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Healthy, Hearty & Budget Friendly Recipes for Uni Life

Let's be honest - university life is full-on. 

Between lectures, late nights and laundry piles, the last thing you want to stress about is what's for dinner.

Thats's why we created our Student Saver Packs: frozen, handcrafted meals and ingredients that make eating well at uni simple, afforadable and actually tasty. 

Whether you're a meat lover or plant-based pro, our packs are packed with quality produce and proper British flavour.

Here are 5 easy, budget-friendly meal ideas you can whip up using items from your pack:

1. One Pan Sausage Pasta

Traditional Pork Sausages (390g)

Time 20 mins

How to Make It:

Slice sausages into chunks and pan-fry unitl golden.

Add chopped onions, garlic and a tin of chopped tomatoes.

Simmer with your favourite herbs or a splash of hot sauce.

Stir through cooked pasta and top with cheese if you've got it.

Why it rocks: Filling, cheap and works with whatever's in your fridge.

Double it for leftovers!

2. Proper Sunday pie Night

Using Family Steak Pie of Creamy Vegetable Pie (1.2kg)

Time: 40-45 mins in the oven (hands-free!)

How to Make It:

Pop your pie in the oven (check for timings).

While it's baking, boil some frozen peas and mash a couple of potatoes.

Serve it all up with gravy for the ultimate comfort dinner.

Why it rocks: Feels like home. Zero prep. Maximum taste.

3. DIY Burrito Bowls

Using: Hand Diced Chicken (500g) or Beef Steak Mince (400g)

Time: 20 mins

How to Make It:

Cook your protein with fajita seasoning or paprika, garlic and cumin.

Serve over microwave rice with chopped lettuce, salsa, cheese and any extras.

Optional: wrap it all in a tortillla for burrito-on-the-go.

Why it rocks: Customisable, fast and fills you up for longer.

4.Cheesy Quiche Brunch Plate

Using: 3 Cheese & Onion Quiche

Time: 25 mins (oven) 2 mins (microwave- defrost first!)

How to Make It:

Heat up a slice of quiche

Serve with a side salad, coleslaw or even beans on toast.

Bonus points: fried egg on top.

Why it rocks: Ideal for those "breakfast at 1pm" days. Tastes amazing cold too.

5. Past Night Platter

Using:

Red Fox Cheese & Onion Pasties

Sweet Potato, Goat's Cheese & Chilli Roulade.

Mediterranean Veg & Feta Purses

Time: 25-30 mins in the oven

Bake one or two items depending on your mood (or hunger levels).

Serve with crisps, salad or roast some veg on the side.

Turn it into a Netflix & nibble night.

Why it rocks: No Chopping. No mess. Just pop in and enjoy.

Bonus Tips for Uni Food Life:

Freeze in portions so you're not defrosting the whole pack.

Batch cook - you will thank yourself in the future.

Don't Have Your Pack Yet?

Order yours now and fill that uni freezer with handcrafted British meals made in Nottinghamshire.

Meat Student Saver Pack - £43 - https://thecountryvictualler.co.uk/meat-student-saver-pack

Vegetarian Student Saver Pack - £42 - https://thecountryvictualler.co.uk/vegetarian-student-saver-pack

Both options are packed with value, flavour and proper ingredients from local farmers.

The Country Victualler - Sharing a taste of home, one handcrafted meal at a time. 

In today's food landscape, provenance, sustainability, and transparency aren't just trends - they're non-negotiables.

Consumers are looking beyond the label.

They want to know where their food comes from, how it's made and who made it.

At The Country Victualler,  we proudly champion Nottinghamshire food -

not only because it tastes exceptional, but because it delivers everything modern customers care about:

local sourcing, consciousness and traceable quality.

The Power of Local: A Real Taste of Nottinghamshire

Supporting local Nottinghamshire producers is about more than community spirit - it's a smart, sustainable choice. When you choose local:

* You reduce food miles, cutting carbon emissions

* You support artisan producers and traditional techniques

* You invest in the local economy

From our signature county, Nottinghamshire, award-winning sausages made with Southwell Bramley apples to our commitment to nose-to-tail butchery, we make food that tells a story - and that story matters to your customers.

Local Food with a Transparent Supply Chain

Today's consumer demands authenticity. They want honest food with traceable origins - and that's where local sourcing shines. Unlike mass-market suppliers, our short, transparent supply chains allow us to guarantee:

* Ingredient traceability

* Ethical sourcing

* Quality British produce from known farms and producers

Our commitment to local provenance means your customers get more than a meal - they get a meaningful connection to the food they eat.

Helping Food Businesses Meet Modern Demands

If you're in the food industry, you know the pressure. Whether you're a retailer, caterer, deli or farm shop, you're expected to deliver:

* Sustainable and eco-friendly food options

* Allergen-safe, Natasha's law-compliant labelling

* Retail-ready, small-batch artisan products

* Local and traceable provenance

We offer tailored wholesale, white label and our own-labelled solutions that make it easier for your business to meet these expectations without sacrificing authenticity or quality.

Food That Builds Community

Food isn't just fuel. It's culture, identity and community. By choosing to stock and serve Nottinghamshire produce, you're not only cutting down the carbon footprint, you're:

* Preserving local food heritage

* Supporting family-run farms and producers

* Giving your customers a real story behind every bite

With over 40 years experience in artisan food production, we've seen how resilient, innovative and inspiring the Nottinghamshire food scene can be - and we're proud to be a part of it.

Join the local Movement

Ready to give your customers something to connect with?

Whether you need award-winning British pies, premium cooked meats, or custom-label products, we're here to help you champion and grow your business sustainably.

*Partner with The Country Victualler - where Nottinghamshire food traditions meet modern values.

* Call us: 01777 874700

* Email: sales@thecountryvictuller.co.uk

* learn more: https://thecountryvictualler.co.uk/

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