Tasty new sweet and savoury pancake ideas

Pancakes are a timeless way to use up leftovers. Shrove Tuesday (17 Feb) is the day before the start of Lent (Ash Wednesday) – it was the last opportunity to use up eggs and fats before Lent’s fasting

Ingredients (Serves 8) ◆ 400g reduced fat soft cheese ◆ 250g lemon curd ◆ Finely grated rind and juice of 1 small lemon ◆ 12 readymade 18cm sweet pancakes ◆ 12 mini meringues ◆ 150g fresh raspberries

Ingredients (Serves 4) 120 g plain flourPinch salt1 large egg150 ml milk2 tbs Greek-style yogurt½ tsp vanilla extract1 banana, mashed100 g blueberriesA few drops of vegetable oil For the sauce: 30 g p

■ Serves 4 (makes 8 pancakes) ■ Prep 5 mins plus 20 mins resting ■ Cook 30 mins 150g plain flour3 eggs400ml milkneutral-tasting oil, for frying150g soft cheese75ml double cream1 tbsp icing sugar1 tsp

Elevate your Pancake Day (17 February) with sweet and savoury fillings to pair with our easy crêpe recipe