What to do with leftover pumpernickel

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Yes, pumpernickel’s a German bread. No, it’s not made from pumpkin. Use up your last slices of this heavy, dark and delicious rye loaf in these 5 recipes.

Recipes using pumpernickel

How to use up leftover pumpernickel

Pumpernickel stuffing
Fry chopped onion, garlic, celery, apple and bacon until golden. Add cubes of pumpernickel bread, fresh parsley, a free-range egg and season. Use as a stuffing for roast chicken or rolled pork.
Pumpernickel chips
Slice the pumpernickel thinly, then cut into triangles. Drizzle with olive oil and season. Bake at 200°C/180°C fan/gas 6 until crisp. Cool and serve with dip.