Five easy air fryer recipes to get you through the week
Take the hassle of out cooking this week and put your trusted air fryer to work with these five easy recipes. We've included four meals perfect for weeknight cooking, plus one sweet treat for a bit of indulgence!
Air fryer chicken meatballs in harissa cream
I like to cook with chicken mince - you require few ingredients to get tasty results, and it is ready in no time.
Michael le Grange
Air fryer mac-and-cheese
This classic comfort food is a hit with both kids and grown-ups. For an extra twist, I prepare it in a cake tin that fits perfectly in most air fryer baskets.
Michael Le Grange
Midweek quiche in the air fryer
A stalwart that you can rely on for a flavoursome meal.
Michael la Grange
Air fryer gem squash with crispy bacon and cheese crumbs
Like my mother used to make, except I've added a savoury crust for extra texture.
Michael la Grange
Milk tart in the air fryer
Here's the air fryer version of South Africa's favourite teatime treat!
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Five easy air fryer recipes to get you through the week
Take the hassle of out cooking this week and put your trusted air fryer to work with these five easy recipes. We've included four meals perfect for weeknight cooking, plus one sweet treat for a bit of indulgence! Air fryer chicken meatballs in harissa cream I like to cook with chicken mince - you require few ingredients to get tasty results, and it is ready in no time. Michael le Grange Air fryer mac-and-cheese This classic comfort food is a hit with both kids and grown-ups. For an extra twist, I prepare it in a cake tin that fits perfectly in most air fryer baskets. Michael Le Grange Midweek quiche in the air fryer A stalwart that you can rely on for a flavoursome meal. Michael la Grange Air fryer gem squash with crispy bacon and cheese crumbs Like my mother used to make, except I've added a savoury crust for extra texture. Michael la Grange Milk tart in the air fryer Here's the air fryer version of South Africa's favourite teatime treat!
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