Make-ahead gravy

Prepare this traditional accompaniment to roast dinner before the main event – use off-cuts and plenty of onion to add flavour and colour

Leek & bacon risotto

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
A handful of ingredients and a quick and simple method – midweek cooking couldn’t be easier

Creamy seafood stew

A low-fat seafood stew that tastes anything but, and all ready in 30 minutes too

Perky turkey soup

A warming winter treat, this spicy turkey soup is a great use of Christmas leftovers – happy Boxing Day!

Melting cheese courgettes

This courgette dish is a perfect supper solution, and would go well with grilled chicken or fish

Chorizo & chickpea soup

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

Sizzling Chorizo & chickpea soup

Bangers & beans in a pan

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

A new twist on an old favourite, great for an easy after work or after school supper – easily doubled or trebled

Quick curried kedgeree

Makes a great weekend brunch or supper

Spicy turkey & pepper bake

This warming bake is a real family winner, it's cheap, low-fat and superhealthy

Buttery baked corn on the cob

The taste of warm, buttery corn on the cob is hard to beat on a summer day, and it makes a great side dish to spicy chicken

Spaghetti with walnuts, raisins & parsley

Use up leftover Christmas fruit and nuts in this superhealthy and super quick meal

Whip-round-the-fridge rice

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

This recipe is great for using up leftovers. Feel free to bung anything in – it's always delicious