Leftover Ideas: Turn One Dinner into Two
Every Dinner Refill recipe ends with a leftover idea. A few that work every time:
- Chili → chili mac, or spooned over baked potatoes.
- Roast chicken → quesadillas, BBQ baked potatoes, salads.
- Meatballs → meatball subs.
- Rice → fried rice or rice bowls with a fried egg.
- Soup → freeze in 2-cup containers for lunches.
Food-safety basics
Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours and eat within 3–4 days, per USDA guidance. Reheat to 165°F. When in doubt, throw it out.
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