Odds And Sods Gravy, from 11p

To serve 4, from 11p each. For the full shopping list, see here. 3 chicken or vegetable stock cubes, 10p (39p/12, Asda) 2 large onions, 12p (60p/1kg, Growers Selection at Asda) 2 tbsp or 35g cranberry sauce, 9p (49p/200g, Tesco) 2 tbsp or 30g flour, 1p (45p/1.5kg, Stockwell at Tesco) 3 tbsp or 40g soft spread, 9p (55p/250g, Best For Baking at Asda) a pinch of mixed dried herbs (30p/18g at Asda) This may be controversial but it really does work, and it’s super easy, so trust me, even if it feels a bit wrong! First peel your onions, quarter them, and pop them in a small powerful blender, along with all the other ingredients and 300ml cold water. Blend until completely smooth. Pour into a heavy based saucepan and bring to the boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook slowly and gently for around 40 minutes, stirring every now and then. If you have a small slow cooker this is perfect to put in on Christmas Eve on Low and wake up Christmas …