Rustling up something quick B1
Making a fast meal at home from whatever's in the fridge — or reheating last night's leftovers.
whip up B2 — make food quicklyI can whip up a quick pasta if you're hungry.
warm up — reheat foodThere's some curry in the fridge — just warm it up in the microwave.
knock up B2 — make a meal quicklyI'll knock up something for dinner with whatever's in the fridge.
What's for dinner
Alex: I'm hungry but there's hardly anything in.
Robin: I can whip up a quick pasta, there's some sauce in the cupboard.
Alex: Or just warm up the curry from last night?
Robin: Even easier. I'll warm it up now.
Unexpected guest
Robin: Sorry, I didn't know you were coming round — have you eaten?
Guest: Not yet, but don't go to any trouble.
Robin: It's no bother, I'll knock up a quick omelette.
Guest: Lovely, thank you.