
Use-it-up vegetable soup with little pasta
Food-waste reduction remains a useful global conversation, and a flexible soup is one practical kitchen response. Use vegetables that are still safe and sound; cooking does not rescue spoiled food. UNEP’s…
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Food-waste reduction remains a useful global conversation, and a flexible soup is one practical kitchen response. Use vegetables that are still safe and sound; cooking does not rescue spoiled food. UNEP’s…
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A shredded cabbage salad is a useful companion to rice bowls, wraps or grilled vegetables. The dressing is deliberately simple, leaving room for…
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Savory muffins are a convenient change from sweet breakfast baking. Squeeze excess moisture from the spinach and mix the batter lightly for a…
A can of chickpeas and coconut milk becomes a gently spiced dinner with ginger and spinach. The sauce should simmer rather than boil…
Rice and broccoli cook in one covered pan for a simple dinner base. Keep the lid on during the rice’s main cooking period, then add the…
Pear softens into oats while a small topping of toasted seeds adds contrast. The fruit’s ripeness will affect sweetness, so taste the cooked…
These soft-centered bean burgers use oats to help bind the mixture. They are best handled gently and served in a bun with a fresh topping rather…