Foods and recipes
- Type: RecipesVegetarianEasyLeftover vegOne pot mealsMeals for freezingCook with kidsUse up milk
If you want another idea for using up leftover cream, this one's quick and simple. If you don't have quite enough cream, then crème fraiche or whole milk can be used to top up to what you need.
Cook time: 20-30 minutes - Type: RecipesVegetarianIntermediateLeftover vegUse up bread
Most vegetables can be given a second life in this great recipe, perfect for a light lunch or supper.
Cook time: 45-60 minutes - Type: RecipesVegetarianIntermediateLeftover vegOne pot mealsMeals for freezing
A comforting and nutritious vegetarian dinner, oozing with a thick saucy vegetable filling and topped with crunchy potato.
Cook time: 45-60 minutes - Type: RecipesVegetarianEasyLeftover vegCook with kidsChristmas
This healthier version of nachos is a great way of using up root vegetables with Mexican dips and can be served as a snack or sharing starter when entertaining.
Cook time: 30-45 minutes - Type: RecipesVegetarianEasyCook with kidsUse up breadLeftover veg
This fast version of pizza is tasty, quick to make and versatile. You can use all sorts of ingredients and load it with lots of different toppings.
Cook time: 10-20 minutes - Type: RecipesVegetarianEasyLeftover fruit
These energy bars are great for using up any nuts or dried fruit you have in the back of your cupboard; desiccated coconut, chocolate chips, or anything else you fancy! For an easy vegan alternative, swap out the butter and honey for vegetable spread and maple syrup.
Cook time: 45-60 minutes - Type: RecipesVegetarianEasyCook with kidsUse up bread
If you’ve never tried this brunch favourite as a savoury dish, you’re missing out. It’s also a great way of using up stale bread – perfect for breakfast, lunch or dinner!
Cook time: 10 minutes - Type: RecipesVegetarianEgg freeNut freeIntermediateLeftover vegChristmas
If you have leftover cooked potatoes to use, from the fridge or freezer, why not try this delicious, simple recipe from Blas y Tir.
Cook time: 30-45 minutes - Type: RecipesVegetarianVeganEgg freeDairy freeNut freeEasyLeftover fruit
Grain-based salads are filling and nutritious, and work really well with fresh fruit, which adds colour, texture and taste.
Cook time: 20-30 minutes - Type: RecipesVegetarianEasyLeftover vegMeals for freezing
Michael and Savanah were winners of our Halloween-themed 'Don't Be Afraid of Your Leftovers' school competition in partnership with Scottish Business in the Community and Good Family Food.
Cook time: 1 hour +