Chicken shawarma salad

Serve a bright salad to feed a crowd. It can also be made with leftover cold chicken, and is robust enough to transport without wilting – perfect for picnics

30-minute chicken curry

Make a speedy chicken curry. The spices are storecupboard staples, the technique simple, and it takes less than 10 mins to prepare – ideal for a midweek meal.

Simnel muffins

Bake these easy miniature simnel muffins for an Easter-themed afternoon tea, or savour with a mid-morning cuppa for a seasonal springtime treat

Golden syrup broccoli noodles

This recipe is taken from Miguel Barclay’s Vegan One Pound Meals, you can listen to him talk about this recipe and others on the Cook Smart podcast

Fajita-style pasta

Take the aromatic flavours of a classic Mexican fajita and combine with pasta for this easy, vibrant meal. It’s an ideal Friday night dinner

Whole roast chicken with braised roots & peas

Layer swede, potato and leeks to roast alongside a chicken for a healthy dinner. A whole chicken is budget-friendly as it can provide leftovers for the week

Bang bang cauliflower

Try a veggie twist on bang bang chicken, and replace the meat with cauliflower florets. With a crispy coating and a spicy sauce, it makes a great starter or side

Sticky mango-roasted salmon

Encourage young cooks to make our sticky salmon traybake. The recipe is specially created for children to follow, and includes the equipment needed, too

Ratatouille

Enjoy this super-healthy traditional ratatouille recipe for lunch or dinner, safe in the knowledge that it counts as four of your five-a-day

Raspberry frangipane croissant bake

Love almond croissants? You’ll adore this luxurious brunch dish. It’s a great way to use up any leftover pastries, and you can serve it as dessert, too

Roasting tin chicken tikka masala

Make a quick, hearty weeknight supper with this all-in-one chicken curry bake. Serve with naans and finely chopped red onion

Harissa roasted squash & feta pie

Enjoy this twist on a cheese and onion pie, made with lighter filo pastry and a spiced mix of sticky harissa-roasted vegetables and creamy feta cheese