Spanish stuffed marrow

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Like its smaller cousin courgette, chunky marrows are great roasted with a strong-flavoured filling like paprika and chorizo

Microwave bread sauce

This super-quick sauce for meat frees up your hob and is much better than the shop-bought instant variety

Turkey chilli & rice tacos

These Mexican corn tortilla shells are filled with chilli con carne made with healthy and thrifty turkey mince

Leek, cheese & potato pasties

Mini veggie pastry parcels with oozing cheese make a great value and comforting homemade snack

Salt beef on rye bread with mustard sauce

This quick canapé of traditional Jewish salt beef with a twist has the wow factor despite taking only minutes to make

Salmon, fennel & lime plates

This is a fresh and light way to serve up smoked salmon – ideal as a last minute starter

Baked buffalo chicken wings

Sticky spiced wings make great finger food or canapés, and this version skips the deep-fried stage so they’re healthier

Quick prawn, coconut & tomato curry

Make curry in a hurry with this speedy recipe – a fragrant spice pot ready in half an hour

Lamb & apricot stew

A fruity and warming Middle Eastern tagine to be served with couscous and herbs – a speedy casserole with plenty of flavour

Salami & peppadew pizza

A homemade pizza is the perfect midweek TV supper- this version has a mild chilli kick