Thrifty feasts

Recreate your favourite takeaway at home

Easy recipes to make ahead and freeze for hearty dinners in a flash

By Jenn Lueke Serves 4 | Prep 15 mins | Cook 15 mins 2 x tins of chickpeas, drained and rinsed 2-7 tinned chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (depending on your spice preference), finely diced 1 tsp garli

Whip up a big batch of this low-effort winner. It freezes well, and can be served in a bunch of different ways. SERVES 6 PREP 15 MINS COOK 45 MINS ✱ 1tbsp oil ✱2 red onions, chopped ✱1 fat garlic clov

SERVES 1 This is a great way to use up leftovers. Throw in some frozen veggies too for a healthy boost of fibre. YOU WILL NEED 1tbsp olive oil1 chicken breast, diced½ carrot, diced¼ sweetheart cabbage

This take on pasta e ceci is like a hug in a bowl. It should be brothy, so add more water as it cooks if you need to. As it uses such humble ingredients, seasoning is key. A drizzle of good olive oil