Recipes

Apple and berry compote

Shared by the Community Chef
This is an apple croustade, topped with sweet breadcrumbs. Continue Reading Apple and berry compote

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Apple fritters

Shared by Carmela Tomkins
A sweet treat for using up any leftover apples. Continue Reading Apple fritters

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Apple ratatouille

Shared by the Community Chef
Ratatouille is a good dish for using up the gluts of tomatoes, courgettes and onions. Continue Reading Apple ratatouille

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Banana cake

Shared by Carmela Tomkins
When you find your bananas going past their best, why not use them to make this delicious banana cake? Continue Reading Banana cake

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Banana milkshake

Shared by Andrew Maxwell, Tante Marie Restaurant
A recipe which uses up bananas that are just starting to turn. Continue Reading Banana milkshake

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Banana pancakes

Shared by BBC Good Food
Use up bananas which may be past their best to make this quick and tasty breakfast. Continue Reading Banana pancakes

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Bananas in coconut milk

Shared by the Community Chef
Bananas in coconut milk Continue Reading Bananas in coconut milk

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Basic chicken or turkey stock

Shared by Love Food Hate Waste Making stock from the leftover bones from a roast means you always have a good base for soups, risottos and gravies. Continue Reading Basic chicken or turkey stock

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Basic vegetable stock

Shared by Love Food Hate Waste
This inexpensive but quick and tasty stock is made from uncooked vegetables nearing their best. Continue Reading Basic vegetable stock

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Berry bircher

Shared by BBC Good Food
Use up your leftover yoghurt and porridge oats to make this quick and simple breakfast. Continue Reading Berry bircher

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Bread and butter pudding

Shared by Carmela Tomkins
A traditional and tasty way to use up leftover or slightly stale bread. Continue Reading Bread and butter pudding

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Bubble and squeak

Shared by Anthea Turner
A quick and easy recipe using up leftovers from roast dinners. Continue Reading Bubble and squeak

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Cheese and onion pie

Shared by All Recipes
This perfect pie is a light cheesy cross between a pie and a soufflé. Continue Reading Cheese and onion pie

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Cheeseboard pasta bake

Shared by BBC Good Food
Use up all your leftover cheese with this simple but extremely satisfying meal. Continue Reading Cheeseboard pasta bake

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Cheesy chicken crispbakes

Shared by Good Housekeeping
These rosti-like bakes are great for using up leftover cooked meat, vegetables and cheese. Continue Reading Cheesy chicken crispbakes

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Chocolate, orange and mince pie brownies

Recipe by Love Food Hate Waste
Too many mince pies? Try out this tasty brownie recipe and use up your leftovers. Continue Reading Chocolate, orange and mince pie brownies

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Chow mein

Shared by the Community Chef
Chow mein is fried noodles with vegetables, meat or eggs. You can use fresh and leftover vegetables. Continue Reading Chow mein

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Couscous salad

Shared by Carmela Tomkins
Great for using up any half eaten jars of pesto and olives, often found lingering in the fridge. Continue Reading Couscous salad

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Croutons

Shared by Love Food Hate Waste
Great for salads or soups Continue Reading Croutons

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Easy amaretti apples

Shared by Carmela Tomkins
Great for using up apples that may have gone slightly wrinkly in the fruit bowl! Continue Reading Easy amaretti apples

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Eve’s pudding

Shared by the Community Chef
Very quick to make and perfect for using up the gluts of apples, pears or plums. Continue Reading Eve’s pudding

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Fish cakes

Shared by the Community Chef
This is a simple formula for using up leftover fresh, tinned or smoked fish. Continue Reading Fish cakes

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French bread pizzas

Shared by Carmela Tomkins
Any leftovers can be thrown on to make this treat for the kids - perfect for any occasion and changed to suit their taste. Continue Reading French bread pizzas

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Frozen blackberry yoghurt

Shared by BBC Good Food
Create this delicious dessert using up left over yoghurt and berries Continue Reading Frozen blackberry yoghurt

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Fruit ripple

Shared by Carmela Tomkins
This tasty recipe is fantastic for using up any fruit that is going past its best. Continue Reading Fruit ripple

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Gold medal salad

Shared by Kate Staples
Leftover salad contributes to this tasty recipe. Continue Reading Gold medal salad

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Lentil and vegetable soup

Shared by Greening Godalming
Nutritious, full of flavour and a great way to use up leftover vegetables. Continue Reading Lentil and vegetable soup

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Lettuce and potato soup

Shared by Carmela Tomkins
A traditional soup, great for using up lingering lettuce or potatoes. Continue Reading Lettuce and potato soup

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Minestrone soup

Shared by the Community Chef
This staple Italian favourite is a hearty vegetable soup which is enriched with pasta, grains or beans. Continue Reading Minestrone soup

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Mixed bruschetta

Shared by Carmela Tomkins
A great way of using up items from your fridge, such as cheeses, cooked meats, tomatoes or beans. Continue Reading Mixed bruschetta

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Mushroom rarebit

Shared by the Community Chef
Cheese on toast with attitude Continue Reading Mushroom rarebit

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Paneer

Shared by the Community Chef
This is an Indian curd cheese which is traditionally used in curries and sweet dishes. Continue Reading Paneer

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Parsnip and apple soup

Shared by Greening Godalming
A lovely soup for winter and a great way to use up cooking apples. Continue Reading Parsnip and apple soup

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Potato peel crisps

Shared by Frances Black
A great way to use up leftover potato peelings, making them a tasty zero-waste snack. Continue Reading Potato peel crisps

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Prawn curry

Shared by the Community Chef
A Thai-style prawn curry which uses up leftover vegetables. Continue Reading Prawn curry

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Pumpkin Pie

Shared by Antony Worrall Thompson, from the BBC Good Food website.
A delicious recipe to avoid wasting your pumpkin flesh. Continue Reading Pumpkin Pie

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Ratatouille

Shared by the Community Chef
a good dish for using up the gluts of tomatoes, courgettes and onions. Continue Reading Ratatouille

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Risotto

Shared by Carmela Tomkins
An ideal way to use up vegetables or leftover chicken or frozen prawns. Continue Reading Risotto

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Roasted vegetables

Shared by Carmela Tomkins
Any vegetables in your fridge that are getting a bit soft would work well in this recipe. It’s good as a lunch or as an accompaniment to your main meal. Continue Reading Roasted vegetables

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Rustic bean soup

Shared by Carmela Tomkins
A lovely, warm winter soup. Continue Reading Rustic bean soup

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Simple muffins

Shared by Carmela Tomkins
Use up wrinkled fruit with this easy and healthy treat. Continue Reading Simple muffins

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Simple smoothie

Shared by Carmela Tomkins
Turn any old fruits, yogurts and juices you have into a healthy and delicious drink Continue Reading Simple smoothie

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South African meatballs

Shared by the Community Chef
These meatballs are usually made with leftover lamb, beef or pork. Continue Reading South African meatballs

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Spicy beef chow mein

Shared by the Community Chef
Chow mein is one of the world’s most popular dishes. You can use fresh and leftover vegetables. Continue Reading Spicy beef chow mein

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Spinach and feta pie

Shared by the Community Chef
This traditional Greek pie is made with spinach and feta cheese wrapped in Filo pastry. Continue Reading Spinach and feta pie

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Spinach soup

Shared by Carmela Tomkins
A great recipe for using up those wrinkly potatoes and spinach. Continue Reading Spinach soup

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Strawberry and cream ice pops

Shared by Love Food Hate Waste
Treat yourself with this guilt-free dessert. It’s perfect for using up leftover yoghurt and strawberries. Continue Reading Strawberry and cream ice pops

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Tagliatelle

Shared by Carmela Tomkins
A great way to use up meat like chicken or turkey, which has been leftover from a roast dinner. Continue Reading Tagliatelle

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Teriyaki chicken or turkey

Shared by the Community Chef
This recipe a good way of reviving and re-presenting leftover turkey or chicken. Continue Reading Teriyaki chicken or turkey

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Turkey, gammon and sprout pie

Recipe by Waitrose
This recipe is the perfect way to use up leftover turkey, gammon and vegetables. Continue Reading Turkey, gammon and sprout pie

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Turkey, ham and leek pie

Shared by Love Food Hate Waste
A traditional turkey or chicken pie contains lots of vegetables and is the perfect ‘use up’ dish. Continue Reading Turkey, ham and leek pie

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Turkey, stuffing and cranberry Chelsea buns

Recipe by BBC Food
Get creative with this Chelsea bun recipe and use up your leftover turkey, stuffing and cranberry sauce. Continue Reading Turkey, stuffing and cranberry Chelsea buns

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Vegetable frittata

Shared by Carmela Tomkins
This is a very good recipe for using up veggies in the fridge. It's great served cold and cut into wedges for packed lunches or served warm with green salad. Continue Reading Vegetable frittata

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Vegetable soup

Shared by Carmela Tomkins
A great way to use up leftover veggies and pasta. Continue Reading Vegetable soup

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Yoghurt

Shared by the Community Chef
Homemade yoghurt tastes delicious and has no added preservatives, sugar or chemicals. Continue Reading Yoghurt

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