8 simple recipes to make with 5 ingredients or less

Keep your shopping list low-cost and fuss-free with these simple recipes.

Smoked mackerel & leek hash with horseradish

Make this mackerel and leek hash in just 30 minutes using store cupboard favourites, such as olive oil and a jar of horseradish. It uses just a few ingredients and can be served in the pan for a simple family dinner.

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Mushroom jacket potatoes

Rustle up these tasty mushroom jacket potatoes for a healthy, low-calorie and filling lunch or supper. They’re gluten-free, too!

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Creamy squash linguine

This low-cost, low-calorie dish throws the spotlight on one of our favourite vegetables. It’s even more delicious when it’s been roasted and tossed in pasta. This dish is vegan, too!

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Pesto & goat’s cheese risotto

Stripped down to just a few simple ingredients, this creamy risotto is still just as delicious and packed with Italian flavours.

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Butter bean & chorizo stew

A hearty stew to feed a family with just four ingredients. Spicy chorizo and fresh pesto provide tons of flavour and it’s on the table in just 20 minutes!

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Sausages with pesto mash

Add a generous dollop of pesto to liven up the standard sausage and mash.

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Creamy tomato courgetti

This low-calorie, carb-free “pasta” alternative can be whipped up in less than 5 minutes. It’ll be a race to get to the table first!

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Smoky shakshuka

Our four-ingredient version of the North African dish contains chorizo, roasted red peppers, tomatoes and eggs – eat it for breakfast, lunch or dinner!

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