There’s something wonderfully thrifty and comforting about a pan of bubble and squeak. Born from the tradition of using up leftover vegetables from a Sunday roast, it turns odds and ends—potatoes, cabbage, sprouts, carrots, or whatever you have lingering in the fridge—into a golden, crispy‑edged dish that feels far more delicious than the sum of its parts. As everything sizzles together in the pan, the vegetables soften, the potatoes crisp, and those little caramelised bits form on the bottom, giving the dish its signature savoury crunch.

It’s quick, unfussy, and endlessly adaptable, whether you’re clearing out the fridge or planning ahead for an easy brunch. Proof that leftovers can be every bit as satisfying as the main event

What goes well alongside these?

Bubble and squeak goes brilliantly with fried or poached eggs, sausages, bacon, leftover roast meats, grilled fish, or even a crisp green salad, adding a cosy, comforting touch to anything you serve alongside it.