Pressed picnic sandwich

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

A great recipe for kids to assemble – fully load a ciabatta loaf with favourites like prosciutto, artichokes, peppers, spinach and mozzarella

Asian chicken salad

This easy-to-prepare salad is filled with zingy flavours – the simplified version is great for kids’ lunchboxes too

Cornbread muffins

These savoury snacks are brilliant for picnics and lunchboxes – plus they can be frozen ahead

Fab sandwich fillers

These sandwich ideas are great for a school packed lunch and they’re so tasty, you’ll be taking them to work for your lunch, too

Fruit & spice soda bread

A traditional Irish loaf that uses bicarbonate of soda instead of yeast – this version is sweetly spiced with fruit and oats

Speedy meatball stew

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Serve beef meatballs in a tomato casserole with garlic and rosemary and eat with pasta or crusty bread

Tortellini with pesto & broccoli

A speedy pasta salad with Mediterranean flavours – perfect for packed lunches

Smashed bean dip

Dip vegetable crudités into this low-fat, moreish dip for a superhealthy snack fix

Superfood pasta salad

This tasty superfood pasta is packed with crunch and flavour

Cheesy spinach bake

Add some glamour to your lunchbox with this smart vegetarian recipe