Herby chicken & butter bean soup

This rustic, chunky soup uses up leftover roast chicken and is packed with flavour from fresh rosemary, sage and thyme

Chunky butternut mulligatawny

This spicy soup with basmati rice and apples is chunky, warming and wholesome – plus its low in fat and calories to boot.

Thai prawn & peanut noodle soup

Try this punchy aromatic broth that’s packed with Asian spice and fresh flavours – top with nuts and chilli to your liking

Thai prawns with pineapple & green beans

This midweek stir-fry is packed with goodness from the crunchy veggies. It’s flavoured with lime, Thai basil and ginger

Lemon chicken with sugar snap peas

Rustle up this midweek stir-fry that rivals any takeaway. The tangy sauce is flavoured with Chinese five-spice and lots of ginger

Cider, mustard & herb chicken

A simple chicken dish with a creamy parsley and thyme sauce with notes of sweet apple. Serve with rice and broccoli

20-minute Fiorentina pizzas

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Try these cheat’s pizzas for a midweek supper. Middle Eastern flatbreads make a great instant base – top with spinach, ham, eggs and cheese

Spiced braised venison with chilli & chocolate

This can be eaten as stew or used in a pastry or cottage pie. The chocolate adds an extra richness and glossiness to the finished sauce

Tender roast duck with citrus & carrots

Buying ready-prepared duck confit makes this luxurious meal for two really simple. Try it served with mashed potatoes and watercress

Clementine & honey couscous

Pistachios, clementines, honey and cinnamon make couscous a perfect breakfast dish. Serve with fruit and yogurt

Five-spice, soy & lemon roast chicken

Try a roast with a difference – Chinese five-spice, citrus and ginger add warmth to the rich soy and hoisin sauce-based gravy

Chicken & avocado sandwich topper

Lean chicken makes a great base for a sandwich. Combine with fresh salad ingredients and a little low-fat mayonnaise