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Cookies made with leftover crumbs.

Cooking and Baking with Substitute IngredientsI save all the crumbs from cereal in a bag in my freezer. I use these crumbs to supplement my flour in baking recipes. I also add them to a meatloaf, if the cereal was not pre-sweetened.

 

Cooking hash on a griddle.

Binding Agent For Making Corned Beef Hash PattiesI recently searched for something to bind corned beef hash to make patties'. A series of blog answers came up via this website. Of the few I read, there were suggestions but many still seemed to have difficulty with crumbling. I want to share what I did that worked for me:

 

A hot dog bun made into French toast.

Hot Dog Bun French ToastAs I was cleaning out my freezer, I found one hot dog bun in the back. I usually make bread crumbs with it. Someone on one of my Facebook groups suggested making French toast with it. It was a great use of it.

 

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Using Potato Chip CrumbsI think it is pretty standard to use crumbs from chips, snacks, etc. for breading or meatloaf, but try taking the little crumbies from potato chips and put them in a bowl, add milk and sugar, and eat them like cereal. Sweet and salty, and SO yummy.

 

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Storing Leftovers in Single Serve ContainersI think this makes perfect sense. Do you agree with me? Being a single person I have a lot of leftovers. When I cook something that will end up having leftovers I immediately portion it in single servings in my favorite glass containers. This way when you are ready for a meal, you just grab and go without getting out a pot of spaghetti, chili or whatever.

 

Individual portions of baked beans that have been frozen.

Freezing Baked BeansI was made privy to a tip from a man who used to work for B&M Baked Beans. He told me you could freeze them. I bought a big #10 can and dived them up into zip bags. Sure enough, they heat up like you just took them out of the can.

 

Reheat Rice with Hot Soup - homemade soup served over leftover rice

Reheat Rice with Hot SoupIn our household, we do not own a microwave. When we have leftover rice, we'll make soup the following day.

 

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Use All Your Food ScrapsI do not like throwing away vegetables or fruit that is going to go bad before it gets eaten. Now I put it all into a container before it goes bad. I freeze it and use for soup stock. I use old bananas for banana bread. The other fruit I put into cake mixes or muffins.

 

An old casserole lid covering a plate of leftovers.

Save Lids for LeftoversOver the years, I found I had more casserole lids than I had casserole dishes. I found an excellent use for them besides filling in for the odd pot lid. The smaller lids work great for covering a bowl or a plate of food when microwaving. I especially like it for microwaving my leftover oatmeal. Comes out like it is freshly made, same with rice or potatoes.

 

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Leftover Hamburger Pasta SoupAll you need to do to use some leftovers and make a different meal. Add a quart size carton of chicken broth to last night's leftovers and make a fabulous soup. Last night we had a hamburger, tomato & pasta dish, but you can use any casserole dish. Top it with shredded cheese and bread on the side.

 

Calendar for Leftovers

Calendar for LeftoversOn the first of the month, we print out a calendar off the computer and put it on the side of the fridge with a marker that hangs by a string. Everyday, we just jot down what we had for dinner or if we made tuna salad, opened a package of lunch meat, etc.

 

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Reheat Pizza in a SkilletRe-heat leftover pizza in a non-stick skillet on top of the stove. Heat on medium low. This keeps the crust crispy not soggy.

 

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Macaroni Salad from Intentional LeftoversI often make double what I need for a meal to intentionally have leftovers for a second dish. In this case, I made a simple macaroni and cheese. Use your favorite recipe or use the package mixes that almost everyone keeps in the pantry.

 

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Using Up LeftoversUse leftover white gravy in dishes that call for white sauce. Extra benefit, if your gravy is the seasoned type, your white sauce will already be seasoned.

 

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All the Things We Do With HamMom and daughter have a list of places to buy the best ham. We look for a large ham with a bone in and trimmed. Bake the ham with a few spices and no sugar or too much sweet things on it. If you sweeten it, it won't make a good soup or other main dish.

 

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Labeling Tip for LeftoversWhen opening food items, I can easily remember what the item is by just tearing or cutting the label off the package. Then I slip the label under the lid of the leftover container that I am going to put the item in and close the lid on the label.

 

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Taco Dip From LeftoversA quick taco dip and making good use of leftovers. After we enjoy a meal of tacos, we usually have ingredients left over. Instead of putting all of them away in different containers to re-use for tacos, I got the idea of making a taco dip with them.

 

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Save Tomatoes From RestaurantsIf you hate the tomato on your burger from the fast food restaurant, bring it home, wash it, and freeze it in a ziplock bag. When you cook spaghetti sauce, throw it in as part of the tomato paste.

 

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Keeping Track of LeftoversSince I live alone, when I cook an item of food or open a whole can, I put the leftover amount usually at least a cup in a l/2 pint jelly jar. I use a stick on file folder label or mailing label and I write the date and contents.

 

Leftovers in Cool Whip Bowl

Cool Whip Bowls for LeftoversMaking meals for my family usually leaves me with leftovers. I use my stock pile of Cool Whip bowls to keep the leftovers in the fridge. I can also write what's inside on the lid or the side.

 

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Reheat Pizza in a Frying PanA great way to reheat leftover pizza is in a frying pan. Place the pizza in the frying pan over medium heat. Cover loosely with a piece of aluminum foil.

 

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Use Leftover Vegetables For Future MealsIf I have less than one serving of cooked vegetables left, they go into an omelette. When I have 1-2 cups left over, they get minced and added to meat loaf, burgers, or poultry stuffing.

 

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Unidentified LeftoversWhen it comes to storing leftovers in Cool Whip bowls, butter bowls, and even Tupperware (or Rubbermaid dishes), I am sure others have had the same problem in their household as I do.

 

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Save Food Containers For LeftoversMy sister-in-law did something for Christmas that we all thought was smart. She saved the containers in which she had purchased take-out food all year. It was easy to just grab and fill them from the left-overs.

 

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Seal Food Using A Recycled Plastic BottleCut about 2 inches below a plastic bottle with cap. Put left over food in plastic bag to store in refrigerator. Pull the plastic up the neck of the bottle and close cap to keep it air tight.

 

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Delicious Add-ins From LeftoversHow many times have you opened the refrigerator and stared at an assortment of leftover items that needed to be used before they spoiled? I have a tight grocery budget and don't want to waste any of the items I purchase.

 

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Using Up Baked PotatoesWhen we have baked potatoes we often have some left over. I scoop out the insides and use it to thicken home-made soup. It adds a delicious flavour.

 

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Freeze Leftover BrothSometimes a recipe calls for broth and you purchase a larger amount than needed. To avoid waste, you can pour the leftover amount into ice cube trays or a plastic container and freeze.

 

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Add Tortilla Chip Crumbs To SoupThe DH was making himself a can of Juanitas Chicken Pozole and decided to add the broken tortilla chips at the bottom of the bag. He added a loose 1.5 - 2 cups and heated the soup on low for 45 minutes to one hour.

 

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Marking LeftoversJust take a piece of Scotch tape and a black felt marker and write in large letters what is in the container. You can also mark directly on the baggie, so it makes it easy for them to find what they want to eat.

 

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Salad Night to Use Up LeftoversWhen we have salad night, we put out leftovers like corn, carrots, chickpeas, cold meats such as roast beef or chicken. We put them all in separate bowls and put out the salad lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, cheese, pickles, and onions, whatever you like in a salad.

 

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Counting on Leftovers for Another MealI like to make up a boxed mix like Rice-a-Roni, then with leftovers I can always add more veggies, next time to what's left. I can also add the appropriate liquid, like tomato juice, milk, or mushroom soup to make soup.

 

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Leftover Rice - Four WaysI recently cooked a whole package of brown rice and made stir fried rice, which was very good. This was for a group buffet and I ended up with quite a bit left over. There are just two of us at home and we didn't want to eat stir fry rice every day for a week.

 

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Store Leftovers in Plastic BagsI used to hate the hassle of putting the left-overs away after our family get-togethers or reunions. I'd have lots of dishes to wash, dry, and put away, before I could sit and relax afterward. Then, I came up with the brilliant idea of pouring the left-overs in large or small plastic bags.

 

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Reuse Takeout Containers For LeftoversI save most of the better take-home containers we get from eating out at restaurants, some are quite sturdy. Whenever any of my married kids comes over for a meal at my house, I'll usually send some leftovers home with them for their lunch the next day.

 

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Add Flavor to CasserolesI use the leftovers in the refrigerator to create a one-dish casserole-type recipe. I gather the leftover veggies, meat/poultry, and pasta/rice/noodles. I usually add something wet, like broth ...

 

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Reuse Jars for LeftoversI was washing an empty Miracle Whip plastic jar for recycling, when I decided the jar would hold a lot of left overs. I use the bowl containers from butter and cream whips, but I realized I can get more in the large Miracle Whip container.

 

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Using Leftovers For A Different DinnerWhile growing up, I watched my mother as she always made food for all of us. Somehow she always had enough even if extended family or friends showed up.

 

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Reuse Margarine Containers for LeftoversWhen I purchase margarine, I buy the one that comes in two small containers, 1/2 lb. in each. They make great containers for leftovers. I just write on the lid what it contains with a black sharpie. Works great.

 

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Ziploc to Cover Opened CansUse a plastic Ziploc bag and rubber band to cover cans when opened. You can reuse the Ziploc baggie by rinsing the outside and putting it back in the drawer for use.

 

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Feeding Your Dog LeftoversI frequently use my crock pot to make meals and that same crock pot leaves behind yummy smelling liquid. Sometimes, I use some of this to add nutrition and flavor to my dog's meals.

 

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Day Old Cinnamon Rolls for Bread PuddingFor richer, sweeter bread pudding, get day old cinnamon rolls instead of bread. They taste so much better and you save money. The cinnamon rolls are always discounted.

 

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Scrambled Eggs and Hot DogsHere's an interesting way to serve scrambled eggs. Cut up left over hot dogs into bite size pieces, saute in butter with onions, and add two scrambled eggs for each hot dog used. Add salt and pepper to taste.

 

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Freeze Individual ServingsMy husband's job keeps him away from home for weeks at a time, so I'm usually cooking for just myself. I came up with this method of preparing them, and then freezing them.

 

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Freeze Leftovers for SoupIf a leftover food is good for a soup, wrap it, write on it what it is, and freeze it. Some things will need to be chopped fine before use, but add a lot of flavor.

 

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Turn Leftover Bread Into CroutonsTo make bread crumbs, toast the heels of bread and chop in a blender. You can use any bread that has gotten dried out; just keep in refrigerator until you have enough bread to make something.

 

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Incorporate Leftovers Into the Next MealWhen cooking a meal, look for ways that you can extend or incorporate that meal into other meals. For example, I boil my pork ribs before baking them with barbecue sauce.

 

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Dealing With LeftoversWhen preparing soups or anything with leftovers to be frozen for later use, I save the excess in ziploc freezer bags. When the food is cooled enough for freezing, lay the bags flat in a baking pan until they are frozen.

 

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Soda Crackers to Keep Salad FreshWhen having a salad, put the dressing on only the portion served. The remaining salad can kept fresh by wrapping soda crackers in a paper towel and placing them in the bowl. Cling wrap the container to seal out the moisture.

 

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Use Dry Erase Pen To Mark LeftoversWhen I put leftovers in Tupperware containers, I use a wet erase marker to write the contents and date on the lid of the container. It stays on there until I wash the container, then it comes right off.

 

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Save Take Out Boxes for Guests to UseAnytime I go to a restaurant and take the rest of my food to-go, I keep the boxes, wash and dry them, and save them for the holidays when friends and family come over.

 

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Make Trifle From Stale CakeStale cake makes great trifle. Just slice up your cake, pile on a dish, and leave it to soak for a couple of hours in either some kind of sweet alcohol like cointreau, sweet sherry, or port OR fruit juice OR strong coffee with sugar.

 

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Quick Leftover LunchI had a few leftovers in the fridge and was not sure what I could have for a quick lunch. I took the bologna and placed it on a plate, then topped with the mashed potatoes and mixed vegetables that I heated in microwave and the fried up an egg for each.

 

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5 Things To Do with Leftover StewMake a big batch of stew, enough for leftovers. For a quick and easy meal pick one of the following and serve the leftover stew on top of cooked rice, noodles, or mashed potatoes. Super good and filling.

 

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Crispy Reheated PizzaWe love pizza and usually buy the large one for just the two of us. Of coarse, we always have enough left for another meal or snack. To reheat and keep the crust crispy just heat in a non stick skillet and med-low till warm. The crust will remain crispy.

 

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Add The Juice From Canned Fruit To Your Juice PitcherI always have a pitcher of orange juice made, so whenever I open any can of fruit I always add the juices left at the bottom to the orange juice so as to not waste a drop!

 

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Frugal Uses for Leftover VeggiesWhen I have just a small amount of vegetables or gravy left over, I put them in a container and freeze them. When I make soups or stews, I add this container (or containers). I do the same thing with some leftover juices like V8 or tomato juice, makes for a hardier stew.

 

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Homemade Pot Pie from Freezer LeftoversWhen we were growing up, my mother would take the leftovers at each meal and put in a big plastic ice cream bucket in the freezer. If we had pinto beans tonight and some were left over, she drained them and put them in freezer in the ice cream bucket.

 

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Using Pickle JuiceUse up pickle juice by adding mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until it is the consistency and flavor you prefer. Adding pickle juice with spices to sour cream makes a tasty dip for veggies too.

 

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Use Leftover Meat on PizzaIf you have leftover burgers, sausage, etc. from grilling, slice or crumble them and use on a homemade pizza. If you don't want to make the pizza right away, slice or crumble the meats and freeze in a zip-lock bag.

 

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Turn Leftover Burgers Into Pizza BurgersIf you have left-over burgers from the grill, put them in a skillet and top with pepperoni and pizza sauce. Simmer until good and hot. Top with mozzarella cheese and cover with a lid until cheese is melted.

 

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Using Your Leftover VegetablesThis is so frugal and easy! Put a big plastic container in the freezer and every night after dinner put the tiny bit of leftover veggies and/or potatoes that you usually throw in the garbage in the container, juice and all.

 

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Make Chicken Broth From Rotisserie ChickensWhen I purchase a rotisserie chicken, I strip the meat from the bones and use the bones and non-meaty part of the chicken wings to make chicken broth for my next batch of chicken soup, some of which I freeze in ice cube trays for a quick cup-of-soup.

 

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Make "Lasagna" From Leftover MacaroniLeftover macaroni with tomato sauce can be transformed to lasagna (instead of using lasagna noodles). Just add some fresh vegetables and cheese.

 

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Use Left Over Fries in StewI already had leftover pot roast to which I added cooked carrots and heated all in thinned leftover gravy. To this mixture, I added the cut up leftover french fries. Voila! The fries were just like regular potato pieces in the stew.

 

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Storing Leftover Soda PopAlways store 2 litre bottles of soda, once opened, on their sides in the fridge. As long as there is enough soda in the bottle to cover the cap, the soda will keep its fizz.

 

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Perk Up Leftover RiceWant to perk up leftover plain rice or Rice A Roni Pilaf rice? Combine the rice with partially defrosted stir fry vegetables and soy sauce (to your taste).

 

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Freeze Leftover Bread As CubesI always have a couple of pieces of a loaf of bread left over that are getting dried up. I cut them into 3/4 inch cubes and store them in a zip-loc bag in the freezer.

 

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Save Bread Ends for Bread CrumbsSave your bread-ends in a plastic bag in the freezer until you have a quart or more.These should not be dried out first. Thaw out and process in a blender or food processor until crumbs are coarse.

 

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Use Plastic Bags for LeftoversInstead of using plastic wrap, that sometimes fails to stick properly, use plastic bags for some leftovers.

 

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Boil the Bones for Soup StockMake a joint of meat (or a turkey or chicken) last a week by boiling the bones to make stock for soup. Just cover with cold water, bring to the boil and simmer for two hours.

 

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Uses For Leftover ChiliI like to make enough chili so that I have leftovers for another easy meal. Here are two ways I like to use the leftovers: Bake a potato and top it with heated leftover chili, top the chili with sour cream and sprinkled cheese.

 

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Leftover Thanksgiving Meal ContainersI buy the throw-away aluminum baking pans with lids to send leftovers home for my guests. Example: for my three children, I buy 2 pans for each family; one for the main meal leftovers and one for desserts.

 

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Freeze Leftover Liquids in Empty Water BottlesTo save leftover broth or juice that is about to expire, or any sauces or juices that you want to save; use your empty water bottles. This will work great for Thanksgiving, when you are making broth from the very last remnants of the turkey.

 

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Process Leftover Roast and VegetablesNo one at my home likes dark meat or leftovers for that matter. I learned to get around that by taking leftover dark meat, or any leftover vegetables from a roast, and throwing them in the food processor. This is a great way to "fool" the family, and add flavor at the same time.

 

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Leftover RiceWe made too much rice for our dinner, and had a lot left over. Rather than waste it, I put it into portions in freezer bags. I tied a knot half way-up after squeezing the air out, and put it in the refrigerator.

 

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Serve Leftover Spaghetti in Taco ShellsI had left over spaghetti, from the day before. I mashed up the spaghetti with a potato masher and I put into a pot to heat up. I added a little more spaghetti sauce to prevent dryness. I added a pack of mozzarella cheese and 1/2 pack of cheddar cheese.

 

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Make Meatballs From Leftover MeatloafI always have left over meat loaf. After it cools, I roll into one inch meat balls. I put 12-14 meat balls into a freezer bag.

 

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Use Up Extra Milk By Making PuddingDon't let the milk spoil. I stock up on our favorite pudding when it's on sale at Walgreens (Usually 3/$1). If my milk is close to expiring I just make a batch of pudding for dessert.

 

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Freeze Jar Extras in Ice Cube TraysOnce you have opened a large jar of a product, usually it goes into the refrigerator, and sometimes spoils if you do not use it quickly enough. Why waste opening another jar, or buying more of that item?

 

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Fun Leftovers With Mystery DinnersHere's a great way to use leftovers that is a lot of fun for kids. When our kids were young, every so often we'd have a Mystery Dinner. The older kids were allowed to use whatever was in the refrigerator or pantry.

 

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Viva la Frozen Leftovers!We had three meals from a crock pot roast. The first night we had sweet potatoes that were frozen (leftovers) from a previous meal 2 weeks ago.

 

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Make Extra Pasta for Pasta SaladWhen you make pasta (mac, etc.), save 3 or more cups of it. Rinse it and put in the fridge for pasta salad the next day.

 

Eliminating Food Waste

Eliminating Leftovers and Food WasteIt seems I am the only person in my home that will eat leftovers. Would you throw cold hard cash in the garbage pail or down the garbage disposal?

 

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Add Leftover Cheese to SaucesI love different cheeses, but I don't always get to finish them, so if I have some leftover that has gone moldy I cut off the mold and make them into a cheese sauce.

 

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Indulge in a Snack MealMy children have always enjoyed snacks and would gladly eat them for a meal if I would allow it. Occasionally I do indulge them in a snack lunch or dinner and they think they are really getting a big treat!

 

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Give Containers for Leftovers During the HolidaysEvery year for the Holidays, my family gatherings produce an abundance of great food. The problem is there are a lot of leftovers, and not enough mouths in the home we gathered at, to eat them. So for the past few years I have brought my own frugal gift to each of my relatives.

 

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Use Cereal For Crumb CrustsLeft over or stale sweetened cereals can be crushed and made into crusts for ice cream and other fruit flavored cream pies; also chocolate cereals for other flavors.

 

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Save Leftover Chip CrumbsWhen you get to the bottom of the chip bag and the tortilla chip bags there are always broken chips in the bottom. The broken potato chip pieces make wonderful casserole toppings, filler in meatloaf, coating for chicken and other meats for frying, etc.

 

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Freeze Leftover Sauce in an Ice Cube TrayIf you have left over tomato sauce from an 8 ounce can, don't throw it away or stash it in the fridge where it could be forgotten. Instead, I pour the rest into an ice cube tray. After they're frozen, pop them into a ziplock bag.

 

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Cook and Store Holiday FoodsThis time of year I start letting the items in my freezer dwindle, and take time to clean it out so there will be plenty of room for holiday foods. I try to buy in bulk, so when I cook I fill my oven or can use large pots.

 

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Storing Food While TravelingWhen traveling, I make sure I bring along a variety of ziplocks, rubber bands and various sized twist-ties. These come in very handy for saving left-over snacks and other food, such as restaurant remnants.

 

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"Clean Out The Fridge" DinnerHave a "clean out the fridge/freezer" meal. Go through your cupboards and fridge and combine foods. I use old Salsa on noodles with left over cheese. This cleans out your supplies and rotates your cupboards.

 

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Eat Your Potatoes, Peelings and AllWhen I peel potatoes, I leave a small amount of the potato on the peeling and place the pieces in a bowl of cold water. I then drain them and pat dry. I place the peelings on a greased pan in a single layer.

 

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Use Leftover Coleslaw for Second MealMy family loves coleslaw and salads and I make them often BUT not with mayo or salad cream. I dress them with a little oil and vinegar and then serve them up.

 

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Leftover Garden Veggie CakesWhen you have small amounts of soft veggies left over (squash, potatoes, etc.), add them to an egg and cornmeal, make into patties and fry in skillet.

 

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Easy Leftover Steak DinnerIf you make steak and have any left, here is a recipe we made up and thought you might like it. You can do this with any kind of steak and make steak sandwiches with mozzarella cheese and mushrooms. Add green peppers for a pepper steak.

 

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Four Different Ideas for Roast BeefTo save money, buy a large roast beef. The first night have roast beef, the next night, make hot roast beef sandwiches and chop up the remaining roast beef.

 

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Use Stale Crackers in Place of BreadcrumbsWhen a casserole calls for a bread crumb topping, try using cheese-flavored or other flavored crackers instead. Crush them up, top your casserole with them, and drizzle on some butter or margarine and bake.

 

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Ways to Use Up LeftoversHere are some strategies for leftovers: For pasta leftovers, like spaghetti, beat with eggs and cheese for Shipwreck. It doesn't take much pasta to make a meal of this.

 

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Microwave For Moist Leftover RiceLeftover rice too dry? Put it in a ziplock bag, add water, seal, shake, and microwave. Tastes moist and fresh!

 

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Ice Cube Trays Are Not Just For Ice AnymoreI purchased a set of 4 trays for $1 at my local discount store and have used them for all sorts of non-ice items. Cubes thaw faster than blocks of food in larger sizes, and store easily in zipper freezer bags. Just be sure to label the bags.

 

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Store Leftovers In Clear Containers and In One PlaceI was cleaning out the refrigerator yesterday and had to throw out several containers of leftovers because they had spoiled. While doing that task, I was on the telephone talking with a friend.

 

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Freeze Milk Before It Goes BadTo use up milk or cream when it is nearing the expiration date, I will freeze into ice cubes. I then will pop them out and place into a freezer bag for later use.

 

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Remember The Leftovers Instead Of The Drive ThruWhen out running errands, it is so easy to think about going thru the drive thru at my favorite restaurant, on the way home or halfway through my errand trip. If I've finished my errands and am going home, I try to remember what's in my fridge as leftovers.

 

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Leftover Spaghetti TipIf you have cooked too much spaghetti, take the leftovers from either the freezer (let thaw) or the fridge. Bring a pan of water to boil then turn it off.

 

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Ham LeftoversHere are some ways to make use of ham leftovers: ham and cheese omelets, ham and cheese sandwiches, split pea soup...

 

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Use Lettuce To Reheat BeefThis tip is for reheating beef in the microwave, really great for prime rib! Wrap the meat in lettuce leaves and reheat as normal.

 

Organizing and Using Leftovers

Organizing and Using LeftoversTips from our readers for organizing leftovers and ways to use them. It is possible to use every bit of leftovers in a different way so there is no waste.

 

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Clean Out The Fridge Before Garbage DayI always clean out food from the fridge every week on the day before trash day. That way, there is no rot smell in the house or rotting food in the fridge.

 

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Roast Beef For Five Different MealsIf we have roast beef, I cook it with lots of veggies until it is very well done. The first night, we have veggies and gravy with the beef.

 

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Using Up Corn And Flour TortillasEvery time I purchase a small package of tortillas, about half of the package sits for days on the counter top or in the fridge 'til I wonder about its freshness and throw it out.

 

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Tortilla Strips From Leftover WrapsEvery so often I buy wraps and try to vary the flavors that I select. If it turns out that it is a flavor that my family is not crazy about, I end up with a lot of wraps which I certainly can't eat all by myself.

 

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Make Soups With Any LeftoversSoups are a great way to use up small amounts of meat and left over veggies. Fresh herbs that are starting to wilt can often be salvaged in these dishes.

 

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Uses For Leftover Baked ChickenWhen I bake chicken, whatever chicken is left over I take and pull off the bones and make chicken salad. I can also take the chicken and put barbecue sauce with it and use it for tacos.

 

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Baked Potatoes With Leftover ToppingsLast night for dinner, we all used leftovers with a baked potato as the starter. I had several leftovers in the refrigerator. You can come up with you own leftover toppings. We will continue to do the same at our house. I covered my baked potato with leftover broccoli and cheese.

 

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Reheating Leftovers In The CrockpotI had a lot of small containers of leftovers after Thanksgiving; and wanted to heat everything at once with not enough pans to do the job.

 

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Designate an Area In Your Fridge for LeftoversDesignate an Area In Your Fridge for Leftovers. Leftovers usually need to be used first so create a space on the top shelf of your fridge just for leftovers. It will help you use them before they go bad and prevent moldy surprises when you clean out your fridge.

 

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Boosting LeftoversGet more servings out of leftovers by adding more ingredients. For example, if you have some leftover vegetable soup, but only enough for a couple servings, add some chicken broth and a can of vegetables or tomatoes.

 

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Leftover Pizza Toppings In OmeletsWhen ever we have pizza, we get it with onions, green peppers, olives, pepperoni, sausage, ham, cheese, and tomatoes on it. We save the leftovers to use the next morning in omelets.

 

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Reheating Pizza and Keeping It CrispReheat pizza in non-stick pan to warm on a medium low setting on the stove top. . .

 

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Hate to Cook? Hate leftovers?Hate to Cook? Hate leftovers?

 

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Packaging Quick MealsI save the black microwave containers that frozen packaged food comes in. When I am making casseroles, chili, etc., I fill them. I use Glad Press and Seal and make my own instant food for my teenage son.

 

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Pasta Salad from LeftoversPasta salad with veggies is quick and easy, if you think leftovers. During the summer months, I try to keep a container of cooked rotini noodles in the freezer. If I find I have small amounts of cooked vegetables, such as broccoli, grilled zucchini, carrots...

 

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Using Leftover DipsLeftovers need never go to waste. Cheddar and salsa dip goes well in macaroni and cheese, and on broccoli. Salsa alone is good in spaghetti sauce and over chicken breast...

 

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