Meat-free meals

Precooked grains and pulses are a storecupboard lifesaver during the week and are a great way to boost both your fibre and protein intake

Everyone’s fave – it’s quick, simple, and packed with flavour

Full of flavour, but lighter on the calories

By Made in Hackney chef Steve Wilson Serves 4 | Prep 25 mins | Cook 45 mins 120g driedPuy lentils1 litre waterA pinch of sea salt,plus extra for theparsnip water2 onions2-4 garlic cloves2 parsnips160g

By The Happy Pear (thehappypear.ie) Serves 4 | Prep 15 mins | Cook 40 mins 1 medium onion2 carrots3 garlic cloves1 tbsp vegetable oil4 tbsp tomato purée2 tbsp tamari or soy sauce300ml red wine200g oys

Cook up a batch of these new, flavourful recipes to fill your freezer and you’ll always have a bowl of comforting food to dig into