Creamy garlic chicken & polenta

Make two meals in one: whip up this chicken dinner then reinvent the leftovers in a soup, salad or noodles

Jamaican bully beef

Enjoy this Jamaican classic, also known as corned beef. Corned beef became a staple during wartime due to its affordability and long shelf-life

Air fryer roast potatoes

Create irresistibly crispy roast potatoes in your air fryer – fluffy inside, golden outside – all with just three simple ingredients

Creamy Cajun prawn orzo

I love to use orzo to make quick creamy pasta after a busy day at work, but you can use this sauce with any kind of pasta. I like to make my own Cajun spice mix as ready-made mixes often contain added salt, but if you don’t think you’ll use up all the individual spices, then take the ready-made option – just check the label to ensure it’s not too salty.

Super-green curry with quinoa rice

I’ve used chickpeas in this, but the curry base is adaptable; just add your choice of protein. A squeeze of lemon adds vitamin C to aid iron absorption and mixing quinoa with rice increases your intake of high-fibre wholegrains and protein.

Miso salmon & veg traybake

Throwing all the ingredients onto a tray and letting the oven do the work allows me time to tackle that never-ending to-do list. The miso marinade is super-versatile, too. It goes well with any flaky white fish or boneless chicken thighs. I like to double it up for drizzling over veg.

Harissa chicken with bulgur wheat

Bulgur is easy to cook and a great alternative to refined grains. It’s high in fibre and nutrient-rich, so good for your gut, digestion and heart health. Serve it with stews, or use it in salads or as a nutritious alternative to rice. This recipe is a favourite with my kids!

Peanut butter & jelly blondies

Bake blondies with the moreish American combo of peanut butter and strawberry jam. Use any jam you like – strawberry, blackberry or plum will all work well

Next level veg chilli

Elevate your chilli game with this hearty vegan recipe packed with smoky sweetness and spice. Serve with tortilla chips and guacamole or cooked rice

Immune-supporting mocktail

Keep colds at bay by mixing this mocktail with ginger and orange. Fresh ginger is thought to have antiviral effects, while orange will give a hit of vitamin C