Cauliflower mac & cheese

Combine cauliflower cheese with macaroni and thyme for a comforting pasta bake that only takes 10 minutes to prepare

Microwave penne pappa al pomodoro

This perfect pasta dish for one can be whipped up in just 25 minutes using only a microwave – ideal for a quick lunch or weeknight dinner

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

Spanish chicken traybake with chorizo & peppers

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Add this easy dinner recipe to your repertoire – simply pop herby chicken thighs into a roasting tin with colourful veg and spicy sausage

Spaghetti & tuna balls

Use storecupboard ingredients to make herby fish balls in a speedy tomato and garlic sauce for a healthy pasta supper

Nutty watercress pesto

An easy, versatile sauce of herbs, Brazil nuts and cheese – perfect added to pasta or spiralized courgetti for a quick meal

Green bean mac ’n’ cheese

Runner and green beans make a delicious addition to a comforting pasta bake – top with pumpkin seeds for added crunch

Wholewheat spaghetti & avocado sauce

Avocados, almonds and zesty lemon create a creamy green sauce for pasta in this low-calorie lunch or dinner

Spicy fennel linguine with sardines & capers

Fennel adds an aniseed punch to this quick pasta dish with chilli-infused sardines, zesty lemon and parsley

Chilli crab & cherry tomato linguine

Transform storecupboard heroes such as canned crab and dried pasta into a delicious seafood supper in just 30 minutes

Lighter vegetable lasagne

This layered pasta dish is a family favourite – give it a healthy makeover with ricotta, lentils and lots of filling vegetables

Turkey Bolognese pasta bake

No need to choose between tangy tomato or creamy cheese sauce – this easy bake, with turkey mince and mascarpone, has the best of both