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Slow Cooker Apricot Chicken
Tender chicken cooked in a sticky apricot, tangy dressing and onion soup sauce with almost no preparation.
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Our Budget Recipes prove you don’t need a big shop to eat well. Simple ingredients, smart swaps, and proper comfort food - all without stretching your wallet.
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Slow Cooker Bloody Mary Beef Bites
Tender beef bites slow-cooked in a spicy tomato and Worcestershire sauce for an easy party snack or dinner.
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Slow Cooker Beef and Barley Soup
Tender beef, pearl barley and vegetables simmered in a rich stock for a hearty slow-cooker soup.
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Depression-Era Shipwreck Stew
A thrifty slow-cooker stew of beef, potatoes, onion, tomatoes and vegetable soup for a filling family dinner.
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Cheese-Stuffed Potato Cakes
Golden pan-fried potato cakes with a crisp outside and a soft melted-cheese centre.
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Rishta (Middle Eastern Lentils with Noodles)
A comforting Levantine-style bowl of tender lentils and noodles with caramelised onion, garlic and warm spices.
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Crispy Cabbage and Egg Fritters
Golden cabbage and egg fritters with garlic, parsley and paprika, ready in under 30 minutes.
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Slow Cooker Crispy Cheese Potato Rounds
Tender layered potato rounds cooked with sharp Cheddar and finished under the grill for crisp golden edges.
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Slow Cooker Cabbage and Macaroni
Soft buttery cabbage and tender macaroni cooked together for a simple, deeply comforting one-pot supper.
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Fried Cabbage with Bacon
Tender cabbage cooked with crisp bacon, sweet onion, garlic and paprika for a smoky, comforting side dish.
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Homemade Beef Stock
A rich, slow-simmered beef stock with roasted bones, vegetables and herbs — ideal for soups, stews, gravies and sauces.
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Beef & Onion Noodle Soup
A rich, comforting noodle soup with tender beef, caramelised onions and a savoury soy broth.
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Beef, Onion & Broccoli Stir-Fry
A quick, savoury beef stir-fry with crisp broccoli and onions in a glossy soy sauce, served with rice.
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Bacon & Potato Skillet with Peppers & Garlic
Crispy bacon, golden potatoes and sweet peppers cooked together in one flavourful skillet.
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Airfryer Sausage Cheese & Bean Melt
A quick air-fryer melt with sausages, baked beans and bubbling cheddar — proper comfort food for lunch or an easy tea.
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5-ingredient sausage pasta
A fast sausage pasta with red pepper, penne and a spicy tomato sauce shortcut for a low-effort weeknight dinner.
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Fiery Tex-Mex Pork Mince Chilli
A thick, glossy Tex-Mex pork mince chilli with a darkened onion base, tomatoes, garlic, cumin and smoked paprika.
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Hearty Potato, Bacon & Onion Hash
A classic hash combining crispy bacon, golden-brown potatoes, and sweet caramelized onions, garnished with fresh herbs.
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Simple Vegetable Broth
A light, comforting vegetable broth with onion, carrot, potato, and celery — simple to prepare and ideal for everyday cooking.
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Chilli Garlic Ramen Noodles
Fast, glossy chilli garlic ramen noodles with soy, oyster sauce, lime and fresh coriander for a punchy ten-minute bowl.
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Bannock
A simple Canadian bannock flatbread cooked in a pan until golden outside and soft inside.
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Cheesy Beans & Sausage Toastie
A crisp, buttery toastie packed with baked beans, sliced sausage and melting Cheddar for a quick British lunch.
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Bacon & Mushroom Pasta
A speedy, savoury pasta dinner with crispy bacon, garlic mushrooms, and parmesan.
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Homemade Italian Minestrone Soup
A hearty Italian minestrone with vegetables, beans and pasta in a rich tomato broth for an easy family dinner.
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Chicken Pot Pie with Easy Puff Pastry
A creamy chicken and vegetable pie topped with crisp puff pastry—comfort food that is easy enough for a weeknight.
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Potato & Pea Curry
A comforting potato and pea curry with warm whole spices, tomato, and fresh coriander, ready in about 45 minutes.
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Classic Cheese & Mushroom Omelette
A soft, buttery omelette filled with golden mushrooms and melted cheese, ready in minutes.
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Easy BBQ Chicken Wraps
Quick, flavour-packed wraps with tender BBQ chicken, crisp salad, and creamy dressing.
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Beef & Tuna Patties with Tangy Dipping Sauce
Crispy beef and tuna patties served with a bright lemon-mustard mayo dip.
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One-Pan Spicy Sausage & Mac
Smoky sausage, tender macaroni, and melted cheddar in a rich one-pan tomato sauce.
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Cheesy Leek & Ham Hock Stuffed Jacket Potatoes
Experience the cosy comfort of Cheesy Leek & Ham Hock Stuffed Jacket Potatoes, a traditional British dish that's sure to warm your heart and satisfy your hunger.
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Homemade Chilli Con Carne Spice Mix
Make your chilli con carne stand out with this easy, homemade spice mix. Perfect for a quick, spicy meal or to make in bulk.
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Homemade Poppadoms
Crispy, thin, and delicious homemade poppadoms that are perfect as a snack or alongside your favourite curry.
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Hotdog Carbonara Cheater
A fun, kid-friendly twist on a classic Italian dish, using hotdogs and cream for a quick and easy weeknight meal that's guaranteed to please.
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Slow-Cooked Beef Heart Stew
A surprisingly mild and incredibly tender stew that transforms beef heart into a deeply flavorful, nutritious, and budget-friendly family meal.
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Creamy Hotdog Pasta (Mac-n-Dogs)
A nostalgic and comforting one-pan meal that combines creamy, cheesy pasta with savory hot dogs. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner the whole family will love.
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BBQ Beef Super Noodle Stir-Fry
A speedy and delicious stir-fry combining tender beef strips, instant noodles, and a smoky BBQ sauce. A guaranteed family favourite for any night of the week.
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Rich Leftover Chicken & Mushroom Pasta
Transform your leftover roast chicken into a wonderfully rich and creamy mushroom pasta dish that the whole family will love. A perfect midweek meal that's ready in under 30 minutes.
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Spicy Pepper & Potato Broth
A warming, flavour-packed spicy pepper & potato broth that’s perfect for an easy and satisfying supper.
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Cheesy Mixed Bean Quesadillas
Crisp tortillas filled with spiced mixed beans and melted cheese.
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Sausages with Swede & Sweet Potato Mash Recipe
A comforting sausage supper with creamy swede and sweet potato mash, onion gravy and green beans.
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Spinach, Mushroom & Feta Omelette
Start your day right with our Spinach, Mushroom, and Feta Omelette – a fluffy, nutritious delight packed with fresh spinach, earthy mushrooms, and tangy feta.
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Moroccan Carrot Salad
A vibrant and flavourful Moroccan Carrot Salad, perfect as a side dish or light main.
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Hotdog Tomato One-Pot Pasta
Cheesy one-pot tomato pasta with hotdog slices — quick, budget-friendly, and weeknight easy.