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.
Easter Bunny Cake
Something sweet that is great for sharing with friends and family for Easter. It is a lot of fun to decorate, and you can be very creative with it.
Taste: 4/5
Simplicity: 4/5
Cost: 4/5
Easter Egg Fudge Cake
Make this delicious Easter treat to share with your housemates, and you will be very popular!
Taste: 5/5
Simplicity: 5/5
Cost: 4/5
Rou Jia Mo (Shaanxi-Style Burger)
This traditional Shaanxi snack takes some time to cook but is a tasty treat!
Taste: 4/5
Simplicity: 1/5
Cost: 3/5
Niu Rou Pao Mo (Beef-Soaked Bread Soup)
Impress your friends for Chinese New Year with this traditional Shaanxi snack!
Taste: 4/5
Simplicity: 3/5
Cost: 5/5
Festive Lamb with Garlic & Rosemary Potatoes
This is a great alternative to a turkey for a flatmas dinner, and as it's all done in one baking tray, there's less washing up!
Taste: 5/5
Simplicity: 3/5
Cost: 4/5
Creamy Vermicelli Pudding
This classic Southeast Asian Ramadan/ Eid dish can be prepared in under 30 minutes. This is perfect as a post Iftar sweet treat!
Taste: 5/5
Simplicity: 5/5
Cost: 4/5
Beetroot and Red Lentil Pasta with Salmon
This is a great meal to make for date night as it is delicious but takes a bit more effort.
Taste: 4/5
Simplicity: 4/5
Cost: 5/5
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