3 recipes that make the most of pantry staples

By Lauren Goldman, 11 June 2026

Whether you’re cooking on a budget, using what you already have at home, or simply looking for easy recipe ideas, try these pantry-friendly dishes.

Do you have a can of chickpeas or creamed sweetcorn lurking in the back of your cupboard? If you're stumped for ideas on what to do with those pantry staples, Chef Clem has you covered. He's created a satisfying three-course menu using everyday ingredients. From a golden sweetcorn bread and hearty chickpea-cauliflower curry to a nostalgic peach crumble for dessert, these dishes are comforting and packed with flavour. So, whether you're cooking on a budget, using what you already have at home, or simply looking for easy recipe ideas, try these pantry-friendly dishes.

Cheesy sweetcorn bread

When you need to clear out the pantry and fridge, this cheesy sweetcorn bread is the answer. It's super easy to make, and you can customise it however you like.

Cheesy sweetcorn bread
Cheesy sweetcorn bread recipe

Chickpea-and-cauliflower curry

When you have 30 minutes and a cauliflower and a can of chickpeas staring at you, try this curry.

Chickpea-and-cauliflower curry
Chickpea-and-cauliflower curry recipe

Canned peach crumble

"Even if it’s -50°C outside and snowing, I'd serve this crumble with ice cream." – Clem Pedro Agree or disagree? Regardless of your stance on this, you'll love this canned peach crumble.

Canned peach crumble
Canned peach crumble recipe
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