Foods and recipes
- Type: RecipesVegetarianIntermediateLeftover fruit
Meringues might sound scary, but they’re actually incredibly simple. Using only two ingredients, you can create these cloud-like confections in less than an hour!
Cook time: 45-60 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: RecipesMeatIntermediate
A delicious spicy warming sweet and sour fruit mince pie, a great way to use up meat and leftover vegetables.
Cook time: 10-20 minutes - Type: RecipesVegetarianIntermediateLeftover vegChristmas
A great dish for making the most of any spare spuds lurking in your cupboards. Traditionally potato babka would be eaten as a side dish but it could easily be used as a tasty vegetarian main.
Cook time: 30-45 minutes - Type: RecipesMeatIntermediate
This fantastic dish makes the best of leftover roast lamb, taking its inspiration from Greek cuisine aromatic flavours.
Cook time: 1 hour + - Type: RecipesMeatIntermediateMeals for freezingOne pot meals
A great tasty recipe to use up leftover lamb with the addition of a few simple ingredients.
Cook time: 20-30 minutes - Type: RecipesVeganVegetarianEgg freeGluten freeDairy freeNut freeIntermediateLeftover veg
This simple recipe creates the perfect addition for the frontline of your fridge and can add a kick to a range of different dishes. Experiment with what vegetables you add over and above the chilli and garlic and see what flavours work for you - or what needs saving! The length of time needed for the ferment can be longer if the room temperature is colder.
Cook time: 10-20 minutes - Type: RecipesVegetarianIntermediateLeftover veg
Transform your leftovers with this quesadilla recipe. They will make a great lunch, dinner or snack, and only take minutes to put together. The recipe uses spare bits of veg from the fridge but anything goes, be creative!
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: RecipesMeatIntermediateChristmas
Three great topping ideas to use up any leftover ready cooked potatoes that you have.
Cook time: 20-30 minutes