Claire Thomson has produced a week’s worth of easy dinners to help you and your family settle back into the school routine. These veggie chimichangas use up the leftover bean mix from the chilli and make a healthy alternative to the deep-fried versions
A classic beef burger is a must-have at a barbecue. Pack blue cheese in the centre to make it a little more special and serve with your favourite sides
Vibrant and fresh, these toasts are great for al fresco eating. Spread thickly with goat’s cheese and top with minty peas and beans, plus lemon zest for colour
Enjoy these healthy spelt pancakes filled with spinach, ricotta and tomato – they deliver all of your 5-a-day, plus spinach supports bone and eye health
These savoury beef pasties are spiced with hot curry paste for an extra kick. Serve with mixed vegetables to make a satisfying meal
Enjoy our best ever buffalo wings – the all-American snack of chicken wings in a spicy sauce, served with blue cheese dressing – for a Friday night treat
Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims/non-pork eaters.
Enjoy fries loaded with tomatoes, soured cream, jalapeños and pickled red onions – perfect for movie nights or entertaining, they’ll be a big hit with any crowd
Sneak in an extra portion of veg in the form of the courgettes in this veggie version of puttanesca. Taking 35 minutes, it’s a low-fat and low-calorie lunch
Bake these vegetarian dinner party pastries for a special occasion, like Christmas Day. They’re filled with squash, spinach, chestnut mushrooms and tangy blue cheese
Make this vegetable soup for a healthy lunch. Cottage cheese is the secret ingredient in the gluten-free dumplings – a healthier option and adding in calcium
Got a glut of parsnips? Do something different with this familiar veg box favourite and rustle up some spiced parsnip and maple muffins for the cake tin
Serve our rosemary polenta bites with peperonata as canapés or a starter ahead of a celebration. They’re ideal for a special occasion such as Christmas
