Learn how to make croutons at home with our simple recipe, method and top tips. These will make crunchy toppings for soups, salads and warming pasta bakes

Warm up on colder evenings with this vibrant soup, spiked with fiery chilli powder and harissa. The crispy croutons are optional but add a satisfying crunch

Combine chicken, tomatoes, mozzarella and homemade garlic croutons to make this quick and easy one-pot. It's ideal for busy days when you're short on time

Cook up this quick cauliflower soup for a light and tasty meal when you're short of time. Top with crispy chorizo, parsley and croutons

Kids will love this green vegetable blend with chunks of breaded fish fingers

The secret to getting gloriously puffed-up Yorkshire puddings is to have the fat sizzling hot and don't open the oven door!

Rustle up this punchy dish that offers a little ‘hair of the dog’. The croutons soak up some of the spicy sauce while giving a welcome crunch to the dish

Make this vibrant green soup with any leafy greens or herbs you spot discounted at the supermarket for a budget-friendly and nutritious lunch

Use up leftover sandwich fillings to customise an omelette. Kids will love it, along with the crunch of croutons to make a more exciting supper

A super easy brownie recipe for a squidgy chocolate bake. Watch our foolproof recipe video to help you get a perfect traybake every time.

Rustle up this vegetable soup using mainly storecupboard ingredients. Simple and quick to throw together, it's also keto-friendly, with halloumi 'croutons'

Add beans and lentils to this stew for texture and to stretch the meat further. They’re also a good source of protein and vitamins, and cost-efficient too

Whip up this easy pumpkin soup recipe as a starter for a dinner party or a light supper when you need a bit of comfort – it has a lovely silky texture

A creamy vegetable blend works perfectly with crispy toast dipping soldiers and salty bacon

You can have a batch of scones on the table in 20 minutes with Jane Hornby's storecupboard recipe, perfect for unexpected guests

The apple and sage contrast beautifully with naturally sweet butternut squash in this low-fat, gluten-free festive dinner party starter

Slice up flatbread and sprinkle with spice mix to make crunchy bites to serve with dip - perfect to share with drinks or as part of a meze spread

Go beyond your average blend with this luxurious creamy shellfish soup, flavoured with saffron, brandy and fennel

Feed your friends this simple freeze-ahead starter, topped with goat's cheese croutons for added crunch

Make our classic meat and potato pie for a comforting dinner. This great-value family favourite freezes beautifully and is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser

Layer the ingredients in this salad in a large container, with the more tender leaves on top away from the dressing on the bottom, then shake it at lunchtime to perfectly distribute the dressing

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

It's difficult not to demolish this classic lemon drizzle in just one sitting, so why not make two at once?

This bistro-style salad would traditionally feature bacon, so using smoked haddock lends it a touch of unpredictability

Keep warm with our hearty cauliflower soup that can be decanted into a flask for a car or train journey. Top with the croutons before serving

For an ideal lunch or starter, try this warming broccoli soup

This great chilli recipe has to be one of the best dishes to serve to friends for a casual get-together. An easy sharing favourite that uses up storecupboard ingredients.