This simple recipe creates the perfect addition for the frontline of your fridge and can add a kick to a range of different dishes. Experiment with what vegetables you add over and above the chilli and garlic and see what flavours work for you - or what needs saving! The length of time needed for the ferment can be longer if the room temperature is colder.

This recipe is great for using up soft fruit past its best, but not when it’s gone so far that it has reached the mouldy stage! This fruit jam is more like a compote than a normal jam and needs to be eaten within a few days. It's quick to make and is lovely served with scones, on toast, mixed into yogurt or spooned onto ice cream.

This tasty side dish or snack is a great way to use up potatoes.

Impress your friends with this easier-than-it-looks class act dessert from top chef Tom Kitchin.

An exotic winter warmer, this tagine is a fabulous twist for festive leftovers.

Pretty much any leftover veggies can be added to this curry, and it's also great for reheating for lunch the next day.

Italian-style breadcrumbs, flavoured with herbs, garlic and lemon zest. Use generously to add a dash of texture and a pop of flavour to anything from pasta, soups, risotto and salads. Just sprinkle a good helping on top.

Often served with gravy, this traditional Dutch recipe is now our firm favourite when it comes to rustling up dinner using only one pot.

Here is a twist on a lasagne recipe using smoked fish and a creamed sweetcorn sauce. A delicious meal for two that is perfect for a night in.

This delicious recipe can be made using any type of leftover mashed root vegetable, and if you don't have any chives, try using a mixture of finely chopped onions and leeks.