Author: Stéan Kruger

Roasted Chicken, Parmesan -and Basil Cream Gnocchi

Roasted Chicken, Parmesan -and Basil Cream Gnocchi

If you’re looking for a quick midweek supper that is both easy to make and delicous to eat, look no further. This recipe is all about easy “shortcut” ingredients that when fused together maximize flavor! I think there is a certain charm to using exceptionally 

Mediterranean Roasted Vegetable Soup

Mediterranean Roasted Vegetable Soup

Welcome to “Reinventing the Soup 2.0”! This recipe follows my previous post (Mushroom Soup with Thyme and Crème Fraîche) wherein I, elaborately, explained my need to reinvent, re-experience and re-explore my soup repertoire. If you read my previous post, feel free to skip directly to 

Mushroom Soup with Thyme and Crème Fraîche

Mushroom Soup with Thyme and Crème Fraîche

It is winter and this season calls for soup. For a while I wasn’t all too excited when it came to soup. Don’t get me wrong; I love soup to the extent where I’ve been known to have 5L of frozen soup, neatly portioned out 

Crispy Batter Fried Fish

Crispy Batter Fried Fish

If you, like me, have been searching for years to find the perfect fried fish batter that is, in my opinion, golden, crunchy and delicious without being too heavy – look no further. I recently discovered  this recipe for fried hake or cod tacos on “The 

Asparagus & Mushroom Risotto

Asparagus & Mushroom Risotto

I believe everyone should have a delicious Risotto recipe for times when only Italian comfort will do. Risotto originates from the north of Italy and consist of Arborio rice cooked in chicken, vegetable or beef broth with onions, garlic, parmesan and wine – delicious.  Yes, 

Chickpea Hummus with Tahini

Chickpea Hummus with Tahini

Humus is a Middle Eastern -and Mediterranean dish that is often served as a dip or spread along with many other tapas- or meze-style food, such as felafels, lamb koftas, artichokes, tofu, sun-dried tomatoes, olives, capers and flatbreads. There are many recipes and variations of 

Lemony Chicken Pasta

Lemony Chicken Pasta

You can view my YouTube channel “Cooking In The Veld” by clicking the link below or by scanning the QR code. YouTube Recipe Vlog: https://linktr.ee/Stean_Kruger As far as favorite ingredients go, lemons are mine. I absolutely adore these vibrant yellow-green fruit with their enchanting fragrance and marvelous flavor. To 

Chimichurri (Argentina & Uruguay)

Chimichurri (Argentina & Uruguay)

This is one of the most versatile condiments when it comes to freshly braaied (the South African version of a ‘barbecue’) steaks, seared lamb and roasted chicken! This perfectly balanced pesto-like condiment is an authentic dressing that originated in Argentina and Uruguay and while there 

Smoked Trout with Asparagus

Smoked Trout with Asparagus

Smoked trout is one of my favorite fish to eat and when pared with vibrant green asparagus, you can’t help but to feel you’re indulging in a healthy way, unplanned as it may be. I source the fish from Milly’s, a local trout farm stall 

Cornish Pies – An English Comfort

Cornish Pies – An English Comfort

One of my favorite comfort foods, this British comfort comes from Cornwall in England where it is a national dish! In my opinion, any dish worthy of being a national dish requires no justification as to why it so often finds it way to my