Eat well for less

Eating well doesn’t have to cost a lot. Our Cooking on a Budget guide shares low-cost recipes and money-saving tips, and our recipe search helps you find simple, affordable dishes made with everyday ingredients.

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Cooking on a Budget

Simple, nutritious recipes and practical tips to help you make the most of your food budget.

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44 recipes found

Jackfruit Chilli Wraps

Serves: 3
Dairy-freeEgg-freeVegan

Jackfruit is a good vegan meat replacement for texture and with the flavours used in this dish you have a tasty vegan…

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Leek and Potato Soup

Serves: 4
HalalKosherVegan (with substitutions)

*For vegans use dairy-free soft ‘cheese’ such as Swedish Soft or Tofutti.For V for Life’s position statement on vegetarianism and veganism, please click…

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Onion Soup

Egg-freeHalalKosherVegan (with substitutions)

For V for Life’s position statement on vegetarianism and veganism, please click here.

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Orzo and Bean Soup/Stew

Serves: 4
Dairy-freeEgg-freeVegan

More than just a soup, this is a meal in a bowl – packed with vegetables and pasta. Colourful, filling, nutritious, tasty…

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