Stuffed mussels

A cold weather treat for two, make sure you choose nice big mussels to make it worth the effort

Greek lamb & macaroni bake

A cross between moussaka and macaroni cheese, this thrifty Mediterranean pasta bake makes for a hearty meal

Frankie pasta bake

A simple student pasta and tomato dish – delicious, filling and cheap to boot

Fab sandwich fillers

These sandwich ideas are great for a school packed lunch and they’re so tasty, you’ll be taking them to work for your lunch, too

Garlic bacon butties

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
You’ll need good, crusty white bread for these instant hangover cures

Turkey burgers

If you find it hard to get your kids to eat high-fibre food, these burgers contain hidden oats

Fragrant chicken curry with chick peas

A low-fat curry that’s packed with full, fragrant flavour – you can make it in one pot, too

Blackberry jam

Make this easy blackberry jam with your glut of summer fruit – perfect with fresh white bread. Use jam sugar (with added pectin) to make sure it sets properly

Prawn, pomegranate & grapefruit salad

Bypass bread croutons and a heavy cream dressing and instead serve up a crispy, fruity salad with shellfish

Roast aubergine parmigiana

An Italian-style roasted vegetable gratin with tomato and basil sauce, Parmesan and mozzarella

Red onion & Indian-spiced hummus

A hummus is a perfect starter for sharing. This one is spiked with gentle spices, guaranteed to rouse the senses

Selkirk Bannock

Serve this Scottish classic with plenty of butter. If you have any leftover, toast it for breakfast or use for a bread & butter pudding