Dinner recipes
Weeknight dinners and weekend cooking: curries, pasta, pies, roasts and one-pan meals.
Most of these take about 40 min from start to finish, and the quickest is Spaghetti Aglio e Olio at 17 min. 65 of the 92 are rated easy, and 15 are vegetarian. Newest additions: Anglesey Eggs, Baked Mac and Cheese and Baked Ziti.
Anglesey Eggs
Hard-boiled eggs on a bed of leeky mashed potato, covered in cheese sauce and baked until golden.
Baked Mac and Cheese
Macaroni in a creamy, three-cheese sauce, topped with crunchy buttery breadcrumbs and baked until golden.
Baked Ziti
Pasta tubes baked in a rich meat sauce with ricotta and lots of melting mozzarella. Italian-American comfort food.
BBQ Chicken
Chicken thighs and drumsticks cooked until tender, then brushed with a sticky homemade barbecue sauce.
Beef and Guinness Stew
Tender chunks of beef braised slowly in stout with carrots, onions and thyme until the sauce is dark and glossy.
Beef Braciole
Thin slices of beef rolled around garlic, parsley and Parmesan, then slowly simmered in tomato sauce.
Beef Cobbler
Rich beef stew topped with savoury cheese scones that bake until golden and fluffy.
Beef Ho Fun
Wide rice noodles stir-fried with beef, beansprouts and spring onions in a smoky soy sauce.
Beef in Black Bean Sauce
Tender strips of beef stir-fried with peppers and onions in a rich, savoury black bean sauce.
Beef Olives
Thin slices of beef rolled around a herby stuffing and braised in rich gravy until meltingly tender.
Beef Stew
Tender chunks of beef slowly braised with carrots, onions and ale in a rich, glossy gravy. Proper winter comfort food.
Boiled Bacon with Parsley Sauce
A gammon joint gently poached with vegetables, sliced and served with a smooth, herby white sauce.
Braised Oxtail
Oxtail slowly braised in red wine and stock until it falls off the bone, with a deep, sticky gravy.
Bucatini all'Amatriciana
Thick hollow pasta in a tomato sauce with crispy guanciale, chilli and pecorino. A Roman classic.
Buttermilk Fried Chicken
Chicken marinated in buttermilk, coated in seasoned flour and fried until crisp and craggy.
Cajun Chicken Pasta
Spicy Cajun-seasoned chicken in a creamy, peppery sauce with penne. A restaurant favourite.
Cawl
The national dish of Wales: a slow-cooked broth of lamb, leeks, swede and potatoes.
Chicken and Ham Pie
Tender chicken and ham in a creamy, herby sauce under a golden puff pastry lid.
Chicken and Mushroom Stir-Fry
Chicken and mushrooms stir-fried in a light oyster and garlic sauce. Simple, quick and satisfying.
Chicken and Sausage Gumbo
A rich Louisiana stew of chicken, smoky sausage and vegetables, thickened with a dark roux. Served over rice.
Chicken Chop Suey
A light stir-fry of chicken, beansprouts, onion and mixed vegetables in a simple savoury sauce.
Chicken Foo Yung
A Chinese-style omelette filled with chicken, beansprouts and onions. A takeaway classic.
Chicken Fried Steak
Tenderised steak coated in crispy seasoned batter and smothered in creamy peppery gravy. A Southern classic.
Chicken in Black Bean Sauce
Chicken, peppers and onions stir-fried in a savoury black bean sauce. Quicker than ordering a takeaway.
Chicken Tikka Masala
Charred, yoghurt-marinated chicken in a creamy, gently spiced tomato sauce. A takeaway favourite that's easy to make at home.
Chicken with Cashew Nuts
Chicken stir-fried with toasted cashews, peppers and onions in a savoury oyster sauce.
Chilli con Carne
A rich, smoky beef chilli with kidney beans, cumin and a touch of dark chocolate. Easy, freezer-friendly and great for a crowd.
Chinese BBQ Spare Ribs
Sticky pork ribs slow-roasted in a sweet, savoury glaze of hoisin, honey and five-spice.
Chinese Chicken Balls
Puffy, crispy battered chicken balls, served with a bright sweet and sour sauce for dipping.
Chinese Chicken Curry
Tender chicken, onions and peas in the thick, mild and glossy curry sauce you know from the British Chinese takeaway.
Chinese Satay Chicken
Chicken, onions and peppers in the rich, peanutty satay sauce found on British Chinese takeaway menus.
Classic Lasagne
Layers of rich beef ragù, silky béchamel and pasta, baked until golden and bubbling. The ultimate make-ahead family dinner.
Cod alla Livornese
Cod fillets simmered in a tomato sauce with olives, capers and garlic. Light, quick and full of flavour.
Cotoletta alla Milanese
Thin breaded escalopes fried in butter until golden and crisp, served with lemon and rocket.
Crispy Aromatic Duck
Duck legs slow-cooked with five-spice and ginger, then roasted until crisp. Serve shredded in pancakes with hoisin.
Crispy Chilli Chicken
Crispy chicken pieces tossed with chilli, garlic, peppers and a sweet and spicy sauce.
Crispy Shredded Chicken
Crispy strips of chicken tossed in a sticky, sweet chilli sauce with peppers and onions.
Dan Dan Noodles
Noodles in a spicy, nutty sauce of sesame paste, chilli oil and Sichuan pepper, topped with crispy pork.
Fried Catfish
Catfish fillets coated in seasoned cornmeal and fried until crisp. Serve with tartare sauce and coleslaw.
Fritto Misto
A light, crisp mix of fried squid, prawns and white fish, served with lemon and aioli.
Gammon, Egg and Chips
Thick gammon steaks, crispy oven chips and a runny fried egg. A true pub classic you can make at home.
General Tso's Chicken
Crispy chicken in a sweet, tangy and slightly spicy sauce with dried chillies.
Ginger and Spring Onion Chicken
Tender chicken stir-fried with plenty of ginger and spring onions in a light, savoury sauce.
Gnocchi alla Sorrentina
Soft potato gnocchi baked in tomato sauce with melting mozzarella and basil until bubbling.
Hoisin Pork Stir-Fry
Tender pork strips stir-fried with vegetables in a sweet, sticky hoisin sauce.
Honey Chilli Chicken
Crispy strips of chicken tossed in a sticky, sweet and spicy honey chilli sauce.
Lancashire Cheese and Onion Pie
Crumbly Lancashire cheese, soft onions and potato baked in shortcrust pastry. A northern teatime favourite.
Mackerel with Gooseberry Sauce
Crisp-skinned mackerel fillets with a sharp, buttery gooseberry sauce that cuts through the rich fish.
Mapo Tofu
Silky tofu in a fiery, savoury sauce with minced pork, chilli bean paste and Sichuan pepper.
Meatloaf
A juicy beef and pork meatloaf with a sticky, tangy ketchup glaze. Classic American comfort food.
Mince and Tatties
Savoury minced beef simmered with onions and carrots in a rich gravy, served with creamy mashed potatoes.
Mongolian Lamb
Tender lamb strips stir-fried with spring onions in a sticky, sweet soy and hoisin sauce.
Mushroom Fried Rice
Egg fried rice with plenty of golden mushrooms, peas and spring onions.
Nashville Hot Chicken
Crispy fried chicken brushed with a fiery cayenne-spiked oil. Served on white bread with pickles.
Orecchiette with Sausage and Broccoli
Little ear-shaped pasta with crumbled sausage, tender broccoli, garlic and chilli. A classic from Puglia.
Osso Buco
Veal shin slowly braised with white wine, tomato and vegetables, finished with a fresh gremolata of lemon, garlic and parsley.
Pan Haggerty
Layers of thinly sliced potato, onion and cheese cooked slowly in a frying pan until golden underneath and melting inside.
Pappardelle ai Funghi
Wide ribbons of pasta with garlicky pan-fried mushrooms, thyme, a little cream and Parmesan.
Pasta alla Norma
A Sicilian pasta of fried aubergine in a rich tomato and basil sauce, topped with salty ricotta salata.
Penne alla Vodka
Penne in a silky, rosy tomato and cream sauce with a splash of vodka and plenty of Parmesan.
Pepper Beef
Strips of beef stir-fried with green peppers and onions in a peppery oyster and soy sauce.
Pineapple Chicken
Chicken and juicy pineapple stir-fried with peppers in a light, tangy sauce.
Pollo alla Diavola
Spatchcocked chicken marinated in lemon, garlic, chilli and rosemary, roasted until crisp and spicy.
Porchetta
Rolled pork belly stuffed with garlic, fennel seeds and herbs, slow-roasted with crackling.
Rabbit Stew
Tender rabbit braised with bacon, cider, mustard and root vegetables. A traditional country dish.
Red Beans and Rice
Creamy red kidney beans simmered with smoked sausage and Cajun spices, served over rice. A Louisiana Monday tradition.
Ricotta Gnudi
Pillowy dumplings of ricotta and Parmesan served in sage brown butter. Lighter than gnocchi.
Rigatoni alla Gricia
Rigatoni with crisp guanciale, pecorino and lots of black pepper. The ancestor of carbonara and amatriciana.
Risotto alla Milanese
A golden saffron risotto finished with butter and Parmesan. The classic partner for osso buco.
Roast Chicken
Juicy roast chicken with crisp, golden skin, flavoured with lemon, garlic and thyme. The perfect centrepiece for a Sunday roast.
Salisbury Steak
Seasoned beef patties simmered in a rich mushroom and onion gravy. Serve with mashed potatoes.
Salsiccia e Fagioli
Italian sausages simmered with borlotti beans, tomato, garlic and sage. A rustic Tuscan one-pot supper.
Salt and Pepper Ribs
Tender pork ribs coated and fried until crispy, then tossed with chilli, garlic and salt and pepper seasoning.
Salt and Pepper Squid
Tender squid in a light, crisp coating, tossed with chilli, garlic and spring onions.
Salt and Pepper Tofu
Crispy fried tofu cubes tossed with peppers, chilli and a salt and pepper seasoning.
Scouse
Liverpool's famous stew of beef, lamb, potatoes and vegetables, cooked until thick and served with pickled red cabbage.
Sesame Chicken
Crispy chicken pieces in a sticky honey and soy glaze, sprinkled with toasted sesame seeds.
Shrimp and Grits
Creamy, cheesy grits topped with garlicky prawns, bacon and spring onions. A Southern favourite.
Sloppy Joes
Minced beef in a sweet and tangy tomato sauce, piled into soft toasted buns. Messy and delicious.
Smash Burgers
Thin, crispy-edged beef patties smashed onto a hot pan, topped with melted cheese in a soft bun.
Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
Spaghetti tossed with garlic gently fried in olive oil, chilli and parsley. A classic late-night Italian supper.
Spaghetti al Limone
Spaghetti in a bright, silky sauce of lemon, butter and Parmesan. Ready in the time it takes to cook the pasta.
Spaghetti Bolognese
A rich, slow-simmered beef and tomato ragù with a splash of red wine, tossed through spaghetti. The family favourite, done right.
Special Chow Mein
Egg noodles stir-fried with chicken, prawns, char siu pork and vegetables in a savoury sauce.
Special Fried Rice
Fried rice loaded with chicken, prawns, char siu or ham, egg and peas. A complete meal in a wok.
Steamed Sea Bass with Ginger
Delicate sea bass fillets steamed with ginger, then topped with sizzling oil, soy and spring onions.
Sticky Chinese Chicken Wings
Chicken wings baked in a sticky glaze of honey, soy, garlic and five-spice.
Sweet and Sour King Prawns
Juicy king prawns with peppers, onion and pineapple in a glossy sweet and sour sauce.
Szechuan Beef
Beef strips stir-fried with peppers, onion and chilli in a hot and spicy Szechuan-style sauce.
Texas Chili
Chunks of beef slowly simmered in a rich, smoky sauce of dried chillies. No beans, Texas style.
Tuna Noodle Casserole
Egg noodles, tuna and peas in a creamy sauce, topped with crispy breadcrumbs. Classic American family food.
Vegetable Chow Mein
Egg noodles stir-fried with crunchy vegetables in a savoury soy sauce. A quick vegetarian takeaway favourite.