Irresistible recipes to make this Mother's Day unforgettable

WITH Mother's Day on the horizon, many are seeking an ideal way to celebrate the extraordinary woman who has nurtured and cared for them.

- LUTHO PASIYA

This year, why not take a culinary journey to express your love and appreciation?

Cooking a delightful meal or baking a sweet treat can create cherished memories while also allowing you to convey your heartfelt sentiments deliciously.

Below, we present a selection of mouth-watering recipes that capture the essence of Mother's Day celebrations.

Chef Tinotenda Sadziwa’s grilled chicken with ratatouille

INGREDIENTS

For the ratatouille

6 tbsp olive oil

2 medium eggplants, cut into bite-size chunks

3 medium zucchini — cut into bite-size chunks

Sea salt and ground black pepper to taste

2 red, 2 yellow, and 2 green peppers, chopped

2 red onions, diced

3 garlic cloves sliced

1 punnet of cherry tomatoes

1 tbsp aged balsamic vinegar

2 tbsp tomato paste

15g fresh basil, plus extra to garnish

1 tsp fresh thyme leaves

For the grilled chicken

4 large garlic cloves, minced

6 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

1 tsp rosemary

½ tsp dried oregano

½ tsp dried thyme

1½ tsp salt

1½ tsp freshly ground black pepper

1.5kg boneless, skinless chicken breasts

METHOD

Heat half of the oil in a large oven-proof skillet over medium heat.

Add the eggplant and fry until golden brown (2-3 minutes).