Spanish omelette

Fluffy vegetarian tortilla is a great meal to make with older children- this one’s filled with peppers and potatoes

Tomato & basil granita

An unusual and delicious dinner party starter

Lightly spiced carrot soup

A satisfying soup which is delicately spiced and works well as a rustic starter

Simple coconut & bean soup

This vegetarian meal in a bowl shows how something delicious can be made from mostly storecupboard ingredients

Creamy potato salad with broad beans

This homemade salad is so much better than shop-bought

Makhani dhal

Dhal, made from lentils, peas or beans, is
eaten all over India, with bread or rice

Just-egg sandwiches

A classic egg mayonnaise recipe to generously spread on buttered white bread – an afternoon tea or lunchbox staple

Chickpeas with tomatoes & spinach

For a great night in, whip up this warming meal, serve with a bit of naan and get comfy on the sofa

Vietnamese veggie hotpot

A warming supper dish that’s aromatic without being spicy, so the kids can enjoy it too

Honeyed winter salad

Bring summer to winter with this fresh salad – it contains 3 of your 5-a-day too