Chicken saag

Create a low-fat version of chicken saag. This dish is not only full of flavour, but packs in three of your 5-a-day and can be frozen too for busy days

Pomegranate salmon

Use fresh pomegranate as well as molasses to get a deeper flavour in this salmon recipe. Serve with couscous or steamed green veg, if you like

Tuscan-style ribollita

Save up stale bread and transform it into this thick, chunky, delicious stew, which is low in fat and calories, and showcases tomatoes, beans and cavolo nero.

Healthy lasagne

Enjoy our lighter version of the family classic – lasagne. It has bags of flavour, but comes in at under 500 calories a portion, as well as packing in four of your five-a-day

Christmas jam

Make the most of seasonal cranberries with Christmas jam. You can add edible glitter to make it extra-special, if you like – it makes a great gift for friends

Chicken paprikash

Try chicken paprikash, a traditional Hungarian casserole – it’s a comforting dinner that’s perfect for relaxed entertaining. Enjoy with boiled potatoes, noodles or rice

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