Ready to save even more (and eat better doing it)?


Hi Reader

Have you thought about what you might do with all the money you’ll save just by wasting less food? The average family in the UK could save around £1,000 a year (and about $1,600 in the US). Imagine someone just handing you that cash — no strings attached!

Now that you’ve already started tackling food waste, how about taking it a step further? I can help you save even more and eat well at the same time.

Because here’s the best bit — eating a sustainable diet isn’t just good for the planet, it’s genuinely good for you. Reducing waste is one part of it, but there’s so much more to enjoy: eating food that’s in season, piling your plate with fruit, veggies and grains, and cutting back (a bit!) on meat, dairy and ultra-processed foods. None of this needs to feel restrictive — it’s about eating better, not less.

And here’s a bonus — seasonal fruit and veg can be up to a third cheaper, and meat and dairy are often the most expensive items in the basket. Learning how to make small swaps and stretch those ingredients not only saves money but boosts your health too.

So, between cutting food waste and choosing seasonal, balanced meals, you can bring your grocery bills down and feel great about what you’re eating.

If you haven’t already, take a look at my Recipe Page — it’s full of easy, budget-friendly recipes that are good for you, your wallet, and the planet. Go on, pick a few favourites to try this week.

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Here's some great recipes I think you'll love this week

Salmon Fishcakes

These are freezable and a great way to get ahead before the Holiday season.

Eat One Freeze One

Quick Quorn Bolognese

A great meat alternative and ready in just 30 minutes. Quorn can be frozen and is low fat and healthy too!

One Pot Comfort Food

Veggie Pesto Pasta Bake

A lovely budget-friendly one-pot dish packed with veggies.

This Week's Fish Recipe

The Easiest Fish Pie

This is one of my favourite recipes on my blog! There's no waste and it's perfect for this time of year

This Week's Snack Recipe

Banana Oat Bars

With just 4 ingredients, these oat bars are a simple way to use up bananas past their best!

Until next week!

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