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Feeding fussy eaters while sticking to a budget can be really tricky. Our simple, straightforward budget recipes for family make things that bit easier, and they're delicious, too. We've plenty more family meals and dinners where that came from – take a look!
Blitz some spinach leaves with soy sauce, garlic and peanuts to make a colourful sauce for a stir-fry. This recipe packs 2 of your 5-a-day and is ready in just 15 minutes! You can even make the sauce the night before and keep it in the fridge for a super-speedy meal the next day.
Make the most of your cooking apples and bake them up into a delicious crumble. A classically comforting British bake, it features juicy Bramleys and an oaty topping
This cheat’s lasagne is an absolute crowd-pleaser, even for the little ones! Spinach is blitzed with mozzarella and Parmesan to make a hidden-veg cheese sauce. Layer up with mushrooms and lasagne sheets for a hearty family dinner that leaves you feeling good.
Nutritionist Rhiannon Lambert's veggie baked noodles are a great healthy dinner idea. They're packed with 2 of your 5-a-day and tofu for extra protein. Bung all the ingredients into a tray with a dash of coconut milk, then let the oven do all the work. Simple, healthy and full of feel good ingredients.
Try Demi's delicious twist on a jacket potato, topped with coconutty black beans, a sweet 'n' spicy pineapple salsa and zesty yogurt. They're full of flavour and good for you too!
A spin on the classic French stew, this healthy traybake is the perfect choice for getting more veggies into your diet
Enjoy the soulful and hassle-free meat stew, comfort food the family will love.
Serve up a hearty feast for the family with this veg-packed shepherd's pie, topped with a fluffy sweet potato topping - delicious!
Upgrade your beans on toast with this delicious Greek-inspired dish. Packing in three of your 5-a-day, this healthy dish makes a lovely lunch, light dinner or even a weekend brunch.
Plump, shiny seasonal aubergine and potatoes come together in this simple curry, also known as aloo baingan
When you're short of time, but still want to get a healthy dinner on the table, this salmon traybake is spot on. Ready in 30 minutes, it's packed with veggies and the salmon is a great source of omega-3s.
These fishcakes are spiced with chipotle paste and paprika for a fun Mexican twist. Serve alongside a zingy black bean and sweetcorn salsa for a flavour-packed dinner. Meal prep like a pro and make the fishcakes in advance to freeze and enjoy at a later date.
Top crispy wholemeal tortillas with spiced kidney beans and all your favourite Mexican-inspired flavours.
This nutritious, plant-based stew uses pre-chopped veg for speed, protein-rich tinned kidney beans and creamy peanut butter. And better yet, we reckon you’ve already got some of the ingredients in your cupboards!
Everyone loves macaroni cheese and the beauty of this dish is you can throw in any leftover cheese from the fridge or a festive cheeseboard, so leftovers get a new and tasty lease of life! Ready in just over half an hour, this is a real family favourite for midweek, weekends or between Christmas and New Year when you fancy something simple and comforting.
Whether enjoyed as a main course or a side dish, this delicious recipe is a crowd-pleaser that will leave everyone craving more.
Seasonal root veg is the star of the show in this hearty, veg-packed ratatouille. We've served it with gnocchi here but it goes brilliantly with rice or pasta. Try making our baked eggs with the leftover ratatouille – see below.
Deep pan, square and topped with mountains of melty blue cheese, this Detroit-style pizza will soon become one of your favourite fakeaways
Sticky toffee pudding is an all time family favourite and it just got better with this gluten-free version
Serve up these fully-loaded jacket potatoes for a delicious brunch
Sausages and mash is a comfort food classic. We've taken it up a notch here by adding a homemade tomato and onion gravy recipe and grating Cheddar into the potatoes for an extra indulgent cheesy mash.
Try something different with that pack of sausages in your fridge with this flavourful hoisin rice bowl. The sausages are broken into bite-sized nuggets to get them extra crispy, then fried with peppers and spring onions for a colourful, and speedy, stir-fry.
An Irish classic, creamy champ and sausages are a must-make if you're wanting a simple, wallet-friendly midweek meal
This is a real throw-it-all-in traybake that makes a fab family meal. Comforting gnocchi and tasty sausages make up the base, alongside plenty of chunky veg and cherry tomatoes for a pop of colour. Drizzled with pesto after baking, it's full of flavour and super-satisfying!
Whip up a classic dinner dish in under 30 minutes with this speedy sausage and mushroom stroganoff recipe
Everyone loves a pasta bake and this simple, tasty recipe using budget-friendly sausages, pesto and veg is a good one to add to your repertoire. The addition of crème fraîche and mozzarella adds an indulgent richness, but it's still cost-effective.
Get ready for a flavour-packed dinner with our creamy sausage ragu – It's a perfect go-to recipe for a cosy and delicious meal! Use up your leftovers with this spicy sausage tart.
Here's a new pasta recipe to add to your collection – make tasty meatballs with a pack of sausages and whizz up a homemade pesto with frozen peas. A new family favourite!
Combine seasonal squash with juicy pork sausages and fragrant sage for a creamy, indulgent pasta bake fit for a midweek meal
This simple sausage spaghetti is the perfect dinner after a busy day. Fry off the sausages until they're nice and crispy then stir through a stroganoff-style creamy sauce. It's hearty, warming and on the table in 30 minutes.
A pot of simmering lentils topped with sausages and lots of veg is the ultimate winter warmer to feed the family. Add a slice of bread to mop up those juices! This is a delicious take on the French classic that you'll want to make on repeat.
Looking for the best Christmas cake recipe? Get your festive bake on with this traditional Christmas cake recipe, featuring a rich fruit and nut cake, marzipan layer and snow-effect icing. This makes a fabulous festive centrepiece on Christmas Day or any gathering, or treat yourself to a slice after some Christmas sales shopping! Find out how to bake Christmas cake with our easy-to-follow recipe and cook's tips.
Craving something comforting and healthy? This veggie moussaka recipe is what you need! We've given the classic bake a fresh, 'green' twist with courgette slices and fibre-rich lentils, which pack in 3 of your 5-a-day. Layer it up with tender potatoes and jarred white sauce (for quickness), then bake until golden and bubbling. Serve with steamed broccoli or a crisp leafy salad, if you like.