Make a meal of valentine’s day!

Turn tired veg, leftover meat, and tinned staples into comforting, low-cost meals in a flash. 1 BLITZED VEGETABLE SOUP Clear out the fridge and give that sad-looking veg a second life. Roast or simmer

Have a shot at Edinburgh Gin’s brand-new Raspberry Collins canned cocktail, perfect for a picnic with its enticing fruity notes. They’re also 2% ABV and 50 calories per can! RRP £1.50 from Tesco. If t

Ingredients (Serves 2) ◆ 225g beef and pork mince ◆ 1tsp each garlic granules and Italian-style mixed dried herbs ◆ Salt and freshly ground black pepper ◆ 200g frozen pepper strips ◆ 250g pasta sauce

No garden? No problem. A sunny windowsill is all you need to grow your own fresh ingredients and start saving money week after week. 1 REGROW SPRING ONIONS OR CELERY IN WATER Save the root ends of spr

Our food editor Hayley reveals what’s in store this month

This flavour and colour-packed salad makes a fast and fresh side. SERVES 4 PREP 10 MINS ✱ Handful basil leaves ✱2-3tbsp extra virgin olive oil ✱1tbsp balsamic vinegar ✱500g tomatoes, sliced ✱250g mozz