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.
Chopping an Onion
Many recipes require a chopped onion, so learning this skill will take you far!
Taste: 4/5
Simplicity: 5/5
Cost: 5/5
Pizza Dough
This recipe makes two 10" pizzas, so why not invite your friend round for a fakeaway treat!
Taste: 5/5
Simplicity: 4/5
Cost: 4/5
Boiled Egg
Boiled eggs can make a great breakfast, a filling lunch or a quick snack on the go!
Taste: 4/5
Simplicity: 5/5
Cost: 5/5
Cheese Sauce
Learning how to make a cheese sauce can open up so many recipes for you. From Mac 'n' Cheese to Lasagne or Cauliflower Cheese!
Taste: 5/5
Simplicity: 3/5
Cost: 5/5
Pan Fried Chicken
This is a basic skill to learn, and once your chicken is done, you can either store it for the week or use it for another recipe.
Taste: 5/5
Simplicity: 5/5
Cost: 4/5
Chocolate Cookies
These cookies take a little time and effort, but make a tasty snack, and will make you popular with your housemates!
Taste: 5/5
Simplicity: 4/5
Cost 3/5
Tomato Sauce
This basic tomato sauce could be used with pasta or as a pizza base to make a quick and easy meal.
Taste: 4/5
Simplicity: 4/5
Cost: 5/5