Storecupboard saucy pasta & chickpeas

Packed lunch day with nothing in the fridge? This simple storecupboard pasta will save the day. Add any veg or fresh herbs you have, and use any pasta shapes

Spicy tuna wrap

Rustle up a spicy tuna wrap for a flavour-packed lunch, ideal to pack in a lunchbox for work or school. Spring onions, gherkins and capers all go well in it too, if you want to use up what’s in the fridge

Poached hake in tomato, chilli & ginger broth

Poach the hake in this dish for a speedy, healthy cooking method. We’ve used lime leaves to impart a lovely aromatic flavour, along with chilli and ginger

Red pesto minestrone soup

Feel free to swap the red pesto in this minestrone soup for green or chilli pesto, if you like. Top with grated parmesan and enjoy with crusty bread

Teriyaki salmon bowl

Try these easy teriyaki salmon bowls for lunch – with salmon, avocado and edamame, they’re high in omega-3 fatty acids and provide two of your five-a-day.

Easy steak & mushroom pie

Try this easy version of a classic steak and mushroom pie, using ready-rolled puff pastry and frozen onions to cut down on prep time

Honey chipotle BBQ chicken wings

Make these sticky honey and chipotle chicken wings for your next party or picnic. They can be made in the oven or air-fryer, or finished on the barbecue.

Gluten-free chocolate & pear pudding cake

Impress guests with this squidgy flourless chocolate cake topped with juicy pears – it’s perfect as a dessert or an afternoon sweet treat

Peach & soured cream muffins

Use ripe summer peaches in these fruity soured cream muffins, topped with a crunchy brown sugar and cinnamon crust

Juicy Lucy burgers stuffed with cheese & pickle

Up your burger game with these juicy, subtly spiced beef patties, stuffed with gooey cheese and tangy pickles. Serve with chips

Cheat’s nectarine cobbler

Make the most of nectarine season with this comforting cobbler that uses scones for a quick and easy topping, meaning it can be on the table in an hour

Slow-cooked beef brisket with chimichurri

Impress guests with this beef brisket, slow-cooked in smoky chipotle paste and warming spices until tender, then served with a punchy chimichurri sauce