For a while we collectively shunned carbs, then we rediscovered them via sourdough topped with smashed avocado. We’ve been on journeys through low-fat, keto and fasting over the years, immersed in a c

It’s not a party without an all-star buffet line-up…

pasta canned fish peanut butter rice jarred beans Dried pasta is a stalwart of the storecupboard, and at this time of year, you’re likely to have some cabbage and sausages in the fridge as well. Here’

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

Here we’re jazzing up a handy grain packet, meaning you get big flavour, fast. SERVES 2 TOTAL TIME 13 mins EASY 160g long-stem broccoli 2 x 150g free-range skinless chicken breasts olive oil 460g jar