Easy Cook

Easy Cook is a practical, down to earth and straight-talking food magazine. It aims to help busy people feed their families with a minimum of fuss and effort during the week, with more adventurous ideas for when there's a little more time at the weekend. The easy, speedy and healthy recipes are ideal whether you're an experienced cook or you're less confident in the kitchen, and they're all thoroughly tested so they will always work first time. In every issue; over 100 speedy, easy to follow recipes, family recipes for every day of the week, food kids love, store cupboard ideas, easy entertaining and easy baking.

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The slice is right • Get this Greek-inspired spinach pie centrepiece on the table for your next gathering

Super savers • Money-saving recipes for you to eat well on weeknights and make the most of your ingredients

LESS WASTE MORE TASTE • Tips and advice to save time and money, use up your leftovers and protect the planet

THE COST OF COOKING

Gadget genius • Your air fryer isn’t just for quick meals, you can bake in it, too

Fantastic fakeaways • Homemade versions of takeaway favourites that are lighter, healthier, but taste just as good

A week of healthy meals • 5 Simple, stress-free mains to enjoy midweek that are full of nourishment

Just for one • Eating for one made easy with dinners ready in 30 minutes or less

Single portion ideas

Mug cakes • Baking doesn’t need to be messy and complicated with these single-serve, microwavable treats

Meat-free made easy • Make back-to-school dinners a breeze with Richard Makin’s speedy recipes

IT’S BETTER WITH FETA • We love this tangy salty cheese in salads, but did you know it’s also great in dips, soups, omelettes and more?

Top of the class • Start the new school term in style by filling the kids’ lunchboxes with vibrant, healthy options worthy of a gold star

James Martin’s dinner at dusk • Capture the last of summer’s al fresco eating with this barbecue feast

Cosy not costly • Treat guests to a warm, inviting menu made with inexpensive staples and handy shop-bought ingredients

Plum’s the word • Twist your favourite bakes and puddings to make the most of this jammy seasonal fruit

In pasta we trust • Imogen Royall, co-founder of Northern Pasta Co., and friends reimagine this trusty staple using bold new flavours

A taste of ITALY • From fish couscous in Sicily to Tuscan rosemary roast lamb, Italian cuisine is incredibly varied. Take a trip across the country and discover these delightful regional dishes

LEARN TO MAKE… Ginnamon buns • The ultimate treat when served warm from the oven, these are bakery favourites for a reason

Biscuit tin beauties • Who can resist a homemade cookie?