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On a budget recipes

You don't have to be a big spender to dish up fantastic meals every day of the week. Marinating and slow cooking can turn cheaper cuts of meat in meltingly tender stews, and using leftover veg or meat as the basis of next day's soup and stir fries saves on food and fuel bills.

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This spicy sausage ragu with spirali is a flavour-packed family-favourite
Spicy sausage ragu with spirali
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Why wouldn’t you cheat when the end result is as tasty and delicious as this caprese pizza? Using oven-roasted mini tortillas as the base and topped with sliced mozzarella, basil and tomatoes, this tastes as authentic as the real deal
Cheat's Caprese pizza
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Be inspired by the flavours of India with these easy fish kebabs that can be ready and on the table in just 25 minutes
Mini fish tikka kebabs
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Make the most of an entire butternut squash in this fragrant vegetarian ramen. The butternut squash flesh is roasted until caramelised before being added to the ramen stock, whilst the seeds get a sticky soy sauce coating for a crunchy finish.
Miso squash ramen
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This free-form tart makes an impressive vegetarian main or picnic dish. Creamy goat’s cheese and herby buttered potatoes fill a crispy filo pastry case for a healthy bake that still feels indulgent.
Potato and goat’s cheese tart
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Not just for spreading on bagels and toast, peanut butter is a very versatile storecupboard ingredient that can be used in plenty of dishes
Carrot, cumin and peanut butter burgers
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A healthy vegetarian option made with green lentils, and plenty of veg and spices
Spicy lentil stew
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Try this delicious aubergine pancake recipe for a healthy dinner for two. Proving there is more to pancakes than just lemon and sugar, these golden savoury pancakes are filled with a summery veg sauce using soft fried aubergines and juicy fresh tomatoes.
Aubergine pancakes
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Popular on a budget recipes

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
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 Spanish paella
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Paella is said to have originated in Valencia, on Spain’s eastern coastline, where it’s traditionally made with meat and cooked on an open fire. This simple paella recipes uses a mix of meat and seafood and is wonderfully delicious
  • Serves 6
  • 105 mins
  • 281 calories
Chocolate and raspberry roulade
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Chocolate and raspberries are a winning combination with the acid fruit of the berries cutting through the richness of the chocolate
  • Serves 12
  • 45 mins
  • 249 calories
Vegan nut roast
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A nut roast is a fantastic alternative to a meat main course or traditional Christmas dinner. This delicious recipe is full of hearty veg – butternut squash, aubergine, red pepper – as well as nuts, herbs and green olives.
  • Serves 8
  • 40 mins to prepare and 1 hour 10 mins to cook
  • 393 calories
Chocolate rice crispy cakes
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These gooey and crunchy marshmallow rice crispy cakes won’t just get the kids excited. With a chocolate topping, these bite size treats make a delicious after-dinner nibble or afternoon tea snack.
  • Serves 25
  • 50 mins
  • 131 calories
Moroccan meatballs
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These spicy beef meatballs in a rich coriander and cumin-flavoured tomato sauce are so easy to prepare, and to make in large batches to freeze for a later date. Serve with warm flatbread and fluffy cous cous.
  • Serves 4
  • 50 mins
  • 740 calories
Chicken, bacon and leek cottage pie
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For a quick and easy family dinner, try this hearty cottage pie packed with succulent chicken and crispy bacon lardons and topped with golden potatoes and rich Cheddar. Full of flavour and simple to make, it’s the perfect midweek meal.
  • Serves 4
  • 30 mins
  • 617 calories

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