

I’m not much of a cook. In fact, I’m what my mother calls "hopeless in the kitchen".
But in 2024, I’ve endeavoured to make delicious meals that take little time to put together.
I won’t say I’m an expert yet, but when it comes to throwing whatever I have in the kitchen together (namely a bit of meat, some sort of homemade dressing and yummy carbs), I do a pretty damn good job.
In saying that, it’s difficult to make sure that every bit of food we make doesn’t go to waste. After all, what’s the point of all the effort if we can’t enjoy every last bit… especially in a cost of living crisis?
Given my limited skills (hello! I only started cooking this year!), I needed help in repurposing my leftovers. This is where Farmers Union Greek Style Yogurt delivered by offering me quick and easy recipes online by using one major ingredient… yogurt. Their smooth and creamy Greek Style Yogurt, sweet but not too tangy, is the perfect ingredient to make the most of any leftovers.
Rest assured, I’ve provided my favourite four recipes below and four ways to use the leftovers for lunch the next day.
You’re welcome.
Creamy Pumpkin Soup with Crispy Smoked Bacon and Croutons
Prep time: 10 minutes.
Cooking time: 15 minutes.
Servings: 4.
Ingredients:
- 1 kg peeled Kent pumpkin, cut into 5 cm cubes
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 750 ml water
- 1 tbsp chicken stock powder
- 1⁄2 cup Farmers Union Greek Style Natural Yogurt
- Freshly ground black pepper and salt flakes, to taste
Ingredients to serve:
- 4 tbsp Farmers Union Greek Style Natural Yogurt
- 4 rashers smoked streaky bacon or suitable alternative
- 4 slices sour dough bread, torn or cut into bite-size cubes
- 1 tbsp finely chopped chives
Method:
1. Place pumpkin, onion, water and stock powder in a saucepan and bring to the boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook partially covered for 10 to 15 minutes, or until pumpkin is soft. When cooked remove from heat and allow to cool slightly. Using a food processor or stick blender puree the pumpkin until silky smooth. Add 1⁄2 cup of Farmers Union Greek Style Natural Yogurt and mix through. Season to taste with freshly ground black pepper and salt flakes, to taste.