Make Your Freezer Your Friend

We're all aware of savers accounts at the bank, but why should saving only be about money? We're talking about saving scraps of food. When thinking about sustainability and reducing food waste the freezer should be one of your best friends. You've probably heard TV chefs talk about batch cooking so you can make your own ready meals, but plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables are freezable too. With some clever thinking and pre-planning you can save all of those little scraps left at the bottom of the fridge.

Here's the secret...

Treat yourself to some freezer safe containers.

Alright so it's not a very exciting secret, but it's well worth it. We're over halfway through September so it's over to you to do some of the work. It's OK don't panic, think of your favourite recipes you already know and love. Then label up a couple of empty tubs. As you stumble across some sad looking fruits or veggies in the fridge, chop them up and add them to the most relevant tub. Simple. When the tub's full, whip it out and get cooking.

Here's some examples of what savers tubs you could make:

Savoury:

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• Soups and stews
• Casseroles
• Pasta sauces
• Pizza toppings
• Curries
• Vegetable medleys

Sweet:

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• Frozen yoghurts
• Fruit compotes
• Fruit scones
• Porridge toppings
• Brownie flavourings
• Ice lollies

Drinks:

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• Smoothies
• Frozen cocktails
• Fruity ice cubes

Go and have some fun experimenting. You know you want to...