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How to turn pineapple skins into pineapple skin tea

Save your pineapple skins from going to waste. @plantyou shows us how to use them to make a delicious pineapple skin tea. Good for you and good for the planet.

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How to turn watermelon rind into a preserve

Get more food out of your food. Savour the last of the sunny days and turn watermelon rind into a tasty preserve to use in cakes or eat it as is. @_spicymoustache_ shows us how.

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Check it before you chuck it

Best before means it’s still great after! If it looks good and smells good - odds are, it’s still going to taste just as delicious.

How to make rice paper dumplings using leftover veggies

Leftover veggies at the end of the week? @plantyou shows us how to tackle food waste by using every part of the vegetable to turn them into rice paper dumplings.

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What to do with leftover courgettes

Leftover courgettes? @maxlamanna shows us how to use them up in 15 minutes. And bonus points for using up the whole courgette.

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How to make zero waste vegetable stock powder

Leftover veggie tops and peels? It's time to give a scrap! Turn them into vegetable stock powder instead of throwing them in the bin. @plantbased.redhead.cooks shows us how.

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How to turn leftover broccoli stalks into a slaw

10 mins • Serves 2 • Easy

Use up the whole broccoli and say goodbye to waste with this broccoli stalk slaw from @saratane.

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What to do with leftover lasagne

Leftover lasagne has never tasted so good! @celinesveganeats shows us how to get creative with last night's leftovers.

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How to turn leftover citrus fruits into ice cubes

Save leftover citrus fruits from the bin and make fruit ice cubes instead. @maxlamanna shows us how to add some zest to our drinks this summer.

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Stop throwing away your empty peanut butter jars!

This hack from @plantyou will give you delicious peanut sauce in no time.

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How to use leftover veggies to make an easy pasta sauce

Veg starting to go a little wrinkly in the fridge? @abit.green shows us how to make easy plant-based pasta sauce recipes to stop them going in the bin.

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How to use leftovers to make budget-friendly samosa wraps

Leftover potatoes and tortilla wraps? @plantbasedrd gives us the lowdown on how to make budget-friendly samosa wraps.

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How to turn stale bread into a snack delight

Bread or brick? Either way, @lucyandlentils shows us this hack to give it a second lease of life.

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Did you know that carrot tops are edible?

@permacrafters show us how to save them from the bin by making carrot top pesto - a great way to make the most of those delicious greens!

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How to turn leftover cauliflower leaves into a delicious little snack

Turn leftover cauliflower leaves into a delicious little snack with this hack from @mob.

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How to make your own pasta sauce with leftover veg

Veg starting to go a little wrinkly in the fridge? @abit.green shows us how to make easy plant-based pasta sauce recipes to stop them going in the bin.

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5 ways to use up a cucumber

Leftover cucumbers? @Mob show us 5 delicious ways to use them up and stop them going in the bin.

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How to cook a jacket potato in the microwave for 5p

@greeneatinggem shows us how to rethink our cooking habits and save money by using the microwave to cook the perfect spud.

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Turn leftover broccoli stalks into broccoli pickles

A great hack from @permacrafters to turn leftover broccoli stalks into broccoli pickles.

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8 foods you should upcycle in your kitchen

Thrifty tips to turn food leftovers into tasty treats, from Green Redeem.

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Turn leftover risotto into arancini

Learn to love leftovers. @lowfodmaplondon shows us how easy it is to turn leftover risotto into arancini. Bellissimo!

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Why are supermarkets removing best before dates?

Wondering where the best before dates have gone on fresh produce? @thefullfreezer gives us the lowdown on why it's best to use your senses before you throw food away.

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Save your broccoli stalks for a homemade pesto

Never bin a broccoli stalk again with this alternative pesto recipe from @betterfoodco.

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How to turn leftover onion peel into onion powder

No need to cry over leftover onion peel. @wastefreeplanet shows us how easy it is to turn it into onion powder.

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Crank the heat up by turning leftover veg into salsa

5 mins • Serves 8 • Easy

Chuck all your leftover veg into a food processor to make a homemade salsa. @dianemorrisey shows us how easy it is!

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A time-tested tip for soft fruit

An oldie but a goodie. This timeless trick from @rocket_science is a great way to get your 5 a day and stop food going in the bin

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What to do with leftover hot cross buns

Leftover hot cross buns after Easter? This recipe from @jamieoliver is low on waste and big on taste!

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Banana peel banh mi

90 mins • Serves 3 • Medium

Move over jackfruit. @my.supper shows us why banana peel is the new vegan meat alternative you need to try!

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How to freeze bread for maximum freshness

Save money and reduce food waste? We'll raise a toast to that! Good Housekeeping shows us how.

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The freezer hacks you never knew you needed

Saving money? Or the planet? @soyummy shows us why the freezer is your best friend!

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8 clever ways to use leftover coffee grounds

Make recipes more delicious. Save your garden from slugs with these hacks from Allrecipes!

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Save the stalks

And peels, maybe even cores if you’re feeling adventurous. It’s all good stuff that'll make your food shop go further, cut food waste and save you money. Crunchy, delicious broccoli stalks in your stir fry? Yum.

What to do with overripe bananas

And we’re not just talking about bread… Olive shows us how to blitz, bake or freeze them into something wonderful.

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5 ways to use leftover cheese rinds

You’ll never throw them away again once you see these great recipes from BBC Good Food.

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How to use up broccoli stalks

Don’t bin them - The Guardian shows us why they’re the best bit!

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How to turn out-of-date milk into a sensational pudding

A smart way to save food - and impress your guests! Learn how with The Guardian.

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What to do with leftover vegetable peelings

Tell food waste to get stuffed and use them to level up your Sunday roast with this great recipe from @jack_monroe.

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25 ways to use up leftover ingredients

25 ways to turn 25 leftover ingredients into delicious food, or even cocktails! Get creative with BBC Good Food.

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How to save unused herbs

You’ll thank us later. Save food. Save cash. It's a win-win. Learn how with @olio.app.

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Tupperware at the ready

Eyes bigger than your belly? Box up your leftovers and pop them in the fridge for tomorrow. A day of quick ‘n’ easy cost-saving meals will make you feel like a winner.

How to use up Sunday lunch leftovers

Not sure what to do with the food you have left over after Sunday lunch? Not to worry, because you can find everything you need to know here with these inventive ideas from BBC Good Food.

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9 storage hacks to keep fruit and veg fresh for longer

With the right knowledge, you can keep fruit and veg in tip-top condition for longer. Find out how with these top tips from Rural Sprout!

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How to revive stale bread

Trust us, it’s a game changer - you’ll never throw bread away again. Budget Bytes shows us what to do.

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7 best food waste apps for more sustainable eating habits

Independent's 7 best food waste apps for more sustainable eating habits. Change starts now!

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Potato peel chips

Crispy. Thrifty. Potato peel chips. From leftovers to your new fave dish, try Sneaky-Veg’s quick and tasty recipe.

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40 handy bread tips — and what to do with stale bread

Bread is the UK's most wasted food. From bread puddings to breadcrumbs, discover 40 delicious, different ways to make your bread go further with these tips from Friends of the Earth.

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10 food storage mistakes to avoid

10 food storage faux pas you’ll never make again! Check out Sara Lindberg’s tip-filled Insider article.

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Would you try a food waste wedding!?

An eco (and budget) conscious bride and groom fed 140 guests and saved food from landfill at theirs! Check out the Mail Online’s article for the full story.

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An A-Z of how to use leftovers

Take a look at Cooking on a Bootstrap's amazing A-Z of leftovers and tired veg. Find everything you need to know to reduce food waste and make your meals go further!

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Make your celery last longer

Keep your celery Bloody Mary ready! From sad and limp to crisp and delish. Check out Maxine Builder’s storage suggestions in this MyRecipes article.

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15 salad saving tips

Take a leaf out of Hitchcock Farm’s book, store your lettuce in a tub with kitchen roll to keep it fresher for longer.

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Freeze your eggs to make them last longer

Yes, you can freeze eggs! British Lion say so. Check out their article for tips on how to store them for longer.

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