Recipes and meal ideas

Recipes and meal ideas

Browse meal ideas and our easy and affordable recipes to suit your taste and grocery budget. Choose from our top picks for family classics and seasonal favourites. 

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Leftovers recipes

Whether you've got leftover meat, veges or carbs like rice or pasta, we've put together our fave recipes that can help you use up your leftovers.

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Quick and easy recipes

When you don't want to spend time cooking, here's some easy under-30 minute recipes.

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Mince recipes

Affordable, delicious recipes the whole whānau will love.

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Chicken recipes

An economical and versatile meat, chicken is super easy to cook with. From soups to pies - you'll find something you'll love.

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Slow cooker recipes

Take some stress out of your weeknights with a little help from your slow cooker. 

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Kids Lunchbox ideas

No more soggy sandwiches! Keep the kids happy with our tasty and nutritious ideas for school lunches.

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Leftover chicken recipes

A popular and versatile meat, we show you some easy recipes to use up any leftover chicken.

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Seasonal recipes

Autumn is here, so it's time to say hello to more delicious seasonal produce and affordable, easy recipes.

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Easy Feijoa Cake with Cream Cheese Icing

Here’s a super simple, no-fuss feijoa cake with a tangy cream cheese icing, perfect for using up all the autumn feijoas!

  • Serves 10

  • 1 hr

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Slow cooked pulled pork

One of the best things you can do with pork in a slow cooker is making a big batch of pulled pork from a whole shoulder or leg roast. Slow cooked with tomatoes, chillies and spices, pulled pork can be used for a range of lunches throughout the week such as tacos, nachos, sandwiches, pizzas, salads or loaded fries!

  • Serves 6

  • 8 hrs

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Pear and Vanilla Crumble Muffins

Scrumptious muffins - ideal for a snack, breakfast on the go, and for kids' lunches!

  • Serves 12

  • 25 mins

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Desserts and sweet treats

Tips and how-tos

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How to cook the perfect chicken

Find out how to buy, store, prepare and cook a huge range of chicken cuts to impress at any meal.

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How to use an air fryer

An air fryer is like your kitchen’s magic wand! Find out our top things to make with your air fryer.

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How to cook pasta perfectly

Our guide to choosing the right pasta plus cooking tips and recipes.

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How to make a chicken pie

A quick run-down of everything you need to make a delicious chicken pie with a golden crust and yummy filling. A simple and affordable family favourite.

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How to meal prep

Meal prepping is a great way to save money and time, and eat healthier. Here's everything you need to know to get started with preparing meals for the whole week.

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12 easy ways to save on meat

Top tips for spending less on meat and sticking to your grocery budget.

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