FULL TIME MEALS RECIPES

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We want to help give children and families the skills and confidence to cook good, proper food in their own kitchens, using the equipment available to them. Encouraging them to be creative, have fun and spend valuable time together cooking and eating.

We’ve created 52, pocket friendly and seriously tasty recipes that the whole family can cook – dishes to fill hungry tummies.  These recipes are simple and easy to follow with emphasis on limited equipment and inclusion of store cupboard goods with a longer shelf life.

PIMPED UP SUPER NOODLES

A super quick and easy way to pimp up a corner shop staple and make it go a bit further by adding in some veg.

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SPINACH AND EGG FLATBREAD PIZZA

A super simple pizza dough – this recipe cheats by making a flatbread instead so you get pizza in a flash!

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TUNA SALAD

The easiest tuna salad, with the easiest dressing. A super quick and tasty meal on the table in under 10 minutes!

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CRISPY LEEK AND POTATO PIE

Filo pastry makes a super easy pie top; just scrunch it up and you’re ready to go - a cheat’s pie!

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BAKED BEAN FOOTBALLS

Fun to make, and just as fun to eat! These little snacks are a great way to feed a peckish crowd.

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EGG FRIED RICE

An easy and tasty alternative to your favourite takeaway – without taking anything away!

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DEAD EASY BREAD

Making bread doesn’t have to be difficult or time-consuming! This is the easiest way to make a fresh, homemade loaf - and it’s super speedy too.

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TOAD IN THE HOLE

Don’t be scared of Yorkshire Pudding – this is the easiest way ever to make this family classic. Simple but tasty – so come on and get stuck in.

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SPINACH AND MUSHROOM PANCAKES

Pancakes aren’t just for Pancake Day - they make a great savoury main meal any day of the year!

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BEAN CHILLI

This bean chilli is a great way to bring dried beans to life, and it’s a super easy slow cooker tea - chuck it all in and let it do its thing!

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CHICKEN SOUP STEW

A really comforting family stew. And it’s easy peasy thanks to a great little shortcut...

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OVERNIGHT OATS

A brilliant breakfast that you can get ready the night before to take the stress out of a busy morning! Overnight oats are a super filling way to energise your day.

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POTATO PANCAKES AND COWBOY BEANS

This is real comfort food - easy, tasty and filling. Cowboy beans are a bit of fun, and a great way to sneak in veg for kids

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VEGGIE COTTAGE PIE

Packed with veggies and lentils, it’s so tasty even die-hard meat eaters will be back for seconds of this vegetarian meal.

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SPINACH AND PANEER DHAL

Lentils are super cheap and really healthy too. they make a great easy dinner for when you need filling up.

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HOT DOG CASSEROLE

An easy family dish with all the flavours and comfort of a hearty stew, ready in just a fraction of the time.

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SPICY SALMON KEDGEREE

This is the easiest hassle-free way to cook rice - and anyone can do it! Spice it up with curry flavours for a tasty breakfast, lunch or dinner!

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MEXICAN STYLE CHICKEN

A one-pan wonder with tons of different flavours, but hardly any ingredients!

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TURKEY BURGERS

A better-for-you burger. Turkey is a great source of protein and these burgers have some hidden veggies in them too!

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GIANT VEGGIE PASTY

A giant pasty to feed a family. Pasties are a real crowd pleaser - and this one is great for vegetarians too!

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BEEF CRUMBLE

A different take on a pie, without the pastry! This recipe uses a delicious crumble topping instead.

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CAULIFLOWER AND SWEET POTATO CURRY

Making a curry doesn’t need to be complicated - you only need a few ingredients to pack a punch!

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FULL TIME CHOWDER

This chowder has lots of tasty additions to make a really filling full time meal. 

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BANGERS, MASH AND ONION GRAVY

You can’t have sausages and mash without gravy!

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BROCCOLI AND CAULIFLOWER CHEESE

Cooking veg in a cheesy sauce like this one is a great way to get fussy eaters to eat their broccoli!

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Squash & roots traybake

This is a throw it all in the tray and chuck it in the oven dish. A super tasty way to get a good amount of your five-a-day.

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Minestrone soup and croutons

This minestrone proves that soup can be a really delicious meal, with loads of tasty veg and pasta.

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Classic Lasagne

A family favourite that’s as tasty as it is satisfying. This recipe has some great shortcuts, making it nice and easy.

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CHEESY BEAN BURRITOS

These burritos are super tasty and a satisfying nod to the Mexican family favourite.

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MOROCCAN STYLE CHICKPEA STEW

A really simple and tasty dish with lots of hearty veg and pulses.

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MUSHROOM MELT TOASTIE

A full meal between two slices of bread - held together with delicious, stringy mozzarella! 

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MAC ‘N’ CHEESE

A family favourite full of flavour - and some sneaky hidden veg! 

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JUMBO SAUSAGE ROLL

An easy homemade version of a classic bakery treat! This recipe is perfect for a summer picnic or a satisfying packed lunch. 

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SPAGHETTI BOLOGNESE

An absolute family favourite that’ll please everyone.

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TUNA MELT PITTAS

Super quick and easy to make, these are great for when you need filling up fast.

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BITS AND BOBS EGGY BREAD

Don’t let those bits and bobs in the fridge go to waste - use them to make a super tasty sandwich!

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CARROT AND COURGETTE SPAGHETTI

A quick and colourful pasta dish packed with goodness.

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RAINBOW HALLOUMI COUSCOUS

This is a great summer vegetarian dish that’s perfect for sharing. 

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CLASSIC BURGER AND WEDGES

These burgers are healthier and much cheaper than getting a takeaway – win-win!

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TOMATO AND MOZZARELLA TART

Ready rolled pastry topped with tomato and mozzarella, but you can top it with whatever you like.

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FISH PIE JACKETS

A mashup of fish pie and jacket potatoes.

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ZINGY WINGS

Wings are great value for money and they’re super tasty and satisfying.

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HAM AND PEA RISOTTO

Risotto doesn’t have to be complicated; it’s just stirred, creamy rice. And any rice will do! 

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HOT DOG PASTA

This is a super quick tea that makes the most of a really affordable source of protein. 

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MEGA FISH FINGER BUTTY

A really tasty and easy dinner for kids to make, or adults! 

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HOMEMADE HASH BROWNS

A homemade version of a café breakfast classic.

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SMASHED PEAS ON TOAST

We all love things on toast – beans on toast, cheese on toast… Try peas on toast.

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KETTLE OMELETTE

This one does what it says on the tin – yes, you really can make an omelette in your kettle!

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CREAMY CHICKEN PIE

This pie is super easy to make and tastes great!

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SHAKSHUKA TRAY BAKE CRUNCH

A new take on eggs and toast that you can have for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

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TORTILLA PIZZAS

Making pizza at home is so easy if you cheat!

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CHICKEN SATAY STIR FRY

Peanut butter isn’t just for toast - here it’s the key ingredient in a delicious nutty noodle stir fry.

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