The beauty of a savoury tart is you don’t have to eat a lot of it to feel full and satisfied. This cheese and mushroom tart makes a hearty meal for young and old. It comes with a tasty buttery crust that will goes wonderfully with the eggy-cheesy-and-mushroomy filling.

When you’re on a budget but want to create a hearty and fulfilling meal, chicken burgers are the way to go. Think chicken thigh fillets, brioche buns, pickles and a refreshing slaw.

Think of the mulligatawny soup as a curry soup or a soupy curry filled with vegetables like carrots, tomatoes and lentils. This meatless goes well with flatbread (also in this recipe), rice and even glass noodles, and you’ve got a fulfilling meal.

Eggplants (and brinjals) don’t have to be boring. Top them with cheese and lamb mince, and baked them to silky, tender perfection. And you’ve got yourself a wholesome meal. This is also a tasty way to introduce eggplant to kids who are trying it for the first time.

Instead of cooking several smaller dishes, cook one tasty dish that gives you carb, protein and fibre. The easiest way to put everything in one meal is to cook fried rice. This version of the sweet-savoury nasi goreng comes with charred broccolini, chicken and a variety of garnishes. It also gives you a hit of umami with shrimp paste.

Text: Simone Wu