A MOTHER’S DAY BREAKFAST FIT FOR A QUEEN

Mother’s Day is around the corner. On this special day, we take a moment to celebrate all the moms, thanking them for their love and sacrifices. Make sure to start the day on the right note with this delicious breakfast treat that’s fit for a queen

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Egg tartlets
Egg lovers, this eggcellent and super tasty breakfast treat is for you!

How to

1. On a lightly floured surface
2. Gently roll out 1 sheet ready-made puff pastry
3. Cut into 4
4. Line a greased pastry case with 1 of the squares
5. Roll over the case with a rolling pin (or whatever you have at hand – like a glass bottle or canister) to cut off the edges
6. Pierce with a fork (to release air) and blind bake at 180°C for 12 – 15 minutes.
7. Fill with a mixture of braised onion, mushrooms and bacon
8. Create a little well and crack a fresh egg into the centre of the vegetable mix
9. Season with fresh thyme, salt and pepper
10. Bake at 200°C for 10 minutes, or until your preference of runny egg

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Weetbix fritters
South Africans and weetbix are a match made in heaven. These easy-to-make fritters will have every weetbix lover in your household asking for more.

How to

1. Add 3 large eggs to a mixing bowl
2. 1/3 cup milk or dairy alternative
3. 1 mashed banana
4. Whisk well
5. Add 1 tsp baking powder, 1 tsp cinnamon, 2 tbsp flour and incorporate well
6. Add 2 crushed Weetbix and combine
7. Dip sliced apple pieces in flour and then in the Weetbix batter
8. Heat frying oil over high heat
9. Test the temp by dropping a little of the batter into the oil – if it sizzles, it’s ready
10. Fry until golden brown and drain on kitchen towel. Serve immediately

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