A super easy brownie recipe for a squidgy chocolate bake. Watch our foolproof recipe video to help you get a perfect traybake every time.

Need a quick chocolate fix? Try making this easy microwave mug cake with storecupboard ingredients. It's even more delicious with a scoop of vanilla ice cream

Ditch the takeaway for our easy sweet & sour chicken. This Chinese-style rice dish is ready in under 30 mins and packed with zingy flavours

Master the chocolate cake with an airy, light sponge and rich buttercream filling. It's simple enough for an afternoon tea but special enough for a party too

Rustle up a delicious breakfast of scrambled eggs in no time – this protein-rich dish takes just four minutes in the microwave

Bake an impressive dinner party dessert with minimum fuss – these chocolate puddings, also known as chocolate fondant or lava cake, have a lovely gooey centre

Treat family and friends to this decadent chocolate dessert. It's an indulgent end to a dinner party or weekend family meal

This dense, squidgy chocolate and almond cake is perfect for dessert. It's gluten-free – just ensure your cocoa powder and chocolate are, too

Make these easy, fudgy brownies in under 15 minutes in the microwave. They're ideal when you need a quick and indulgent dessert.

For a super speedy supper, try Jack Monroe's vegetarian kidney bean chilli - a great way to get 2 of your 5-a-day in this microwavable, midweek meal

Want a comforting macaroni cheese quickly, without too many pots and pans to wash up afterwards? Look to your microwave - and our three-cheese recipe...

Try this shortcut version of the Spanish classic paella, with chicken and chorizo for a midweek meal. The recipe is based on a microwave with a power of 750W

This microwave banana pudding is a super-speedy dessert that's ready in just 20 minutes. Served with ice cream or yogurt, it's sure to be a hit with the family

Indulge yourself with this ultimate chocolate ganache cake recipe that is beautifully moist, rich and fudgy. Perfect for a celebration or an afternoon tea

Tuck into a bowl of soothing and comforting prawn laksa noodle soup. A simple dish, it takes just 15 minutes to make and is packed with flavour.

Good Food reader Catherine Dunkley shares her super-quick and easy recipe for the perfect last-minute coffee and walnut cake

You can have a batch of scones on the table in 20 minutes with Jane Hornby's storecupboard recipe, perfect for unexpected guests

Treat someone to this flourless chocolate cake – it’s ideal for anyone following a gluten-free diet, and makes an irresistible dessert, topped with fresh berries

Make our easy vegan chocolate sponge cake for a special occasion using dairy substitutes. It's finished with luscious plant-based 'buttercream' and seasonal fruits

Also known as miracle fudge, this indulgent sweet treat is made in minutes in the microwave, and makes for an ideal last-minute edible gift – no sugar thermometer required

Enjoy a speedy sweet potato topped with black bean chilli. Made in the microwave, it can easily be halved to serve one, and the chilli can be frozen for another day

If you're after a family-friendly meal that takes under 30 minutes, try this courgette and pea risotto. We've added prawns, but you could swap for chicken

Make this vibrant veggie curry in less than 20 minutes with the help of a microwave. Serve with basmati rice or naan on the side

Make a simple Christmas brussels side with the help of a microwave. A butter and honey glaze and a scattering of almonds will make this a popular dish

Try this simple curry for a family dinner. It delivers seven plant points, plenty of fibre and two of your five-a-day

A microwave omelette is the ultimate fast snack. It takes just minutes to prep and cook and you can adapt the recipe by changing the veg, herbs and cheese.

Make this easy banana mug cake in the microwave for a quick dessert for one. Add chopped pecans or chocolate chips, if you like, and drizzle with maple syrup

Mix up your festive dessert course with an all-in-one sweet feast to share, with peppermint tiffin, gingerbread-spice doughnuts, mini meringues and more

Forget microwave mug cakes - if you're after some serious indulgence in just 15 minutes, this easy chocolate, peanut butter and jam brownie recipe is sure to hit the spot

Whip up shakshuka, a Middle Eastern favourite, in just 10 minutes. Perfect for brunch, lunch or supper, it's healthy and a great option for a budget meal