Mustardy baked onions

Simple oven-roasted red onions with punchy mustard and balsamic coating make a vibrant side that’s really versatile

Turnip & butternut smash

For an alternative to mashed potato or served with another potato dish, try crushing up root vegetables with plenty of butter and nutmeg

Spicy beef, shiitake & aubergine stir-fry

This Asian stir-fry with mushrooms uses extra-lean beef mince instead of steak for a low-calorie and low-cost meal

Spiced carrot, chickpea & almond pilaf

A one-pot rice dish with North African flavours that works equally well as a side or main

Tomato & onion bake with goat’s cheese

Family food on a budget in this comforting vegetarian one-dish bake with cheesy topping

Choc chip, peanut butter & banana pancake filling

A sweet, sumptuous pancake filling – and a selection of some of our other favourites

Jewelled couscous

Serve your grain with cucumber, apricot, peppers, olives and tomatoes then drizzle with lemon-infused oil for a mellow finish

Tuna & broccoli pasta bake

A family favourite, this filling and warming supper is ready in under half an hour – and uses lots of storecupboard ingredients

Energy bites

Shape a mix of peanut butter, flaxseeds, pecans, raisins and coconut into balls for a healthy, energy-boosting snack

American blueberry pancakes

Light, fluffy and fruity, these pancakes are a US classic. Serve them stacked high with syrup and extra fruit