Always a crowd-pleaser, our nacho recipe has added vegetables and lentils for a boost of protein and fibre!

This is a must at any whānau gathering. Our pink potato salad from the Cook Islands has a modern twist using a combination of Greek yoghurt and mayonnaise as the dressing.

Sapasui is a firm favourite at any feast. Food after all is not only made for eating, but for sharing and giving away. We know every aiga (family) will have their own version of this recipe, so feel free to mix it up. Our recipe uses lots of vegetables!

This is a great gift for tamariki to make, it get’s them in the kitchen and cooking up a storm.

A vibrant tasty salad full. Great for summer barbeques!

Mixing eggs and vegetables with noodles makes a balanced meal that keeps you feeling fuller for longer.

This super easy and budget-friendly salad will be a hit with everyone. Who doesn’t have a bag of frozen peas in their freezer?

This recipe is a great example of the healthy plate model in action, with double the vegetables to chicken. Marinating the chicken first makes it very tender to eat.

Your whānau will love it!

Legumes are full of goodness as well as being cheap, tasty and convenient to use.

High in protein, fibre and omega 3, this pudding is an easy dessert to prepare the night before. It’s creamy, satisfying and may take you back to the milk puddings your family made!

Everyone loves a good crumble. This topping can be used on any stewed or canned fruit. Great combos include stewed apple with canned Doris plums or frozen berries.

This recipe is super easy. Serve on rice or with naan or pita bread. Top with a dollop of thick natural yoghurt and some chopped coriander or mint.

This is a great recipe to freeze. Just reheat for a night off cooking! Take this recipe to the next level by breaking eggs (1 per person) into the curry. Put the lid on the pan and simmer until eggs are set.

This basic recipe can be turned into many meals: shepherd’s pie, lasagne, chilli con carne or nachos to name a few. It will become a whānau favourite!

Everyone will love this easy fish pie. You’ll be surprised how good it tastes if you use canned smoked fish. It’s a very economical, nutritious meal.

Chicken and chilli beans are a great combination. This is a quick mid-week meal for the whānau to enjoy.

A sustaining and delicious salad so easily prepared from cans!

Stay full for longer with this nutritious rice salad. Great for using up left over rice. Delicious taken as a lunch to work.

Packed full of vegetables, low in salt and high in fibre, you will love this dish!

A tasty, hearty soup, this recipe can be adapted in as many ways as your imagination and taste buds will allow!