Clever ways to use up leftovers

From forgotten veg in the fridge to extra roast dinner helpings, we all have leftovers, but it's what you do with them that counts! We've clever ideas to transform your leftover meat and veg into exciting meals, plus recipes featuring the foods that we tend to throw away most often such as bread and milk. Need more ideas? We can help you reduce food waste with batch-cooking recipes, freezer tips and lots more.

Leftover chicken recipes

Leftover roast chicken is a versatile and protein-rich addition to so many meals, from lunchtime salads and soups, to something more substantial for dinner – our chicken nachos are a winner! You can browse lots more chicken recipes for further inspiration.

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Leftover lamb recipes

Leftover roast lamb is a hero ingredient all year round, not just at Easter! From ramen and pasta bakes to hash and flatbreads, be inspired by our selection of mouthwatering leftover lamb recipes, then explore more ways to use leftover lamb.

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Leftover vegetable recipes

Those unloved veggies you have at the back of the fridge or larder can make the best meals! From seasonal pumpkin to leftover roasties, our recipes focus on exciting flavours and simple cooking skills. Bag of leftover carrots? Take a look at our ways to use up leftover carrots for lots of ideas.

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Leftover fruit recipes

Squishy fruit doesn't need to go in the food waste! Take a look at our creative ideas, from energising smoothies to plant-based banana bread. If you have some apples past their crunchy best, try one of our super-sweet ways to use up apples.

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Leftover turkey recipes

We think these super-tasty ideas using leftover turkey are so good, you'll be roasting up a turkey all year round! From quick, creative lunches to crowd-pleasing dinners, there's a recipe for every moment.

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Leftover pork recipes

So succulent and flavoursome, roast pork is a favourite when it comes to inventive ideas with leftovers. We've hearty mains, fast fakeaways and fresh salads and sandwiches for lunchtime inspo – take a closer look with recipes for using up leftover pork.

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Leftover milk recipes

Milk is the third most thrown away food in our homes, so we've rounded up some classic recipes to make the most of this versatile staple. From mash and gratin to bread sauce and rice pudding, milk adds a delicious creaminess to so many dishes. Explore our ways to use up leftover milk for more ideas.

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Leftover beef recipes

Explore cuisines from around the world with our adventurous leftover beef recipes, from hearty pies to fragrant curries, all featuring flavoursome roast beef.

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Leftover bread recipes

There's no need to throw away your stale crusts with these lovely leftover bread recipes. Bake some pesto croutons, add a twist to classic treacle tart, or create a crunchy, garlicky breadcrumb topping for pasta. Check out ways to use up leftover bread for easy inspiration.

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Leftover salmon recipes

Fresh salmon fillets or smoked salmon odds and ends – whatever leftover salmon you have, we can guarantee a delicious idea to match! Our salmon fishcakes are a particular favourite, great for using up leftover veg too and family-friendly.

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More ideas with leftovers

The possibilities with leftovers are endless, so here's a taster of what you can create, from wholesome breakfasts to hearty family meals and puddings.

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Leftover Christmas recipes

Christmas leftovers are often the highlight of festive feasting, so keep Christmas cheer high and food waste low with these mouthwatering mains and bites. You can look through lots more easy ways to use up your Christmas leftovers.

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