No-cook meals

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

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

SERVES 2 PREP 15 mins COOK 15 mins EASY 2 lemongrass stalks, bashed then roughly chopped 50g ginger, finely sliced 1-2 green chillies, sliced, plus extra to serve 400ml can coconut milk ½ tsp ground t

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

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