Who better than THE Irish chef himself, Colin Fassnidge, to show you how to make this classic, warming stew. Be sure to freeze any leftovers for another day.

Pork salad gets wrapped up as a souvlaki for the perfect lunch box treat.

Make this glazed meatloaf ahead, then slice and serve with pickled vegetables in a baguette to make banh mi or with mashed sweet potato. If reheating, fry in a little oil to heat through, says Valli.

The rich tomato sugo in this recipe works in Italian and French dishes, such as this seafood stew. You can adjust quantities as needed.

Tasty Mexican meatballs for dinner become subs for lunch with this versatile mid-week meal.

This fragrant curry paste is a perfect base for chicken, vegetable and fish curries. Here, Valli Little has used it in a chicken and eggplant curry – with absolutely sensational results.

Inspired by meat-free Mondays? Need to eat more vegetables? These meat-free 'meatballs' are an easy way to bring more greens and goodness into your week.

These smoked trout fish cakes can be presented as part of a starter platter or served with vegetables as a stand alone meal.

Sweet little currants and crunchy pine nuts add pizzazz to this saucy meatball recipe.

Make your Monday mince more exotic and turn it into these fabulous polpette (meatballs) with cannellini beans. This is one protein-rich dish the whole family will enjoy.

Stir-fried beef in lettuce cups for dinner becomes a noodle salad for lunch, perfect for any lunch box.

This ragout is great for a hearty pasta or a lasagne, as used here.

Make the polenta ahead of time, then top with semi-dried tomatoes and a drizzle of tomato oil to make this easy snack.

What's better than lasagne? Three hour slow-cooked beef cheek lasagne, that's what.

This lasagne uses goat and sheep's milk products, making it perfect for people with sensitivities or allergies to cow's milk.