One of the most common messages we get during autumn and winter is: “Tash… what is this black sticky stuff all over my citrus leaves?” And honestly, once you notice it, you suddenly start seeing it EVERYWHERE on citrus trees. That black layer underneath the leaves —...
How I Care for Our Citrus at VanZylStead Now — So Winter Rewards Us If you’ve been following VanZylStead for a while, you’ll know our citrus trees are not just trees. They’re part of our rhythm. The lemons for winter honey tea. The naartjies the kids peel on the...
You should always clean your cutting board after each use, especially if you are using your board to cut raw meat, fish, or poultry. "If you've been working with raw meat, it's especially important to clean it right away as this poses a high risk of cross-contamination of harmful bacteria like salmonella or E.
A lot of people think risotto is complicated to make, but it is actually really simple – all you need is a good recipe, like this yummy one from Heleen Meyer. Risotto is a popular Italian rice dish that can be served as a starter, main course or side dish. Arborio rice is a short grain rice and gives this dish its typical creamy, soft texture. Stock is gradually stirred into the rice so that it can cook slowly, but it
should not be cooked until it is completely soft. The Italians refer to this as ‘al dente’, as with pasta. In this recipe Heleen combines lemon, thyme and peas, which is absolutely delicious together.
Everyone knows a jacket potato as a side dish, and it’s often served with dollops of sour cream. Heleen Meyer has a mouth-watering healthier alternative, with just as much (and even more) flavour. When roasting sweet potatoes, their natural sweetness becomes even more prominent. Preparing them in the skin adds colour and fiber to your meal and it’s so much quicker to prepare – no peeling necessary and no waste.
