My leftovers masterclass will show you the best ways to recreate excess food so you can save money and save waste.

Ask any chef and they’ll tell you the same thing – with a bit of creativity you can reinvent leftover ingredients quickly and easily into something truly delicious.

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How can I use leftovers to make soup?

One dish that’s crying out to be made from leftovers is soup. It’s easy, it’s quick, it’s delicious and it’s cheap. My tip will tell you how to combine different flavour combinations and get the most out of that leftover veg, meat and cheese.

How many ways can I use my leftover turkey?

Apart from the obligatory Boxing Day sandwich, why not try turkey pie or a fragrant turkey korma?

What’s the best way to use leftover ham?

Cold ham is delicious as part of a cold buffet, but you can do so much more with it too – try using it as a filling for vol-au-vents.

What can I do with my vegetables?

I don’t mind having lots of veg left, because I know it can be used in so many ways. From warming soups to the ultimate accompaniment to bacon and eggs – Bubble and Squeak.

How can I avoid throwing away uneaten fruit?

Freeze it. Chop it. Mash it. Just don’t bin it. Leftover fruit has so many uses, from an ingredient in cakes, crumbles and ice cream, to making a nutritious smoothie.

What should I freeze?

Let’s face facts – nothing stays fresh forever. A good cook will find ways of either using it up or storing it. Freezing is a good option, so make sure you make the most of your freezer.

How can I keep herbs fresh for longer?

I use a lot of herbs in my cooking, I love them. And I believe dried herbs are no match for the real thing. Here’s how to make fresh herbs last.

How can leftover lamb shank be used?

There’s nothing better than a tender lamb shank, accompanied by seasonal vegetables. And there’s nothing worse than leftover lamb going in the bin. I’ll show you how to turn it into a tasty Scotch broth.