Easy pesto, cheese & pea tart

Avoid food waste and rustle up this quiche-like tart as a great way to use up the end of that jar of pesto you have in the fridge

Calming green soup

Pack in the veg with this healthy soup. Top with a drizzle of yogurt, some mint leaves and black pepper. It’s great reheated for lunch if you have leftovers

Turkey & leek pie

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

Make the most of Christmas turkey leftovers in this comforting pie, using ready-rolled pastry if you prefer. Serve with cranberry sauce, gravy and stuffing

Slow cooker turkey curry

Use up leftover Christmas turkey and make this slow cooker turkey curry. It uses up any roasted veg you may have leftover too – ideal for avoiding food waste

Easy leftover chicken curry

Make the most of leftover chicken in this easy, speedy curry with sugar snap peas. Finish with a sprinkling of chilli and coriander

Slow cooker pea & ham soup

Make the most of leftover Christmas ham with this simple pea and ham soup made in the slow cooker that uses just six ingredients. Enjoy with crusty bread

Chicken shawarma salad

Serve a bright salad to feed a crowd. It can also be made with leftover cold chicken, and is robust enough to transport without wilting – perfect for picnics

Easy coronation chicken

Make a classic coronation chicken filling to serve with jacket potatoes or in sandwiches and salads. It’s an excellent way to use up leftover chicken after a roast

Easy seafood chowder

Make this creamy seafood chowder for one using any leftovers you might have in the fridge or freezer. Garnish with parsley and serve with crusty bread

Fridge-raid soup

Make this soup recipe your own using up any bits and bobs you have. Make a tomatoey soup with leftover veg, then finish it with flavourful toppings