Struggling with some last-minute dinner menu choices? Let Jamie Oliver provide you with some inspiration and ideas to create some ‘pukka tukka’ tonight.
Chicken chilindron
Tomatoes, capsic*ms and chorizo characterise this stew, which hails from Aragon in northeastern Spain. This is also a winner made with lamb.
Jamie Oliver's huevos rancheros with beans
"This huevos rancheros recipe is a take on the Mexican dish of eggs and spicy tomato sauce on tortillas. Capsicum gives sweetness, and the chorizo lends a lovely smoky flavour. It’s brilliant for a late brunch. I like to throw in some beans to make it super-hearty and add even more goodness. Try any kind – black, kidney, whatever you have in the pantry." – Jamie Oliver
Mushroom curry
With great texture and bags of flavour, this meat-free curry makes a superb, comforting autumn dish. Even meat eaters will love it.
Quick Asian fishcakes
Everybody loves a fishcake, and these ones are something else! This recipe is an extract from 5 Ingredients – Quick & Easy Food by Jamie Oliver (Penguin Random House).
Jamie Oliver's roast tikka chicken
Jamie brings a new spin on the classic roast chook.This recipe is an extract from 5 Ingredients – Quick & Easy Food by Jamie Oliver (Penguin Random House), in stores now.
Jamie Oliver's spaghetti with broad bean pesto
Broad beans are a rich source of protein and folic acid. This is a simple recipe you can whip up for a midweek meal. The pesto is also great as a dip served with crudites, according to Jamie.
Easy rustic gnocchi
Making your own gnocchi from scratch has never been so easy.This recipe is an extract from 5 Ingredients – Quick & Easy Food by Jamie Oliver (Penguin Random House), in stores now.
Jamie Oliver's fish pie recipe: the crazy, simple dinner idea
A Fish pie recipe in under 30 minutes? You bet! This recipe is an extract from 5 Ingredients – Quick & Easy Food by Jamie Oliver (Penguin Random House), in stores now.
Pumpkin stroganoff rice
This is one of Jools’ favourites, and is perfect for when the evenings start to get colder. It’s simple, but seriously comforting, says Jamie.
Jamie Oliver's fragrant chicken and butter bean curry
This low-fat curry is baked in the oven and, while it’s quick to make and only uses a few ingredients, it’s really big on flavour, says Jamie.
Mushroom carpaccio
"Raw mushrooms are tender with a lovely, delicate flavour – we really don’t eat them like this enough!" says Jamie.
Jamie Oliver's carrot and grain salad
Fresh, simple and utterly delicious.This recipe is an extract from 5 Ingredients – Quick & Easy Food by Jamie Oliver (Penguin Random House), in stores now.
Chicken hot and sour soup with pumpkin
It’s worth sourcing fresh lime leaves for this fragrant soup – the flavour and perfume is incredible. If you’re feeling under the weather, a bowl of this is sure to revive you, but it’s equally wonderful any night of the week, says Jamie.
Jamie Oliver's super easy garlic and chilli baked beans
You can’t beat homemade baked beans! This version is nutty and earthy, plus the cannellini beans make for a lovely creamy texture, says Jamie.
Jamie Oliver's fast crab linguine
"Zucchini goes wonderfully with crab meat, which cooks in the residual heat of the linguine. Serve with parsley and some chilli to give it a little kick." – Jamie Oliver
Jamie Oliver's pumpkin mac 'n' cheese
This really is an indulgence, but it’s ideal for when you need a bit of comfort – and the pumpkin and chestnut topping takes it to another level. The beauty of this dish is that you can use whatever cheese you like; instead of fontina, you could either double up on the Cheddar or swap in Gruyère, smoked cheese, or even Stilton. Serve with a fresh, leafy autumnal salad to balance things out, says Jamie.
Zucchini, asparagus and mint soup
Packed with vegetables, this soup is good for both your health and your tastebuds.
Nduja, tomato and basil penne
A praiseworthy pasta recipes by Jamie Oliver that even your Italian nonna would be proud of.
Jamie Oliver's epic bean burger
This is a very good vegie burger. Some beans are whizzed together and some left whole, so you get a lovely texture. For a vegan option, just leave out the feta and yoghurt, says Jamie.
Mushroom-stuffed roast chicken
Jamie Oliver turns the humble roast chook into something extra special with this tasty mushroom stuffing.
Vietnamese bun cha with lemongrass beef
This wok-fried beef salad works best with vermicelli noodles, which easily soaks up the spicy-sour dressing, says Jamie.
Jamie Oliver's hearty minestrone soup
"There is no set recipe for this thick Italian soup – it’s usually made out of whatever vegetables are in season. I use a mix of greens, but you could just use savoy cabbage. I love borlotti beans in this recipe, as they add a slightly sweet taste and creamy texture to this easy minestrone recipe." – Jamie Oliver
Chicken, ham and leek pie
There's nothing like an old-fashioned chicken pie to warm your up on a winter's night. This gluten-free version with savoury ham and leek will not disappoint.
Beetroot nicoise salad
Jamie Oliver adds a healthy twist to the traditional nicoise salad.
Proper pot noodle
Great as a work lunch or an easy go-to dinner option at home, these pot noodles are sure to please.
All day pan-cooked breakfast
This quick, easy dish is immensely satisfying at any time of day.
Jamie Oliver's roasted brassica salad with lentils and haloumi
Jamie Oliver's hearty salad is the perfect combination of warm, roasted veg with haloumi and lentils – the crowning side to any family feast, or a meal on its own.
Jamie Oliver's Gorgonzola, mushroom and leek crespelle bake
Add to your meat-free Monday repertoire with Jamie Oliver's vegetarian crespelle bake.
Sunday night chilli con carne
"A good slow-cooked beef and bean chilli always goes down a storm in my house. Make a big batch of this on Sunday, then freeze any leftovers for another night. It’s brilliant spooned over a baked sweet potato." – Jamie Oliver
Jamie Oliver's Melanzane lasagne
Topped with oozy mozzarella cheese, this meat-free eggplant lasagne is a decadent treat.
