Clever ways to use up leftovers

We've all been there: half a pack of veg in the fridge, leftover roasties or bread that's seen better days. The good news? There's loads you can do with them. These clever recipes turn everyday leftovers into meals worth getting excited about, helping you save money, cut waste and make the most of what you've already got. 

 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.

 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.

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.

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.

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 crowdpleasing dinners, there's a recipe for every moment.

 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 for lunchtime inspo – take a closer look with these recipes for using up leftover pork.

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.