JapaneseChicken TeriyakiPan-seared boneless chicken thighs brushed with a glossy soy, ginger and garlic glaze. It comes together in about 40 minutes and suits a weeknight dinner with rice.40 min·Serves 4
JapaneseSalmon TeriyakiPan-seared salmon fillets brushed with a glossy ginger-soy glaze, served over steamed rice with broccoli. It is a quick, balanced dinner that needs one pan and a handful of pantry sauces.40 min·Serves 4
JapaneseEbi TempuraLarge prawns in a thin, crisp batter of ice-cold water and flour, served with a light dipping sauce and grated radish. A good dinner when you want something crunchy but not heavy.45 min·Serves 4
JapaneseNikujagaA Japanese home-style stew of thinly sliced beef, potatoes, onion and carrot simmered in a gently sweet soy broth. It is comforting, easy on the budget and ready in under an hour.50 min·Serves 4
JapaneseOkonomiyakiThick, savoury Japanese cabbage pancakes with crisp chicken, brushed with a tangy-sweet sauce and drizzled with mayonnaise. A filling weeknight dinner from one pan and pantry basics.50 min·Serves 4
JapaneseChicken NanbanEgg-coated fried chicken thigh dipped in a sweet-sour soy and vinegar sauce, then topped with creamy egg tartar sauce. A Miyazaki-style dinner that is soft, tangy and rich.50 min·Serves 4
JapaneseHambagu SteakJuicy Japanese-style minced beef patties, seared and simmered in a glossy ketchup and Worcestershire sauce. A comforting weeknight dinner that goes well with plain rice.50 min·Serves 4
JapaneseAgedashi TofuCrisp-edged fried tofu sitting in a warm, savoury dashi broth with grated radish and spring onion. A light Japanese dinner that comes together in about 40 minutes.40 min·Serves 2
AmericanBeef ChiliA thick, smoky pot of beef mince and kidney beans, simmered slowly with tomato, cumin and a little cocoa for depth. It feeds a crowd and tastes even better the next day.1 h 40 min·Serves 6
AmericanChicken Pot Pie with Flaky Butter CrustA creamy chicken and vegetable filling under a golden, flaky butter crust. It is a comforting family dinner that uses everyday ingredients and bakes in one pie dish.1 h 45 min·Serves 6
AmericanPhilly Cheesesteak SandwichesThinly sliced beef, soft sweet onions and melted cheese piled into a toasted roll. A quick skillet dinner that tastes like a street-food stand at home.45 min·Serves 4
AmericanCorn ChowderA thick, creamy American soup packed with sweet corn and soft potatoes, with a little smoked paprika for depth. Simple pantry cooking that turns into a filling dinner.1 h·Serves 4
AmericanBeef Meatloaf with Tangy Ketchup GlazeA tender, juicy loaf of seasoned beef mince topped with a sticky sweet-tangy glaze. It's an easy family dinner that slices neatly and makes good sandwiches the next day.1 h 35 min·Serves 6
AmericanSloppy JoesSaucy, sweet-tangy beef mince piled onto toasted buttery buns. It's ready in about 35 minutes from ordinary pantry ingredients, so it suits busy weeknights.35 min·Serves 4
ItalianSpaghetti BologneseA slow-simmered beef and tomato ragù with finely chopped vegetables and a splash of milk, tossed through spaghetti. It's a filling family dinner that rewards a little patience.1 h 30 min·Serves 4
AmericanBaked Mac and Cheese with Crunchy Golden CrumbsTender macaroni in a smooth, sharp cheese sauce, baked until bubbling under a buttery, crisp breadcrumb topping. A comforting family dinner that is easy to make with everyday cheeses.1 h 5 min·Serves 6
ItalianChicken CacciatoreBone-in chicken braised slowly with tomatoes, peppers, onion and herbs until the sauce turns rich and the meat falls off the bone. A one-pot Italian dinner that suits rice, bread or pasta.1 h 20 min·Serves 4
AmericanCrispy Chicken BurgerA juicy yogurt-marinated chicken cutlet in a spiced, double-crunch coating, stacked in a toasted bun with a creamy chilli sauce. Easy to make at home with pantry staples.1 h 5 min·Serves 4
ItalianChicken ParmesanCrisp golden chicken cutlets under a simple garlicky tomato sauce and melted mozzarella. An Italian-American favourite that feels special but uses everyday ingredients.1 h 10 min·Serves 4
ItalianMushroom RisottoA creamy, savoury risotto built on well-browned mushrooms, slow-stirred Arborio rice and a finish of butter and Parmesan. It is an easy way to make a weeknight dinner feel special.55 min·Serves 4
FusionChicken Tikka PizzaA homemade pizza with a chewy crust, spiced yogurt-marinated chicken, peppers and stretchy mozzarella. A good weekend dinner that uses familiar tikka flavours on a pizza base.2 h·Serves 4
ItalianMargherita PizzaA thin, chewy homemade pizza with a simple tomato sauce, melted mozzarella and fresh basil. Made in a regular home oven with a preheated tray, it bakes up crisp underneath and soft at the edges.1 h 50 min·Serves 4
ItalianBasil Pesto Pasta with Blistered TomatoesFresh basil pesto tossed through spaghetti with blistered cherry tomatoes and a splash of starchy pasta water. A bright, herby dinner that is ready in about 30 minutes.30 min·Serves 4
ItalianPenne ArrabbiataPenne tossed in a fiery tomato sauce built on garlic, chilli and olive oil. It is a meat-free, pantry-friendly dinner that is ready in about 30 minutes.35 min·Serves 4