Freezable recipes are brilliantly practical for keeping meal planning and leftovers in check - whether you're batch-cooking ahead of a busy schedule or bulk-buying ingredients to save for later.
Enjoy this smoky sweet potato stew for dinner tonight. Use any leftovers to make our chorizo and feta pastry for lunch the next day.
Lasagne, but not as you know it! This tasty alternative is made with succulent chicken thighs, cooked in oregano and chilli and simmered in a rich tomato sauce. Layered with fresh pasta and creamy cheese sauce, this easy chicken lasagne recipe serves two and can be ready in under an hour. Tuck in!
Succulent chicken thighs are coated in a sticky soy and honey sauce. Serve with green rice, made from broccoli, peas and coriander and a sprinkle of sesame seeds. Don't forget to use the leftovers to make our fast and fresh Nutty chicken noodle salad.
Everyone loves a frittata and the addition of sticky hot dog sausages makes it super-tasty! Using leftovers from our One-tray hot dogs with wedges, it's quick and easy too – a real winning dinner!
A true Italian classic, it really is hard to beat juicy pork meatballs, tender tagliatelle and a generous helping of Parmesan
Use leftover beef and onion mixture in this Sloppy Joes recipe to make this American classic for a bonus Friday night special. Sandwiched between golden grilled seeded buns, serve with melty cheese slices, tangy gherkins and crisp salad.
A moreish, hearty pie made with simple ingredients but packed full of flavour. It freezes well, and there's enough leftover filling to make Sloppy Joes, a bonus Friday night special.
A delicious twist on fish cakes made with leftover pearl barley
A Mediterranean-style one pot that's great all year round
When only a creamy curry will do, bookmark this super-easy recipe using leftover creamy sauce from our Spiced roasted veg mac and cheese. With frozen veg and storecupboard spices, this is the ultimate fast fakeaway dish for any night of the week.
We've taken the well-loved dish mac 'n' cheese and packed in root veg and spices to create a delicious twist that's budget- and freezer-friendly. There's even leftover cheesy sauce to make the Cheat's creamy chicken and spinach curry.
This rich ragu recipe can be made in a batch and used again for other dishes - there's nothing like a cook once, eat twice dish!
If you've never tried making your own meatloaf, this simple, tasty recipe is a good place to start. Using lean steak mince and red lentils, it's healthy too and there's even leftovers to create this Spicy lentil and beef spaghetti for the next day!
Ready in just 30 minutes, this fragrant cauliflower curry hits all the right notes for a dinner that's on the table in no time
Transform tinned chickpeas into a delicious, hearty vegan curry. Serve with rice and a dollop of cooling yogurt-alternative for a fragrant, plant-based midweek meal.
Perfect for a quick and healthy dinner, this dish combines tender turkey mince and crunchy cauliflower.
Chef Nargisse Benkabbou shares her gorgeous Moroccan-inspired meatballs dish that makes an easy yet impressive get-together lunch or dinner. The warming spices and rich flavours all come together in just one hour. Serve with flatbreads and Nargisse's roasted cauliflower recipe, if you like, see below for recipe.
Our meat-free shepherd-less pie is loaded with carrot, mushroom, spinach and hearty green lentils, and topped with fluffy mashed potato. Harissa paste brings smoky, spicy notes to this filling vegan pie, which packs in 3 of your 5-a-day and is high in fibre. You can freeze the pie (uncooked), so it's perfect for prepping ahead and stashing away for another day.
With smoky harissa and warming red chilli, this vibrant rice dish has a spicy undertone which can be dialled up or down depending on your appetite for heat. Sweet roasted pepper, rich chorizo and black olives bring masses of flavour to this hearty rice dish. What's more, it's perfect for freezing, if you have any leftovers!
This chocolate fudge traybake is a real crowdpleaser. It's easy to make and can be decorated with whatever you have to hand! We went for fresh fruit for a pop of colour but sprinkles or chocolate buttons would look great too.
Every roast needs an indulgent side dish and these creamed leeks with the addition of earthy kale, make a nice change to the usual cauliflower cheese. It can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge or even frozen.
Sticky-sweet with a delightful tangy note, this low-effort roast lamb is a real showstopper and perfect for the Easter weekend. It requires just a handful of ingredients that transforms lamb into something extra-special. Any leftovers freeze well too!
A creamy chowder is the ultimate comfort food for cold days and this veggie version, using storecupboard ingredients and frozen veg, is so simple and affordable to make. You can even save some to create a sauce for our smoky basa and sweetcorn pasta – see tip, below. That's next day's dinner sorted!
Roasted cauliflower and tangy feta make a fantastic combo in these easy fritters – we've added a fresh mint and lemon sauce a zingy finish. They make a great lunch, light dinner or substantial snack.
These zingy, fruity lemon and blueberry bars are a lovely easy bake made with just a handful of ingredients. They freeze well, so you can have a sweet treat on standby – thank yourself later!
Load your flapjacks with fresh apple and dried apricots for a delicious twist on a classic bake that provides 1 of your 5-a-day. These are great for lunchboxes or snacking on the go.
This easy sausage plait recipe is a real family favourite, made extra special with fresh thyme, fragrant rosemary and sweet sundried tomato paste. Serve with a crisp green salad for a fuss-free crowd-pleasing meal or pack up for a delicious main at your next picnic.
This chocolate truffle recipe is the ideal sweet treat for Christmas, Valentine's Day or Mother's Day, made with a handful of ingredients and taking just 25 minutes to prepare. Even better, these easy chocolate truffles can be made in advance and popped into the fridge to chill before you gift them – or treat yourself!
This hearty beef stew is a brilliant winter warmer. Make your own parsnip dumplings with Cheddar and herbs and grab a spoon! The whole family will love this one.
These easy lemon and poppy seed scones are gluten and dairy-free
You can't go wrong with a chicken traybake and this fruity number featuring budget-friendly chicken drumsticks is sure to be a new favourite family meal.
These fruit and nut chocolate cups are a great prep-ahead snack for when you need a pick-me-up treat that isn't ultra processed. You can flex and use whatever dried fruit or nuts you have in your cupboards!
These homemade pork meatballs, made with lean pork mince, come together in just half an hour and are loaded with fresh, fragrant flavours like ginger, spring onion, coriander and lime. Stir-fried in a ready-made teriyaki sauce alongside the rice for a crispy finish, this dish will certainly shake up your midweek meals or enjoy for a Friday night fakeaway.