family dinner Recipes

A hearty pasta casserole featuring tender chicken, vegetables, and melted cheese in a savory tomato sauce

A crowd-pleasing meatloaf that never fails — the Italian sausage makes all the difference for flavor and keeps it incredibly moist.

Our go-to lasagna recipe — layers of rich meat sauce, creamy cheese, and tender noodles. Makes enough for the whole family and freezes beautifully.

Rich, meaty sauce that simmers for hours — worth every minute. The kids clear their plates every time.

One of those dinners that makes everyone happy — rich lamb and vegetables under a blanket of creamy mashed potatoes with a golden cheese top.

Comfort food at its finest — creamy chicken and vegetables under a golden puff pastry lid. Makes the whole house smell incredible.

Still the best baked mac and cheese I've ever had — that creamy white sauce with the golden crunchy top is pure comfort food magic.

We make this at least twice a month — creamy curry chicken that basically cooks itself. The kids actually eat it.

Homemade pockets stuffed with seasoned ground beef and all the Big Mac fixings. Way better than the drive-through version.

Classic comfort food that never gets old. Tender meatballs with creamy mashed potatoes and lingonberry jam.

Classic comfort food that never gets old. Tender beef strips in a rich, creamy tomato sauce that's been a family favorite for years.

Juicy homemade salmon patties with salad and crunchy vegetables — a proper weeknight dinner the whole family will actually eat.

A clever way to get the family on board with offal — the mashed potato crust makes it feel familiar and cozy.

Crispy tortilla-crusted turkey nuggets with homemade guacamole, pineapple couscous, and a fresh herb dressing. A proper weekend treat the whole family will love.

Everything goes in one pot — chicken, pasta, tomatoes, done. Big hit with kids and adults alike, and barely any washing up.

All the lasagne flavour without the faff — one pot, minimal washing up, and it's on the table in under 40 minutes.

Norwegian reindeer with an Asian twist — the combo of ginger, chili, soy, and honey with the meat is surprisingly good.

Juicy lamb patties ready in under 40 minutes — proper weeknight dinner with real flavour.

Ready in under 20 minutes and filling enough for the whole family. Tender pork strips and a frozen vegetable mix do most of the work.

Weeknight lifesaver. Meat, veg, potatoes — all in one pot and done in 40 minutes.

Ready in 20 minutes and the kids go crazy for them. Taco-spiced pork meatballs with a creamy vegetable mash — serve with salsa and dinner is done.

Crispy homemade nuggets the whole family goes for — paired with a tangy green potato salad that actually makes it a proper dinner.

Dead simple summer dinner — ready-smoked ham with tender braised cabbage and a sharp mustard dressing. Barely any cooking required.

Ready in under 20 minutes and way more interesting than the usual sides. The spiced edamame beans take just a few minutes in the pan and make this a proper weeknight dinner.

Juicy meat, crispy skin, and potatoes that soak up all the good drippings — plus a fresh minty salad on the side. Solid family dinner.

Honey, dried fruit, and cinnamon give these pork meatballs a warm, slightly exotic twist. Ready in under 20 minutes on a weeknight.

Classic weeknight salmon with cabbage and potatoes — ready in 40 minutes and the whole family eats it.

Classic Swedish meatballs with a creamy mustard-honey sauce — serve with mashed potatoes and buttered peas for a proper weeknight dinner the whole family will go back for seconds.

Dead simple weeknight dinner — pasta, sausage, and leek all baked together in one dish. Ready in about 40 minutes.

Don't let the looks fool you — wolffish has firm, white flesh that bakes up beautifully. The yogurt crust with lemon and herbs keeps it juicy and adds a nice golden top.

Warming, coconut-based curry with roots in the Caribbean — no curry powder in sight. The chicken thighs stay juicy no matter how long they simmer.

Juicy grilled pork chops paired with a fresh rice salad loaded with mango, papaya, and red pepper. Perfect for a summer evening.

The squash becomes the bowl — fill it with meat sauce, top with cheese, and bake until golden. A fun autumn dinner the whole family gets excited about.

Crispy homemade fish nuggets from cod with a crunchy panko coating — dead easy weeknight dinner the whole family will actually eat.

Ready in under 20 minutes and the whole family eats it. Lean pork strips wokked with cabbage, carrot, and green pepper — pick whatever wok sauce you like best.

Ready in under 20 minutes and the pear makes it feel a bit special. Great weeknight dinner the whole family will eat.

Heartier than your average pizza dough — the wholegrain flour gives it real flavour and makes it just a bit better for you. Makes 6 personal pizzas or one big tray.

Lasagne meets fish night — and it actually works. The egg-and-milk mixture sets up like a custard around the salmon and spinach, no béchamel needed.

Spicy little burgers packed with chili, fresh ginger, and coriander — served with a creamy yogurt dressing and apple slices. Way more interesting than your average burger night.

Quick weeknight fish dinner that actually tastes like something. The creamy leek sauce bakes right under the fish and keeps everything juicy.

Classic Norwegian comfort food that the whole family goes for. Uses leftover boiled potatoes, which makes it come together really fast.

Italian meets Indian in one pan — bold tikka flavour layered into a proper lasagne. Dead simple and ready in 40 minutes.