Simple meals for a small table

Herb omelette with greens

Wilt a handful of greens, add beaten eggs and chopped herbs, and cook gently until set to your preference. Serve with bread and a crisp salad.

Combine cooked lentils with roasted or sautéed vegetables, mustard and a little vinegar. Taste carefully and add herbs before serving.

Cook pasta until tender, reserve some cooking water and toss with a simple tomato-garlic sauce. Add enough water to make the sauce coat the pasta.

Plan around how many people are eating and what is already in the fridge. Simple recipes tolerate sensible substitutions.