Onion is a base-note flavour for so many stocks, soups, stews and sauces. Yet onions can also be the star ingredient in some delicious dishes – keep whole and stuff with herby fillings or deep fry in beer batter for a classic treat. Our recipes for onion showcase the amazing versatility of this great root veg.
This is the ultimate umami-packed dinner, made even easier (and tastier) with Tesco Finest exotic mushrooms. Crispy, golden rice topped with glossy miso-coated mushrooms gives you all the rich, savoury flavours you want without any fuss. Perfect for a cosy weeknight or impressing friends without spending hours in the kitchen!
A spin on the classic French stew, this healthy traybake is the perfect choice for getting more veggies into your diet
Slow cooking the pepper, courgette and onion gives a delicious velvety consistency that melts in the mouth. Serve with laffa-style flatbreads and feta for a super summer supper.
Nothing beats digging into this chicken and chorizo filo pie. Juicy chicken, spicy chorizo and a creamy, cheesy sauce wrapped in crisp, buttery filo, finished with a drizzle of Tesco Finest Acacia Honey and a sprinkle of thyme, it’s a dinner that’s indulgent, full of flavour and perfect for scoffing straight from the dish.
This skillet mushroom lasagne is all about big, comforting flavours without the fuss. Packed with fresh and rehydrated mushrooms, rich tomato ragu and layers of creamy ricotta and gooey mozzarella, it’s indulgent, cosy and perfect for sharing straight from the pan.
This coconut chicken soup is proper tasty and super easy to throw together. Creamy, a bit spicy and packed with fresh herbs and a squeeze of lime, it’s the kind of bowl you just want to dive into. Serve it over rice, pile on the beansprouts and herbs, and you’ve got yourself a quick, flavour-packed dinner that hits all the right notes.
Traybakes such as this veggie sausage version are perfect for a stress-free, tasty dinner
Cooking your chicken in a slow-cooker is an easy, hands-off method that guarantees a juicy result. We've rubbed a piri piri-inspired spice blend on the chicken before cooking alongside corn on the cob. Serve with chips and slaw for a delicious feast.
These cosy loaded jackets are stuffed with mozzarella, cabbage and ham and baked until golden and melty. They're easy on the purse strings and you could use up any cheese, veg or cold meats you might have in the fridge!
We love a hands-off traybake recipe and this one is no exception. It's packed with veggies and the black olives give a tangy, savoury hit. We've served it over rice but it would be delicious with potatoes or pasta!
Blitzing veg into homemade pesto is an easy way to eat your greens. Toss through your favourite pasta and serve with grated pecorino for a super-speedy and delicious dinner!
This warming parsnip and carrot soup is spiced with ginger and curry powder, and finished with lemon for a zingy hit. Served with naans for dipping, this makes a hearty, warming family meal.
Chicken dippers are a clever shortcut here in these tasty katsu chicken burritos. The homemade sauce is easy to make and packs in some hidden veg, it freezes well too. The whole family will love these!
You can't beat a sausage traybake for tea and this recipe is topped with greens and served with potato wedges for a hearty meal. We've used tasty reduced-fat sausages, teamed with smoked paprika and baked beans for smoky-sweet flavours. It's a family meal you'll be making on repeat!
Enjoy all the crispiness of a schnitzel but without the frying, thanks to your air-fryer! If you prefer, you can swap the pork for chicken breasts or roasted aubergine slices. Serve with a zingy slaw for freshness.
You might use your microwave for reheating all the time, but it's also brilliant for cooking from scratch. This risotto recipe takes flavour inspiration from the classic Italian Caprese salad – the mozzarella goes all lovely and gooey. Ready in half an hour, this is a deliciously easy dinner for two.
Make a batch of these masala-spiced beans; they freeze well, count towards 2 of your 5-a-day and they're both a source of protein and fibre! Serve on toast, jacket potatoes or enjoy on their own.
An Indo-Chinese dish fusing fragrant spices with a sweet and sticky sauce, gobi manchurian is our go-to vegan fakeaway. Kashmiri chilli flakes add a warm, smoky flavour that also works great with chicken, see our tip, below.
Dark soy sauce is fermented for longer than light soy sauce, resulting in a more complex condiment with caramel undertones. We used it in this lip-smacking stir-fry, featuring beef strips cooked in a rich garlic, chilli and dark soy sauce.
Here’s a great way to make a small pack of mince go further, while retaining the flavour and comfort of a classic cottage pie. The mushrooms add nutty richness, while the soft cheese in the mash, with a grating of Cheddar on top, will please little eaters. Providing 4 of your 5-a-day and a hit of fibre, this is your new family favourite!
Tangy green kiwi fruit is the highlight of this refreshing salsa that's the perfect balance of sweet and sour. Enjoy as a dip for tortilla chips, with tacos or grilled fish. You'll grab one of your 5-a-day in a fresh and flavoursome way.
This vegan chickpea curry is something special! Packed with veggies, it's a delicious way to grab 2 of your 5-a-day. Don't forget the spoon of peanut butter, which gives a lovely rich and nutty finish. Why not freeze portions for healthy home-cooked 'ready meals'?
These roasted sweet potatoes are loaded with sweet, spicy and umami flavours for a deliciously different roast side dish. Perfect for a special Sunday lunch or for jazzing up a midweek meal with a burst of flavour. Try with grilled chicken, fish or tofu, or as part of a grains bowl with other roasted veg, rice or quinoa.
These turkey burgers make a lovely midweek treat or Friday night fakeaway! Cooked in the air-fryer to juicy perfection (or fry them), they're loaded with spicy and aromatic flavours. You'll have some leftover turkey burgers to pop in the freezer, or make our noodle salad – see tip, below.
These tasty little pastries are so quick and easy to make in an air-fryer, with crisp puff pastry and a oozy ham and cheese filling. The addition of courgette adds moisture and a bit of hidden veg for kids. Perfect for lunch, picnics or snacking.
These chicken tacos are loaded with 2 of your 5-a-day and are high in protein. Plus, they take no time at all to rustle up. Don't skip the spring onion salsa, it's bursting with fresh, zingy flavours!
Cure your takeaway cravings with Verna Gao's crispy honey garlic chicken. This Chinese-inspired recipe is perfect for your Lunar New Year celebrations. It's cooked in the air-fryer for extra crispiness!
This fish stew is easy to pull together and can be jazzed up for the whole family to enjoy. It's a great baby weaning recipe, suitable for little ones from 12+ months*, and it can be frozen too!
This veg-packed tagine recipe is lightly spiced and suitable for weaning your baby from 10+ months stage*. It can be blitzed with a blender if needed for a finer texture, or just lightly mashed with a fork to suit your little one. It's perfect for batch-cooking and can be frozen – see our tip below.
Fritters are a great way of introducing your baby to different vegetables and textures. These are suitable from 10+ months weaning stage* and make a great lunch or dinner. The fritters freeze well too, so are good for batch-cooking!
This hearty and wholesome slow-cooker chilli, with gentle warming spices, is one of the most versatile baby weaning recipes – suitable for infants from 12+ months*, but it also makes a great meal for all the family. Once you've prepped the chilli, you can let it slow-cook during the day while you get on with other things, plus you'll have some leftover mini portions for the freezer – bonus!
Slow-cooked for 8 hours, this rich Bolognese recipe is the perfect meal to chuck into your slow-cooker in the morning and enjoy after work
Spend less time in the kitchen and more time in the sun with these slow-cooker pulled turkey rolls