Budget Sunday lunch recipes

Feed a crowd on a budget with brisket, a cheap cut of beef that takes on flavours well, here with Christmassy cinnamon, sweet orange and cranberries

Make a veggie showstopper in this homity pie – a creamy potato, onion and cheese pie, with the addition of leeks. Make it your own with more veg, if you like

Make a batch of our aubergine and pepper tagine at the start of the week for a couple of lunches, and then put extra portions in the freezer for a rainy day

Thought pigs-in-blankets couldn’t get any better? Think again. We've turned everyone’s favourite Christmas trimming into a glorious toad-in-the-hole

Make this hearty veg-packed hotpot for a vibrant centrepiece, or serve it as a side dish with sausages or pork chops, adding a good dollop of mustard on the side

Try our spicy chicken and chickpea curry for a dish that packs in punchy flavour but doesn't require lots of effort. It's great to freeze for busy days

Combine apples, mixed leaves and feta to make this versatile salad with lemon, olive oil and honey dressing – you could also sprinkle over some pul biber, if you like

Rustle up some homemade flatbreads to enjoy with your favourite recipes. They're the ideal partner for koftas, grilled meats and salads

Enjoy our mustard and parmesan-crumbed chicken for an easy midweek meal. With its crunchy, cheesy coating, it's sure to become a new favourite

Warm up on chilly days with this vegetarian slow-cooker stew. It's great for freezing and reheating for midweek meals

Cook the British classic, cauliflower cheese, easily by making it in the microwave. It can work as a main or side dish for a Sunday roast

Make up a batch of this slow-cooked ratatouille and freeze for easy midweek meals when you’re busy. Packed with nutrients, it also delivers four of your 5-a-day

Serve up a comforting menu of tomato orzo with koftas, yogurt and pul biber butter. Ideal for a family gathering, enjoy with flatbreads and a salad

Buy a larger chicken than usual and make extra meals from the leftovers. The bones contain lots of flavour, which take this comforting stew to the next level

An Italian twist on an English classic, with sundried tomato, spinach and aubergine, this veggie pie makes a super budget supper

A healthy, hearty Spanish chicken stew to feed the family, that you can prepare in just 10 minutes. This rustic meal is best served with crusty bread or rice

Combine cauliflower cheese with a traditional Welsh rarebit for the perfect pub lunch. Serve with chutney, watercress salad and a pint of beer

Cauliflower is having a renaissance and we couldn't be happier. Roasting creates an incredible nutty flavour that works beautifully with the spices and herbs.

Homemade pub grub always tastes so much better! Salty gammon is perfectly complemented by sweet apple and punchy celeriac mash - 3 of your 5-a-day!

Treat dinner guests to an indulgent chocolate and orange rice pudding for dessert. Warming and comforting, it's a perfect pudding on cold winter days

John Torode nostalgically shares his nana's recipe for a Sunday lunch with a money-saving twist

Cheesy mashed potato and plump bangers are both family favourites - serve in individual pies to save fighting over portions

This is a gorgeous oniony tart made like a pizza – it makes a great starter or lunch, hot or cold.