Foods and recipes
- Type: RecipesVegetarianEasyUse up milkOne pot mealsMeals for freezing
This classic soup recipe was put together by our partner, Chefs @ School, to get pupils thinking about food and how to save it from the bin. Would you try it with your wee ones?
Cook time: 30-45 minutes - Type: RecipesVegetarianVeganEgg freeDairy freeEasyLeftover vegCook with kids
We caught up with Ruth from The Edinburgh Fermentarium to get her top tips on fermenting this classic cabbage concoction – sauerkraut.
Cook time: 20-30 minutes - Type: RecipesVegetarianEasyLeftover fruitCook with kidsUse up milk
These muffins are ideal for using up ripe bananas. You could also use other fruits that need using up, such as apples, cranberries, oranges, pears or even some tinned fruit!
Cook time: 20-30 minutes - Type: RecipesVegetarianNut freeIntermediateMeals for freezingLeftover veg
This delicious recipe can be made using any type of leftover mashed root vegetable, and if you don't have any chives, try using a mixture of finely chopped onions and leeks.
Cook time: 30-45 minutes - Type: RecipesVegetarianEgg freeEasyCook with kidsLeftover fruit
This easy to make fridge cake is a great way to use up leftover chocolate Easter eggs, and makes a wonderful afternoon treat!
Cook time: 10-20 minutes - Type: RecipesVegetarianEasyLeftover vegMeals for freezingOne pot meals
This classic soup recipe was put together by Chefs @ School to get pupils thinking about food and how to save it from the bin. Would you try it with your wee ones?
Cook time: 30-45 minutes - Type: RecipesVegetarianEasyLeftover vegOne pot mealsMeals for freezingChristmas
A delicious zero waste brunch, which uses the whole potato, parsnip, broccoli, spring onion and herbs (stalks, peels and all). Or swap out for any leftover veggies you have at home!
Cook time: 1 hour+ - Type: RecipesVegetarianEasyCook with kidsMeals for freezing
An easy, deliciously chocolatey way to save that leftover Christmas pudding from the bin by Scotland's National Chef, Gary Maclean.
Cook time: 30-45 minutes - Type: RecipesVegetarianEasyCook with kidsLeftover fruit
Making Banana Bread is a popular way to use up leftover bananas, but if you've also got half a jar of peanut butter in the cupboard you can take this classic bake to the next level!
Cook time: 45-60 minutes - Type: RecipesVegetarianEasyCook with kidsLeftover vegOne pot meals
Make the most of your potatoes and create this amazing Patatas Bravas with a UK twist dish invented by Albert Bartlett.
Cook time: 30-45 minutes