For those of us with busy lifestyles and little time to spend in the kitchen, it can be hard to find convenient ways to whip up meat-free meals. Let your slow cooker do all the work for you here, with this delicious range of recipes for vegan and vegetarian magic. Spend a little time preparing and let your meals cook away without you having to watch over them! These delicious dishes have something for the everyday, from simple plant-based essentials to more impressive recipes for special occasions.

For anyone who loves good food but has little time to spend cooking, an electric slow cooker can fit perfectly into a busy lifestyle. They can be used day or night, and you don’t have to stay at home to keep an eye on your cooking while you produce hearty, healthy food for all the family to enjoy. The recipes in this book mainly use sustaining grains, beans and pulses, along with vegetable ingredients and lean high protein foods, including fish, poultry and meat. The addition of fresh herbs and spices with known health-giving qualities, such as turmeric and ginger, adds flavour as well as packing an extra nutritional punch.