Bean and Bacon Soup
A thick, smoky soup with cannellini beans and crispy bacon. Proper winter fuel for under £1 a bowl.
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Slow Cooker Mulligatawny Soup
An Anglo-Indian classic — a spiced, creamy lentil soup with a hint of apple. A real hidden gem.
Spiced Parsnip Soup
Sweet, earthy parsnips with warming spices. A quintessentially British soup that's perfect from November to March.
Thai Pumpkin Soup
Creamy, spiced, and vibrant. Pumpkin or butternut squash with Thai flavours — a gorgeous autumn warmer.
Slow Cooker Chana Masala
A vibrant, tangy chickpea curry. One of the best vegan curries you'll ever make — and it costs next to nothing.
Mexican Bean Soup
A thick, smoky, warming soup packed with beans, sweetcorn, and spice. Cheap as chips and vegan too.
Veggie Sausage Casserole
A vegetarian version of the classic sausage casserole. Just as warming and flavourful.
Loaded Jacket Potato Soup
All the flavours of a loaded jacket potato — cheese, bacon, sour cream — in soup form.
Slow Cooker Shepherd's Pie Filling
Rich lamb mince filling with vegetables — just add mash on top and grill for a classic shepherd's pie.
Sweetcorn Chowder
A thick, creamy American-style chowder loaded with corn. Comforting and quick to prep.
Slow Cooker Pulled BBQ Chicken
Shredded BBQ chicken that's perfect for rolls, wraps, nachos, or salads. Incredibly versatile.
Broccoli and Stilton Soup
Rich, cheesy, and deeply comforting. A British classic that's perfect for chilly days.
Turkey Chilli Con Carne
A lighter twist on the classic using turkey mince. All the flavour, less of the fat.
Chinese-Style Chicken
Sweet, savoury, and lightly sticky. A fakeaway favourite that beats the delivery.
Black Bean Soup
Thick, smoky, and packed with protein. A Cuban-inspired soup that's surprisingly hearty.
Sausage and Mash Casserole
All the flavours of sausage and mash, but made in one pot. Rich onion gravy with herby sausages.
Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore
Italian hunter-style chicken in a rich tomato sauce with peppers, olives, and herbs.
Chicken and Dumpling Stew
Tender chicken stew topped with fluffy herb dumplings. The ultimate British comfort food on a cold evening.
Sweet Potato and Coconut Curry
A gorgeous golden vegan curry. Sweet potato, coconut, and warming spices — pure comfort.
Chicken Adobo
A Filipino classic — chicken braised in soy sauce and vinegar. Savoury, tangy, and utterly addictive.
Slow Cooker Vegetable Ragù
A rich vegetable sauce perfect for lasagne, pasta, or mopping up with bread.
Slow Cooker Minestrone
A chunky, hearty Italian vegetable soup loaded with beans and pasta. Filling enough for a proper dinner.
Chicken and Bacon Casserole
Smoky bacon and tender chicken in a creamy sauce. A proper family warmer.
Leek and Potato Soup
A classic British soup — silky, warming, and impossibly simple. Perfect with a chunk of bread.
Slow Cooker Ratatouille
A classic French vegetable stew. Gorgeous colours, gorgeous flavour, and almost no effort.
Slow Cooker Tomato Soup
Rich, velvety tomato soup from scratch. So much better than tinned and incredibly easy.
Vegetable and Chickpea Curry
A warming, hearty veggie curry loaded with chickpeas and seasonal vegetables in a rich tomato-coconut sauce.
Butternut Squash Soup
Silky smooth, naturally sweet, and beautifully golden. The ultimate autumn soup.
Slow Cooker Red Lentil Dhal
A warming, gently spiced Indian lentil dish. Creamy, comforting, and incredibly cheap to make.
Spaghetti and Meatballs
Everyone's favourite Italian comfort dinner, made effortless in the slow cooker.
Vegetarian Three-Bean Chilli
A hearty, protein-packed veggie chilli that even meat-eaters will love. Smoky, spiced, and full of flavour.
Moroccan Lamb with Apricots
A fragrant, slightly sweet North African tagine-style stew. Aromatic spices, dried apricots, and tender lamb.
Spiced Pumpkin Soup
Warm autumn spices meet sweet roasted pumpkin in a velvety smooth soup.
Chicken Enchilada Filling
Spicy, saucy shredded chicken that's perfect for enchiladas, burritos, or tacos.
Slow Cooker BBQ Pork Ribs
Fall-off-the-bone tender ribs with a sticky BBQ glaze. These taste like they've been smoked for hours.
Pork Chops with Apples and Onion Gravy
Simple pork chops in a sweet onion and apple gravy. A midweek dinner that punches well above its weight.
Sausage and Lentil Soup
A thick, hearty soup that's practically a meal in itself. Cheap, filling, and properly warming.
Sticky Chinese-Style Pork
Sweet, savoury, and sticky — Chinese-inspired pork belly strips that are dangerously moreish.
Slow Cooker Gammon in Cola
The classic gammon joint cooked in cola for a sweet, sticky finish. A Christmas favourite that works all year round.
Pork and Apple Casserole
A classic British pairing. Sweet apple and savoury pork in a cider sauce — perfect for autumn.
Sausage and Bean Casserole
A proper British classic — chunky sausages in a rich, tomatoey bean sauce. Dead easy and kids love it.
Chicken Madras
Hot, punchy, and not for the faint-hearted. A proper fiery curry that builds heat beautifully.
Lemon and Herb Whole Chicken
Bright, zesty, and aromatic. This lemon and herb chicken fills the house with an incredible smell.
Bangers in Onion Gravy
Sausages swimming in a rich, sweet onion gravy. Serve over a mountain of mash for the ultimate comfort meal.
Creamy Chicken and Mushroom Casserole
A proper comfort-food casserole with tender chicken in a creamy mushroom sauce. Pure comfort in a bowl.
Chicken and Vegetable Soup
A warming, nourishing soup packed with chicken and seasonal veg. Perfect for using up leftovers.
Caribbean Chicken Curry
Sweet, spicy, and full of island vibes. Chicken simmered with coconut milk, allspice, and Scotch bonnet.
Slow Cooker Cottage Pie Filling
Rich, savoury mince filling cooked in the slow cooker. Just add mash on top and grill for a perfect cottage pie.
Slow Cooker Beef Stroganoff
Creamy, comforting stroganoff with tender strips of beef and mushrooms. A midweek treat that feels fancy.
Red Lentil and Carrot Soup
Thick, warming, and incredibly cheap to make. A lunchtime staple in our house.
Beef Chilli Con Carne
A properly spiced slow cooker chilli with tender mince, kidney beans, and smoky flavours. Serve with rice or in wraps.
Mixed Vegetable Curry
A rainbow of vegetables in a creamy coconut curry sauce. Healthy, filling, and bursting with flavour.
Turkey Mince Chilli
A lighter chilli using turkey mince instead of beef. Just as tasty, a bit less rich.
Chicken Saag
Tender chicken in a vibrant spinach sauce with warming spices. A curry house favourite.
Sausage and Bean Stew
A one-pot wonder with sausages, mixed beans, and a smoky tomato sauce. Cheap, cheerful, and totally delicious.
Chicken and Mushroom Pie Filling
Rich, creamy filling ready to top with puff pastry and bake. The slow cooker does all the hard work.
Keema Curry
A quick-prep mince curry that's full of spice and flavour. Budget-friendly and endlessly versatile.
Three Bean Chilli
Triple the beans, triple the protein. A filling, budget-friendly chilli that's completely plant-based.
Sweet Potato and Coconut Soup
Creamy, subtly spiced, and naturally sweet. A gorgeous soup that happens to be vegan.
Chickpea and Spinach Curry
A simple, healthy, and flavourful vegan curry. Chickpeas hold up beautifully to long slow cooking.
Chunky Vegetable Soup
A big pot of goodness using whatever veg you have. The slow cooker brings out all the sweetness.
Red Lentil Dhal
Creamy, spiced, and ridiculously cheap to make. A vegan staple that's endlessly satisfying.
Vegetable Chilli
Hearty, spicy, and packed with beans and veg. You won't miss the meat, we promise.
Lemon and Garlic Chicken
Bright, zesty, and incredibly tender. A lighter slow cooker dish that works year-round.
Coq au Vin
A French classic made easy. Chicken braised in red wine with mushrooms, bacon, and herbs.
Chicken and Vegetable Casserole
A wholesome chicken casserole packed with veg. The kind of meal that makes the whole house smell amazing.
Beef and Mushroom Stroganoff
Tender strips of beef in a creamy mushroom sauce. A midweek treat that feels much fancier than it is.
Meatballs in Tomato Sauce
Juicy beef meatballs in a rich herby tomato sauce. Serve with pasta or crusty bread for dunking.