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The "what can I do with this" or "kitchen cupboard bugbear" thread

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  • funfairprincess
    funfairprincess Posts: 1,968 Forumite
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    I have a huge packet of egg noodles just hanging around the back of the cupboard was going to do a sir fry but no one 'likes' it apparently and a bag of green lentils. Any ideas greatfully received if I can throw the idea in my slow cooker you're my hero/heroine.
    I'm not a muggle...I'm just magically challenged
  • bumpercars99
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    I use bread slowly so put loaves into the freezer. I use it for poached egg on toast in the morning but don't like the enders for toast. I've recently noticed that I have quite a collection of enders building up in the freezer. I have about 20 slices now :eek:

    Anyone got any ideas on what to do with them. I'm loathed to throw them out.
  • Cloth_of_Gold
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    TravellingAbuela wrote: »
    In a weak-willed moment I bought a dozen tins of Epicure Puy Lentils at quite a bargainous price. My intention was to transform them into something resembling Merchant Gourmet puy lentils in tomato and basil. I love these but won't pay the silly price asked for them. After two attempts I admitted defeat and 10 tins are still languishing in the cupboard. Any idea of anything exciting I can do with them, other than throwing them in soups or stews?
    Make a vegetarian shepherd's pie. Dice onion and carrot add to the lentils with saut!ed garlic and a tin of tomatoes, some herbs and a good dash of Worcestershire sauce and a splash of red wine. Heat it in a pan and taste, adjusting the flavourings as necessary. Then put into a baking dish, top with mashed potato and bake in the over for 30-40 minutes.
  • greenbee
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    Ginmonster wrote: »
    Can i join in? I have 2 jars of tahini that need using up and i only ever use small amounts making humous. Any good ideas for other uses?

    I stick a spoonful in my smoothies instead of almond butter or similar. I've been doing this for ages as it's much cheaper...

    http://thechalkboardmag.com/ways-to-use-tahini-recipes-seed-mill
    caronc wrote: »
    Coarse ground yellow corn meal - I've used it for cornbread and polenta type mush. But it is a massive bag so any other suggestions would be welcome
    Cake!!! http://www.marthastewart.com/337339/orange-cornmeal-cake
    TravellingAbuela wrote: »
    In a weak-willed moment I bought a dozen tins of Epicure Puy Lentils at quite a bargainous price. My intention was to transform them into something resembling Merchant Gourmet puy lentils in tomato and basil. I love these but won't pay the silly price asked for them. After two attempts I admitted defeat and 10 tins are still languishing in the cupboard. Any idea of anything exciting I can do with them, other than throwing them in soups or stews?

    Serve hot with roast peppers and fennel. Also delicious with sausages...
  • greenbee
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    bumpercars99 wrote: »
    I use bread slowly so put loaves into the freezer. I use it for poached egg on toast in the morning but don't like the enders for toast. I've recently noticed that I have quite a collection of enders building up in the freezer. I have about 20 slices now :eek:

    Anyone got any ideas on what to do with them. I'm loathed to throw them out.
    Breadcrumbs? Although I only really use those for bread sauce at christmas... I'm sure even if they're white bread you can adapt a brown bread ice cream recipe. :D
  • karcher
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    caronc wrote: »

    Linseeds - I ended up giving my bag to the birds :o (they were OOD by 2 years)

    Harsh! :eek:

    Did they show their gratitude by leaving larger than normal deposits on your windows/patio/ garden furniture etc :p

    :rotfl:
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    And I ain't got the power anymore'
  • caronc
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    greenbee wrote: »

    Cake!!! http://www.marthastewart.com/337339/orange-cornmeal-cake



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    Thank you:D
    karcher wrote: »
    Harsh! :eek:

    Did they show their gratitude by leaving larger than normal deposits on your windows/patio/ garden furniture etc :p

    :rotfl:
    No more so than usual lol:rotfl:
  • Bumblebear
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    Oh good, it isn't just me that has dusty ingredients!

    I decided that it would take too long to bash all the linseeds, so I'm going to add them whole to some overnight oats with apple puree (I have a big jar to use). But I've given myself a headstart by adding a few tablespoons to a monster batch of smoked paprika hummus. I've also moved the pack next to the oats to serve as a reminder!

    I know the Hugh FW salad dressing recipe MrsLurcherWalker mentioned, and it is scrummy. Having used all but 2 tablespoons of my neglected tahini this evening I'm minded to make it too, so I'll have a look for it as well.

    Egg noodles - is there anyone in the family that will eat them? Hugh FW makes some good suggestions for "homemade healthy pot noodles" prepared in clip jars, good for packed lunches.

    Lentils - gosh, I use them for everything! How about making some soup portions for the freezer? I know the merchant gourmet lentils you mean, I love them too but can't remember the last time I treated myself to some.
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  • scottishminnie
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    caronc wrote: »
    Great thread
    Tahini - dilute and brush on top of a crusty loaf (HM or bought) pop in a hot oven for 5 mins. Gives it that lovely "tiger bread" taste. Or add a tsp or so to Chinese dishes instead of sesame oil.

    Linseeds - I ended up giving my bag to the birds :o (they were OOD by 2 years)

    Coarse ground yellow corn meal - I've used it for cornbread and polenta type mush. But it is a massive bag so any other suggestions would be welcome

    For your cornmeal - I have made this several times. Always been well received. Served with some green salad and sour cream it's fairly filling (also freezes well)

    http://www.southernliving.com/recipes/deb-wise-tamale-pie-mix-up-recipe


    Great idea for a thread - I'm sure I will be back with some very random ingredients at some point!
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  • jackyann
    jackyann Posts: 3,433 Forumite
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    breadcrumbs:
    proper old-fashioned stuffing, with onion and herbs,I make it and keep it by me for stuffing chicken (just make sure the stuffing is heated through properly) or stuffing balls - they go with any meat dish, or eat on their own with plenty of veg and gravy.
    look up Delia's recipe for Glamorgan sausages - I make them and freeze them so I always have a veggie dish by me, and they can be made into such nice sausage rolls that you have to make plenty for the meat eaters! I keep any foil dishes that I get, and then use them to gook Glamsausages on the BBQ.
    I also use stuffing as a sort of crunchy topping if I am re-heating and stretching some left-over stew or similar. They are also the base for meatloaf and meatless loaf.
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