Make our simple, budget-friendly tomato, pasta and chickpea soup in just 30 minutes. This easy, vegetarian family meal is healthy and even low fat
30 mins
Easy
Healthy
Vegetarian
Sausage ragu
A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.440 ratings
Feed the family this comforting, budget-friendly sausage ragu with pasta. You can freeze the leftovers for another time and it tastes just as good
50 mins
Easy
Speedy lentil coconut curry
A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.15 ratings
This quick and easy curry has such great depth of flavour – it tastes like it’s been cooked for hours. It's healthy too, as well as being low in fat and calories
25 mins
Easy
Vegetarian
Fajita chicken rice bowl with burnt lime
A star rating of 4.1 out of 5.18 ratings
Make crowd-pleasing fajitas the easy way with this one-tray recipe that's full of nutrients and low in fat and calories. It makes a speedy midweek meal
25 mins
Easy
Healthy
Gluten-free
Spaghetti puttanesca
A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.159 ratings
Cook up this classic sauce in one pan, then toss with spaghetti for a simple midweek meal. It's budget-friendly too, making it a great meal for the family
Do something different with sausages and transform them into this veg-packed ragu. Great for a family dinner, serve with couscous, mash or pasta
35 mins
Easy
A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.20 ratings
Cook this flavour-packed coconut fish curry in just 30 minutes for a speedy meal. For a dose of sour use lime juice or tamarind paste if you have it to hand
30 mins
Easy
Gluten-free
A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.6 ratings
Get the best out of seasonal parsnips in this one-pot roast that’s quick enough to make for a midweek dinner. Enjoy with steamed greens or broccoli
1 hr 20 mins
Easy
Gluten-free
A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.11 ratings
Marinate chicken in yogurt, spices and lemon zest, then grill to make these flavourful chicken skewers. Serve in flatbreads with salad and cucumber yogurt
45 mins
Easy
Cheat’s beetroot biriyani
A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.44 ratings
Cook this beetroot biriyani and freeze the leftovers for busy weeknights. With colourful beetroot taking centre stage, it's full of spices and is a flavourful dish
1 hr 5 mins
Easy
Vegetarian
A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.9 ratings
Make an elevated version of beans on toast using your favourite beans, plus tomatoes, garlic and chilli – they're great topped with cheese
42 mins
Easy
Vegetarian
Stir-fried beef with ginger
A star rating of 4.9 out of 5.10 ratings
Forget a takeaway – make this beef and green pepper stir-fry with fragrant lemongrass and ginger instead. Marinate the beef while you prep the other ingredients
Prep, cook and serve this quick and easy lemon and green veg pasta in just 15 minutes. It's perfect for busy days, and will be loved by the whole family
15 mins
Easy
Vegetarian
Roasted red pepper soup with crispy croutons
A star rating of 5 out of 5.2 ratings
Warm up on colder evenings with this vibrant soup, spiked with fiery chilli powder and harissa. The crispy croutons are optional but add a satisfying crunch
27 mins
Easy
Healthy
Vegetarian
Peanut butter chicken
A star rating of 4 out of 5.362 ratings
You'll love this new, budget chicken dish. Any leftovers freeze well and make a handy lunch.
50 mins
Easy
Gluten-free
A star rating of 3 out of 5.5 ratings
Buy a larger chicken than usual and make extra meals from the leftovers. The bones contain lots of flavour, which take this comforting stew to the next level
2 hrs 25 mins
Easy
A star rating of 4.4 out of 5.28 ratings
Our budget-friendly pork and apple burgers are perfect for an easy and delicious family supper. This easy midweek meal takes just ten minutes to prepare
25 mins
Easy
A star rating of 4.4 out of 5.227 ratings
Serve your pasta with a budget-friendly bacon, tomato and paprika sauce. It's a healthy choice to boot
25 mins
Easy
Healthy
Sloppy joes
A star rating of 4.2 out of 5.38 ratings
Sloppy joes are a simple, American staple the whole family can get stuck into. Add a dash of spicy chipotle or smoky barbecue sauce to the minced beef filling for some zing.
35 mins
Easy
A star rating of 4.3 out of 5.33 ratings
Store cupboard ingredients, spices and seasonal veg make this recipe the tastiest way to get 3 of your 5 a day
45 mins
Easy
Slow-cooker pumpkin soup
A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings
Put in a little effort the night before and you can have a velvety soup ready as a starter for a special dinner with guests. This recipe serves six generously
15 hrs 15 mins
Easy
Healthy
Vegan
A star rating of 5 out of 5.19 ratings
A satisfying vegetarian salad of contrasting flavours and textures. The salty cheese is cooled by crisp, sweet watermelon
30 mins
Easy
Vegetarian
Kedgeree with poached egg
A star rating of 4.1 out of 5.25 ratings
This curried fish and rice dish is suitable for brunch, breakfast or a main course at dinnertime. Replace traditional boiled eggs with poached
30 mins
Easy
Healthy
Pizza baked potato
A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.16 ratings
This budget-friendly supper combines two favourites in one dish. Top your jacket spuds with cheese, tomato, pepperoni and basil
Pasta is one of the cheapest and most filling pantry staples you can buy, and that's exactly why it's the perfect food to feed to a crowd! Plus, everyone loves a good pasta dish. Grab yourself a buffet server warming tray so you can pop your cooked pasta inside and keep it warm all evening long!
Potatoes were also inexpensive and used extensively. Some meals even used both. One of these meals was called the Poor Man's Meal. It combined potatoes, onions, and hot dogs into one hearty, inexpensive dish, which was perfect for the hard times people had fallen on.
Pasta Bar: Set up a DIY pasta bar with options like spaghetti, penne, and bowtie pasta along with marinara sauce, Alfredo sauce, meatballs, grilled chicken, and a variety of vegetables. Pasta is inexpensive and filling, and guests can customize their plates to their liking.
Breakfast Burrito Buffet (great any time of the day!) Nacho or Taco Bar (This meaty cheese dip recipe is our favorite! It's easy to make in bulk and is always a crowd pleaser.) Baked Potato Bar (Bake potatoes in a crock pot or large roaster to make it easy.
Enjoy grains more often. Grains such as rice, pasta, barley and couscous are inexpensive and can be used in many different recipes. Try them in soups, stews and salads such as Lentil Bolognese and Curry Chickpea Pasta Salad.
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