Mary Cadogan's homemade chicken noodle soup recipe will warm you up on a winter's evening. The broth contains ginger, which is particularly good for colds.

A healthy Cajun-inspired rice pot recipe that's bursting with spicy Spanish sausage, sweet peppers and tomatoes

A delicious, spicy blend packed full of iron and low in fat to boot. It's ready in under half an hour, or can be made in a slow cooker

Make a stock from roast dinner leftovers to create this chicken and sweetcorn soup. The bone broth adds important minerals and it's low in fat and calories

Win someone over with this creamy chicken casserole. It's a great family meal served with mash, or new potatoes, and green beans

Make the most of mushrooms with this comforting mushroom soup recipe made with cream, onions and garlic. Serve for lunch or as a starter with crusty bread

Enjoy this gooey cheese and chicken pasta bake for the ultimate weekday family dinner. Serve straight from the dish with a dressed green salad

Want a curry without too many calories? Use fat-free Greek yogurt instead of cream for a healthy chicken korma that will give your local takeaway a run for its money

Use chicken, ramen noodles, spinach, sweetcorn and eggs to make this warming soup, ideal for when you crave something comforting yet light and wholesome.

Enjoy this satisfying lentil soup recipe, made with red lentils, carrots and leeks. It's low in calories and fat, and delivers three of your five-a-day

This takeaway favourite is freezer-friendly and quick to reheat, giving you the chance to get ahead and save money.

Don't call the local takeaway – impress friends and family by cooking this fragrant and creamy Thai green chicken curry. It's easy and quick to make

Make the chicken base for this recipe and freeze it so that you can cook this creamy chicken and sweetcorn soup in just 20 minutes during a busy week

Make this comforting cauliflower soup recipe for lunch or a light supper. It's perfect topped with parsley and served with crusty bread

Try this no-fuss, midweek meal that's high in protein and big on flavour. Marinate chicken breasts, then drizzle with a punchy peanut satay sauce

Cook up a batch of fresh, low-calorie celery soup for a healthy and filling veggie lunch or supper. Serve with chunks of crusty bread

Make our minestrone soup recipe for a satisfying yet low calorie meal. This classic Italian vegetable soup is made with a rich tomato base and pasta pieces.

Cook our easy, healthy chicken curry in under an hour. Serve this replica of your favourite takeaway dish with fluffy rice for a wholesome family meal

Use up leftover chicken in this rustic soup with garlic yogurt. Best served with cheese scones

This rich tomato and basil soup recipe combines fruity sundried tomatoes with tinned tomatoes, finished with a swirl of homemade basil pesto.

Try a modern take on stew and dumplings with Italian classic tomato alla arrabbiata and parmesan dumplings. Simple and oh so comforting, it's perfect for cold weather cooking

Use up leftover roast or ready-cooked chicken in this healthy and warming soup, spiced with cumin and chilli

Try a basic vegetable soup recipe that can be adapted for whatever veg you've got in the fridge. Serve with creme fraiche and fresh herbs

Instead of calling the Indian takeaway, make your own easy chicken jalfrezi. Our healthy curry recipe also has two of your 5-a-day and a good dose of vitamin C

This flavoursome, low-fat chicken casserole is easy to make and freezes really well, so why not make double and freeze for speedy midweek meals?

Rustle up this family-friendly honey chicken, flavoured with garlic, soy sauce, lemon and ginger, in 30 minutes. Serve with rice and broccoli for a filling meal

A smooth, blended vegetable soup with blue cheese that's as good for a comforting meal as it is for a dinner party starter

Everyone loves this super healthy soup, perfect for an easy supper

Come in from the cold to a comforting bowl of autumnal squash soup. Adding a hint of chilli gives it a warming kick whilst crème fraîche makes it creamier

Make this crowd-pleasing cajun chicken pasta recipe for dinner. We’ve taken inspiration from creamy alfredo sauce with Cajun-style seasoning to add a bit of punch.