Chorizo & purple sprouting broccoli carbonara

Throw together this seasonal take on carbonara in 30 minutes for an easy midweek meal. This is comfort food at its best

One-pan roast duck legs with white beans & carrots

Make a minimalist version of cassoulet by slow-roasting duck legs with white beans and carrots. It’s a dish that’s big on flavour but with few ingredients

Pastrami-style steak & mustard mayo

Pair sauerkraut and mustard mayo with steak to make a sensational combination. Serve with chips or mash, or make into an amazing steak sandwich

Cacio e pepe

Whip up a simple cacio e pepe for a speedy lunch. With four simple ingredients – spaghetti, pepper, parmesan and butter – this is a storecupboard favourite

Easy kedgeree

A pared-back take on kedgeree, this simple yet delicious five-ingredient recipe is also low in fat and calories

Lamb chops with thyme, chilli & Greek htipiti

Serve lamb chops with htipiti for a lovely Greek-inspired dish with fabulous flavours. Olive oil-roasted baby potatoes make a great accompaniment

Orecchiette with purple sprouting broccoli & Calabrian pesto

Whip up some homemade pesto and serve with orecchiette and broccoli. This one isn’t just good with pasta – you can also serve it with chicken or fish, and spoon it onto warm focaccia

Roast peppers with ‘jammy’ eggs & almond & parsley dressing

Cook up a speedy lunch of roast peppers with soft eggs, served with an almond and parsley dressing. Enjoy with crusty bread

Vanilla & cinnamon breakfast rice

Fancy a change from porridge? This healthy rice-based vanilla and cinnamon breakfast is topped with apricots and walnuts, and will fill you up for the morning

Marzipan chocolate loaf cake

Combine the nutty marzipan flavour with a rich chocolate cake to make the ultimate treat. This easy recipe is perfect for baking with kids