Text & chat prompt
Turn leftovers into a new meal
Turn leftovers into a new meal: a free, copy-paste prompt for ChatGPT, Gemini and Claude. Paste the prompt and replace each [BRACKETED] field with your own details.
The prompt
I have these leftovers: [LIST] Pantry basics I have: [PANTRY ITEMS] Cuisine I like: [CUISINE] Time available: [MINUTES] Suggest three quick meals that transform the leftovers into something that does not taste like leftovers, with short instructions and one tip to make each one better.
Pro tip: Tell the AI what you have in your spice rack as well; flavour changes leftovers completely.
How to use this prompt
- Open ChatGPT and start a new chat.
- Paste the prompt.
- Replace each [BRACKETED] field with your real details and paste in your own text where asked.
- Reply with follow-ups such as "make it shorter" or "make it sound more like me".
Prompt at a glance
- Category
- Text & chat
- Works with
- ChatGPT · Gemini · Claude
- Length
- 45 words
- Fields to fill in
- LIST, PANTRY ITEMS, CUISINE, MINUTES
- Last updated
Frequently asked questions
Which AI tools work with this prompt?
It is written for ChatGPT, Gemini and Claude. Paste it into your preferred tool and adjust the wording if the result is off.
What do I need to fill in?
Replace these fields before you send it: LIST, PANTRY ITEMS, CUISINE, MINUTES. Each field shows an example in the prompt.
Should I paste private information into the prompt?
Only what the task needs. Remove names, contact details and other sensitive data before pasting a resume or document into any AI tool.