Sophie Wright's inventive and inspiring ideas make the most of meals such as roasting a chicken and using the leftovers to make a variety of dishes - from Chicken and Sweetcorn Chowder using stock from the carcass to Shredded Chicken with Pomegranate and Cardamom Scented Wild Rice. She illustrates how to get the best from storecupboard staples such as pasta and tinned beans and pulses, plus how sensible shopping can make the most of a few simple ingredients and avoid `buy one get one free' offers going bad in the bottom of the fridge. Sophie's expert tips and delicious recipes will ensure you get value and quality for your money, without breaking the bank.

Author Biography

Sophie Wright is working for her venture, Sophie Wright Catering, capitalising on her experience catering for private events. Her first book, Easy Peasy, won the Gourmand Easy Cookbook of the year award in 2008 and Home at 7, Dinner at 8 (2011) has been translated into French and German. www.sophiewrightcatering.co.uk.