Student recipes

Edwina Hanslo's delicious and super quick chocolate cake with a creamy ganache is the perfect choice for busy mums

A rescue recipe for when there's nothing in the fridge or when you fancy something cheap, this curry is delicious and filling. It's healthy and vegan-friendly, too.

Try this healthy pilaf filled for an easy midweek meal. With cashew nuts, veg and spices, it's not only tasty but budget-friendly too. Top with coriander chutney

Turkey mince is cheap and lean. Flavour Mexican-style chilli with cumin and paprika and serve in crisp baked potatoes

Use a lime-spiked spicy marinade to coat thighs and drumsticks then roast and serve with paprika rice for a cheap and healthy supper

An easy vegetarian supper that's cheap to make too

This giant sausage roll and spicy homemade baked beans are easy to make and perfect for sharing - great for students on a budget

Warm up on chilly nights with this comforting risotto. It's a budget-friendly choice for feeding the family on busy weeknights

Enjoy this flavour-packed wrap as a cheap and tasty lunch or light supper

A thrifty dish of pork meatballs with crispy ciabatta topping and a mustard, crème fraîche sauce

Who needs ready-made instant noodles when you can whip up your own low-fat, high flavour version in under 10 mins?

Use frozen, skinless wild salmon fillets for a cheap and filling lunch on the go. This low-calorie, healthy dish couldn't be easier to whip up

This everyday, freeze-ahead supper combines tomatoes with a creamy cheese sauce - a perfect family meal

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

Need a simple, vibrant midweek meal the family will love? Put together these easy chicken fajitas and people can create their own masterpieces at the table

Easy and cheap to recreate at home, students won't need to order takeaways ever again!

Enjoy the taste of the Med with this fresh, wholesome supper using an oily fish that's packed with omega-3 and a good, cheap storecupboard staple

Whizz up kale, pumpkin seeds, basil and garlic to make this easy kale pesto. It's perfect stirred through wholemeal spaghetti for a healthy vegan meal

You can't beat piping hot cheese and tomato on a thin, crispy pizza base - this version is ready in just 35 minutes

This easy budget supper uses ready-rolled pastry to make an open pie - experiment with your own toppings

This Indian feast has a healthy vegetable count and is a really simple everyday supper

Everyone needs a trusty tomato soup recipe - and this one costs less than a pound per serving

Give student staple tuna pasta a boost with capers, mascarpone, lemon zest and parmesan for a more sophisticated take on a budget-friendly midweek meal

Sausages and spuds get a fresh spin in this thrifty, family-friendly supper