Make the most of Christmas leftovers

Looking for ideas on what to make with Christmas leftovers? Discover easy, flavour-packed recipes using leftover ham, turkey, chicken, seafood and roast vegetables. From amazing toasties, quick lunches and light salads to comforting dinners and one-pan meals, these post-Christmas recipes help reduce food waste and keep cooking simple.

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See how to transform Christmas leftovers into quick lunches and relaxed dinners. These videos show simple ideas that make the most of what’s already in your fridge.

Ricotta and Green Veg Fritters

Recipe: Ricotta and Green Veg Fritters

Easy Bubble & Squeak

Recipe: Easy Bubble & Squeak

Frypan Chicken & Pesto Toastie

Recipe: Frypan Chicken & Pesto Toastie

Cheesy Corn and Zucchini Fritters with Poached Eggs

Recipe: Cheesy Corn and Zucchini Fritters with Poached Eggs

Air Fryer Bacon & Egg Toastie

Recipe: Air Fryer Bacon & Egg Toastie

Zucchini & Bacon Slice

Recipe: Zucchini & Bacon Slice

Discover even more creative ways to use up Christmas leftovers — from pies and salads to pasta bakes and easy one-pan meals.

Chutney, Leg Ham, Pear and Swiss Cheese Toasties
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Chutney, Leg Ham, Pear and Swiss Cheese Toasties

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Avocado 'Hollandaise' with Eggs, Ham and Spinach
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Avocado 'Hollandaise' with Eggs, Ham and Spinach

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Vegetable and Ham Slice
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Vegetable and Ham Slice

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Ham, Cheese and Veggie Bake
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Ham, Cheese and Veggie Bake

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Shredded Ham and Cranberry Pockets
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Shredded Ham and Cranberry Pockets

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Capricciosa Pizza
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Capricciosa Pizza

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Mini Breakfast Muffins
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Mini Breakfast Muffins

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Muffin Tin Egg Pies
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Muffin Tin Egg Pies

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Meat Lovers Pizza
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Meat Lovers Pizza

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Family Friendly Fried Rice
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Family Friendly Fried Rice

4.25
4.3
Mexican Pasta Salad
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Mexican Pasta Salad

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Spinach, Cheese and Egg Pie
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Spinach, Cheese and Egg Pie

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