Foods and recipes
- 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: RecipesEgg freeMeatEasyOne pot mealsUse up breadChristmas
This is a really quick and tasty Boxing Day treat which uses up leftover turkey, and can be served with any leftover green veg. Make sure you have some crusty bread for dipping in the sauce too!
Cook time: 30-45 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: FoodsVeganVegetarianLeftover veg
Aubergines are part of the same family as bell peppers, tomatoes and potatoes. They are great in currys, grilled on BBQs and baked to make delicious meals.
- 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 + - Type: RecipesVegetarianEasyLeftover veg
Lettuce that has gone limp can still be put to use, and it is magically transformed in this rich, sophisticated soup.
Cook time: 30-45 minutes - Type: RecipesVegetarianDairy freeIntermediateUse up bread
In this case, made with leftover wild mushroom risotto and stale end slices of a white loaf of bread. Crunchy on the outside with a hit of rosemary and gooey mushroomy and cheesy goodness on the inside. Boom!
Cook time: 20-30 minutes