Kidney bean recipes

A rescue recipe for when there's nothing in the fridge, or when you fancy something cheap, delicious and filling

This great chilli recipe has to be one of the best dishes to serve to friends for a casual get-together. An easy sharing favourite that uses up storecupboard ingredients.

These beany veggie burgers are easy to make and the toppings make them wonderfully moist - cook from frozen to save time

Whip up a healthy chilli and bean pasta meal that's full of fibre and vitamin B

A prepare-ahead one pot that will please all ages and is easily made for a crowd, just reheat and add some garlic bread and a salad

This fast and filling chilli is great served with rice or piled high onto a baked potato and dolloped with soured cream

This hearty, satisfying one-pot is low fat and easy on the washing up

This healthy veggie chilli makes for a quick and satisfying supper, crammed with pulses and colourful fresh vegetables

This casual meat-free main is a cheap and cheerful way to fill up your friends

Ideal for entertaining families with kids, this easy classic chilli dish is quick, hassle-free and great to have in the freezer

A low-fat filler that can be warmed up easily for lunch the next day. Experiment with your favourite fillings

The family favourite with a spicy kick and parsnip mash topping

Make comfort in a pot with this tasty and warming recipe, perfect for rainy evenings

The ultimate make-ahead comfort food dish - if you're spending a weekend in the country this dish will defrost as you travel

This vegan chilli packs in plenty of vegetables and doesn’t fall short on the flavour front. Serve it with rice or in jacket potatoes for a filling supper

Not one to leave your tummy rumbling, this filling salad really hits the spot and has a spicy kick

A saucy, warming casserole with Cumberland sausages, chilli gravy and kidney beans. It's budget-friendly and ready in less than 30 minutes too

These easy, budget-friendly chicken quesadillas make a quick lunch for two or a simple party snack and are a great way to use up leftover roast chicken

Give baked potatoes a bit of oomph with this easily reheated side dish - great with sausages and salad

Kidney beans and veg make chicken drumsticks go further with this sweet and hot curry - pack in 4 of your 5 a day in a filling family meal

Turkey is the ultimate healthy, feelgood food - low in fat but high in protein. Jazz it up with a spicy salsa

A clever mix of basmati and wild rice gives this superhealthy chicken dish a wonderfully nutty bite

This vegetarian meal in a bowl shows how something delicious can be made from mostly storecupboard ingredients

Unlike regular potatoes, sweet potatoes count as one of your five-a-day. They're naturally sweet-tasting and they won't disrupt your blood sugar levels