Vegetarian pastitsio

In our veggie version of this Greek pasta dish, budget-friendly lentils replace the meat and we’ve used a little balsamic vinegar instead of grape

Air fryer chicken thighs

Cooking chicken thighs in an air fryer is a speedy way to achieve succulent meat with a delicious crispy skin. A spicy coating makes the perfect finishing touch

Chicken pesto orzo salad

Elevate standard pasta salad by using orzo and pesto. The dish also offers a good way to make the most of asparagus while it’s in season in the spring, too

Easy pesto

Blend together pine nuts or cashews, basil, parmesan, garlic and olive oil to make your own pesto. It’s perfect for pizzas, pasta and sandwiches

Herby paneer baked rice

Throw together basmati rice, paneer, mangetout and peas to make this quick and easy veggie dinner for two. It’s a great choice for busy weeknights

Coconut & corn curry

Enjoy this warming coconut and corn curry for an easy meat-free meal for two. Full of warming spices, it’s a quick and comforting vegan dinner

Vegan kebabs

Stuffed with marinated tempeh patties and pickled cabbage, these vegan kebabs are ready in just 16 minutes. They’re healthy, full of fibre and one of your five-a-day

Wild mushroom mac ‘n’ cheese

Give mac ’n’ cheese a mushroom makeover for a freeze-ahead family meal. Using dried wild mushrooms means you don’t have to wait until they’re in season

Orecchiette with butter beans, parsley, chilli & lemon

Make this simple pasta dish using whatever you’ve got to hand, including different pasta shapes, beans or chopped tomatoes. You can leave out the chilli if you prefer

Roast chicken with parmesan & thyme dauphinoise potatoes

Break away from your usual roast chicken and potatoes with this version that uses the meat juices to baste a creamy dauphinoise. It’s sure to impress for Sunday lunch

Red pepper & anchovy spaghetti

Make the most of anchovies by combining them with red peppers in this speedy pasta dish. The sweetness of the peppers complements the umami anchovies so well

Sloppy joes

Give mince a makeover with this American-inspired favourite. Known as a ‘loose meat’ sandwich, this saucy, savoury filling can be adapted to your tastes