Throw these ingredients together in the morning and a warming delicious stew will be waiting for you when you get home.

It's sweet and spicy, this pumpkin soup is an autumn favourite and perfect if you're making soup for the first time

This simple recipe creates the perfect addition for the frontline of your fridge and can add a kick to a range of different dishes. Experiment with what vegetables you add over and above the chilli and garlic and see what flavours work for you - or what needs saving! The length of time needed for the ferment can be longer if the room temperature is colder.

Here's a new take on a classic hummus, using beetroot to give freshness, lightness and vibrancy.

This vegan-friendly gnocchi is very simple to make – and easy on the pocket too. Use baked potatoes or leftover mash which is a bit dried up.

We caught up with Ruth from The Edinburgh Fermentarium to get her top tips on fermenting this classic cabbage concoction – sauerkraut.

Pretty much any leftover veggies can be added to this curry, and it's also great for reheating for lunch the next day.

In a hurry? You don’t need to make the curry paste from scratch - you can use a ready made green or red Thai curry paste.

This classic lentil soup is a treat for vegetarians as well as meat eaters, and can be further enhanced with lots of different vegetables.