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Welcome to the Bored of Lunch blog! Here, you’ll find mouth-watering recipes and easy-to-follow cooking tips. Explore the world of air fryers and slow cookers with Nathan’s expert advice, delicious recipes, and clever tricks. Stay updated with the latest trends and transform your meals from ordinary to extraordinary.

5 Easy Meat Free Monday Recipes for Busy Families

Try these 5 quick and healthy meat free recipes using the slow cooker. Perfect for Meat-Free Mondays and family dinners on busy nights.

DIY Curry Night: Healthy Fakeaway Curry Recipes

Craving a curry but want to skip the calories and cost of a takeaway? Discover how to create your own DIY curry night at home with these easy, healthy fakeaway recipes – all packed with flavour and made in the slow cooker. From Mango Chicken Curry to Thai Red Chicken and comforting Beef Curry, this post has everything you need for a delicious, guilt-free feast. Plus, find out why curries are even better in the slow cooker and get a sneak peek at my brand new cookbook Bored of Lunch: Healthy Fakeaways.

Best Amazon Prime Day 2025 Kitchen Deals | Must-Haves for Home Cooks

Amazon Prime Day 2025 is here – and it’s one of the best times of year to grab a bargain on your favourite kitchen gear. Whether you’re after a new air fryer, a budget-friendly slow cooker, or the best tools to keep your kitchen spotless, I’ve pulled together the top Prime Day deals I think every home cook will love.

9 Comfort Food Classics Made Healthier

Love comfort food but want something lighter? These nine healthier versions of your favourite classics are easy to make and packed with flavour — without the guilt.

8 Budget-Friendly Meals Using Chopped Tomatoes

Chopped tomatoes are a budget-friendly hero. These 8 easy recipes turn a humble tin into delicious meals that are perfect for busy weeknights and cheap dinners.

5 Air Fryer Recipes Using Egg

Eggs and air fryers are a perfect combo for quick, healthy meals. Try these 5 easy recipes for breakfast, lunch, or dinner — all fuss-free and ready in minutes.

6 Quick & Easy Recipes Using Prawns

Prawns are a brilliant ingredient for fast, flavour-packed meals. From spicy stir-fries to fresh salads, these 6 easy recipes make healthy dinners and quick lunches a breeze.

6 Quick & Easy Recipes Using Halloumi

Looking for quick dinner inspiration? These 7 healthy meals using halloumi are easy, flavour-packed, and perfect for air fryer or slow cooker cooking.

x5 15 Minute Meals: Quick, Easy Dinners You’ll Love

Short on time? These 5 easy 15 minute meals are perfect for quick weeknight dinners. Air fryer-friendly, healthyish, and full of flavour – ideal for busy days.

5 Easy Chorizo Recipes Using the Air Fryer & Slow Cooker

Looking for easy midweek dinner ideas packed with flavour? These four chorizo recipes are quick, tasty, and made using your air fryer or slow cooker. Perfect for busy evenings when you want maximum flavour with minimal effort.

5 Slow Cooker Dinners Using MINCE

Looking for easy slow cooker dinners using mince? These 5 recipes are ideal for busy families, batch cooking or midweek meals with minimal effort. From Irish savoury mince to a homemade doner kebab fakeaway, these are hearty, affordable and full of flavour – plus there’s a cheeky bonus air fryer recipe too!