Flash in the pan

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

By National Rice Week 2025 (riceassociation.org.uk) Serves 4 | Prep 15 mins | Cook 30 mins 300g basmati rice2 medium aubergines, sliced in halflengthwise and scored2 tbsp white miso paste1 tbsp maple

Enjoy these deliciously simple and quick-to-prepare recipes from Tim Wilson, founder of renowned sustainable butcher Ginger Pig, and food writer Rebecca Seal

This speedy bistec ranchero is something my mum mastered very well, mainly because she really doesn’t like cooking! So, when my dad wasn’t able to cook for us, she would make this: thin steak strips,

One for the weekend, as this aromatic roast requires a bit of planning, but it’s worth the wait. SERVES 4 PREP 15 MINS, PLUS 2 DAYS BRINING AND DRYING COOK 2 HR ✱ 1.8kg whole duck ✱ ½tbsp fine salt ✱

Weather too grim to go out? Put the brolly down and rustle up our recipes using freezer and storecupboard standbys instead