What I freeze

Many foods can be frozen (find a list and freezing instructions at bbcgoodfood.com), but the ones below are great to have on hand in the freezer. Here’s how I use them...

Big-batch mince sauce

Serve as bolognese, or use in a lasagne or cottage pie. Add some spices and beans to use in tacos, burritos or chilli con carne.

Fish pie sauce

Defrost and fold in raw fish, tip into a baking dish, top with mash and bake.

Schnitzel, katsu and anything breadcrumbed

Cook breaded chicken and pork from frozen.

Chicken bone broth

Roast chicken bones can be made into a broth with soy sauce and ginger, then frozen.

Tomato pasta sauce

Make a big batch to serve with pasta, as a pizza topping or the base to vegetable parmigiana bakes.