A bit of leftover naan, ciabatta, baguette or flatbread is the perfect vehicle for using up all sorts of odds and ends in the fridge. Stick it under the grill and hey presto: homemade ‘pizza’
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How to pickle peaches – recipe
Pickled peach is wonderful on a green salad or with cheese. It’s also a thrifty way to preserve a summer’s favourite stone fruit
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How to turn surplus summer veg into an easy ferment – recipe
That's not how you peel a banana: kitchen hacks that will up your fruit and veg game – video
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Don’t throw away that tinned fish oil! Use it in this tasty dressing – recipe
June 2024
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How to make the most of under- or overripe strawberries – recipe
Roast mushy or under-ripe strawberries with a few sweeteners and aromatics to add depth, and turn an inedible bowlful into something quite remarkable
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Why stale bread is your secret salad weapon – recipe
Soak stale bread in a tomatoey dressing, add red onion and fresh tomato, season at will and, hey presto, you have a panzanella
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How to turn the dregs of a tahini jar into a delectable dressing – recipe
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How to turn leftover boiled potatoes into a Portuguese classic – recipe
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How to turn leftover fruit into a multi-coloured sweet treat
May 2024
Revealed: how ‘convenient’ recipe boxes really measure up on price
Our survey shows that buying ingredients separately for the meal kits offered by the leading suppliers can save up to 74%,
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How to turn leftover cooked sausage into a one-pot wonder – recipe
What to do with a leftover barbecued sausage? Add broccoli and beans for a quick and easy midweek meal
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How to turn cooked bacon fat into a delicious sweet treat – recipe
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How to turn tough asparagus ends and herb stalks into a vibrant salad dressing
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How to make a fridge-raid dinner salad – recipe
April 2024
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Make a hash of it: how to make the most of beetroot leaves – recipe
Beetroot leaves are nutritious, thrifty and work brilliantly mixed into a hash with other leftover vegetables. Just top with a fried egg and away you go …
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How to turn leftover roast chicken and old tortillas into chicken tinga tostadas – recipe
Wake up tired tortillas and leftover chicken by adding your favourite Mexican-inspired toppings to create the classic Mexican ‘toastie’
How to store half a lemon – and 17 other ways to keep leftover food fresh
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How to turn stale bread into vegetarian ‘meatballs’ – recipe
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How to turn brown bananas into a delicious curd – recipe
