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  • Family servings of creamy halloumi & tomato curry

    Creamy halloumi & tomato curry

    A star rating of 4.9 out of 5.107 ratings

    Enjoy halloumi in this family-friendly curry – it has a wonderful texture, similar to paneer. You may want to halve the amount of garam masala for young children

  • A creamy salmon, leek & potato traybake

    Creamy salmon, leek & potato traybake

    A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.454 ratings

    Nestle leeks, potato and capers around salmon fillets to make this easy traybake for two. It's great as an midweek meal, or for a more romantic occasion

  • A pan serving tomato & mascarpone risotto

    Tomato & mascarpone risotto

    A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.256 ratings

    This comforting risotto is perfect for a weekend wind-down for special mid-week meal. Switch mascarpone with cream cheese for a cheaper alternative

  • One fajita chicken rice bowl with burnt lime

    Fajita chicken rice bowl with burnt lime

    A star rating of 4.3 out of 5.62 ratings

    Make crowd-pleasing fajitas the easy way with this one-tray recipe that's full of nutrients and low in fat and calories. It makes a speedy midweek meal

  • Three plates of creamy garlic pasta

    Creamy garlic pasta

    A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.53 ratings

    This creamy tagliatelle recipe makes a comforting midweek meal. Any long pasta will work, so use whatever you have in the cupboard

  • Gnocchi cacio e pepe served in bowls

    Gnocchi cacio e pepe

    A star rating of 4.4 out of 5.36 ratings

    Enjoy a comforting bowl of gnocchi with parmesan and black pepper. It's simple but utterly delicious – and the best part is, it only takes seven minutes to make

  • Spaghetti puttanesca served in a pan

    Spaghetti puttanesca

    A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.228 ratings

    Cook up this classic sauce in one pan, then toss with spaghetti for a simple midweek meal. It's budget-friendly too, making it a great meal for the family

  • Pork souvlaki served on a plate

    Pork souvlaki

    A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.76 ratings

    Serve our speedy pork souvlaki skewers when you’re in need of a quick and easy midweek meal. Serve with flatbreads and yogurt and chilli sauces on the side

  • Fajita-style pasta in a large bowl

    Fajita-style pasta

    A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.172 ratings

    Take the aromatic flavours of a classic Mexican fajita and combine with pasta for this easy, vibrant meal. It's an ideal Friday night dinner

  • Chicken curry with rice on plate

    Easy chicken curry

    A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.317 ratings

    This easy staple chicken curry is a fantastic recipe for family dinners. It's made with just a handful of ingredients and is enriched with creamy yogurt

  • Chicken pasta bake served in a casserole dish

    Chicken pasta bake

    A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.930 ratings

    Enjoy this gooey cheese and chicken pasta bake for the ultimate weekday family dinner. Serve straight from the dish with a dressed green salad

  • Sausage ragu served in a casserole dish

    Sausage ragu

    A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.546 ratings

    Feed the family this comforting, budget-friendly sausage ragu with pasta. You can freeze the leftovers for another time and it tastes just as good

  • Creamy pesto & kale pasta served in a bowl

    Creamy pesto & kale pasta

    A star rating of 4.2 out of 5.82 ratings

    Enjoy our creamy pesto and kale pasta as a tasty and nutritious supper. Make it with just a handful of ingredients and storecupboard staples

  • Meatball black bean chilli served in a casserole dish

    Meatball black bean chilli

    A star rating of 4.4 out of 5.124 ratings

    Double the amounts for this one-pot black bean chilli, then freeze the leftovers for busy days. It tastes just as great reheated as it does freshly cooked

  • Spicy chickpea stew in a casserole dish

    Spicy chickpea stew

    A star rating of 4.4 out of 5.18 ratings

    Make a filling meal that encourages healthy gut bacteria with this chickpea and cauliflower stew. A valuable plant-based protein, chickpeas are full of fibre

  • Veggie sausage casserole in a casserole dish

    Veggie sausage casserole

    A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.19 ratings

    Make this casserole with veggie sausages and butterbeans for a flavourful family meal that delivers four of your 5-a-day. Serve with warm crusty bread

  • Chicken, leek & brown rice stir-fry in a bowl

    Chicken, leek & brown rice stir-fry

    A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.131 ratings

    Combine the classic flavours of chicken and chorizo with kale and rice for a substantial yet speedy dinner, taking less than 20 minutes to make

  • Roasted carrot & whipped feta tart

    Roasted carrot & whipped feta tart

    A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.21 ratings

    Make the most of budget-friendly carrots with this colourful veggie tart, topped with lemon rind curls and homemade carrot-top pesto

  • Bean & halloumi stew served in a bowl

    Bean & halloumi stew

    A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.391 ratings

    Use a can of mixed beans to make this tomato-based veggie stew with halloumi. Make it in just 25 minutes for a quick and easy midweek supper

  • Veggie yaki udon in a wok

    Veggie yaki udon

    A star rating of 4.2 out of 5.137 ratings

    Pack in the veg with our flavour-packed Japanese-inspired yaki udon. It's healthy, takes just 25 minutes to make, and is low in fat and calories

  • Piri-piri chicken with smashed sweet potatoes & broccoli served in a casserole dish

    Chicken and sweet potato traybake

    A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.224 ratings

    Serve up an easy one-pan traybake of piri-piri chicken with sweet potatoes and broccoli. As well as being simple to make, it delivers three of your 5-a-day

  • Roasted cauliflower & chickpea coconut curry in a pan

    Roasted cauliflower & chickpea coconut curry

    A star rating of 4.3 out of 5.53 ratings

    On a mission to eat less meat? Tom Kerridge's roasted cauliflower and chickpea coconut curry will be a new favourite. Enjoy with your choice of sides

  • Paneer korma served in a casserole dish

    Paneer korma

    A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.133 ratings

    Cook this recipe inspired by saag paneer in just 30 minutes. It's a flavourful veggie curry that's heady with fresh ginger and cardamom. Serve with rice or naan breads

  • Prawn tikka masala served with rice

    Prawn tikka masala

    A star rating of 4.9 out of 5.126 ratings

    Forget a takeaway and tuck into a midweek meal that will please the whole family with our easy, low calorie prawn tikka masala. Serve with naan breads

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