quick and easy

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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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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.

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Chocolate and brandy shots

The quickest chocolate mousse you will ever make – no raw eggs or gelatine. It’s very rich but that’s perfect for a small serving after a meal. Serve in small espresso cups or shot glasses, you will need 8-12 depending on size.

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Chocolate crispy cakes

A wicked way with chocolate bars and puffed rice cereal, these chewy, crispy cakes are quick, easy and catnip to kids.

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Chocolate hazelnut mousse

Nadiya's quick chocolate mousse has a secret ingredient. Nutella! Of course you can use any chocolate hazelnut spread to make this easy mousse.

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Coffee and chocolate popcorn

Make your own popcorn as a healhy snack for film night. Matt's favourite is chocolate and coffee, but experiement with other toppings such as sugar, salt, cinnamon or toffee sauce to find your own perfect combo.

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Courgette fritters

Courgette fritters are an easy, cheap and quick vegetarian lunch or dinner. This recipe uses peas and cumin, but you can use whatever vegetables and spices you have.

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Duck stir fry

This quick duck stir fry is based on 5 ingredients and takes just 6 minutes to cook. Duck goes brilliantly with the subtle aniseed flavour of fennel and the sweetness of fruit. Serve with rice or noodles, or just as it is.

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Easy breakfast wrap

These veggie breakfast wraps are great to make in batches for when you want a quick breakfast-on-the-go. Wrap in foil to eat on the day, or see the Recipe Tip for freezing instructions.

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Easy gnocchi with creamy pesto

When you realise how quick and easy it is to make your own gnocchi and pesto, you’ll wonder why you ever bought it ready-made. The gnocchi is potato-free, which makes it super speedy to prepare. Serve with crispy-fried sage leaves to make this dish extra-special.

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Easy gyoza soup An average of 5.0 out of 5 stars from 4 ratings 1 star 2 stars 3 stars 4 stars 5 stars 5.0 | 4 ratings

This is a go-to quick and easy lunch that is ready in minutes. You can use any gyoza you like – both meat and veggie options work well.

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Easy halloumi burgers

An easy smoky halloumi burger that will make you rethink burgers for ever. Whip this up for a veggie barbecue or a quick Friday dinner.