Student Cookbook
Student Cookbook
One of the best ways to save money as a student is to find some easy and cheap recipes. The good news is that our Student Money Assistants have done all the hard work for you and have tried and tested some recipes for you! We will add to this throughout the year, so keep checking back. Use the buttons below to find recipes to your taste, e.g. vegetarian or fakeaway. For more information about meal planning and how to store food safely, see our Food and Shopping page.
Tuna Kebab
These tasty kebabs could be served with a salad for lunch or bulked up with rice and vegetables for a main meal.
Taste: 4/5
Simplicity: 3/5
Cost: 5/5
Beetroot and Red Lentil Pasta with Salmon
This is a great meal to make for date night as it is delicious but takes a bit more effort.
Taste: 4/5
Simplicity: 4/5
Cost: 5/5
Shepherd's Pie
This delicious and warming meal is perfect for cold winter nights!
Taste: 4/5
Simplicity: 4/5
Cost: 3/5
Chia Seed and Oat Pudding
This tasty and filling breakfast can be made in advance to save you time in the morning! Swap the yoghurt and milk for dairy-free alternatives to make it vegan or make it gluten-free by using gluten-free oats
Taste: 4/5
Simplicity: 5/5
Cost: 5/5
Vegan Rice Paper Rolls
These tasty rolls make a great and tasty lunch, and as they're vegan, they are perfect if you are doing Veganuary!
Taste: 5/5
Simplicity: 5/5
Cost: 5/5
Vegetable Pot Pie
A nutrient-dense comfort meal for the chilly holiday season that it perfect for sharing with family and friends!
Taste: 5/5
Simplicity: 4/5
Cost: 4/5
Christmas Dinner
The key to cooking a Christmas dinner is getting the timings right. Our top tip is to set alarms on your phones for the different stages so you don't overcook anything!
Taste: 5/5
Simplicity: 3/5
Cost: 3/5
Chicken Fried Rice
A one-pot dish that is perfect for lazy days when you don’t want to take out the chopping board or wash a pile of dishes!
Taste: 4/5
Simplicity: 2/5
Cost: 3/5