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Main meal recipes for kids

Gorgeous kids meal ideas that your little helpers can get involved in that are fun to make and taste great - from hearty stews and simple fish dishes to vegetable bakes and flavoursome pies.

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These crunchy, chicken goujons coated in a 'krispy' batter and served with a side of healthy carrot 'fries', are great for a quick mid-week meal your kids will love
Crunchy chicken goujons with carrot 'fries'
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Budding chefs will love making this fried rice almost as much as eating it! Loaded with carrots, broccoli, mangetout and peas, and finished with egg ribbons, this speedy vegetable-packed stir-fry is perfect for a fuss-free weeknight supper.
Vegetable fried rice with egg ribbons
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Your budding chefs will love getting stuck in in the kitchen with these vibrant fish and veggie couscous parcels. Not only are they a great way of introducing kids to cooking with fish, but they're also healthy and can be on the table in just half an hour
Fish and veggie parcels with couscous
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Cannelloni is a popular Italian dish where pasta tubes are stuffed with a meat or vegetable filling and baked in a rich sauce. For this extra-cheesy kid’s version, we use taco mixed beans as the protein for a cost-effective and healthy option
Veggie cannelloni bake
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Keep little chefs entertained during the school holidays with these delicious, healthy cod burgers. Simply add a dollop of mayonnaise, some juicy sliced tomatoes and some crunchy lettuce leaves for a firm family favourite
Baked fish burgers
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Chicken nuggets but not as you know it! Kids will love this crunchy quinoa coating, which adds a slightly nutty flavour and a crisp texture
Crunchy quinoa chicken nuggets
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This quick and easy pizza recipe tastes amazing — and it’s even quicker than ordering a takeaway
Instant pepperoni and rocket pizza
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Fish and chips, but not as you know it! We've packed tons of extra flavour into this iconic British supper with a lemon, thyme and paprika crumb and perfectly crisp celery salt chips. This zingy twist on a classic will transport you straight to the seaside
Lemon and thyme cod goujons and chips
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Chocolate cake
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When it comes to celebrating a special occasion, there is nothing better than tucking into a slice of classic chocolate cake. The ultimate indulgence, a rich, velvety ganache takes this dessert to the next level
  • Serves 8
  • 45 mins
  • 565 calories
Easy apple crumble
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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
  • Serves 4
  • 60 mins
  • 335 calories
Victoria sponge cake
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Named after Queen Victoria, this quintessentially British bake is simplicity at its best; sweet strawberry jam and pillowy soft cream, sandwiched between two light sponge cakes and a dusting of icing sugar
  • Serves 8
  • 45 mins
  • 443 calories
Simple lasagne
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Comfort food doesn't get much more classic than this Italian favourite, featuring layers of rich beef mince and a creamy sauce.
  • Serves 6
  • 30 mins to prepare and 1 hr 10 mins to cook
  • 739 calories
Fruity buttermilk pancakes
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Start the day with these fluffy fruit pancakes. Eggs and buttermilk are whisked into self raising flour, then the batter is sweetened with honey and blueberries. Swap the flour with wholemeal self raising flour for an extra healthy take.
  • Serves 4
  • 15 mins
  • 268 calories
Strawberry cheesecake tarts
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Need something sweet but don’t want to cook? These strawberry cheesecake tarts are the answer. With a crumbly ginger biscuit base, Greek yogurt and soft cheese filling with strawberries and jam on top, these fruity treats are pure indulgence.
  • Serves 4
  • 20mins to prepare, 5mins to cook and 25mins to cool
  • 563 calories
Vegan Victoria sponge
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Victoria sponge gets a vegan makeover. This gorgeous cake contains no eggs or dairy and is filled with vegan vanilla buttercream and strawberry jam. An decadent treat, that is much less indulgent than it seems.
  • Serves 12
  • 65 mins
  • 433 calories
Classic Christmas cake
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Get into the festive spirit by baking a show-stopping classic Christmas cake.
  • Serves 20
  • 300 mins
  • 406 calories
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