Meals in minutes!

It’s incredible what you can cook at the touch of a button – from chocolate cake to butternut squash risotto, microwaves can save you valuable time and energy. In fact, they’re more energy-efficient t

■ Serves 4 ■ Prep 10 mins ■ Cook 45 mins 1 broccoli (about 350g), floretscut into bite-sized pieces,stalk cut into 1cm chunks2 leeks, finely sliced (about 350g)½-1 tsp chilli flakes (optional)2 tbsp o

Pack in lots of veg and a little spice with this meal. Any leftovers can be enjoyed for lunch the next day. SERVES 4 PREP 20 mins COOK 10 mins EASY V 150g frozen edamame½ red cabbage, finely sliced1 l

SERVES 4 PREP 20 mins COOK 30 mins EASY V 2 large courgettes, trimmed andthinly sliced into strips lengthways¼ tsp smoked paprika3 tbsp olive oil, plus extra forthe tin and brushing2 x 250g blocks hal

■ Serves 2 ■ Prep 15 mins ■ Cook 15 mins 325g frozen grilled vegetables1 tsp Mexican-style seasoning1 small avocado, peeled, stonedand chopped1 lime, juiced75g cherry tomatoes, halved2 small flour tor

Enjoy perfect potatoes any time, from delicious lunches to family dinners