When only egg-fried rice will do, why not try adding a dose of green goodness with this super-tasty kale recipe? The chilli, ginger, lime and soy pack a punch, but it’s still comforting and familiar.

Use up seasonal ingredients lingering in your fridge to make these tasty meals

Rethink the possibilities for dinner by stocking up on these hero ingredients:

You can’t hurry these flavour-packed soups and stews for a hearty winter supper. This is calm cooking for a restorative start to the new year

SERVES 4 | PREP 10 MINS | COOK 25 MINS | EASY 2 tbsp olive oil225g halloumi, coarsely grated150g brussels sprouts, thinly sliced1 tsp ras el hanout100g swiss chard, stems roughly chopped, leaves shred

Make hearty dishes for hungry Twixmas guests with Alison Roman’s smart storecupboard recipes