Budget winter recipes

Make sausage rolls flavoured with apple and sage in the air fryer. If you’ve got a larger machine or a couple of drawers, feel free to double the recipe

Rustle up a delicious breakfast of scrambled eggs in no time – this protein-rich dish takes just four minutes in the microwave

Make two meals in one: rustle up our creamy garlic chicken and polenta dinner then reinvent the leftovers to make this easy chicken and rice soup

Gently steam the fish in baking parchment to guarantee a perfectly cooked piece of microwaved salmon. Enjoy this meal for two with sticky rice and pak choi

Make homemade Christmas pigs in blankets easily by using your air fryer. If you like, add flavourings such as sage leaves

Tuck into a bowl of soothing and comforting prawn laksa noodle soup. A simple dish, it takes just 15 minutes to make and is packed with flavour.

Soup is a staple at Iftar, gently reintroducing food after fasting. Shorbet lesan asfour, or bird’s tongue soup, is made with orzo and broth

Cook sprouts in an air fryer for a super-easy cooking method, then add flavourings of your choice, such as chilli or chopped crispy bacon

Give this classic a flavour boost with the option of adding pecans and chocolate chips, or try any other nuts you prefer. Make this in the air fryer for ease

Use an air-fryer to make this cheese & bacon frittata – you can add chilli flakes for heat, then sprinkle with parsley to serve

Try this slow-cooker butter chicken curry for a guaranteed family favourite. It has a creamy, lightly spiced tomato sauce and juicy chunks of chicken

Make this comfort food classic with your air-fryer. Top with mozzarella, and serve warm with salad or your favourite sides

Make a classic ham & cheese toastie in your air-fryer – try gruyère instead of cheddar, if you like, or sourdough in place of your usual bread

A small gammon will easily fit in a slow cooker. Cook it low and slow for homemade glazed ham that's ideal for sandwiches, party buffets or simply sliced and served with chips

Make our creamy potato gratin in the slow cooker for an easy side dish. Slow-cooking offers lovely depth of flavour while saving effort and energy costs

Treat the family to this wholesome slow cooker chicken casserole with a creamy but light sauce. This warming dish delivers comfort while being low-fat

Make this slow-cooker lamb shank recipe for chilly evenings when you need something simple and hearty. Serve with mash, fettuccine or a crispy baked potato

Cook brisket in subtle festive spices slowly at a low temperature for meltingly tender beef. It makes a great alternative to a traditional Christmas roast

Make a classic carrot cake with the help of your trusty air fryer. Top with soft cheese icing and crushed pecans, then kick back and enjoy with a cup of tea

Try this easy, one-pot chicken curry that's low-fat, low-calorie and delivers three of your five-a-day. It's slow-cooked so the meat is beautifully tender

Make these low-effort sweet potato jackets in your air fryer, then top with creamy tahini yogurt and curry leaves for a no-fuss meal