Friday night feasts

Friday night’s here and you’re hunting for something quick, tasty, and seriously satisfying to kick off the weekend vibes. Well, say no more! Whether you’re a beef fan or a lamb lover, these recipes are your new best mates. Imagine sinking your teeth into smash dumplings that bring all the Big Mac magic without the drive-thru drama, or twirling up Turkish lamb pasta that’s ready faster than you can pick a movie to binge. Scroll on for our 8 Friday faves…

a white plate topped with smashed dumplings with lettuce and sauce on top and a bowl of dipping sauce .

Smash dumplings

All the flavours of the golden arches but you know exactly what’s gone into them! Gather the family round and watch these disappear.

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Turkish lamb pasta

This is dinner in 15 minutes. Faster than a takeaway and better for you too. Curl up on the couch with a bowl of this and your fave movie for a Friday night in.

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Lamb, red pepper and plum pizza

Grab a pizza base from the supermarket and you’ve got this dinner half done. The finishing touch? A drizzle of plum sauce for the win.

a bowl of pasta, mince and vegetables with a spoon in it .

One pot mince and veggie orzo

This is the ultimate ‘empty the fridge’ meal. Everything cooks in one pot so there’s no stress and frozen vegetables mean no chopping either!

a close up of a piece of toast with avocado and mince and coriander on a plate .

Mince on toast with chilli crisp

As a nation, we love mince on toast and this hearty version can be whipped up in no time. Perfect for a casual Friday night.

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Air fryer shoulder chops

Smokey, sweet and tangy, these shoulder chops are the ultimate Friday night feast, especially when paired with roasties and a big green salad.

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Picklebread sandwich

No bread but keen on finishing the week with a steak sarnie? Enter picklebread. A strange but delicious alternative that can help you out when you’re in a jam.