Quick & cleverchips ‘n’ dips

■ Serves 4 as a snack ■ Prep 15 mins ■ Cook 45 mins 2 large onions, sliced2 tsp sunflower oil1 tsp brown sugar100g cheddar, grated1 tbsp American-stylemustard, plus extra to serve200g corn tortilla ch

■ Serves 4 ■ Prep 5 mins ■ Cook 20 mins 5 tbsp olive oil1 tsp smoked paprika1 tsp cumin seeds400g can cherry tomatoes200g fresh cherry tomatoes2 garlic clovessmall bunch of parsleysmall bunch of basil

By The Happy Pear (thehappypear.ie) Serves 6 | Prep 10 mins | Cook 20 mins FOR THE MACARONI 300g wholewheat or gluten-free macaroni FOR THE PUMPKIN CHEESE SAUCE 300g pumpkin purée or freshly cooked pu

Whether it’s festive nibbles with the neighbours or a full-scale NYE party, these drinks and canapés are sure to please all

Need midweek meal inspiration? These recipes have a little something for everyone, and are ready in 60 minutes or less

Ingredients (Serves 4) 1 tbs vegetable oil 1 red onion, chopped 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp chilli powder 400 g can red kidney beans, drained and rinsed 400 g can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed 1 c