Budget dinners
What can I make with eggs for dinner? Eggs are one of the quickest and best-value proteins going. With a few odds and ends from the fridge, they become a proper dinner.
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The Cookstuff Hero's money-saving tip: An omelette or frittata is the best way to rescue those last few mushrooms, half a pepper or a bit of cheese.
1. Fridge-raid frittata ⏲ 25 mins 🍽 Serves 4 ♻ Uses up leftovers
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Heat the grill. Warm the leftovers in the oil in an ovenproof frying pan. Beat the eggs with half the cheese and season. Pour over and cook gently for 6 minutes until the base is set. Top with the rest of the cheese and grill for 4 minutes until puffed. 2. Shakshuka-style baked eggs ⏲ 25 mins 🍽 Serves 2 ♻ Uses up leftovers
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Soften the onion and pepper for 8 minutes. Stir in the spices, then the tomatoes, and simmer for 10 minutes. Make 4 wells and crack in the eggs. Cover and cook for 5–6 minutes until the whites are set.
The Cookstuff Hero says: using up what you already have is the easiest saving there is. Fewer top-up shops, less in the bin, and the whole family still gets fed well.
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