Tuna melt

This classic tuna melt can be made in a frying pan! If you like a little more texture to your toastie, it also works well with a tablespoon of finely diced celery folded through the filling.

Cheesesteak sandwich with grilled onions

You won’t be tempted by a kebab once you’ve tried this perfect post-pub cheesesteak sandwich. Add mustard or chilli sauce if you need to clear your head.

Reuben sandwich

This Reuben sandwich recipe makes enough for one sandwich, including the Russian dressing. Just scale it up to make more sandwiches, and any extra dressing will keep in the fridge. If your meat is at room temperature, not straight from the fridge, it will help the other ingredients warm through and melt the cheese.

Falafel

You can make these easy falafels in minutes for a delicious quick dinner. Top with chilli sauce, yoghurt, pickles or hummus to customise. It’s a simplified falafel recipe for those on a budget with limited kit – it’s so much cheaper than buying ready-made. See also our easy chickpea stew recipe and easy hummus recipe for more ways to zhuzh up that tin!

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