Spicy tofu kedgeree

A spicy vegetarian dish which is great for feeding friends in a hurry. Try it with smoked mackerel, too

Custard tart with nutmeg pastry

There’s something so honest about a custard tart, simply topped with a grating of nutmeg

Warm pesto roast veg

A great accompaniment to pasta, make ahead and take some to work to spruce up your lunch

Indian winter soup

This warming winter soup is high in fibre, low in fat and can be frozen for ultimate convenience

Mixed seed bread

This recipe uses a basic bread dough method, but the mix of flours gives an interesting texture and flavour

Butternut & rosemary pizza

This easy, flavour-packed pizza uses a pack of bread mix and doesn’t need to be left to rise

Creamy spiced dhal

Dhal is super-easy and cheap to make – plus lentils are really good for you, so it’s a winner from all sides

Roast fish & chips with orange raita

A healthy treat to keep the whole family satisfied

Moroccan turkey salad

Use up abundant roast meat in a healthy salad with aubergine, tomatoes, pomegranate and mint

Lamb with spicy chickpeas

A storecupboard favourite, harissa can turn a bit of meat into a real treat. Leftovers make a good salad too

Spiced sweet potato salad with crisp noodles

The noodles are fried until crisp and then scattered over this colourful salad for a bit of crunch

Teriyaki noodle broth

A light ramen-like soup with noodles, chicken and a spiced stock base