Heading into winter, we’re looking for warm and comforting recipes that don’t require hours of preparation or an entire day stewing in the slow cooker. With these quick and easy recipes, you can have a hot dinner on the table in under 15 minutes. We’ve found everything from hearty soups to stir fries, pared-back spaghetti, and even a couple of speedy desserts to end on a sweet note.
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Chicken and bean tortilla soup
Chicken and bean tortilla soup
Without a doubt, soup is one of the best soul foods on a chilly evening. This Mexican-style recipe combines tender chicken with healthy black beans and corn kernels. With a few supermarket shortcuts, you can whip it up within minutes — just top with avocado and tortilla strips.
02
Teriyaki chicken noodle bowl
Perfect for a midweek pick-up, this stir fry is a flavour sensation with a variety of Asian sauces. The recipe combines Chang’s Japanese teriyaki sauce, soy sauce and sesame oil to bring umami seasoning to nourishing chicken and noodles.
03
Vegetarian bean nachos
If you’re looking for a quick fix that caters to kids and adults alike, turn to this vegetarian nachos recipe. Fun and filling, heap your plate with a layer of corn chips followed by chopped avocado, tomato and shredded iceberg lettuce. For a plant-based protein hit, don’t forget the kidney beans.
04
Thai fried rice
There’s an abundance of fried rice formulas around the world, from nasi goreng (Indonesian fried rice) to Indian biryani. This Thai-inspired recipe throws together jasmine rice with soy sauce and fish sauce to create the ultimate comfort meal. While it includes tofu and egg as excellent sources of protein, you can also add chicken or prawns.
05
Steak sandwiches
Who knew such iconic pub fare could be ready in under 15 minutes? The trick is to toast thick slices of sourdough bread and keep the filling to a minimum, with rocket leaves, onion, and baby gherkins. Cook the beef minute steaks until done to your liking, and you’ve got a sandwich to rival the local pub.
06
Two-minute noodles
Classic two-minute noodles arouse warm feelings of nostalgia, and this homemade variety is no different (but a whole lot healthier). Created with Chang’s traditional super lo-cal noodles — which are 100% fat-free — this recipe mixes garlic, ginger, and delicious Asian sauces into one nourishing bowl. Top with chilli flakes for extra heat.
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Rocket, chilli and lemon spaghetti
Rocket, chilli and lemon spaghetti
Fresh, peppery, and full of flavour! When cooking dinner on a cold winter night, a big bowl of pasta is always a good idea. Strip everything back to basics with this simple spaghetti — where lemon-infused oil adds unexpected zest.
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Chicken noodle soup
This crowd-pleasing dish combines the two best comfort foods: noodles and soup. Boasting Chinese cabbage and soy sauce among other wholesome ingredients, this Asian-inspired bowl is the perfect panacea to a long day.
09
Apple pie doughnuts
This five-ingredient dessert is easy and versatile. You can alternate between pear, figs, pineapple rings or stone fruit instead of the apple. The trick is to buy ready-made cinnamon doughnuts from your local bakery — the rest is pure topping.
10
Salted bliss balls
You’d never know that these delicious bliss balls have a secret ingredient: fried noodles. Besides that, they’re made with medjool dates for a hint of caramel and rolled in crisp desiccated coconut. The balls don’t need any chilling time to set, making them a fast treat for when you feel like something sweet.
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