Quick budget family meal plan

Plan for seven days of quick and delicious meals for a family of four you can get on the table in 30 minutes or less. The recipes use low-cost ingredients and energy-efficient cooking methods, such as the hob and microwave. As well as having the thumbs-up from the team’s families, these recipes have been highly rated by the Good Food community.

Smart planning and cooking will help you make nutritious meals that taste great. We calculate a budget meal at a cost of approximately £1.50 per serving for ingredients used or less, however the price of many ingredients is constantly fluctuating (you may have to spend a little more if you need to replenish staples such as a full bottle of cooking oil, a bag of rice or a pot of spices, but you will use these up over time and we will give you ideas for how to do this). You may also have access to markets and local shops that offer savings.

Find out which supermarkets and types of food and drink have the fastest rising prices – see the free supermarket price tracker on Which.co.uk.