We know that life can get pretty hectic, and sometimes you simply don’t have the time to make a full-on dinner. But that doesn’t mean you have to skimp on flavour. Not when you have these beauties at your fingertips!
As a dad of five, Jamie knows exactly how this goes, so he’s created a range of frozen and store-cupboard ingredients that will help you get delicious dinners on the table without the faff.
In the store cupboard we have quick and easy microwave pouches in a variety of flavours, which make the perfect wholegrain side or protein-packed meal base in a minute. Alongside these are his cooking pastes: little jars that bring big flavour! Whether you’re wanting to spice things up with a curry, or fancy a family favourite like Bolognese, cottage pie or fajitas, there’s something for you.
Then, in the freezer, we have tasty ready meals (for those nights when the hob/oven needs to do all the hard work), frozen potatoes to make the perfect sides, and frozen veg that’s not only delicious, it’s so versatile too.
So, once you’ve stocked up your store cupboard and freezer, it’s all there ready and waiting for you to make something utterly delicious. Check out our favourite easy dinner ideas below.
STORE-CUPBOARD SAVIOURS
Reach for Jamie’s storecupboard products and cook up something delicious in no time at all…
Spaghetti Bolognese…
using Jamie Oliver Brilliant Bolognese Paste
With just four ingredients, you can have a family favourite on the table without the fuss. Just add chopped pancetta, beef mince, a tin of tomatoes and Jamie’s Brilliant Bolognese paste! So easy, so tasty.
Spicy corn-on-the-cobs…
Using Jamie Oliver Smoky Fajita Paste
Jamie’s pastes make the most delicious meals – but they’re versatile enough to add flavour in other ways too. We love to brush the Smoky Fajita paste on corn-on-the-cobs before popping them on the barbecue for seriously full-flavoured veg.
Naked burrito…
Using Jamie Oliver Barbecoa Beans pouch
A naked burrito hits the spot when you want a super tasty lunch, and now you can tuck into one in no time thanks to Jamie’s Barbecoa Beans pouch. While it heats up in the microwave (just 60 seconds), you can get the finishing touches ready – rice, tomato or corn salsa, grated cheese, avocado and shredded lettuce. Yum!
Mushroom risotto…
Using Jamie Oliver Mighty Mushroom Grains
Want a quick-win risotto? Then use Jamie’s Mighty Mushroom Grains pouch. Grill some asparagus while it’s cooking in the microwave, then finish with shavings of Parmesan. Easy, quick and delicious!
Loaded chilli…
Using Jamie Oliver Smoky Chipotle Chilli
Al-desko lunches just got an upgrade! You can easily turn Jamie’s Smoky Chipotle Chilli into a loaded chilli. Just add some squished avo, crushed tortillas, soured cream and a quick tomato and corn salsa, and you have a winner of a dinner!
Posh baked beans…
Using Jamie Oliver Barbecoa Beans
Busy day at work? It’s never been easier to make a protein-packed, healthy dinner than with Jamie’s Barbecoa beans. Pop them over a jacket sweet potato, top with grated cheese or soured cream and a quick slaw, and you’ve got something special.
Aubergine Shakshuka…
Using Jamie Oliver Aubergine Shakshuka pouch
Don’t forget that the Aubergine Shakshuka just needs an egg to make a brilliant dish. Heat the pouch in a pan then, when bubbling, crack in 1 egg and coddle for 4 minutes. Serve sprinkled with chopped coriander and serve with bread for mopping up all that delicious sauce.
Tuna and avo bowl…
Using Jamie Oliver Mega Med Grains
Lunchtimes call for bowl food, and this one featuring Jamie’s Mega Med Grains, tinned tuna, avocado and cucumber really hits the spot. With so little prep time, it’s one you can squeeze in between meetings and still enjoy maximum flavour.
FREEZER FAVOURITES
Have a stash of Jamie’s frozen veg in the freezer and you’ll have bags of flavour ready and waiting for you…
Carrot & grain salad
Using Jamie Oliver Super Grains pouch and Jamie Oliver Sticky Glazed Carrots
Got an alfresco feast coming up? For a quick and utterly delicious salad, this is the recipe to make. Heroing Jamie’s Super Grains pouch and his frozen Sticky Glazed Carrots, this is a full-flavour dish without the fuss.
Lemon veg & goat’s cheese tart
Using Jamie Oliver Lemon-Dressed Veg
This super-fresh and simple tart features a clever hack – using Jamie’s frozen Lemon-Dressed Green Veg for maximum taste and speed! With crisp filo and zesty ricotta, this makes the perfect centrepiece or side.
Rogue Ratatouille Risotto
Using Jamie Oliver Chargrilled Pesto Veg
Creamy, comforting, delicious – risotto is a dish that always hits the spot. And this five-ingredient version is packed with flavour thanks to Jamie’s frozen Chargrilled Pesto Veg. On the table in just over 30 mins.
Springtime risotto
Using Jamie Oliver Lemon-Dressed Veg
If fresher flavours are more to your taste, then make a risotto with Jamie’s Lemon-Dressed Veg. Finish it with basil and Parmesan for a delicious dinner with little fuss.
Traybaked pesto pizza pie
Using Jamie Oliver Chargrilled Pesto Veg
Who doesn’t love pizza?! And this five-ingredient one is so easy to make. Make a quick cheat’s pastry, stretch into a rectangle, brush over some pesto, and top with mozzarella and Chargrilled Pesto Veg – then the oven does the hard work!
Creamy green lasagnetti
Using Jamie Oliver Lemon-Dressed Veg
Think one-pan pasta vibes, made even simpler with Jamie’s Lemon-Dressed Veg. Cut lasagne sheets in half lengthways to make lasagnetti, add to the defrosted veg, top up with water and bubble away for a few minutes. Finish with Parmesan cheese, little bombs of cream cheese, and chopped mint.
Zesty frittata
Using Jamie Oliver Lemon-Dressed Veg
Lunchtimes are made for frittatas! Simply add a handful of Jamie’s Lemon-Dressed Veg, some chopped spring onions and fresh goat’s cheese, bake until golden, then serve with chopped red chilli on top and a dressed side salad.
Couscous salad
Using Jamie Oliver Chargrilled Pesto Veg
Jamie’s couscous salads are legendary. And you can make a quick one by rehydrating couscous with an olive oil and lemon juice dressing and stirring through cooked Chargrilled Pesto Veg. Add a handful of chopped basil and parsley and you have a dinner of dreams!
