Bread pudding can probably be classified as a universal, traditional comfort food. Through the ages, people have been loathe to waste food. Bread - the staff of life - is found in most homes and bread pudding is a perfect use for stale bread. Bread pudding can be assembled well ahead of time, ...
Desserts
Malvapoeding – traditional South African dessert
South Africans have, through the ages, enjoyed their desserts. In yester years, it was the exception when some form of sweetness was not served at the end of dinner, which usually included meat. In many homes, meat was served three times a day – at breakfast, dinner and supper. No wonder a little ...
Cloud pudding – quick and easy Summer dessert
In this hot weather, I like to have a quick and easy cold dessert to hand that can be thrown together at a moment’s notice. Something that has a few basic ingredients, can be whipped together quickly and easily, and be ready to serve within the hour. This took me to thinking about Jeanne in ...
Pineapple cream
Quick and easy dessert for Father’s Day. What’s your dad’s favorite dessert? Traditional melktert (milk tart) is always a winner. Consider making small, bite-sized tartlets for a change. Follow the melktert recipe in our book (page 144), but instead of lining a pie-plate, cut about 48 ...
Coconut custard tart
Quick and easy dessert This crustless tart will provide the finishing touch to a meal without any special planning or effort. Basic ingredients are used. Everything is mixed together and put into the oven, and the result can be eaten hot, warm or cold – with or without the addition of custard, ...
