I
think it’s well documented by now on this blog how much I love leftovers: they
have their own tag over there on the right, which is the ultimate proof as far
as I’m concerned. Sometimes I purposely cook more than I need of some foods to
lay the groundwork for a leftovers meal; more often, though, I just cook a lot
of food, and then I have to figure out a way to use it up.
Reheating
some for lunch is always an option, of course. But I’ve tried to get into the
habit, when doing my weekly menu plan, of leaving one night unscheduled. This
is a challenge to myself, to find a creative way of using up whatever leftovers
might be lurking in the fridge. I call these MacGyver meals, in homage to the
80s US television series in which the title character frequently extracts
himself from perilous situations using things like paper clips and gum
wrappers. Repurposing leftover proteins, starches, and vegetables into
something tasty and dinner-worthy might not be a life-or-death dilemma, but achieving it does
make me feel a little bit like Superwoman.
Here
are some of my favorite vehicles for MacGyver meals:
Omelets/frittatas
Sandwiches/toasties/quesadillas
SoupsStuffed peppers
Are there others I've missed? Fill me in!
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