Recipes

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Brown shrimp tartlets

The poshest quiche ever - sweet brown shrimps with samphire and blue cheese, encased in crisp filo pastry.

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Black bean and avocado salad

This simple, quick salad is a vegan feast packed with chilli, herbs and spices. It’s also gluten-free and dairy-free.

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Black Forest mug pudding

This pudding is quick and simple to rustle up, but tastes deliciously indulgent. You can use any red or purple jam, with or without 'bits' in it, for a tasty treat.

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Blackberry and apple crumble smoothie

Mix up this high-protein fruit smoothie, with oats and almonds, for a fibre-filled start to the day.

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Brown butter tortelloni

Use the tortelloni of your choice to make this brilliantly quick and easy recipe.

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Carrot and coriander fritters

These carrot fritters are perfect for a quick lunch, especially with a watercress salad on the side. They combine the classic carrot and coriander flavours into a hot, crisp alternative to soup.

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Cauliflower rice

Cauliflower rice makes a really easy low-carb, low-calorie side for your favourite curries, chilli con carne and anything else you might serve with rice. It's also cheap and quick to make, especially if you have a food processor.

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Cheat pizza two ways

These cheat pizza recipes are perfect when you need a quick dinner. Ideal if you don't have any yeast or flour.

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Cheese and ham omelette

Try this classic omelette for brunch or serve with lots of green salad for a quick and satisfying dinner.

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Cheese and herb muffin in a mug

This super-quick muffin is cooked in the microwave – believe it when you see it! It’s a tasty savoury muffin that’s perfect for a snack, or great with soup.

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Cheese and pesto egg rolls

Cheese, pesto and egg, all rolled up in a tortilla wrap. This is such an easy recipe! Enjoy these warm for breakfast or a quick meal at any time of day, or pack them for a picnic or lunchbox.

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Cheese tomato and pesto toastie

This clever toastie recipe uses up slightly stale bread, the last chunk of cheese and the end of a jar of pesto. Quick, easy and super-satisfying.

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Chicken satay wraps

These quick and simple wraps do not require any cooking so are great for an easy lunch with family or friends. They are suitable as a low-calorie meal option for anyone eating 1200–1500 calories a day.

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Chilli bean soup

Ready-made pasta sauce makes a great base for this super-quick and easy chilli bean soup. Add soured cream, grated cheese and tortilla chips for a real feast.

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Braised ham hock with chilli relish and asparagus salad

Matt's spiced (and spicy!) ham hock is the perfect partner for a tangy asparagus salad.

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Chinese tomato omelette

Bored of the same old omelette? Give this super-easy Chinese tomato recipe a try – it’s cooked with a quick sweet and sour sauce for plenty of flavour.