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Looking to try something new? We’ve got loads of recipes to choose from. All our recipes have been checked and approved by a specialist team of dietitians, so you’ll always know what’s in your food.

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Whether it's a quick bite before school or something more fancy at the weekend, a healthy breakfast is a great way to start any day.

Mornings can be busy when you have a family to feed, but our easy breakfast ideas are perfect for kids and adults alike.

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Healthy breakfast ideas - Healthier Families

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Whether it's a quick bite before school or something more fancy at the weekend, a healthy breakfast is a great way to start any day. Mornings can be busy when you have a family to feed, but our easy breakfast ideas are perfect for kids and adults alike.

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Whether squeezing it in before the school run in the morning or before bed on busy midweek evenings, preparing your child's lunchbox can seem like just another thing on the list.

School meals are a great choice, but if you do make a packed lunch for your child then we've got you covered with our range of quick, easy, healthier lunchbox ideas and tips.

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Lunchbox ideas and recipes - Healthier Families

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Simple, tasty recipes and tips for hassle-free healthier packed lunches.

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Cook once, eat twice!

Why not roast up a tray of tasty veg on a Sunday to give you a quick, healthier sandwich filling for the next couple of days? Or whip up a big batch of soup, cool it and freeze in individual portions ready to defrost for a super-speedy meal.

Wholemeal wraps, pitta and even just a straightforward sandwich are often a great way to use up leftovers from dinner the night before.

Chilli goes brilliantly in a wrap or over a baked potato the next day, for example, while salad is a great sandwich filler - try adding some soft cheese, hummus or leftover meat. And any cooked veg makes the ideal filling for a tasty pitta pocket or wrap.

To get you started, here are 6 recipes perfect for prepping in advance.

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Healthy lunch ideas - Healthier Families

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Why not roast up a tray of tasty veg on a Sunday to give you a quick, healthier sandwich filling for the next couple of days? Or whip up a big batch of soup, cool it and freeze in individual portions ready to defrost for a super-speedy meal.

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Cook the pancakes for 1½ minutes, or until bubbles appear on the surface and the edges look dry and slightly shiny. Quickly and carefully flip over and cook on the other side for 1½ minutes, or until light, fluffy and pale golden brown. If you turn the pancakes too late, they will be too set to rise evenly. You can always flip again if you want the first side to be a little browner.

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These healthier banana pancakes are made with ripe banana for sweetness and wholemeal flour for extra fibre.

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NHS Healthier Families Pudding & Snacks 

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Your family will love these delicious puds and snacks. And with ingredients like caramelised apples, healthy berries and creamy bananas, these tasty treats can even help towards your family's 5 A Day!

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Healthier dessert and snack recipes - Healthier Families

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Tasty, simple recipes for healthier versions of favourite puds and snacks like ice cream, crumble, pancakes and popcorn.

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Make this blueberry and apple overnight oats recipe for a super-quick and tasty breakfast the next morning. Future you will thank you.

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Preheat the oven to 220C/200C Fan/Gas 7. If you have a non-stick 12-hole muffin tin it may not need greasing or lining with paper cases; otherwise, grease all 12 holes of your muffin tin with butter, coconut oil or cooking oil spray, or line with paper muffin cases.

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These healthy blueberry muffins are made with wholemeal flour for extra fibre, great for a feel-good breakfast, brunch or afternoon tea.

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Divide the pastry into two equal rectangles and carefully roll them out until large enough to cover the top of two individual pie dishes. Place the upturned pie dishes on the pastry and cut around them to make the pie lids. Cut any excess pastry into strips and press them around the top edge of the pie dishes (this will help the lids stay in place as the pies bake). Cut a cross in the middle of the pastry lids and set aside.

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This healthy chicken pie is easy to make and still feels like a proper pie - even though it's lower in calories. Serve with steamed veg.

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A series of simple, scrumptious, carb-counted recipes that you can easily create at home.

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You'll feel full of beans and be well on your way to five a day with this healthy chilli con carne.

Each serving provides 505 kcal, 40g protein, 61g carbohydrates (of which 14.5g sugars), 8g fat (of which 3g saturates), 14g fibre and 1.2g salt.

Method

1. Spray a large frying pan with cooking spray. Add the beef and stir-fry over a high heat for 5-6 minutes, or until lightly browned.

2. Add the onion, garlic, courgette, aubergine and red pepper and stir-fry for a further 3-4 minutes. Add the cumin, smoked paprika, cinnamon and chilli powder and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes.

3. Add the kidney beans, tomatoes, tomato purée and stock and season well. Bring to the boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer, cover and cook for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

4. Uncover, stir and cook over a medium heat for 10 minutes.

5. Meanwhile, cook the rice according to the packet instructions.

6. Ladle the chilli over the rice in warmed bowls and serve immediately, with a dollop of fat-free yogurt and some chopped coriander.

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You'll feel full of beans and be well on your way to five a day with this healthy chilli con carne. Each serving provides 505 kcal, 40g protein, 61g carbohydrates (of which 14.5g sugars), 8g fat (of which 3g saturates), 14g fibre and 1.2g salt. Spray a large frying pan with cooking spray.

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Ready in about 15 minutes, this healthy veggie Thai green curry is made with tofu and plenty of vibrant vegetables. Serve with sticky rice.

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Meat and fish
□ 1 small whole chicken (around 1.3kg/2lb 14oz)
□ 3-4 rashers smoked bacon
□ 250g/9oz minced beef
□ 8 pork sausages

Tins, packets and jars
□ 400g mixed beans in chilli sauce
□ 400g tin red kidney beans in water
□ 400g tin green lentils
□ 400g tin chopped tomatoes
□ 2 x 400g tins baked beans
□ 145g tin tuna chunks
□ 250g/9oz long grain rice
□ 550g/1lb 4oz pasta shapes (ideally 250g/9oz penne and 300g/10½oz pasta shells)

Condiments
□ ½ tsp soy sauce (preferably dark)
□ 3 tbsp tomato ketchup
□ 4-5 tsp wholegrain mustard

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Meat and fish □ 1 small whole chicken (around 1.3kg/2lb 14oz) □ 3-4 rashers smoked bacon □ 250g/9oz minced beef □ 8 pork sausages Tins, packets and jars □ 400g mixed beans in chilli sauce □ 400g tin red kidney beans in water □ 400g tin green lentils □ 400g tin chopped tomatoes □ 2 x 400g tins baked beans □ 145g tin tuna chunks □ 250g/9oz long grain rice □ 550g/1lb 4oz pasta shapes (ideally 250g/9oz penne and 300g/10½oz pasta shells) Condiments □ ½ tsp soy sauce (preferably dark) □ 3 tbsp tomato ketchup □ 4-5 tsp wholegrain mustard

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Sticky sausage and potato traybake recipe

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Sweet and sticky sausages with colourful roasted veg make for a brilliant all-in-one traybake that the family will love.

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This easy one-pan supper has crispy potatoes and kale, juicy tomatoes and peppers, and set eggs with perfectly runny yolks.

Each serving provides 480 kcal, 25g protein, 56g carbohydrates (of which 10.5g sugars), 15g fat (of which 4g saturates), 9.5g fibre and 1.1g salt.

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Potato hash with tomatoes, pepper and kale recipe

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This easy one-pan supper has crispy potatoes and kale, juicy tomatoes and peppers, and set eggs with perfectly runny yolks. Each serving provides 480 kcal, 25g protein, 56g carbohydrates (of which 10.5g sugars), 15g fat (of which 4g saturates), 9.5g fibre and 1.1g salt.

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A vegetarian breakfast, lunch or snack that’s really quick, easy and packed with protein. Each serving provides 237 kcal, 20g protein, 3g carbohydrates (of which 3g sugars), 16g fat (of which 6g saturates), 2g fibre and 1.3g salt.

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Make broccoli the star of the show with this creamy broccoli pasta. This recipe is a doddle to prepare and will get you on your way to five a day.

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An easy veggie fritter recipe - made with any vegetables you like. This one is made with grated butternut squash and sweetcorn. So simple!

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An easy cheat's dinner, Lorraine Pascale's tortilla pizza take minutes and are a great use of leftover wraps.

Each pizza provides 371 kcal, 18.5g protein, 42g carbohydrate (of which 8g sugars), 14g fat (of which 7.5g saturates), 4g fibre and 1.4g salt.

Ingredients

4 wholewheat, plain flour or corn tortillas (about 19cm/7½in diameter)

1 small garlic clove, halved

400g tin chopped tomatoes (preferably with herbs)

¼-½ tsp chilli flakes (optional)

125g/4½oz pecorino cheese (or a mature cheddar), coarsely grated

280g jar roasted red and yellow peppers, drained (about 175g/6oz of actual peppers)

70g/2½oz rocket

small handful fresh basil leaves (optional)

2-3 tsp balsamic vinegar (optional)

2-3 tsp extra virgin olive oil (optional)

flaked sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

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An easy cheat's dinner, Lorraine Pascale's tortilla pizza take minutes and are a great use of leftover wraps. Each pizza provides 371 kcal, 18.5g protein, 42g carbohydrate (of which 8g sugars), 14g fat (of which 7.5g saturates), 4g fibre and 1.4g salt.

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Chicken egg-fried rice is a quick, easy and cheap way to use up leftovers. Perfect for late-night meals or dinner in a hurry.

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Eggy bread cheese and ham toastie recipe

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A cross between eggy bread and a cheese and ham toastie. This genius concoction makes an epic brunch or lunch.

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Discover our range of recipes - find loads of simple, affordable, tasty, healthier recipes to inspire you and your family.

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My 3-Ingredient Crispy Roasted Chickpeas Are the One Snack I Always Have on Hand

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Learn how to transform chickpeas into a crispy, savory snack by roasting them in the oven.

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A yogurt parfait in a bite-size cup. Crunchy, creamy, sweet, and packed full of fruit, these frozen yogurt bites feature triple berry yogurt atop a layer of crunchy granola with fresh fruit!

The Absolute Easiest Frozen Yogurt Bites

Lately, I've been enjoying All the Yogurt Parfaits. They're so delicious, packed with protein, crunchy granola, and delightfully fresh fruit. But the only thing I wish they weren't missing? Convenience! So, I whipped up today's easy semi-homemade healthy snack: frozen yogurt bites!

Just 3 Ingredients

These healthy snacks are made with just 3 simple ingredients. After some fun in the kitchen making these yogurt bites, you'll have a freezer full of super easy to eat frozen yogurt bites that double as yogurt parfaits in portable cup. Let's make this!

Recipe Highlights

Here are some of the reasons why this is my favorite easy frozen yogurt bites recipe:

Simple to make. I consider this recipe delightfully semi-homemade. You don't have to make your own yogurt or granola, you can pick up your favorite store-bought kinds to speed up the process. If you'd like to make granola, I highly recommend making this gluten free granola.

Easy to customize

Convenient for meal prep. I love making these frozen yogurt bites in advance because they stay fresh for up to 2 months, like my frozen yogurt bars.

You get everything you need in a snack-in one bite. Protein-packed yogurt, nutrient-dense fruit, and filling granola in one treat? Yes, please!

What are Frozen Greek Yogurt Bites?

Frozen Greek Yogurt bites are portable snacks that are made with crunchy granola, fruit-infused Greek yogurt, and fresh fruit. They're amazing because you can make a huge batch in advance, then freeze to set them until you're ready to eat. These yogurt bites can stay in the freezer for up to 2 months, until you're ready to snack, making them the perfect make ahead snack.

How to Make Frozen Yogurt Bites

One of my favorite hands-on kitchen projects for snack-making is making these frozen yogurt bites! They're kind of a fun and crafty project that you can get the kids to join in or make yourself over a meal-prepping afternoon of listening to your favorite podcast. 🙂

First, line a muffin pan with muffin liners, then set it aside for later.

Then, create the first layer by sprinkling granola into an even layer at the bottom of each cup. This layer doesn't need to be too thick-just enough for the yogurt to stand on later.

Here, we'll make the fruit-infused yogurt - grab your favorite vanilla yogurt and add in ½ cup of diced fruit.

Using a dough blender, mash the fruit into the yogurt. Mash and mix until you create a delicious fruit-filled yogurt with just the right amount of yummy fruit chunks throughout.

Next, spoon this fruit yogurt mixture over the granola mixture sitting in each cup.

Then, press a few small fruit pieces into the yogurt layer. If you'd like, sprinkle granola over the fruit.

Freeze until the frozen yogurt bites are firm. You can even eat them sooner if you like them soft!

Enjoy the best homemade yogurt bites by peeling off the muffin liners, allowing them to soften just a bit and taking a bite.

More Recipes

For homemade granola:

For breakfast:

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Crunchy, creamy, and packed full of fresh fruit, these frozen yogurt bites feature berry yogurt atop crunchy granola with fresh fruit!

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A yogurt parfait in a bite-size cup. Crunchy, creamy, sweet, and packed full of fruit, these frozen yogurt bites feature triple berry yogurt atop a layer of crunchy granola with fresh fruit!

The Absolute Easiest Frozen Yogurt Bites

Lately, I've been enjoying All the Yogurt Parfaits. They're so delicious, packed with protein, crunchy granola, and delightfully fresh fruit. But the only thing I wish they weren't missing? Convenience! So, I whipped up today's easy semi-homemade healthy snack: frozen yogurt bites!

Just 3 Ingredients

These healthy snacks are made with just 3 simple ingredients. After some fun in the kitchen making these yogurt bites, you'll have a freezer full of super easy to eat frozen yogurt bites that double as yogurt parfaits in portable cup. Let's make this!

Recipe Highlights

Here are some of the reasons why this is my favorite easy frozen yogurt bites recipe:

Simple to make. I consider this recipe delightfully semi-homemade. You don't have to make your own yogurt or granola, you can pick up your favorite store-bought kinds to speed up the process. If you'd like to make granola, I highly recommend making this gluten free granola.

Easy to customize

Convenient for meal prep. I love making these frozen yogurt bites in advance because they stay fresh for up to 2 months, like my frozen yogurt bars.

You get everything you need in a snack-in one bite. Protein-packed yogurt, nutrient-dense fruit, and filling granola in one treat? Yes, please!

What are Frozen Greek Yogurt Bites?

Frozen Greek Yogurt bites are portable snacks that are made with crunchy granola, fruit-infused Greek yogurt, and fresh fruit. They're amazing because you can make a huge batch in advance, then freeze to set them until you're ready to eat. These yogurt bites can stay in the freezer for up to 2 months, until you're ready to snack, making them the perfect make ahead snack.

How to Make Frozen Yogurt Bites

One of my favorite hands-on kitchen projects for snack-making is making these frozen yogurt bites! They're kind of a fun and crafty project that you can get the kids to join in or make yourself over a meal-prepping afternoon of listening to your favorite podcast. 🙂

First, line a muffin pan with muffin liners, then set it aside for later.

Then, create the first layer by sprinkling granola into an even layer at the bottom of each cup. This layer doesn't need to be too thick-just enough for the yogurt to stand on later.

Here, we'll make the fruit-infused yogurt - grab your favorite vanilla yogurt and add in ½ cup of diced fruit.

Using a dough blender, mash the fruit into the yogurt. Mash and mix until you create a delicious fruit-filled yogurt with just the right amount of yummy fruit chunks throughout.

Next, spoon this fruit yogurt mixture over the granola mixture sitting in each cup.

Then, press a few small fruit pieces into the yogurt layer. If you'd like, sprinkle granola over the fruit.

Freeze until the frozen yogurt bites are firm. You can even eat them sooner if you like them soft!

Enjoy the best homemade yogurt bites by peeling off the muffin liners, allowing them to soften just a bit and taking a bite.

More Recipes

For homemade granola:

For breakfast:

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Crunchy, creamy, and packed full of fresh fruit, these frozen yogurt bites feature berry yogurt atop crunchy granola with fresh fruit!

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Here’s my favorite base energy balls recipe + 10 different flavors of energy balls you can make with it! Includes peanut butter & almond joy!

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Easy banana ice cream - Recipes - Healthier Families

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See our easy, 1-ingredient recipe for delicious banana ice cream. Click for a step-by-step guide to making it.

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This simple chicken pitta makes a filling lunch or a quick and easy dinner when you want a tasty meal that takes less than 10 minutes to cook.

Each serving provides 854 kcal, 47g protein, 54g carbohydrates (of which 15g sugars), 49g fat (of which 6g saturates), 7g fibre and 1.3g salt.

Ingredients

For the piri-piri sauce

For the chicken pitta

Method

1. For the piri-piri sauce, mix the vinegar, oil, paprika, oregano, cayenne pepper and 1 teaspoon lemon juice in a small bowl and season with salt and pepper. Spoon 2 teaspoons of the sauce into a bowl and set aside.

2. Lay the chicken fillets in a shallow dish, pour over the rest of the marinade and turn the chicken a few times to thoroughly coat. Leave for 10 minutes or chill for a few hours.

3. Mix the lemon zest, a teaspoon lemon juice, garlic, yoghurt and mayonnaise together to create a creamy sauce. Place the onion in a sieve and rinse with boiling water - this stops it being too strong.

4. Heat a frying pan until really hot and add the chicken fillets, shaking off any excess marinade into the shallow dish. Fry, turning halfway, for about 5 minutes until browned and cooked through. Towards the end, carefully drizzle the marinade from the dish over the chicken, it will splutter and steam but it should keep the chicken moist.

5. Stuff the bread with lettuce, carrot, onion and plenty of garlic sauce. Shred or cut the chicken into strips, toss with the reserved marinade and stuff into the bread. Serve immediately.

Recipe Tips

This homemade piri-piri marinade is super simple, but you can replace it with a shop-bought piri-piri sauce if you prefer. Add any favourite salad items like avocado, sliced tomato, cucumber or shredded cabbage.

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This simple chicken pitta makes a filling lunch or a quick and easy dinner when you want a tasty meal that takes less than 10 minutes to cook. Each serving provides 854 kcal, 47g protein, 54g carbohydrates (of which 15g sugars), 49g fat (of which 6g saturates), 7g fibre and 1.3g salt.

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Try these crisp coated cauliflower florets with a creamy spicy bang bang sauce for a tasty starter, side dish or light meal.

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Anna Del Conte’s chicken parmigiana is the easy Italian-American chicken bake that’s perfect for midweek cooking.

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These coconut chicken goujons from Eat Well for Less are easy and affordable. It’s the perfect finger food for parties or even as an after-school snack.

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Donal's aubergine parmigiana is so easy to make and tastes wonderful. It's simpler than a lasagne and lighter, too. The tomato sauce can be doubled and frozen for another easy dinner.

Each serving provides 390 kcal, 20g protein, 14g carbohydrate (of which 13g sugars), 24g fat (of which 11g saturates), 6.5g fibre and 1.3g salt.

Ingredients

For the aubergine

For the tomato sauce

Method

1. Brush the aubergine slices with olive oil on both sides to coat. Heat a griddle pan and cook the aubergines for a couple of minutes on both sides until lightly browned. Set aside while you get on with the tomato sauce.

2. Heat a large frying pan. Fry the garlic and onion with a little oil until soft. Add the chopped tomatoes, oregano and wine. Simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the sauce thickens.

3. Preheat the oven to 220C/200C Fan/Gas 7.

4. In a medium-sized roasting tin, spread a little tomato sauce over the bottom of the tin. Add a layer of aubergine slices and spread another layer of tomato sauce on top.

5. Spread half the ricotta on the top and sprinkle with Parmesan, salt and pepper. Continue to repeat the layers until all the aubergine is used. Finish with a layer of mozzarella slices topped with a final sprinkle of Parmesan. Bake for 25 minutes.

6. Serve the parmigiana hot with a green salad alongside. This dish reheats well if you have any leftovers.

Recipe Tips

If cooking for vegetarians, just make sure the cheese is free from animal rennet.

You can freeze this dish for up to a month.

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Donal's aubergine parmigiana is so easy to make and tastes wonderful. It's simpler than a lasagne and lighter, too. The tomato sauce can be doubled and frozen for another easy dinner. Each serving provides 390 kcal, 20g protein, 14g carbohydrate (of which 13g sugars), 24g fat (of which 11g saturates), 6.5g fibre and 1.3g salt.

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Just 3 ingredients for the easiest blueberry smoothie recipe ever! Only a few minutes to prep for a healthy & refreshing smoothie.

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Mango Smoothie: just 3 ingredients for the easiest mango smoothie recipe! Refreshing, creamy and delicious—the best mango smoothie!

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Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie - 4 Ingredient

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This four ingredient Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie is creamy and delicious. 5 min recipe that’s easy to customize!

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Soda bread is a great recipe to try baking with kids and makes a change from cakes. This version gets a healthy boost from linseeds and yoghurt.

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This healthy banana muffin recipe makes eating cake for breakfast guilt-free! Ripe bananas add sweetness to muffins, so you don't have to use much sugar. Wholemeal flour give the muffins plenty of fibre, keeping you full for longer.

Equipment: You will need a six-hole muffin tin. Each muffin provides 206 kcal, 4.5g protein, 30g carbohydrate (of which 13g sugars), 7.5g fat (of which 0.8g saturates), 1g fibre and 0.4g salt.

Method

1. Preheat the oven to 200C/180C Fan/Gas 6. Line a six-hole muffin tin with muffin cases or grease it.

2. Mix together the flour, sugar and baking powder in a bowl. In a separate bowl, beat together the egg, yoghurt and oil. Make a well in the flour, pour in the liquid and mix well. Stir in the mashed bananas, taking care not over-mix.

3. Spoon the mixture into the prepared cases and bake for 20-30 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean. Transfer the muffins to a wire rack to cool.

Recipe Tips

These muffins freeze well, so make a batch and freeze for up to three months.

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This healthy banana muffin recipe makes eating cake for breakfast guilt-free! Ripe bananas add sweetness to muffins so you don't have to use much sugar.

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Flapjacks are perfect for taking to work, school or having a snack with a cuppa! You can use any of the dried fruit and nuts you like. This version is slightly lighter than normal, with a bit less butter and syrup, so it's great for families.

Method

1. Preheat the oven to 200C/180C Fan/Gas 6. Lightly oil a shallow 20cm/8in loose-based square cake tin and line the base and sides of the tin with baking parchment.

2. Melt the butter and syrup together in a large saucepan over a low heat, stirring regularly with a wooden spoon. Take off the heat and stir in the seeds, cranberries, raisins and apricots and oats. Stir in the egg.

3. Spoon into the prepared tin and press until well flattened. (It's important that the oats are pressed well, so that they stay firm enough to cut when baked. Use the back of a metal spoon to make sure they are fully compressed). Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until golden and lightly browned around the edges.

4. Mark the flapjack into 12 pieces without cutting all the way through, this will make it easier to cut the flapjack when it's cool. Leave until cold then cut the flapjack with a sharp knife.

5. Store in an airtight container, interleaved with baking parchment or foil for up to three days.

Recipe Tips

Use any dried fruit you like - replace the cranberries, raisins and dried apricots with 150g/5½oz of your favourites, chopped if in large pieces.

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Flapjacks are perfect for taking to work, school or having a snack with a cuppa! You can use any of the dried fruit and nuts you like. This version is slightly lighter than normal, with a bit less butter and syrup, so it's great for families. Preheat the oven to 200C/180C Fan/Gas 6.

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Easy as anything chewy egg-free cookies made with blended oats, chocolate, spices and banana. Go on, make them right now!

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Amaretti are small and perfectly formed. These are great with coffee or as an after dinner treat.

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This easy chicken wrap recipe was inspired by the TikTok sensation. Simply fill each quarter with a different filling and fold up for instant layers.

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Quick and cheap eggy bread is great for breakfast or an afternoon snack. Serve with your favourite sauce.

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A wrap is a great alternative to the standard packed lunch sandwich. These easy lunchbox roll-ups can be made the night before to beat the morning rush!

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Pizza needn’t be an unhealthy treat – this quick and easy recipe is loaded with a colourful array of vegetables.

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Whizz up a low fat breakfast smoothie in no time. Use banana with other soft fruit, plus honey for a little sweetness and oats for slow-release fuel

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Kick-start your day with this healthy fruit smoothie, made extra filling with ground almonds and calcium-packed dairy

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Don't need to use oat milk - use any of your choice! And don't worry if you don't have the suggested spices.

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Whizz up a quick and filling peanut butter smoothie, with rolled oats and banana. Brilliant for breakfast, you can freeze the banana for extra thickness

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Introduce exotic flavours to your kids with this subtly spiced, fragrant Thai chicken curry. Make it in 30 minutes and refrigerate leftovers for tomorrow’s lunch

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Quesadillas are perfect for quick meals and snacks. You can sandwich almost anything inside this pan-fried tortilla toastie, but we have great quesadilla recipes to inspire you. Go vegetarian for the easiest dinner ever, or branch out and try maxi-sized breakfast quesadillas, Tom Kerridge’s smoky chicken or Rick Stein’s unusual apple and gouda quesadillas.

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Quick and cheap eggy bread is great for breakfast or an afternoon snack. Serve with your favourite sauce.

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Breakfast Egg Muffins (Frittata Muffins) - Sally’s Baking

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Make a batch of these easy breakfast egg muffins in advance and enjoy a quick, healthy grab-and-go breakfast all week long!

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Breakfast Egg Muffins (Frittata Muffins) - Sally’s Baking

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Make a batch of these easy breakfast egg muffins in advance and enjoy a quick, healthy grab-and-go breakfast all week long!

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You could use honey or 1/2 mashed ripe banana instead of the maple syrup if you don't have any/ or leave it out completely

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Fluffy Protein Pancakes without Protein Powder

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Fluffy high protein pancakes without protein powder made with whole food ingredients like oats, Greek yogurt and milk.