Microwave penne pappa al pomodoro

This perfect pasta dish for one can be whipped up in just 25 minutes using only a microwave – ideal for a quick lunch or weeknight dinner

Toffee apple cake

This showstopping bake is a celebration of classic apple desserts with spiced sponge, vanilla icing and a sticky caramel apple filling

Gluten-free storecupboard fishcakes

This family favourite is a great way to get seafood into a gluten-free diet – and by using canned tuna it fits into even the strictest of student budgets

Quick & spicy nasi goreng

Save on the washing up with this speedy supper for one, with wholesome ingredients like Chinese cabbage and brown rice, finished with a fried egg

Mexican pulled chicken & beans

This budget-busting sharing platter of slow-cooked chipotle chicken is perfect for feeding a crowd – and won’t break a student budget, either

Sprout salad with citrus & pomegranate

Brussels sprouts make a great alternative to cabbage or kale in slaws and salads – let them soak up this zesty dressing for a side dish packed with fresh flavours and texture

Brussels & blue cheese pizza

An Alsatian-style white pizza, the sprouts in this recipe gratinate in a puddle of blue cheese and mascarpone – you can make the homemade pizza dough the day before

Squash & venison tagine

Fragrantly spiced, this Moroccan-style stew with ginger, cinnamon and cloves will become your go-to main dish for a make ahead dinner party menu

Microwave peanut butter & jam brownies

Forget microwave mug cakes – if you're after some serious indulgence in just 15 minutes, this easy chocolate brownie recipe is sure to hit the spot

Best ever pumpkin pie with stem ginger cream

Turn the volume up on this classic American dessert and make it fit for a dinner party feast, with stem ginger cream and pumpkin seed brittle