SERVES 6 The addition of lentils keeps this leaner on both cost and cals. YOU WILL NEED 2tbsp olive oil500g minced lamb1 large onion, finely chopped3 garlic cloves, crushed1tsp ground cumin1tsp ground

SERVES 2 A wonderfully tasty chicken stew, topped off with a buttery pastry crust. YOU WILL NEED 1tbsp olive oil 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs, chopped into chunky pieces 4 rashers streaky bacon

A speedy throw-together meal with a fruity cheese combo that really works. SERVES 4 PREP 15 MINS COOK 15 MINS ✱ 1 small pineapple, approx 400g, chopped ✱1tbsp Mexican spice fajita and taco mix (we use

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