Gadget genius

You’ll only need 20 minutes (or less) to cook these meals from Alex Hughes – better still, portions come in at under 600 calories

Pull out your air fryer, slow cooker and blender to make convenient meals that require less fat and preserve nutrients

SERVES 4 PREP 30 mins COOK 1 hr 20 mins EASY ❄ ragu 2 duck breasts, skin removed2 tbsp olive oil1 onion, finely chopped1 tsp fennel seeds2 garlic cloves1 bay leaf½ small pack parsley, leaves picked,st

Once you’ve made the creamy leek sauce for the pie, you can add any cooked meat you fancy or cooked mushrooms and squash for a veggie version. ■ Serves 4 ■ Prep 10 mins ■ Cook 50 mins 300g cooked chic

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Using ready-made meatballs is a real time saver with this family favourite. SERVES 4 PREP 15 MIN COOK 20 MIN ✱ 700g shop-bought beef meatballs ✱ 1tbsp olive oil, plus extra, for drizzling ✱ 300g high-