Our ways to use campaign is back again, and this time with even more cupboard staples to elevate your everyday meals!
Apricots
Canned apricots are a convenient, affordable source of Vitamin A and other antioxidants like beta-carotene and phenols, which can have a positive effect on eye health and skin.
Looking to elevate your festive meals with something unexpected? Canned apricots are the secret ingredient you didn’t know you needed. For a stunning dessert centrepiece, try our meringue wreath with Christmas-spiced apricots, perfect for impressing guests at your next dinner party.
If comfort food is more your style, our apricot bread and butter pudding is a delicious twist on a classic. Prefer something savoury? Seared chicken with a warm tomato and apricot sauce brings a rich, tangy depth, while herb-crusted tuna paired with apricot salsa offers a fresh and zesty flavour combo. Canned apricots make it easy to get creative in the kitchen, sweet or savoury!
Artichoke
Canned artichokes are a convenient, nutritious food packed with fibre, vitamins (like C, K, and folate), minerals (such as magnesium and potassium), and antioxidants that support heart, liver, and digestive health.
Canned artichokes are a deliciously versatile pantry staple, and with recipes like these, it’s easy to see why. Try Billy and Jack’s Italian fried artichokes for a crispy, flavour-packed snack, or impress guests with a crowned artichoke quiche, perfect for brunch or lunch.
For something hearty and comforting, Billy and Jack’s cod and seafood chowder brings rich, creamy flavours to the table. And if you’re after a light, summery bite, artichoke and tomato bruschetta is a simple yet elegant option. However you serve them, canned artichokes add a touch of gourmet flair to everyday cooking.
Canned sardines
Canned sardines are an excellent source of essential nutrients including omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D, calcium (from the edible bones), and vitamin B12. They offer protein for muscle building and satiety, support bone health and brain function, may help prevent heart disease, and are a sustainable seafood option.
Tinned fish is having a moment, and with recipes like these, it’s easy to see why. Crispy sardine croquette tacos bring bold flavours and satisfying crunch, while sardine bruschetta offers a quick, tasty appetiser packed with protein. For something heartier, try a warming Sicilian-style fish stew that makes the most of sardines and mackerel in a rich, rustic broth. And for a twist on a classic street food, spiced mackerel empanadas are flaky, flavourful, and perfect for sharing. These dishes prove that tinned fish isn’t just convenient, it’s a delicious way to elevate everyday meals.
Condensed milk
Canned condensed milk’s benefits include a long shelf life, plus a rich, sweet taste. It’s also a supply of calcium, protein, and other vitamins and minerals that promote bone health and provide energy.
Canned ingredients make whipping up indulgent desserts easier than ever, and these sweet treats are guaranteed to impress. Why not try a creamy, layered Serradura for a no-fuss dessert with a touch of elegance? Or go for a nostalgic favourite with a rich, buttery butterscotch tart. For something zesty and refreshing, St Clements pie, packed with citrusy flavour – is the perfect end to any meal. Simple to make and full of flavour, these desserts show just how versatile your store cupboard can be.
Green beans
Canned ingredients can be the key to quick, flavourful meals that don’t compromise on taste. For a satisfying weeknight dinner, try a vibrant chicken Pad Thai that comes together in minutes. Or impress with salmon puff pastry tarts, elegant, flaky, and full of rich flavour. Looking for something lighter? A roasted vegetable and couscous salad is the perfect wholesome option, ideal for lunch or as a side. And for a comforting classic, you can’t go wrong with spaghetti tossed in a rich Italian sauce.
If you make any of these recipes we would love to see, tag us @cannedfooduk!
