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High-protein, low-calorie dinners that save time, energy and washing-up

Use a few storecupboard heroes to transform humble ingredients into flavourful, low-cost midweek meals

SERVES 4-6 PREP 25 mins plus cooling and at least 1 hr chilling COOK 2 hrs 15 mins MORE EFFORT ❄ 2 tbsp ras el hanout1 lemon, zested4 garlic cloves, crushed6 tbsp olive oil4 lamb shanks (about 1.5kg)2

A speedy throw-together meal with a fruity cheese combo that really works. SERVES 4 PREP 15 MINS COOK 15 MINS ✱ 1 small pineapple, approx 400g, chopped ✱1tbsp Mexican spice fajita and taco mix (we use

SERVES 4-6 PREP 20 mins COOK 2 hrs EASY 3 tbsp olive oil, plus a drizzle1 large onion, finely chopped2 large garlic cloves, crushed10g ginger, peeled and gratedor finely chopped400g lamb mince2 tsp gr

■ Serves 4 ■ Prep 10 mins ■ Cook 20 mins 1 tbsp rapeseed oil1 onion, finely sliced4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs,cut into thick strips1-2 tbsp jerk seasoning1 green chilli, deseeded and sliced(op