Student Cookbook
Student Cookbook
One of the best ways to save money as a student is to find some easy and cheap recipes. The good news is that our Student Money Assistants have done all the hard work for you and have tried and tested some recipes for you! We will add to this throughout the year, so keep checking back. Use the buttons below to find recipes to your taste, e.g. vegetarian or fakeaway. For more information about meal planning and how to store food safely, see our Food and Shopping page.
Vegetable Pot Pie
A nutrient-dense comfort meal for the chilly holiday season that it perfect for sharing with family and friends!
Taste: 5/5
Simplicity: 4/5
Cost: 4/5
Chicken Fried Rice
A one-pot dish that is perfect for lazy days when you don鈥檛 want to take out the chopping board or wash a pile of dishes!
Taste: 4/5
Simplicity: 2/5
Cost: 3/5
White Fish in Chickpea Curry
A one-pot dish that is perfect for lazy days when you don鈥檛 want to take out the chopping board or wash a pile of dishes!
Taste: 5/5
Simplicity: 5/5
Cost: 5/5
Spinach and Pepper Pasta
If you're in a rush, this recipe is quick, cheap and filling! It's also very versatile, as you can add your own favourite ingredients to mix it up.
Modhurima's score out of five:
Taste: 3/5 Simplicity: 5/5 Cost: 5/5
Spaghetti Bolognese
If you don't know how to cook this is a great place to start. If you have the freezer space, double up the recipe and freeze some portions for later.
Charlotte's score out of 5:
Taste: 4/5 Simplicity: 3/5 Cost: 3/5
Cooking Basics - Seasoned Potatoes
This is a great, much cheaper alternative to oven chips. You can alter the seasonings to suit your taste and the type of cuisine you're cooking!
Mashed Potatoes
These can be added as a side dish or used to top pies such as Cottage Pie or Shepherd's Pie.
Cooking Basics - Rice
Rice is a great staple for bulking up other recipes. Follow these instructions to get well-cooked, fluffy rice every time!