorporating rotational movements. For the same
reason, functional exercises require free weights and improve your body’s ability to work
efficiently as one unit. You’re helping your body function better as a whole by training
multiple muscle groups simultaneously. You’re teaching it to be a system, not just
individual parts that work independently.
Over the years, I’ve always valued training and personally measured it based
on how it makes me feel and, more importantly, does it make me better at life.
For example, sitting in a stationary machine at a conventional gym, moving in a range
of motions you would never find yourself in outside the gym, is not translated to real-life
demands. However, a free-weight deadlift, for example, has a direct translation to everyday
life; just picking up your groceries bags from the floor is a form of a deadlift. So why should
someone choose functional training? Simply put, it makes you better at life in all aspects.
Whatever the task before you, you will have the skills and abilities to accomplish it with
perfect form, and do so safely.
To a certain extent, I do believe that summer bodies are
made in winter. This all depends on where you are
at in your fitness journey. Some people will focus
on maintaining their shape during the winter,
while others will only start getting into shape.
In my experience, I have found the winter
months to be a great kick-start to getting
into shape. Using these months to remove
the excess weight leaves much less work
for you in the summer months. Winter
or summer does not matter; I would
advise learning to be consistent by
adopting a new healthy lifestyle.
I have worked with hundreds of
people, and they gain a huge
confidence boost when you show
them what they are capable of. I
have seen many women start at my
facility, and in the first week, they can
only deadlift a PVC pipe; however,
forward two to three months, and
they’re deadlifting their body weight
for multiple reps with ease. This boosts
the members and me as a coach
because they know they can do much
more than they ever thought possible.
Find Inner Fight Fitness at 7 Tuinpark
Complex, 16 Blouberg Avenue,
Langenhoven Park, or contact 076 607
2379.
Text: MARGARET LINSTRÖM. Photo: GYPSEENIA LION

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Winter is
the season
for cosy nights by the fire,
but it’s also the season
for catching colds, feeling
lethargic and craving
unhealthy foods. The
changes in temperature
have physical and
psychological effects on
your body that can impact
your health. Here we share
advice and tips from our
city’s top medical and
health experts to keep
you healthy, happy
and fit this winter...
Text: SAZLY MOSES
WINTER
HEALTH GUIDE
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FOCUS ON HEALTH
Doctor On Call:
Saving time, Saving lives, Helping you
Hassle-free medical attention is the main objective for the
doctors at Doctor on Call. With three operational practices,
which are paired with emergency units, it can be achieved.
The practices are at EmoyaMed, Pelonomi Netcare and
Universitas Hospital Private Hospitals. One number connects
you to all the practices.
Dr Henk Jacobs, who founded a way to simplify the process
of seeking urgent medical assistance, told Get It Magazine
that the waiting time for consultations should be very short.
Thus, this saves people time while saving lives, treating
injuries and saving the funds of a medical aid.
People sometimes do not have the need for an Emergency
Unit, and can be seen in the practice. The opposite is also
true!
“I had the opportunity to start with Netcare’s 24-hr unit at
Universitas in 2013. This is also when I started a practice
there. I worked in the practice and the casualties constantly.
It doesn’t matter if you see me upstairs in the rooms, or
downstairs in the 24-hr Unit, you can still see a doctor,” Dr
Henk added.
The medical aid and personal information of patients who
have consulted at the various centres are recorded in the
digitally note keeping system after Doctor-On-Call has
partnered with Dr Jacobs & Associates, a medical GP practice
in Bloemfontein.
Doctor on Call has 13 doctors who work in shifts to ensure
that there is always a doctor available to assist when there is
an emergency, either through the office or the Urgent Care
Centres.
“We’ve got one doctor on duty: During the day shift, he is on
duty and on-site, and there is one doctor-on-call at night,” Dr
Henk said. This assists with care as needed.
Patients can interchange between the practices and
casualties to avoid waiting in long lines.
Some of the emergencies treated at the centres are heart
attacks and strokes, pneumonia and COVID as well as injuries.
Medical aids, Private paying clients as well as Medical
insurance patients are welcome.
Office Number: 0514442304
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We exist to
inspire, support and
equip our patients
Nurture Hillandale is situated at Woodland Hills. They assist
patients to achieve their highest level of functioning and
independence following injury and illness, as cost effectively
as possible. Each patient’s rehabilitation is carefully planned to
meet their needs.
The doctors are highly experienced and are driven by the
conviction that the best outcome is reached by clearly
understanding the needs and wishes of their patients. Their aim
is to ensure that the team works together to deliver the best
outcome.
The therapy team consists of two groups of people: an inhouse
rehabilitation team and a team of professionals whose
services are contracted in when this is required.
Patients undergo a combination of specially designed therapy
sessions to suit their specific needs. Patients receive intensive
therapy daily and, depending on their medical condition, this
will include home and life management skills training.
On admission, the patient receives a comprehensive
assessment by the interdisciplinary team; also comprehensive
reporting and determination of approximate length of stay.
During the stay, patients receive weekly progress reports,
a family meeting, carer/family training (if necessary) and
acquisition of all the necessary equipment.
The facility includes 29 beds in private and semi-private wards,
a well-equipped gymnasium with custom-designed specialised
equipment, private cognitive area, private treatment area,
private treatment area, occupational therapy kitchen and
bathroom, isolation gym area, heated indoor hydrotherapy
pool, and an easily accessible gardens and designated smoking
areas.
Hillandale Hospital is a Nurture Health Facility and exists to
inspire, support and equip patients to be integrated back to
society with confidence.
Details: 051 412 3300

FOCUS ON HEALTH
GreyMil Physical
Rehabilitation has a
strong foundation
based on ethical practice
GreyMil was founded in 2007 and has an interdisciplinary
team consisting of medical doctors, physiotherapists,
occupational therapists, speech therapists, dietitians, a
psychologist, and a social worker.
The GreyMil team is the primary service provider at
EmoyaMed Private Hospital’s acute rehabilitation unit.
They also provide a service at Stirling Hospital, which
is a stepdown facility in Bloemfontein. Their outpatient
practice is situated at EmoyaMed, and clients are
welcome to schedule appointments to consult any
member of the team.
Their main focus area is adult neurology, but they also
treat a variety of other conditions including multitrauma,
orthopaedic, spinal cord injuries, and recovery
after a long sick bed. The team also renders these
services at various acute hospitals in Bloemfontein.
As a team, they feel humbled and inspired when they
see a client progress by regaining function, starting to
walk, and returning to being more independent within
all spheres of life.
As GreyMil, they approach each client holistically taking
into consideration their uniqueness and having a
client-centred approach to their individual needs. Lastly,
GreyMil has a strong foundation, which is based on
ethical practice with God as their anchor.
Details: 051 492 3397, admin@greymil.co.za
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Winter virusse is hier!
Winter is met ons en met die koue kom baie virusse
waarvoor mens moet uitkyk! Winter is bekend vir die
tradisionele wintergriep(Influenza), COVID asook ander
verkoue virusse, maar die span by VanRensburg/Lancet
is hier om te help. VanRensburg/Lancet verskaf Biofire
of GeneXpert paneeltoetse wat vinnig en akkuraat kan
onderskei tussen baie verskillende virusse en enkele
bakterieë in korter tyd as wat jou volgende hoesbui tref.
Wat is ‘n Biofire of GeneXpert paneel?
Die Biofire en GeneXpert is instrumente wat vinnig en
akkuraat kan onderskei tussen bakterieë en virusse om
doeltreffende behandeling en hantering van aansteeklike
respiratoriese siektes te verseker! Die GeneXpert is ‘n
verkorte paneel wat slegs vir COVID-19, Influenza en RSV
toets, terwyl die Biofire ‘n uitgebreide paneel is met 22
virusse en 4 atipiese bakterieë (wat tradisioneel nie maklik
gekweek kan word nie en dus ook maklik oorgesien
word). Beide instrumente het uitstekende sensitiwiteit
vir die bepaling van alle respiratoriese virusse, insluitend
COVID-19.
Wanneer word ‘n Biofire of GeneXpert paneel
aangevra?
Dit word aangevra wanneer pasiënte griep,verkoues
of long-simptome het en die dokter wil bepaal of die
simptome veroorsaak word deur ‘n virus of ‘n bakterieë.
Watter monster gaan jou dokter neem?
In ‘n gevorderde siekte mag dit soms nodig wees om
‘n sputummonster te neem en in die geval van ‘n
respiratoriese infeksie word ‘n nasofaringiale/keel depper
geneem.
Hoekom is dit vir ‘n dokter belangrik om te kan
onderskei tussen ‘n virus en ‘n bakterieë?
Aangesien behandeling drasties verskil tussen ‘n virus en
‘n bakterieë is dit belangrik om te kan onderskei sodat die
korrekte behandeling gegee kan word. Bakterieë word met
antibiotika behandel, en virusse nie. Toepaslike antivirale
middels kan in die geval van Influenza
binne 72 uur gegee word om effektief
te werk. Klinies is dit soms moeilik
vir die dokter om die onderskeid te
maak, hierdie panele gee dadelik vir
hulle die regte diagnose.
So moenie raai nie – WEET!
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Mondia Woodlands
cares
Mondia Woodlands is situated in Bloemfontein next to
Woodland Hills Wildlife Estate. We provide a system of care
that specialises in Mental Health and Substance Abuse
Disorders. This includes both in-patient and out-patient
programs.
Our goal is to offer people a treatment program and
environment that supports and builds their mental wellness.
Our aim is to cater to the specific and unique needs of the
population we serve; therefore, we have the concept of
wellness at the core.
Mondia Health exists to make it possible for psychiatrists,
psychologists and other clinicians to combine their
efforts efficiently and effectively, and in doing so achieve
consistently good outcomes for patients brought into our
system.
What matters most to our team is for people to have the
opportunity to thrive, instead of just survive day-by-day. This
entails equipping them to manage their challenges and take
responsibility for them, together with their support system.
This will enable people to take back control.
We build our approach on four aspirational values:
• A safe environment at all times for our clients, their families
and our employees.
• Client-centredness, compassion and kindliness in all that
we do for the people in our care.
• A commitment to team and acting in ways that
strengthen teamwork.
• A dedication to continuous improvement towards
achieving excellence.
Details: 051 412 3300 or 082 505 3468;
or email wl.fm@mondiahealth.co.za; or visit our website at
https://mondiahealth.co.za/bloemfontein

A family
health care
practice and
a travel clinic
Quintamed offers caring
and trusting family
health care. We love our
patients, young and old.
Consultations can cover
acute or chronic medical or
psychological conditions,
injuries, health screenings
and other preventative
health measures, including
vaccinations.
As a registered practice for
Yellow Fever vaccinations,
our doctors attend to
pre- and post-travel needs.
Consult with us at least 14
days before travelling as
part of your travel health
preparation, irrespective of
your destination.
Arrange a consultation at our
reception or online via the
MyCG (myGrandCentral) site
https://www.mygc.co.za
Details: 051-4224911,
Visit www.quintamed.co.za or
email janet@quintamed.co.za
Giving hope
to deal
with daily
challenges
Bloemcare is located in
the tranquil suburb of
Langenhoven Park. Their
therapeutic and homely
environment is the perfect
setting to regain your zest for
life and to discover your inner
strengths and abilities.
This is a 116-bed private
psychiatric hospital situated
in the heart of the Free
State. The facility provides
general psychiatric in-patient
treatment for adults and
adolescents
They provide treatment
offered by an experienced
multi-disciplinary team.
Daily group sessions and
excellent nursing care equip
patients with the necessary
life skills, empowering them
with hope to deal with
daily challenges – whether
a stressful work or home
environment, or a disorder
Medical aids and hospital
plans cover in-patient mental
health treatment.
Details: 051 446 3242
www.bloemcare.co.za
FOCUS ON HEALTH
Improving quality of life
“Most people have no idea how good their
body is designed to feel. I love helping people
improve their well-being and quality of life
through physical activity. Since each person is
different and requires unique treatment, every
day presents new and exciting challenges
which I thrive on.” This is according to biokineticist, Michelle
Botha, who has opened a practice at Hillandale Hospital by
Woodland Hills.
“We form part of the medical team who help our patients
heal and recover. Our focus is the rehabilitation of
orthopaedic and metabolic conditions. We also deal with
weight management
and prescribe
health exercise
habits to enhance
general fitness; thus,
improving quality of
life.”
Michelle‘s patients
can expect a
professional and
relaxed atmosphere,
as healing is
supported by a
caring environment.
This starts the
process of forming
individualized goals.
The focus is also
on enjoyment and
celebrating small
successes as her patients move towards achieving their
end goal. “It’s a common misconception that biokinetics
is only for people who have undergone surgery or who
are seriously injured. In reality, biokineticists treat a wide
variety of conditions. Biokinetics focuses on orthopaedic
rehabilitation (strengthening of muscles to protect
joints during sport and daily activities), chronic disease
management (cardiovascular, diabetes, arthritis) and total
wellness (lifestyle and stress management).”
A biokineticist can help you to make meaningful and
sustainable lifestyle changes in order to take control of
your health.
Details: 083 267 7897, mbbotha@yahoo.com
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FOCUS ON HEALTH
The perfect mani
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Nivea gives the lowdown on gorgeous hands and the perfect mani.
Care for beautiful hands
The condition of our hands and finger nails says
a lot about us – but they are subjected to
particular stresses day after day. Intensive care
and regular manicures are therefore particularly
important. We chatted to the NIVEA team, who
told us can what we should pay attention to.
Like the back of your hand ...
Here are a few things that you should know
about the skin on your hands.
It’s almost as sensitive as the skin on our faces
and it has to endure more, as our hand are
constantly being used.
The skin on the back of our hands is very thin
and has very little body fat in the layer of tissue
under your skin compared to the rest of our
bodies. This makes it sensitive and subject to
ageing easily.
The palms have more fatty tissue and connective
tissue and are more robust. But without the
glands to produce hair or oil, it is difficult for
them to absorb moisture.
External influences such as sun, cold,
heat and water disrupt the skin’s natural
protective barriers.
The aim of hand care is to protect the hands from
drying out and to provide them with moisture.
Beautiful right down to your fingertips
Nails. Nail beds. Cuticles. Beautiful fingernails
complete your hand care. Therefore, you should
regularly indulge in a manicure for your nails,
cuticles, and nail bed.
But how else can you look after your nails?
When you apply cream to your hands, make
sure you always include your nails in the
routine. While you are applying cream to your
hands (or feet), you can simply lightly massage
some of it into the edges of the nails and care
for them in this way, too.
There are also special cuticle sticks
impregnated with nail oil. Using the stick, apply
the moisturiser simply and quickly to the edges
of the nails and rub it in gently. Alternatively,
you can also massage nail oil into the nails in
the evening before going to bed. This provides
extra moisture, strengthens the nails, and keeps
them healthy and smooth.
Another advantage: the cuticles do not
produce much of a protein barrier, so you save
time on manicures and pedicures.
Scrub away ...
A scrub is particularly effective, and can also easily be done at home.
Simply mix three tablespoons of olive oil with two tablespoons of sugar.
Alternatively, you could use NIVEA Crème instead of olive oil to mix in
with your sugar. Apply the paste generously to your hands and then
massage it in without applying too much pressure. The olive oil and
NIVEA Crème both make your skin soft and smooth, and the sugar rubs
off dead skin particles and ensures the blood circulates well. Finally,
rinse the scrub off with lukewarm water.
If your hands are very dry,
rough and cracked, they
need a lot more care and
attention. Try NIVEA Repair
& Care Hand Balm. Its
Hydra IQ formula provides
a lot of moisture, and the
dexpanthenol soothes the
feeling of tightness.
Step by step: the perfect mani
Just like the skin on your hands,
the cuticle can also easily
become dry or tear. This is why
it also needs a lot of moisture.
Moisturise the cuticle regularly
with oil or cream – for best
results, every time you have a
manicure. Simply gently massage
it in and let it absorb into the skin
for a short while!
When manicuring and cutting
your nails, it is better to use
scissors than nail clippers.
Clippers often cause small tears
that can then lead to the nail
splitting later on.
Then file your nails into shape
using a glass nail file. As these
have a smooth surface, the nails
can be filed very finely. Start by
using the coarse side, then use
the fine one. It is important to file
in one direction only so that the
structure is not damaged.
A rounded nail shape that
extends just a short way over the
fingertip, looks most natural.
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60 2 15
MINUTES SERVINGS INGREDIENTS
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Homemade
Ravioli
Filled with Spinach and Pine Nuts
Jan serves it dressed in Forage and Feast Tomato and Basil Pasta Sauce.
This expertly handcrafted sauce is traditionally made in Sicily, with fresh,
hand-picked cherry tomatoes and aromatic fresh basil that perfectly
complements the pasta. Get it and all the other ingredients at Checkers,
also available for delivery by Sixty60, and try this Homemade Ravioli filled
with Spinach and Pine Nuts for dinner.
Ingredients
For the Pasta:
400 g (715 ml) cake flour
4 eggs
20 ml olive oil
20 ml water
For the Filling:
200 g Forage and Feast
Ricotta Soft Cheese
15 ml lemon zest; grated
15 ml lemon juice
10 basil leaves; finely
chopped
1 garlic clove; finely chopped
200 g baby spinach leaves;
washed and chopped
30 ml pine nuts; toasted
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
To Finish the Dish:
Forage and Feast Tomato
and Basil Pasta Sauce
Fresh basil leaves
Forage and Feast
Parmigiano Reggiano
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Make ravioli the traditional Italian way – at home and from
scratch – using this easy recipe by SA’s first Michelin Star chef,
Jan Hendrik van der Westhuizen. Your homemade ravioli will be
filled with spinach and pine nuts, plus simple herbs and spices.
Directions
To make the pasta, place the flour in the mixing bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the
hook dough attachment. Add the eggs, olive oil and water and mix till dough forms.
Knead the dough for 10 minutes, then take the dough out and cover with a damp cloth.
Leave to rest for 30 minutes.
If you are using a pasta machine, follow the instructions.
Alternatively, you can roll out the dough on a floured surface until very thin, then cut it
into long strips.
To make the filling, place all the ingredients in a bowl, mix well and season with salt and
pepper.
Spoon heaps of the filling on top of one strip. Brush the strip with water around the filling
and place another strip of pasta on top. Press the pasta around the filling, then use a
cookie cutter to cut out your raviolis.
Bring a large pot of salted water to the boil, then gently place your raviolis in the water
and take the pot off the heat.
Let the ravioli’s stand for 2 minutes. You do not want to boil them in rapid water as they
are fragile.
Spoon out with a slotted spoon into a bowl and keep warm.
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Ingredients
2 large heads cauliflower
1 can Simple Truth Coconut Oil
2 tbsp. (30 ml) Simple Truth
Chipotle Spice Rub
Juice and grated zest of 1 lemon
1 – 2 cloves garlic; finely minced
Chimichurri
2 tbsp. (30 ml) Simple Truth
Chipotle Sauce
1 small red onion; finely chopped
2 – 3 garlic cloves; thinly sliced or
finely chopped
¼ cup (60 ml) red wine vinegar
Salt and milled pepper
½ cup (125 ml) coriander
¼ cup (60 ml) parsley
3 tbsp. (45 ml) oregano
1/3 small cup (80 ml) olive oil
1 packet (100 g) walnuts; toasted
and chopped
High in fibre, packed with an impressive
list of nutrients and oh-so delicious;
this vegan meal is fit for all occasions.
Directions
Preheat oven to 180°C or prepare
braai to a medium heat and braai
steaks on the grid.
Remove the outer leaves from each
cauliflower head. Slice into 2 – 3
thick steaks and lightly spray baking
tray and steaks with coconut oil. Set
aside.
In a small bowl, stir together
chipotle rub, lemon juice and zest,
and garlic together and rub all over
the steaks. Place in the oven and
roast for 10 –12 minutes or until
cooked through. Set aside.
Combine onion, chipotle sauce,
garlic and vinegar in a medium
bowl. Let sit for 10 minutes. Stir in
chopped coriander, parsley and
oregano. Whisk in the oil.
Serve cauliflower steaks topped
with chimichurri and crushed
walnuts.
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30 4 12
MINUTES SERVINGS INGREDIENTS
FOCUS ON CHECKERS WINTER FOOD: VEG
curry with chickpeas
& cauliflower
Ingredients
500g sweet potatoes
300g cauliflower florets
10ml garam masala
10ml curry powder
25ml olive oil
Seasoning, salt and pepper
400g coconut milk
30ml lemon juice, freshly squeezed
15ml chopped coriander
1 tin chickpeas, rinsed, husks
removed
300g young green beans, steamed
or lightly cooked
50ml fresh coconut flakes, lightly
toasted
Directions
Toss the first six ingredients together in a
bowl. Place onto a roasting tray and roast
for 20 minutes at 180°C or until tender.
Take out the tray with the roasted
cauliflower and sweet potato; stir through
the coconut milk, lemon juice and the
chopped coriander. Cook for another 10
minutes and then remove from the oven
again, and stir through the chickpeas.
Spoon onto a large serving dish; scatter
with the green beans and coconut flakes
and serve as a side dish or vegetarian meal.
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A healthier version of those
much-loved noodles with the addition
of scrumptious stir-fried veggies and
crushed walnuts. Easy to make
and even easier to enjoy!
Sweet
Potato
Ingredients
1 packet (200 g) Simple Truth Purple Sweet
Potato Noodles
2 tbsp. (30 ml) olive oil
1 bunch spring onions; finely chopped
2 tsp. (10 ml) crushed garlic
1 tsp. (5 ml) chilli flakes
1 packet (100 g) walnuts
1 punnet patty pans; sliced
1 punnet baby mushrooms; chopped
1 punnet baby marrows in ribbons
Salt and milled pepper
To serve
Sundried tomato pesto
Basil
Extra walnuts
Directions
Cook Simple Truth Sweet Potato Noodles
according to packet instructions, drain and
set aside.
Heat oil in a non-stick pan and fry spring
onions, garlic, chilli and walnuts until soft.
Add patty pans, mushrooms and baby
marrows until golden. Season.
Serve tossed-through noodles with tomato
pesto, handful basil and extra walnuts.
Noodles
with Veggies
& Spicy Walnuts
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The humble little chickpea
is a special legume. Eaten
for centuries, there’s very
good reason they’ve been
on the menu for so long.
Here are some interesting
chickpea facts you may
not know about:
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interesting
chickpea facts
1. There is strong evidence that
chickpeas were first cultivated
in the Middle East a staggering
7500 years BC. The popularity of
chickpeas quickly spread all over
the world and they were soon
grown and consumed in many
ancient civilisations such as Egypt,
Greece and Rome.
2. Chickpeas are known by many
different names all over the world.
Other names include garbanzo
beans, a popular term in the US,
Bengal grams, Egyptian peas,
ceci beans and kabuli chana.
Chickpeas come in a variety of
different types and colours, not
just the beige variety we are used
to seeing in cans. Chickpeas can
also be black, green, red and
brown.
3. Chickpeas are an agricultural
wonder. Not only do chickpeas
produce a valuable crop but at
the same time, they also provide
a natural organic method of
breaking the disease cycle in
wheat and barley crops. This
means less fungicide and less
insecticide, resulting in a cleaner,
greener environment.
4. Legumes are included in
the Australian Government’s
recommended eating plan for a
balanced diet in two categories.
Legumes and beans are
categorised with both vegetables
and meat, making legumes
an important part of a healthy
balanced diet.
5. These clever little plants actually
restore depleted soils and are
powerful nitrogen fixing legumes.
Their deep root system plays an
important role in stabilising soils
and preventing erosion, they
may use little or no fertiliser while
enhancing the fertility of the soil,
and, they are a dry land agricultural
crop, using no agricultural water.
To add to their incredible talents,
the chickpea plant even has a
natural insecticide in its leaves,
which keeps the bugs away.
6. Chickpeas are a great source of
both soluble and dietary fibre,
important for maintaining a
healthy digestive system. Soluble
fibre may assist with reducing the
absorption of cholesterol into the
bloodstream and helps maintain
blood sugar levels, which may help
to reduce the risk of developing
heart disease and aid in managing
diabetes. The dietary fibre in
chickpeas and their low glycemic
index (GI) may also assist with
weight loss by making you feel
fuller for longer.
7. Chickpeas are an incredibly
versatile ingredient to cook with.
You can eat them canned, dried
or roasted, hot or cold, and they
are inexpensive. Chickpeas can be
used for making more than just
good old hummus. Try adding to
soups instead of croutons, salads
and stir-fries for extra crunch,
make delicious meat free patties,
or make a tomato chickpea stew.
There’s a plethora of chickpea
recipes out there just waiting for
you to discover.
8. Ground chickpeas have been
used as a coffee substitute since
the 18th century and are still
commonly used as a caffeine-free
alternative today. Widely available,
the taste is said to be delicious –
why not give it a go!
9. Chickpeas contain a huge
number of antioxidants, vitamins
and minerals including folate,
magnesium, vitamin B6, vitamin
C, iron, potassium, calcium,
phosphorus and zinc. They are
also high in protein so they are a
fantastic alternative to meat.
10. India is the world’s number one
leader in chickpea production.
Source: The Happy Snack Company
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Mushroom Skewers
Exotic mushrooms with Marmite basting
on the braai is the dish you never knew you were missing.
These hearty flavours are complemented by the rich hummus and tzatziki.
Ingredients
1 packet Oyster mushrooms
1 packet Shittake mushrooms
1 packet Shimeji mushrooms
1 packet roasting vegetables
For the Basting Sauce:
½ cup (80 ml) Marmite
½ cup (80 ml) butter
1–2 garlic cloves; crushed
1 tbsp. (15 ml) thyme; chopped
Crushed pepper
1 packet tzatziki
1 packet hummus
3 tbsp. (45 ml) mint; chopped
1 lemon; sliced
4 wraps
Vegan Marmite-Basted
Directions
Insert mushrooms onto skewers.
Insert roasting vegetables onto skewers and set aside.
Drizzle skewers with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
Mix Marmite, butter, garlic, thyme and pepper together in a saucepan over
medium heat.
Brush Marmite-basting sauce all over the vegetable and mushroom skewers. And
place over medium coals, basting until cooked through and deliciously charred.
Set aside.
Place wraps on the braai grid for a minute a side, or until cooked through and
lightly toasted.
Serve wraps with spoonfuls of tzatziki and hummus, filled with basted mushroom
skewers, chopped mint and lemon wedges.
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FOCUS ON CHECKERS WINTER FOOD: PLANT BASED
Quick & Easy Plant-based
Spaghetti & Meatballs
What’s the easiest way to give little ones a healthy and delicious meal?
Our recipe for Quick & Easy Plant-based Spaghetti & Meatballs of course!
Make it with our Simple Truth Pasta and Future Farm Plant-based Meatballs.
Ingredients
1 packet Future Farm Plant-based Meatballs
300 ml Simple Truth Tomato Sauce
30 ml olive oil
1 onion; finely chopped
1 garlic clove; crushed
3 carrots; peeled and grated
1 packet Simple Truth Gluten-free Spaghetti
Directions
Brown the Future Farm Plant-based Meatballs in a pan and place
them into a baking dish.
Using the same pan, heat the olive oil, add the onion and fry until
tender.
Add the garlic and the carrots and cook until fragrant, roughly 2
minutes.
Add the tomato sauce and mix to combine. Season with salt and
pepper to taste.
Pour the sauce over the meatballs and bake for 15 minutes at 180 °C.
While the Future Farm Plant-based Meatballs bake, cook the
spaghetti according to the packet instructions.
When the Future Farm Plant-based Meatballs are cooked, serve with
the hot spaghetti and garnish with fresh basil leaves.
TRY ME: Future Farm Plant-based
Meatballs. Available at
selected Checkers stores.
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Roasted
Tomato and
Red Onion Ragu
with Cauliflower Noodles
Try this healthier, gluten-free and vegetarian take on an
old pasta favourite by Sarah Graham. Traditionally a meatbased
sauce, this ragu is 100% plant-based and served over
Checkers Cauli Noodles.
Ingredients
2 tins whole tomatoes
2 medium red onions; peeled and cut
into sixths
1 bag Checkers Cauli Noodles
2 large cloves garlic; peeled and left
whole
2 tbsp. olive oil
2 tbsp. balsamic vinegar
2 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
2 tsp. sugar
1 sprig fresh rosemary
2 sprigs fresh thyme
Salt & Pepper
Fresh basil and grated parmesan, to
serve
Directions
Pre-heat your oven to 180 °C.
Add all of your ingredients to a large shallow roasting dish, toss everything
gently to coat well, cover with tinfoil and cook for 45 minutes.
Remove the tinfoil and cook for a further 15 minutes, or until beautifully sticky
and caramelised.
Prepare your cauli noodles according to the packet instructions, drain and set
aside.
Just before serving, roughly mash the tomato mix with a fork or potato
masher and check for seasoning.
Toss the sauce together with the noodles, divide into bowls, scatter
over some roughly chopped fresh basil and grated Parmesan and serve
immediately.

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recommend you try this ODD BINS wine
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FOCUS ON CHECKERS WINTER FOOD: FISH
Hunting for a sensational seafood feast for your table this Winter?
Enjoy a truly divine, restaurant-style seafood pastry experience. We’re definitely
serving up our Forage and Feast Salmon Wellingtons, made in the air fryer.
Forage and Feast
Salmon Wellingtons
with Sautéed Greens
Ingredients
4 x Forage and Feast Salmon
Wellingtons (2 boxes) slightly thawed
Forage and Feast Cold Extracted
Extra Virgin Olive Oil for frying
2 tbsp. (30 ml) butter for frying
1 clove garlic; crushed
1 x 170 g punnet asparagus trimmed
160 g mangetout
100 g fresh peas
80 g sugar snap peas
1 lime
Salt and pepper; to taste
All of these ingredients are available at Checkers, and also
available for delivery by Sixty60.
Directions
Place the Salmon Wellingtons in the
air fryer (we suggest using the Philips
XL Air Fryer, as this fits the 4 pies in
perfectly) and set timer for 30 minutes
at 200 °C.
While the Wellingtons are cooking,
heat a little olive oil and butter
in a frying pan and sauté all the
vegetables together with the garlic for
a couple of minutes or until al dente.
Season with the juice of a lime and
some salt and pepper.
Once the Wellingtons are ready,
remove from air fryer and place onto
a platter.
Serve alongside the sautéed
vegetables.
And enjoy your sensational seafood
feast!
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Nuts about nuts
Nuts are widely touted for their great taste and convenience,
but their taste isn’t the only thing that makes them popular.
Scientists have long touted the health benefits of making nuts a regular part of your
diet. There are many varieties of nuts. Raw mixed nuts usually contain a range of
almonds, pistachios, cashews, walnuts, hazelnuts, and more.
Health benefits
Nuts are a nutritionally rich food,
containing most of the vitamins and
minerals the body needs. They’re one
of the main sources of ALA omega-3
fatty acids, offering a range of health
benefits from reducing rheumatoid
arthritis to protecting against
Alzheimer’s and dementia.Experts have
cited many other reasons to add nuts
to your diet, including:
Weight Loss
Nuts are largely composed of fats,
which might seem counterintuitive
for weight loss. However, the fats in
nuts are almost entirely unsaturated,
which means they leave you feeling
more satisfied after eating, helping
you eat less over time. Studies have
even found that people who eat nuts
frequently are at a lower risk of gaining
weight than those who seldom eat
nuts.
Diabetes Control
Scientists from the Harvard T.H. Chan
School of Public Health have found
impressive reasons for recommending
regular nut consumption as a way to
manage diabetes. In a controlled study,
people with type 2 diabetes who ate
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more than five servings of nuts per
week lowered their risk of heart disease
by as much as 17%.
Prevent Heart Disease
There have been many studies
showing the beneficial effects of nuts
on heart health. Eating nuts at least
four times per week is correlated with
fewer cases of coronary heart disease
and myocardial infarctions.
Improve Cholesterol
Nuts also play an important role in
regulating cholesterol. Scientists have
found a direct correlation between
eating nuts at least a few times per
week and the reduction of LDL
cholesterol and triglyceride levels in
the body. Improved cholesterol is
associated with less risk of stroke or
cardiovascular disease.
Nutrition
Nuts are a good source of Vitamin E, a
group of eight antioxidant compounds
that help prevent cancer and avoid
osteoporosis. However, not all mixes of
nuts are equally healthy. For example,
some are covered with large amounts
of sodium or dusted with flavorings
that may reduce their nutritional value.
Raw nuts are usually the best bet in
terms of sheer health.
How to Eat Nuts
Nuts are a commonly available item
and can be easily found in most every
grocery and convenience store. For the
healthiest option, be sure to choose
raw nuts without added sodium.
They make for an excellent snack
at any time of day, especially in the
middle of the afternoon when most
people’s energy levels tend to run low.
If you’re thinking about
incorporating more nuts into your
diet, there are many ways to do
that:
Chopped walnuts make an excellent
addition to a yogurt parfait.
Grind your own almonds into almond
butter, a popular alternative to peanut
butter. Make your own banana nut
bread. Sprinkle pecans over a salad.
Use cashew nuts when you’re making
vegetable stir fry.
Add almonds to a protein shake with a
banana and some milk.
Try chopped almonds with feta cheese
and olives in a Mediterranean style
salad.
Grind walnuts with herbs into a paste
to garnish grilled chicken.
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Good to know: The thickness of the white sauce
depends on the dish you are making.
Cream soups call for a thin white sauce; a medium one
is typically used in casseroles or gravy. Thick and heavy
white sauces are generally found in
soufflé and croquette batters.
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FOCUS ON CHECKERS WINTER FOOD: SOUP
Cauliflower
Soup with
bacon bits and cheese
WARNING: NOT FOR THE FAINT HEARTED!
Oh So Creamy! And luxurious.
Use the white sauce recipe below to make the
cream soup. This is a thin white sauce
(for a thicker sauce use 350ml liquid)
50g butter
50ml cake flour
2,5ml salt
1ml
500ml
white pepper
milk (or use 250ml milk and 250ml
vegetable stock)
Directions
Melt the butter in a medium size saucepan. Add the cake flour and
stir with a wooden spoon or wire whisk. Add all the liquid stirring
constantly until it thickens. Cook for 5 minutes.
Wash the cauliflower under cold running water.
Cook half of the cauliflower florets in boiling salt water for 3-5
minutes (lid off ). Retain some of the cooking liquid; then, plunge the
cauliflower into cold water to maintain crunch and colour. Scatter the
other half of the cauliflower on a baking tray and drizzle with some
olive oil and sea salt. Oven roast at 180°C for 10 minutes. Remove
from the oven.
Sauté the sliced onion until soft; add the first batch of cooked
cauliflower and nutmeg. Continue cooking for another five minutes.
Take the pan off the heat and let the vegetables cool for five minutes.
Working in batches, puree the vegetables in a blender, adding some
of the cauliflower water.
Add the puree to the white sauce and heat thoroughly. Season to
taste. Dilute with hot milk or hot vegetable stock, if necessary.
Serve the soup in warm soup bowls. Sprinkle with the oven roasted
cauliflower, finely grated cheddar cheese, bacon bits and croutons.
Finish off the soup with a good drizzle of olive oil. Herb oil or pesto
will also work well to drizzle over the soup before serving.
Ingredients
500g cauliflower florets
1 onion, thinly sliced
1ml nutmeg
180g finely grated Cheddar cheese
100g crispy fried streaky bacon, finely chopped
Extra virgin olive oil, to drizzle over soup
before serving
SMART FACT:
The same method can
be used to make cream
soups with broccoli, spinach,
baby marrow, mushrooms or
sweetcorn, fresh from
the cob.
At Checkers
Cheese World
YOU MIGHT
FEEL A LITTLE
SPOILED FOR
CHOICE!
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Chicken Nachos
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Ingredients
1 tbsp. olive oil
300 g Simple Truth Free Range
Boneless and Skinless Chicken
Thighs; diced
1 tbsp. ground coriander
2 tsp. ground cumin
1 tsp. chilli flakes
Salt and pepper
1 jar of tomato salsa
2 bags of nacho chips
1 cup grated cheddar cheese
½ punnet cherry tomatoes; diced
2 spring onions; chopped
2 tbsp. Forage & Feast Jalapeño
Sauce (to taste)
2 avocados
1 lime; juiced (or 1/2 lemon)
Salt and pepper
250 g sour cream to serve
Game night, dinner for two, or solo and hungry?
Whatever your plans are, this irresistible
Mexican dish will make you fall in love with nachos
– that’s if you aren’t already on board!
Directions
Heat olive oil in a pan, then add diced chicken. Sprinkle with the spices and
seasoning, then sauté until chicken is browned and cooked through.
Remove the pan from the heat, then stir in the jar of tomato salsa.
Preheat oven to 180° C, layer half of the nacho chips into an oven-safe dish or
pan, then sprinkle with half of the chicken and cheese, top with more chips and
remaining chicken and cheese.
Bake in the oven for 10 minutes or until cheese is melted. Mix together the
tomatoes, spring onions and jalapeño sauce.
Mash together the avo and lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper.
Once the nachos come out of the oven, top with the fresh tomato salsa, with
mashed avo and sour cream on top, and serve immediately.
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Tango Roast Chicken
with Three-Herb Pesto
Ingredients
For the roast chicken:
1 whole Simple Truth chicken; rinsed and dried
175 g sun-dried tomatoes; soaked overnight in
olive oil
6 black garlic cloves; peeled
Olive oil
1 tsp. (5 ml) paprika
Zest of 1 Tango
3 Tangos; halved
Salt and pepper
1 lemon; sliced
A few sprigs of thyme
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Simple Truth Chicken
For the pesto:
90 g basil
90 g rocket
30 g flat leaf parsley
1 garlic clove; peeled
Juice and zest of half a Tango
¼ cup (60 ml) olive oil
20 g pine nuts or cashews
Salt and pepper
Directions
Preheat oven to 180 °C.
Place the chicken in a roasting tray, breast side up.
Using your fingers, gently loosen the skin from the
breasts, being careful not to tear the skin.
Remove the sun-dried tomatoes from the olive oil
marinade and place in a food processor together
with the black garlic and blend to form a smooth
paste.
Carefully spoon the paste under the skin of the
chicken, spreading it evenly across the entire
breast.
Drizzle a little olive oil over the chicken and season
with paprika, Tango zest, salt and pepper.
Place the halved Tangos, sliced lemon and thyme
around the chicken in the tray. Roast in oven for 1
hour and 20 minutes or until the chicken is golden
and cooked all the way through.
To make the pesto, place all the pesto ingredients
into a food processor and blend until smooth.
Add more olive oil if the consistency is too thick.
Refrigerate until ready to use.
Once the chicken is cooked, remove from oven
and squeeze one of the roasted and charred
Tangos over the top.
Serve chicken with the remaining charred Tangos
and pesto on the side.
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Yellow Curry with
Chicken
& Turmeric
Fresh turmeric root gives this yellow curry its golden glow and it’s packed
with antioxidants. This dish is delicious, wholesome and so easy to make!
Ingredients
2 tbsp. (30 ml) vegetable oil
1 onion; peeled and finely chopped
1 yellow pepper; deseeded and chopped
1 tbsp. (15 ml) fresh ginger; peeled and grated
tbsp. (15 ml) fresh turmeric; peeled and grated
2 garlic cloves; peeled and crushed
2 tsp. (10 ml) ground cumin
2 tsp. (10 ml) ground coriander
½ tsp. (2.5 ml) ground cinnamon
½ tsp. (2.5 ml) dried chilli flakes
½ tsp. (2.5 ml) cayenne pepper
800 g chicken thighs; bone in, skin removed
1 tin (410 g) whole peeled tomatoes
1 cup (250 ml) chicken stock
Handful of fresh coriander; chopped
2 cups (500 ml) cooked brown rice; to serve
Directions
Heat oil in a heavy-based pot over medium heat and gently sauté the onion, yellow pepper, ginger,
turmeric and garlic for a couple of minutes or until the onions begin to soften.
Add cumin, coriander, cinnamon, chilli flakes and cayenne pepper, and sauté for a further 3–5 minutes.
Add chicken thighs and brown on all sides.
Add whole peeled tomatoes and stock, and cover with a lid. Bring to a simmer and allow to cook gently
for about 30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
Garnish with chopped fresh coriander and serve with brown rice.
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FOCUS ON CHECKERS WINTER FOOD: BEEF
Championship
Boerewors
Shakshuka
Bring together a Middle Eastern
favourite and a local champion
to create a feast that will
impress guests from
anywhere in the world.
Ingredients
2 tbsp. olive oil
1 pack of Championship Boerewors
3 tbsp. Forage and Feast Chilli and Tomato Cheese Topper
4 – 6 Simple Truth Free-Range Eggs
1 onion diced
1 pepper diced
4 fresh tomatoes chopped
Salt and pepper
Directions
Cut the Championship Boerewors into smaller sausages.
Heat oil in a pan, then brown the sausages on both sides.
Remove sausages from the pan and set aside.
To the same pan add onion and pepper and sauté until
softened.
Add tomatoes, chutney, salt and pepper then sauté until
tomatoes begin to break down. Return the boerewors to the
pan, then simmer gently for a few minutes.
Crack the eggs into the pan, then cover and cook over low
heat until the eggs are cooked to your liking.
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Spice up
your health
Another night of grilled chicken breasts is good for your diet, but it is also
somewhat boring. Spicing up a plain-but-healthy meal is good for your taste buds
and your health. Reach for your spice rack and you will not only up the flavour of
your food, but you will also get a boost of antioxidants. Nutrition researchers say
that there are more than 100 common spices used in cooking around the world,
and some have proven to be concentrated sources of antioxidants —
substances that protect your cells from damage.
1. Does cinnamon lower blood sugar?
Studies say yes. Cinnamon is especially great for people
who have high blood sugar. It lends a sweet taste to food
without adding sugar, and studies indicate it can lower
blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes.
Cinnamon may also provide heart-healthy benefits, such as
reducing high blood cholesterol and triglyceride levels. That
is especially important for people with diabetes who are at
greater risk for developing heart disease.
Meal tip: Try sprinkling it on yogurt, fruit or hot cereal, or use
it in stews and chillis, or as a meat rub.
2. Can turmeric reduce inflammation?
Turmeric is best known for its use in Indian curry dishes
and has become a trendy superfood for its ability to reduce
inflammation — a common cause of discomfort and illness.
One of the components of turmeric is a substance called
curcumin. Research suggests it may reduce inflammation
in the brain, which has been linked to Alzheimer’s disease
and depression. Because of its anti-inflammatory qualities,
curcumin is also effective at reducing pain and swelling in
people with arthritis
Meal tip: Want to add this powerhouse spice to your diet?
Rub it on roasted vegetables and meats, sprinkle it in tacos
or create a curry.
3. Can ginger get rid of nausea?
Ginger is a tropical plant that has been used in Asian
cultures for thousands of years to treat stomach upset,
diarrhoea and nausea. Research has found that ginger
is effective at calming pregnancy-related nausea and
reducing tummy upset after surgery. Some studies have
also found that ginger cuts the severity of motion sickness
or prevents the symptoms altogether. It may even help with
chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting when taken
along with anti-nausea medications.
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Meal tip: Work this zingy spice into your diet by adding it
to stir-fry dishes, smoothies or sipping it in tea. You can also
add it to homemade salad dressings and baked goods.
4. Is garlic good for your heart?
Most of us are familiar with garlic, but what you might not
know is that eating garlic may protect your heart from
changes that lead to heart disease. Researchers have linked
garlic intake with keeping blood vessels flexible, especially
in women. In addition, studies suggest that eating garlic
may reduce cholesterol and triglycerides.
Meal tip: Pair fresh or powdered garlic with olive oil and
pepper to flavour vegetables or use it with rosemary to
make a tasty meat rub. You can sprinkle it in soups and salad
dressings, too.
5. Can cayenne relieve pain?
Cayenne is a type of chili pepper that you will find in Southwestern
American cuisine as well as Mexican, Creole and
Cajun dishes. Cayenne peppers contain a substance called
capsaicin. It is what makes them spicy and what can provide
pain relief.
Capsaicin reduces the number of pain signals sent to your
brain. The result? You do not register as much discomfort. It
works on pain caused by arthritis and diabetes-related nerve
damage. You can apply creams with capsaicin directly on
joints and muscles.
Meal tip: Use this spice anytime you want to add heat to
your food. It is great in chili, soups and stews, and on meat.
For a fun twist, add a dash to hot chocolate.
Healthiest Ways to Use Spices
Whether you use spices fresh or dried, you will still get
beneficial compounds. Experts point out that frying or
grilling can decrease spices’ antioxidants while microwave
cooking, simmering or stewing foods with spices can
actually heighten their antioxidant levels.
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FOCUS ON CHECKERS WINTER FOOD: PORK
Spanish
Chorizo &
Chickpea Stew
For a hearty meal with big flavour, try this recipe for Spanish chorizo
and chickpea stew. This delicious lunch or dinner option
will soon become a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
2 tbsp. (30 ml) olive oil
220 g chorizo; thinly sliced
1 pack (750 g) Spanish bean soup mix
2 tsp. (10 ml) smoked paprika
1 cup (250 ml) white wine
2 cups (500 ml) chicken stock
1 cup (250 ml) tomato puree
2 tsp. (10 ml) brown sugar
Salt and freshly ground pepper
Handful flat-leaf parsley chopped
Crusty bread, to serve
Directions
Heat olive oil in a heavy-based pot and fry chorizo for 5 minutes.
Add soup pack ingredients and the smoked paprika and sauté for a couple of
minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the white wine and allow liquid to cook away completely.
Add the stock, tomato puree and brown sugar. Simmer for 20 minutes over a
low heat, stirring occasionally.
Remove from heat and season with salt and pepper.
Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with crusty bread.
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Honey & balsamic
pork
rib eye
This succulent pork steak recipe is flashy
enough for a dinner party but quick enough for a busy
weeknight. Need we say more?
Ingredients
2 tbsp. (30 ml) olive oil
4 x 200 g Farmstead pork rib-eye steaks
Salt and freshly ground pepper
½ cup (125 ml) balsamic vinegar
80 ml honey
1 garlic clove; peeled and crushed
4 thyme sprigs
1 star anise
40 g butter
Directions
Drizzle olive oil over the pork steaks and season with salt and freshly ground pepper.
Heat a griddle pan until moderately hot and grill steaks for about 5 min. on each side
or until cooked through and golden. Remove and allow to rest for 5 min.
Place the balsamic vinegar, honey, garlic, thyme and star anise in a small pot and
place over medium heat. Allow to reduce for 2 min. or until the mixture thickens to a
syrupy consistency.
Remove glaze from heat and whisk in the butter along with any juices that have
released from the resting pork.
Drizzle glaze over steaks and serve with salad or veggies.
Find Farmstead
Pork in the butchers
isle at Checkers or
Checkers Hyper
Fleurdal
Pork Cuts Endorsed
by SA’s Top Chefs
Locally sourced,
versatile and full
of flavour, try our
pork cuts endorsed
by the SA Chefs
Association.
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This cut has an abundance of marbling – ribbons
of fat that melt into the lean meat as it is
cooked, delivering a robust buttery flavour. This
makes it less likely to dry out when cooked.
Recommended:
Forage and Feast Balsamic Vinegar Bottle 250ml
The sweet and sour tang of this premium balsamic vinegar adds
richness, depth and flavour to your cooking. On its own or mixed
with olive oil, it makes fabulous salad dressings and marinades.
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FOCUS ON CHECKERS WINTER FOOD: LAMB
Lamb
Shank
Pie
Take our succulent Ready to Cook
Lamb Shanks and add a sprinkling
of peas to elevate them into a
delicious lamb shank pie.
Ingredients
3 x Ready to Cook Lamb Shanks
100 g frozen peas
1 roll of puff pastry
2 eggs; lightly beaten
Directions
Preheat oven to 190 ºC.
Place the Ready to Cook Lamb Shanks into a pie
dish and sprinkle over the peas.
Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface
and carefully place over the pie dish, allowing for
the lamb shank bones to pierce through the pastry.
Pinch the sides of the pastry neatly down.
Brush the pastry with the beaten egg and bake in
oven for about 30 – 45 minutes or until the puff
pastry is crispy and golden brown and the lamb
shanks have heated through.
Ready To Cook Lamb Shanks 1.2kg
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Liquid
GOLD
Food is part of our lives. To eat and
enjoy food is to feed your soul. You
experience elements of emotion,
imagination and memories.
If we want to cook well there is almost nothing to stop
us. Modern cooking is about taste and about flavour,
whether robust or delicate, sweet or earthy, pungent
or aromatic. Simplicity of style does away with
disguises, complex sauces and elaborate combinations
of ingredients. The essential qualities of the food shines
through. The result… cooking is lighter, fresher and
healthier.
Start with a good investment in your kitchen – liquid
gold aka olive oil. The world seems to have developed
a taste for olive oil but the health benefits have been
known for centuries... from suppleness of skin to lower
cholesterol levels.
When buying olive oil and the adventure is new to
you, buy smaller quantities and make notes on the
flavour, colour and aroma, as you would for wine.
Once the bottle is open, use the oil. Pour it, don’t store
it! Olive oil does not age well. Light and heat is the
worst enemies for oil, so store it in a dark, cool place
AWAY from the stove.
Types of olive oil and their uses:
Extra Virgin Olive Oil is the best grade and comes from
the first pressing of olives. It has a low acidity and a
good fruit flavour. It can be used for salads or dipping
bread at the table.
Virgin Olive Oil: also from the first press of olives,
slightly higher acidity, use in the same way as for extra
virgin olive oil.
Light Olive Oil: it is light in colour and has less flavour;
however, it has the same beneficial traits as the other
olive oils. Use for baking and cooking.
Lastly, even though olive oil is healthy, it does not mean that you should
be sopping your bread in the oil as 30ml olive oil has the same total fat
value of two scoops of ice cream! Nevertheless, invest in your health and
buy the best quality olive oil you can afford!
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Mushroom Risotto
Impress even the fussiest foodies with this easy recipe for mushroom risotto. You’ll
bring a little taste of Italy to your next meal with just a few quality ingredients.
Ingredients
1 onion peeled & finely chopped
2 garlic cloves peeled & crushed
1 punnet mixed mushrooms sliced
6 thyme sprigs, leaves only; chopped
1½ cups (375 ml) risotto rice
½ cup (125 ml) white wine
2½ cups (625 ml) vegetable or chicken
stock
¼ cup (60 ml) grated Parmareggio
24-Month-Matured Parmigiano
Reggiano
Salt & freshly ground pepper
1 tbsp. (15 ml) mascarpone
Fresh parsley chopped
Truffle oil (optional)
Directions
Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat and sauté onions, garlic, mushrooms and
thyme until translucent.
Add rice and fry for about a minute.
Add the white wine and allow it to bubble away.
Heat the stock in a separate pot and keep warm.
Add a ladle of the stock and stir continuously, allowing the rice to completely absorb
the liquid before adding the next ladle.
Continue this process until the stock is finished and rice is creamy and cooked through.
Season with salt and pepper and stir in the grated Parmesan.
Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with a dollop of mascarpone and a drizzle of
truffle oil.
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Pâte Sucrée (for the pre-baked tartlet shells)
Yield: 350/400g pastry
125g butter
60g castor sugar
25g egg yolks (1x egg yolk)
190g cake flour
Method:
Sift the flour into a bowl.
Combine the butter and sugar in a mixing bowl of a food mixer.
Use the paddle attachment and cream until the mixture is well
combined.
Add the egg yolk and cream well.
Add the cake flour and mix until it resembles fine breadcrumbs.
Bring the pastry together using your hands; do not knead the
pastry.
Shape the pastry into a rectangular shape and wrap in cling wrap
(plastic wrap). Rest the dough in the fridge for at least 30 minutes
before use.
Line the chosen, prepared (with Spray and Cook) tartlets tins with
the above pastry. Bake at 180°C for 15 minutes. Leave to cool.
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MINUTES SERVINGS INGREDIENTS
Tartlet filling:
250ml fresh cream
250ml double-thick Greek yoghurt (plain, vanilla flavour
or coconut flavour)
115ml condensed milk
15ml runny honey
2,5ml vanilla paste
Small pinch of salt
Method:
Mix all the ingredients for the tartlet filling together and then
divide evenly among the pre-baked tartlet shells.
Bake 10 minutes (12 minutes maximum) at 140°C.
Remove from the oven (filling will still not be set completely)
and leave to cool at room temperature (or leave overnight in the
refrigerator).
Top with honey roasted strawberries and blueberries.
Honey roasted strawberries and blueberries:
200g strawberries, trimmed,
washed and cut into halves
100g blueberries
25g butter, at room temperature
50g icing sugar
25ml runny honey
2,5ml lemon juice
Few mint sprigs
Method:
Preheat the oven to 180°C. Grease a small baking try with the
butter.
To make the honey roasted strawberries and blue berries: spread
the strawberries out on the buttered baking tray. Sift the icing
sugar over the berries, drizzle with the honey and lemon juice.
Add the mint sprigs to the berries on the tray. Roast for 8-10
minutes in the oven. Remove from the oven and allow to cool
before transferring to a small bowl.
Once cool enough, top the yoghurt-baked tartlets with the ovenroasted
berries and a sprig of fresh mint.
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for my honey
Baked yoghurt
tartlets and
honey roasted
strawberries
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