Spaghetti aglio e olio

Toss golden garlic and silky olive oil through spaghetti to make this classic Italian dish – ready in the time it takes to boil the pasta. It’s simple, flavourful and perfect for busy days

Courgette jam

Got a glut of courgettes? Transform them into a jam with some sugar, ginger and lemon. Enjoy on toast, as you would a marmalade

One-pot chicken & rice

Make a wholesome chicken dinner for all the family in under an hour. Plus, you only need one pan, so there’s less washing-up

Chicken tinga tacos

Try a classic Mexican dish; a delicious shredded chicken stew with a touch of chipotle. It can be eaten on top of corn tostadas or in tacos

Air-fryer smash burgers with cheese & bacon

Enjoy the perfect cheeseburger with these quick and easy versions – they come out cooked to perfection. Don’t forget to smother the buns in your favourite condiment, too

Spiced trout skewers with coconut green bean & cashew curry

Add some texture and spice to trout in a recipe that takes inspiration from Sri Lanka. Green beans and cashews add freshness and crunch

Quick honey & garlic pork chops

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

Need an easy dinner midweek? You can prep these speedy chops using storecupboard ingredients in just 5 mins and cook them in 10

Roast green pepper & red kidney bean chilli

Make this easy veggie chilli to serve with baked sweet potato and cooling yogurt for a big lunch or light dinner

Vegetable & bean chimichanga

Claire Thomson has produced a week’s worth of easy dinners to help you and your family settle back into the school routine. These veggie chimichangas use up the leftover bean mix from the chilli and make a healthy alternative to the deep-fried versions

Creamy lentil curry

Claire Thomson has produced a week’s worth of easy dinners to help you and your family settle back into the school routine. This lentil curry is comforting and full of flavour