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Surprisingly cheap dishes

Fantastic food does not have to be expensive. With a few simple tips and tricks, such as using cheaper cuts of meat, you can create impressive dishes without spending a fortune. Cooking on a budget has never tasted this good.
Leek and cheese filo tart
by Miguel Barclay

This creamy, cheesy leek tart is total comfort food. It's generous enough for lunch without the optional extras, but for a hearty dinner serve with jacket potatoes and peas.

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Sticky chicken bites

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Smoked mackerel pilau rice

by Hala El-Shafie
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Lamb shawarma

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Vegetarian bolognese

by Chris Bavin
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Sweet potato and feta parcels

Light meals & snacks

Spiced puffed rice chicken goujons with sweet potato wedges

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Lamb and lentil curry

by Justine Pattison
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Coconut chicken

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Chicken satay noodles

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Puff pastry bites

by Emily Angle
Starters & nibbles

Sticky chicken and vegetable kebabs with couscous

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Jollof rice with chicken

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Microwave butternut squash risotto

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Thai fish curry

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Easy paneer and potato curry

by Aktar Islam
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Mediterranean chicken with potatoes

by Jason Atherton
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Pea and goats’ cheese risotto

by Marcus Wareing
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