Before the Shift
Smoky Black Bean and Sweet Potato Hash
This hash is a proper meal before heading out: cubes of sweet potato with browned edges, black beans, sweet red pepper and a bright squeeze of lime.
75 complete recipes
Night Shift Kitchen
Meals Before Work, Through the Night and After Sunrise
A meal at two in the morning still deserves some care. Night Shift Kitchen gathers 75 recipes for people whose working hours fall outside the usual dinner routine: a proper meal before leaving, something dependable in a lunch bag, a small bite during a break and a simple plate after coming home.
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Before the Shift
Chicken, Cabbage and Miso Noodle Skillet
Miso, ginger and a little peanut butter make a savory coating for this chicken-and-cabbage noodle skillet.
Before the Shift
Harissa Cod and Chickpea Tray
A small tray of chickpeas and cherry tomatoes becomes a substantial base for cod, with harissa providing both color and a clear flavor direction.
Before the Shift
Spinach and Chickpea Tomato Shakshuka
Chickpeas give this tomato-and-egg skillet enough substance to stand as dinner.
Before the Shift
Pork, Green Bean and Basil Stir-Fry
Ground pork is useful when there is no time to slice meat into neat strips.
Before the Shift
Turkey, Apricot and Green Olive Skillet with Couscous
A small handful of dried apricots turns a quick turkey skillet into a meal with a sweet, sharp sauce.
Before the Shift
Fennel, Orange and Shrimp over Soft Polenta
Soft polenta makes a calm, warm base for a bright skillet of shrimp and fennel.
Before the Shift
Crisp Tempeh with Broccoli and Tamarind Bulgur
Browned tempeh, tender broccoli and a thin tamarind glaze make a full bowl with a distinctly tangy edge.
Cold Meals for a Break
Za’atar Freekeh with Zucchini and Chickpeas
Freekeh has a pleasant chew and a gently smoky flavor that works well in a cold break-time meal.
Cold Meals for a Break
Cold Soba with Edamame and Sesame-Citrus Dressing
These cold soba noodles are dressed with orange, rice vinegar and toasted sesame oil, giving them a bright coating rather than a heavy sauce.
Cold Meals for a Break
Turkey and Pickled Cabbage Rye Rolls
A quick refrigerator pickle gives these turkey rolls a sharp, crunchy layer that keeps the filling from tasting flat.
Cold Meals for a Break
Charred Corn, Avocado and Lime Bulgur
Charred corn, bulgur and avocado make a cold meal with several distinct textures: chewy grain, juicy kernels and soft pieces of ripe avocado.
Cold Meals for a Break
Peanut-Crunch Rice Noodle Salad with Baked Tofu
Baked tofu gives this rice noodle salad a firm, savory component that can sit alongside crisp cabbage and carrot without falling apart.
Cold Meals for a Break
Roasted Cauliflower, Egg and Dill Potato Salad
Roasting the cauliflower gives this potato salad browned edges and a nutty flavor that a boiled vegetable cannot supply.
Cold Meals for a Break
Herby Lentil and Roasted Pepper Pita Pockets
Pita pockets carry a lentil salad neatly when the filling is moist enough to hold together but dry enough to stay inside the bread.
A Hot Meal to Carry
Ginger Chicken and Rice Soup
Fresh ginger gives this clear chicken-and-rice soup a clean, direct flavor.
A Hot Meal to Carry
Black-Eyed Pea and Tomato Thermos Stew
Canned black-eyed peas make a quick tomato stew with a distinctive soft texture and a little bite from the skins.
A Hot Meal to Carry
Beef, Mushroom and Pearl Barley Pot
This is a day-off pot rather than a meal to rush between getting dressed and leaving.
A Hot Meal to Carry
Red Lentil, Spinach and Lemon Dal
Red lentils collapse into a thick dal without needing a blender, making them useful for a meal that is easy to portion and reheat.
A Hot Meal to Carry
Smoked Paprika Turkey Chili
Ground turkey, black beans and sweetcorn make a chili with a lighter texture than a dense beef-and-lentil pot.
A Hot Meal to Carry
Chicken, Mushroom and Egg-Ribbon Noodle Soup
A chicken noodle soup becomes something different when beaten egg is drawn through the hot broth in fine ribbons.
A Hot Meal to Carry
Tomato Bulgur Soup with Tiny Beef Meatballs
Tiny meatballs make a tomato soup feel like a complete supper without requiring a knife or a second container.
A Hot Meal to Carry
Sweet Potato, Kale and Chorizo Soup
A little fully cooked chorizo seasons a whole pot of sweet potato, beans and kale.
Small-Hours Savory Bites
Cheddar, Pickle and Oat Savory Muffins
Cheddar, dill pickle and oats make these muffins feel more like a savory break-time bite than a sweet bakery snack.
Small-Hours Savory Bites
Crisp Chickpea and Rosemary Snack Mix
Chickpeas roasted with rosemary become a savory snack with crisp edges and a tender center.
Small-Hours Savory Bites
Spinach and Sesame Rice Balls
Short-grain rice holds these spinach-and-sesame balls together without a sauce or pastry.
Small-Hours Savory Bites
Carrot Hummus and Seeded Flatbread Fingers
Roasted carrot gives hummus a sweet, earthy color while chickpeas and tahini keep it firmly savory.
Small-Hours Savory Bites
Curried Potato Mini Pasties
These small pasties combine cooked potato and peas with curry spices in a shortcrust shell.
Small-Hours Savory Bites
Roasted Pepper and Feta Cornmeal Wedges
These savory wedges sit between a soft cornbread and a sturdy snack cake.
Small-Hours Savory Bites
Crisp Sesame Nori Crackers
Thin, uneven crackers are a satisfying change from another sweet bar at a late break.
After Sunrise
Tomato and Cheddar Breakfast Strata for Two
A small bread-and-egg bake makes a calm meal at home after a shift.
After Sunrise
Warm Banana-Tahini Millet
Millet makes a gently textured breakfast bowl with more distinct grains than a completely smooth porridge.
After Sunrise
Potato, Pea and Mint Breakfast Cakes
Cooked potato and peas become four crisp breakfast cakes, with mint bringing a fresh note to the soft center.
After Sunrise
Mushrooms on Mustard Cream Toast
Browned mushrooms on toast make a warm, savory meal with little preparation.
After Sunrise
Orange-Date Overnight Oats
Orange zest and chopped dates give these overnight oats their character.
After Sunrise
Ginger Pear and Buckwheat Pancakes
Buckwheat gives these pancakes a nutty flavor that suits small pieces of sweet pear and fresh ginger.
After Sunrise
Potato Waffles with Chive Cottage Cheese
A waffle iron gives grated potato crisp ridges without standing over a pan turning small cakes.
After Sunrise
Skillet Apple and Cheddar Breakfast Quesadillas
Apple and sharp cheddar make a breakfast with a little sweetness and a definite savory edge.
Cook Once on a Day Off
Shredded Citrus Chicken with Three Serving Options
Citrus-braised chicken is a useful meal-prep foundation because it has a clear flavor without committing every portion to the same finished dish.
Cook Once on a Day Off
Roasted Root Vegetable and Lentil Bake
Roasted carrots, parsnips and potatoes sit over a tomato-and-lentil base in this practical day-off bake.
Cook Once on a Day Off
Black Bean and Sweetcorn Enchilada Squares
Layering corn tortillas is a straightforward alternative to filling and rolling a whole tray of enchiladas.
Cook Once on a Day Off
Beef and Aubergine Pasta Bake
Aubergine adds a soft, savory layer to a beef-and-tomato pasta bake without needing a separate bechamel sauce.
Cook Once on a Day Off
Spinach and Lentil Freezer Patties
Canned green lentils and well-squeezed spinach make savory patties that can be cooked, cooled and frozen in useful portions.
Cook Once on a Day Off
Pork and Red Cabbage Cider Braise
This is a day-off pot that turns a modest amount of active work into several properly portioned dinners.
Cook Once on a Day Off
Spinach, Ricotta and Semolina Oven Dumplings
These oven dumplings begin as a thick semolina mixture, spread into a tray to set and cut into small rectangles.
One Pan, Less Washing Up
Cajun Shrimp and Pepper Skillet
Shrimp and peppers cook quickly enough for a meal before leaving, with paprika, thyme and a little cayenne giving the skillet a clear Cajun-inspired seasoning.
One Pan, Less Washing Up
Chicken, White Bean and Tomato Orzo
Chicken, white beans and orzo cook into a moist tomato skillet that is easy to portion.
One Pan, Less Washing Up
Crisp Potato and Smoked Tofu Hash
Smoked tofu gives a potato hash a firm, savory element without needing a separate sauce.
One Pan, Less Washing Up
Gochujang Beef and Cabbage Noodles
Gochujang makes a rounded chile coating for beef and cabbage noodles, with vinegar adding brightness and a little sugar balancing the paste.
One Pan, Less Washing Up
Creamy Mustard Mushroom Gnocchi
Mushrooms, mustard and a little cream turn skillet gnocchi into a small comforting supper.
One Pan, Less Washing Up
Pan-Steamed Mussels with Tomato and White Beans
Mussels make a quick meal feel like something worth sitting down for.
One Pan, Less Washing Up
Crisp Skillet Pierogi with Sauerkraut and Caraway
Bought potato-and-cheese pierogi become a complete savory skillet with onion and a tangle of sauerkraut.
One Pan, Less Washing Up
Sausage, Broccoli Rabe and Giant Couscous
Giant couscous cooks like a small pasta and gives this one-pan supper a pleasantly chewy base.
Plant-Forward Shift Suppers
Aubergine and Peanut Tomato Stew
Aubergine softens into a rich tomato-and-peanut stew, with chickpeas giving the bowl more substance.
Plant-Forward Shift Suppers
Beetroot, Walnut and Butter Bean Patties
Beetroot, walnuts and butter beans make deep-colored patties with a soft center and a lightly baked crust.
Plant-Forward Shift Suppers
Mushroom Walnut Bolognese
Finely chopped mushrooms and walnuts give this tomato sauce a pleasantly uneven texture.
Plant-Forward Shift Suppers
Crisp Butter Beans with Broccoli and Lemon
Butter beans can take on golden edges in a skillet if they are drained and dried carefully.
Plant-Forward Shift Suppers
Sesame Tofu and Brown Rice Bake
Brown rice and roasted tofu make a sesame-soy bake with carrot and pepper.
Plant-Forward Shift Suppers
Roasted Cauliflower Wedges with Warm Chickpea Relish
Large roasted cauliflower wedges give this supper a substantial shape, with dark edges and a tender center.
Plant-Forward Shift Suppers
Mushroom and Sunflower Seed Stuffed Peppers
Mushrooms, lentils and sunflower seeds make a savory stuffing that is chunky rather than a smooth meat substitute.
Something Sweet for a Break
Apricot and Pumpkin Seed Oat Bars
Dried apricots and pumpkin seeds give these oat bars a chewy center and a little crunch.
Something Sweet for a Break
Coffee Walnut Biscuit Squares
These chilled biscuit squares have a cocoa-and-coffee base with chopped walnuts for texture.
Something Sweet for a Break
Cocoa and Orange Date Truffles
Dates bind cocoa and ground almonds into small truffles without baking.
Something Sweet for a Break
Plum and Ginger Crumble Pots
Plums and fresh ginger make a sharp, fragrant filling beneath a small oat crumble.
Something Sweet for a Break
Raspberry Ricotta Breakfast Loaf
Raspberries and ricotta make a small, tender loaf with a gently tangy crumb.
Something Sweet for a Break
Black Sesame Shortbread Coins
Black sesame gives a familiar butter biscuit a deeper, toasted flavor and a speckled gray-gold crumb.
Something Sweet for a Break
Lemon Yogurt Jelly Cups with Peaches
A lightly set yogurt cup makes a cool, spoonable finish to a packed meal.
Something Sweet for a Break
Rye, Dark Chocolate and Cherry Cookies
Rye flour gives these cookies a warm, earthy background for dark chocolate and small pieces of dried cherry.
Cupboard Rescue Meals
Tomato Sardine and Caper Pasta
A tin of sardines becomes a proper pasta supper when its oil, capers and tomatoes are treated as a sauce rather than a topping.
Cupboard Rescue Meals
Chickpea and Spinach Peanut Noodles
Peanut butter turns a few cupboard ingredients into a cohesive noodle sauce.
Cupboard Rescue Meals
Coconut Butter Bean Soup
Butter beans have a creamy center that suits a coconut soup without needing a blender.
Cupboard Rescue Meals
Tinned Salmon and Potato Cakes
Tinned salmon and mashed potato make compact cakes with crisp edges and a tender center.
Cupboard Rescue Meals
Pea and Egg Couscous
Couscous, frozen peas and eggs make a quick meal with very little washing up.
Cupboard Rescue Meals
Tomato and Bean Skillet with Cheddar Dumplings
A can of tomatoes and a can of white beans become a full skillet supper under small steamed cheddar dumplings.
Cupboard Rescue Meals
Savory Mackerel Oats with Peas and Horseradish
Oats can make a savory bowl as readily as a sweet breakfast.
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