Pearl barley, bacon & leek casserole

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
This storecupboard grain makes a great alternative to rice or couscous. Team with bacon and veggies in this risotto-like stew

Chunky butternut mulligatawny

This spicy soup with basmati rice and apples is chunky, warming and wholesome – plus its low in fat and calories to boot.

Thai prawn & peanut noodle soup

Try this punchy aromatic broth that’s packed with Asian spice and fresh flavours – top with nuts and chilli to your liking

Thai prawns with pineapple & green beans

This midweek stir-fry is packed with goodness from the crunchy veggies. It’s flavoured with lime, Thai basil and ginger

Mushroom fajitas with avocado hummus

Get four of your 5-a-day in one hit thanks to these tortilla wraps with spicy mushrooms, avocado hummus and griddled onions

Spiced braised venison with chilli & chocolate

This can be eaten as stew or used in a pastry or cottage pie. The chocolate adds an extra richness and glossiness to the finished sauce

Tender roast duck with citrus & carrots

Buying ready-prepared duck confit makes this luxurious meal for two really simple. Try it served with mashed potatoes and watercress

Hummus & avocado sandwich topper

Spruce up hummus with coriander, red onion, tomatoes and lemon and stuff into pitta or serve piled on wholegrain or rye bread

Crunchy salsa cod

Top white fish with tomato salsa, avocado, tortilla chips and coriander for a quick midweek supper

Sweet potato shepherd’s pie

Swap mashed potato for vibrant sweet potato and bulk out your lean lamb or beef mince with red lentils for a slimmer take on this comforting classic

French country fish & mussel stew

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

This rustic fish broth is perfect for entertaining. Use sustainable white fish such as haddock and add to a saffron-flavoured light sauce

Tasty turkey meatballs

Swap beef mince and breadcrumbs with lean turkey and oats. Serve in a tomato sauce with pasta or potatoes. See the tip to make a vegetarian version – Penne with fennel & Parmesan.