Squash & venison tagine

Fragrantly spiced, this Moroccan-style stew with ginger, cinnamon and cloves will become your go-to main dish for a make ahead dinner party menu

Microwave bacon & bean casserole

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

Eating alone doesn't have to mean boring baked beans on toast – turn them into a rich stew instead in under 15 minutes

Microwave mac ’n’ cheese

Pasta, pronto! Jack Monroe's easiest ever macaroni and cheese makes a delicious solo supper or packed lunch – just pop it in the microwave at work

Bone broth

Packed with nutrients for healthy bones, hair and nails, this soup is made with selenium and zinc-rich chicken bones and antioxidant-rich coriander

Loaded naans

Top Indian flatbreads with a spicy, nutty paste, then load up with red onion, pepper and chunks of paneer for a quick and easy midweek meal

Smoked haddock & sweetcorn chowder

This quick and creamy classic American fish soup makes a mouthwatering midweek meal, with chunky new potatoes and smoky white fish fillets

Spicy merguez & couscous pot

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Pack up this spicy sausage stew as part of a hearty lunch – simply heat in the microwave for a filling midday meal

Turkey, bacon & avocado mini bagels

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Pack up a hearty lunch to look forward to – fill bagels with leftover turkey or chicken, crispy bacon and creamy mashed avocado

Spicy cauliflower pilau

This healthy, Indian-inspired side dish is made from cauliflower florets instead of rice – a quick and gluten-free addition to curry night

Flying fish with red pepper sauce & cou-cou

Bursting with Caribbean flavours, this is the national dish of Barbados – serve with a side of cou-cou, made from polenta and okra

Smoky paprika seafood rice

Savoury smoked paprika gives a real lift to this healthy yet impressive paella-style dish with prawns, baby squid and mussels

Smoky aubergine tagine with lemon & apricots

A fragrant tagine is perfect for summer entertaining, lighter than stew but just as satisfying with meaty aubergines and aromatic spices