Easy Cook

Easy Cook is a practical, down to earth and straight-talking food magazine. It aims to help busy people feed their families with a minimum of fuss and effort during the week, with more adventurous ideas for when there's a little more time at the weekend. The easy, speedy and healthy recipes are ideal whether you're an experienced cook or you're less confident in the kitchen, and they're all thoroughly tested so they will always work first time. In every issue; over 100 speedy, easy to follow recipes, family recipes for every day of the week, food kids love, store cupboard ideas, easy entertaining and easy baking.

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Going for gold • Sure to wow at the table, this only requires 20 minutes of prep, no baking and is freezable

Super savers • Simple, thrifty dinners to make in between the big events over the festive season

LESS WASTE MORE TASTE • Tips and advice to save time and money, use up your leftovers and help the planet

Dig in! • Keep it casual with oven-to-table dishes that are easy to prepare and perfect for entertaining or cosy family meals

Dinner in a flash • Social media star Amy Sheppard is known for her speedy, hearty meals. Here she shares three favourites from her latest cookbook

Make some Christmas magic • Whether decorating a cake with the kids, preparing edible gifts or baking for Santa, make this year one to remember

Present perfect • Great value and easy-to-make gifts for friends, family and teachers

The best start • If you’re planning a three-course meal or just need some extra special nibbles, these lavish dishes will kick-start your feast

THE BIG DAY Turkey dinner • If you’re ready to put on a feast this year, this is the menu you need

Going off—piste • Not a fan of turkey? No problem. Matt Tebbutt’s hearty menu brings alternative flavours to your Christmas table

Seasonal spoonfuls • A little bit of this and a touch of that come together to level up every mouthful

Impressive meat-free centrepieces • Vegetarian options that can stand alone and tempt the whole family

Love your leftovers • Use up the odds and ends with these inventive ideas to ensure that nothing goes to waste

Taste of nostalgia • James Martin shares the heritage pudding recipe passed down from his gran

grand finale • Prep these ahead to finish off your meal in style

In the party mood • Take the stress out of entertaining with this help-yourself spread from chef Maria Elia

Party pieces • Whether it’s New Year’s Eve or your just gathering to make the most of party season, these are the spreads to get on the table

Seasonal spirit • Beat the chill with these spice-filled warming drinks