Using leftovers

Using every little bit of your leftovers

A small bit of leftover broccoli, a 1/2 cup of creamed corn, a 1/4 cup of peas left in the pot... These seem like such a waste to toss in the compost bin, but what can be done with so little? Quite a lot, actually.


Freeze even the smallest amount of leftovers in small containers or re-sealable bags. Label clearly what the contents are and the amount. These can now be taken out in a pinch when you are making soups, stews, casseroles, enchiladas or sauces - increasing the rich flavour and nutritional content of the dish while saving the family some money. 

In our cookbook - From One Small Garden - we have recipes specifically designed to help deal with small amounts of leftovers. Some of our favorite ways to utilize leftovers is to make patties, pakora, fritters, or to make a hearty, homemade soup.


While it may seem silly to save such a small amount of leftovers, you can now see that it is a smart and ecologically sound habit. Doing this means you took something that was formally considered waste, and turned it into a whole new meal that is both tasty and nutritious. With an extended budget and less time spent shopping, creative food planning like this can unquestionably have a positive impact on both your waste output and your family budget.

"This collection of recipes shows how to reduce kitchen food waste by cooking the smart way. It shares many ways to reuse and divert food waste while eating healthier than ever with great tasting recipes from an international array of flavours.. be sure to get your own a copy of From One Small Garden."

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