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Bubble and squeak is traditionally made from cold leftover vegetables, such as those that accompanied a Sunday roast. The key ingredients are cabbage and potatoes (boiled or mashed) but other leftovers may be thrown in, as well: Brussels sprouts, kale, onions, leeks, carrots, peas, and meat. The ingredients are coarsely chopped, combined, seasoned with salt and pepper (and maybe a little freshly grated nutmeg), and pan fried until crisp and golden. The mixture can be packed down into the pan – causing the cooking sound that gives bubble and squeak its vivid name – or shaped into smaller patties.

Although a formal recipe is not necessary, here are a few if you'd like to make bubble and squeak from scratch rather than using leftovers:
• Bubble and Squeak from Saveur
• Bubble & Squeak Cakes from Gordon Ramsay
• Bubble and Squeak Rösti from Delia Smith
• Bubble and Squeak with Sausages and Onion Gravy from Jamie Oliver

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