Herby chicken & butter bean soup

This rustic, chunky soup uses up leftover roast chicken and is packed with flavour from fresh rosemary, sage and thyme

Brie, ham & fig jam toastie

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

This speedy comforting snack has everything you want from a sandwich – melty cheese, salty ham and a touch of sweet fruit

Ice cream bombe

Use up leftover fruitcake or Christmas pudding in this ice cream basin bombe with dark rum, raisins and caramel sauce

Italian chicken bake

Use up leftover roast chicken in this tomato bake with mozzarella cheese and crispy breadcrumb topping

Smoked salmon rice salad

Have some leftover smoked fish on your hands? Create this light and fresh Asian-style salad with a chilli and sesame dressing

Christmas pizza

Use up leftover roast turkey and sausagemeat stuffing in this new spin on an Italian classic

Turkey curry

Go classic with your turkey leftovers and whip up this healthy spice-filled stew with peppers and tomatoes

Salmon & cucumber twists

Get creative with your canapés. These fresh and light smoked fish bites are easy to make and even easier to eat

Fire engine cake

Stun a crowd and get creative with this themed celebration cake – details include a chocolate ladder, icing water splash and toy firemen

Leek & tomato eggy bread bake

Use up leftover white bread in this cheesy bake with leeks and tomatoes- it’s great served with ketchup

Chicken & egg-fried rice

This thrifty Asian-inspired one pot uses up leftover rice and chicken, plus it contains child-friendly mild spice and plenty of vegetables

Beef noodle salad with stem ginger dressing

Mix leftover roast beef with noodles, peanuts, sugar snap peas and radishes for this zingy cold salad