Rice is easy to make and serve as a main course. You can add some protein and salad to make it a hearty meal. Use any non-sticky rice for this – it cooks fast and you will probably have all the ingredients in your kitchen.

For a healthy and wholesome treat, that is sweet at the same, there is nothing to beat muffins. These are great to have for breakfast, as lunchbox packers and with coffee. When you bake them, your house will smell great, too.

A hearty and filling dessert is just what is called for when you need something sweet at the end of a meal. You can prepare this in advance and keep it for baking just before dinner, so that it is ready when you finish.

Chicken is good for health – it is a white meat and rich in protein. It is a lot healthier than red meat, which is high in saturated fat. This chicken, with flavors of Mexico, is quick and easy to make and very versatile.

This delicious and creamy corn dish can be eaten in many ways: you can use it on a toast, as a topping for rice, as a filling for toasties or paninis, or even as a dip. Corn and cheese is a classic combo and delights the taste bud.