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Monster Meatball Pitta
Seasoned lamb meatballs served in toasted wholemeal pitta bread with fresh salad and herby yoghurt sauce.
Homemade Falafels with Salad and Pitta Bread
Healthy baked Middle Eastern falafels served in toasted pitta bread with a fresh, zesty lemon-dressed cucumber and tomato salad.
Spinach Soup with Poached Egg
Sautéed onion, garlic, and sweet potato simmered with spinach and cream, then blended and topped with a poached egg.
Preserved Artichokes
Artichokes poached in vinegar and water, then packed into jars with garlic-infused herb oil for a delicious vegetarian treat.
Warm Salad of Wild Salmon with a Herb and Lemon Dressing
Herb-crusted salmon pan-fried and served over grated carrots and blanched asparagus with a zesty herb dressing and toasted pine nuts.
Pasta and Bean Soup (Pasta e Fagioli)
A warming, hearty Italian soup featuring mixed vegetables, pasta, and beans topped with a parmesan and tomato mixture.
Chilli and Garlic Prawns with a Herb Salad
Marinated prawns griddled until colored, served with a fresh mixed herb salad and a ginger-infused balsamic dressing.
Carrot and Apple Salad
A fresh vegetarian salad featuring julienned apple, carrot, and leek tossed in a simple vinaigrette and topped with cheddar.
Creamy White Wine Chicken
Simple chicken dish with smoked bacon, mushrooms, and white wine, served with potatoes and fresh green beans.
Simple Fish in a Bag
Flavorful salmon fillets steamed in foil with courgette and tomatoes, served alongside fluffy white rice for a simple meal.
Simple Roast Chicken with Sweet Potato and Spicy Yoghurt
Roast chicken legs, sweet potato wedges, and onions in one tray, then serve with a spicy yogurt sauce.
Bacon and Apple Salad
A warm salad featuring crispy bacon, sautéed apples, and golden bread chunks tossed with herbs and a simple vinaigrette.
Mashed Potato-Topped Sausage Pie
Sausagemeat balls baked in a savory tomato sauce, topped with creamy mashed potatoes and melted cheese, then baked until golden.
Chicken Breasts Stuffed with Goats' Cheese Wrapped in Parma Ham
Chicken breasts stuffed with herb-infused goats' cheese, wrapped in Parma ham, and roasted until golden. Served with steamed vegetables.
Jerk Chicken, Rice and Pea Cakes and Slaw
Spicy Caribbean jerk chicken served with creamy risotto-style rice cakes and a homemade vegetable slaw.
Langoustines with Little Gem Salad
Boiled langoustines served with a creamy butter sauce and a fresh mixed herb and Little Gem lettuce salad.
Braised Rice with Mushrooms
An oven-braised rice dish cooked with stock, mixed with mushrooms, peppers, aromatic herbs, and finished with butter.
Citrus Turkey and Sprout Soy Stir-fry
Blanched Brussels sprouts stir-fried with turkey, onion, garlic, and orange juice, finished with sesame seeds and fresh herbs.
Mediterranean Chicken with Potatoes
A budget-friendly chicken and potato dish simmered in a herb-infused tomato sauce, perfect for family meals or batch cooking.
Fish Cakes with Sweet Potato Fries
Homemade fish cakes made with mashed potatoes and tinned fish, served with crispy oven-baked sweet potato fries.
Spaghetti and Meatballs
A budget-friendly weeknight classic featuring homemade beef meatballs simmered in a simple, aromatic tomato sauce served over spaghetti.
Cheesy Garlic Bolognese Beef Pie
A quick, affordable beef mince bolognese topped with cheesy garlic bread slices and grilled until crispy and golden.
Hidden Vegetables Shepherd’s Pie
A healthy lamb shepherd's pie featuring hidden grated vegetables and a cauliflower-potato mash topping, perfect for fussy eaters.
Spiced Shepherd’s Pie
A budget-friendly shepherd’s pie featuring lamb mince, curry spices, frozen vegetables, and a quick crispy hash brown potato topping.
Butterbean Purée Bruschetta with Herb and Walnut Salad
Grilled ciabatta topped with creamy butterbean purée and a warm walnut herb salad garnished with fresh mint.
Garlic and Herb Cheese Salad with Pitta Bread
A fresh vegetarian spread of whipped cream cheese infused with garlic and herbs, served with oily herb salad and pitta.
Easy Margherita Pizza
A quick vegetarian pizza featuring a no-rise yogurt dough topped with homemade tomato sauce and melted mozzarella cheese.
Meatballs with Tomato Sauce
Succulent beef meatballs served in a simple garlic and herb tomato sauce with spaghetti for a quick midweek meal.
Tomato and Herb Tarte Tatin with a Green Salad
Ready-made puff pastry, caramelised tomatoes, and dried herbs baked until golden, served with a mustard vinaigrette and green salad.
Pan-Fried Scallops with a Garden Salad and Grain Mustard Vinaigrette
Pan-seared scallops served with a fresh herb and shallot garden salad tossed in a tangy grain mustard vinaigrette.
Aromatic Couscous
Grilled vegetables mixed with cooked couscous, citrus zest, juice, fresh herbs, olives, and toasted pine nuts for a vibrant dish.
Breaded Mushrooms with Chilli and Herb Dip
Crispy deep-fried mushrooms served with a creamy Greek yoghurt, garlic, and fresh herb dipping sauce.
Pork Fillet with Blue Cheese Crust and Herb Salad
Pan-seared pork tenderloin topped with melted Stilton cheese, served with a fresh, citrus-dressed herb salad.
Pork-Stuffed Cabbage Rolls
Sausage-stuffed savoy cabbage leaves simmered in a smooth tomato-infused stock sauce for a budget-friendly meal.
Vietnamese-Style Crispy Pork and Citrus Salad
Crispy honey-glazed pork served over a fresh orange, onion, and cheddar salad with a tangy sesame dressing and ciabatta.
Creamed Sweetcorn and Ginger Soup with a Crab and Chilli Ravioli
A creamy ginger-infused sweetcorn soup served with a handmade steamed crab ravioli dumpling.
Homemade Puff Pastry Sausage Rolls
Handmade flaky puff pastry wrapped around seasoned pork mince, herbs, and breadcrumbs, then baked until golden and crisp.
Lentil Croquettes
Spicy vegetarian lentil and sweet potato croquettes coated in polenta, fried until golden, and served with a zesty mint raita.
Layered Beef and Mushroom Suet Pudding
A comforting steamed pudding featuring layers of tender braised beef, stout, and mushrooms encased in savory parsley suet pastry.
Meatballs in Gravy
Succulent beef and pork meatballs simmered in a rich red wine and onion gravy. Perfect with mash and peas.
Minced Beef Pinwheels
Savory puff pastry rolls filled with seasoned minced beef and cheese, baked until golden brown and well-risen.
Sausage Casserole
A hearty pork sausage and bacon casserole with beans, tomatoes, and herbs, perfect for serving a large crowd.
Trio of Brown Trout with Rhubarb Compôte and Dill Sauce
A sophisticated seafood platter featuring trout mousseline, spinach and trout pastry, baked stuffed trout, rhubarb compôte, and dill sauce.
Tuna Niçoise Wrap
A protein-packed flatbread feast featuring tuna, green beans, egg, and classic Niçoise flavors, perfect for picnics and packed lunches.
Roast Potatoes and Parsnips with Onions, Herbs and Cherry Tomatoes
Vegetarian roast featuring potatoes, parsnips, and onions seasoned with mixed herbs and roasted with burst cherry tomatoes.
Bangers and Mash with Onion Gravy and Peas
Classic sausages served with creamy mashed potatoes, homemade onion gravy, and peas in a simple, family-friendly budget recipe.
Sausage and Butterbean Casserole
A budget-friendly casserole featuring sausages, butter beans, and tomatoes topped with a crunchy parsley breadcrumb crust.