Supermarket savers

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

Save money and minimise food waste with our tasty hacks 1 TOMATOES Keep them in a cool, shady space to ripen slowly, not in the fridge. They taste best when ripened slowly, until they’re soft and ruby

Homemade basics are cheaper, tastier and easy to batch bake. A few storecupboard staples can save pounds on snacks, breakfasts and even takeaways. 1 HOMEMADE GRANOLA Toss oats, honey, seeds and nuts w

It doesn’t have to cost a fortune to have a diet that gives you a happier, healthier life. Here’s what you need to know

■ Serves 4 ■ Prep 10 mins ■ Cook 40 mins 8 pork sausages600g sweet potatoes, cutinto thin wedges1 tbsp olive oil2 tbsp wholegrain mustard3 tbsp honey200g baby spinachFOR THE DRESSING5 tbsp olive oil2