This dinner line-up got me through a week where time was tight, patience was low, and the fridge looked like it had already given up. There’s a mix of quick wins (hello, One-Pan Beef Ramen Noodles), nostalgic comfort (Beef and Potato Pie), and big-flavour fakeaways like Sweet and Sour Pork that make weeknights feel a little less repetitive.
Cheeseburger Pasta is a hit with the kids every time, Creamy Garlic Chicken feels fancier than it is, and the whole lot is made with real supermarket ingredients. No overcomplicated steps. No specialty sauces you’ll use once. Just practical dinners that help you get through the week.
You’ll find all five recipes in my new cookbook Simple Dinners Every Day – along with 100+ more recipes made for every day of the week, picky eaters, and the nights when you’re too tired to cook but still need something on the table.
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Quick and easy Cheeseburger Pasta is the ultimate stress-free, comforting weeknight dinner! All made in one pan with minimal prep, you’ll have a delicious dinner on the table within 30 minutes that everyone in your family will love!
This Easy Sweet and Sour Pork recipe is the perfect homemade version of your favourite takeout! Tender pork pieces are fried to golden perfection, then tossed in a tangy, sweet and slightly sour sauce along with capsicum (bell pepper) and juicy pineapple. Serve it over jasmine rice for a quick, easy, and budget-friendly meal that your family will love.
This Crispy Potato Topped Beef “Pie” is a quick, comforting alternative to a traditional cottage pie, made with finely sliced potatoes as the topping instead of mash. It’s loaded with vegetables, cooked in one pan, and finished with a buttery, golden potato layer. A family favourite, it’s perfect for busy weeknights and makes great leftovers.
One-pan Beef Ramen Noodles is an easy, flavoursome stir-fry featuring juicy beef, ramen noodles and fresh veggies in a hoisin-based sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights!
Perfectly cooked chicken in an easy, creamy garlic sauce. All on the table in less than 20 minutes!
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