Take one tin - Lola Milne

One of the The Independent's 10 best storecupboard cookbooks

'Take One Tin shows how simple it is to make tasty dinners from basic ingredients such as tinned lentils, sweetcorn and peaches.' Stylist

'The Sri Lankan mackerel curry is so delicious, warming and easy.' Daily Mail

THE ESSENTIAL COOKBOOK DEDICATED TO COOKING WITH TINS.

Quick, easy and environmentally friendly, tinned foods have many of the benefits of fresh, plus can also be used to create delicious, versatile meals without breaking the bank.

With just a few ingredients from your storecupboard topped up with some fresh extras, you can create simple speedy suppers, tasty take-to-work lunches and even impressive dinner party desserts, including a hearty Flageolet Bean & Artichoke Gratin, a spicy Sri Lankan Mackerel Curry and a fruity Peach, Mango & Passion Fruit Pavlova. So, forget worrying about what to cook while sticking to your budget, these tin-tastic recipes are affordable, accessible and exciting!

Save money, be creative and waste less food by looking in your cupboard instead of visiting the supermarket.