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]]>Ingredients:
- 2 cups of shredded cooked chicken (leftover rotisserie or roasted chicken works well)
- 8 cups of chicken broth
- 1 cup of sliced carrots
- 1 cup of celery
- 1 cup of onion
- 4 cloves of garlic
- 2 cups of egg noodles
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges (optional, for serving)
Instructions:
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions, celery, and carrots. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and continue to sauté for an additional minute until fragrant. Pour in the chicken broth, and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Stir in the shredded chicken, dried thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Reduce the heat to simmer, allowing the flavors to meld for at least 15 minutes.
- In a separate pot, cook the egg noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside. Just before serving, add the cooked egg noodles to the soup, allowing them to absorb the savory broth.
- Taste the soup and adjust the seasonings as needed. Ladle the chicken noodle soup into bowls, garnish with freshly chopped parsley, and serve with optional lemon wedges for an extra burst of flavor.
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]]>Turkey Pasta Bake
If you cooked a turkey for Thanksgiving or Christmas, then you probably know exactly how it feels to think of how to finish all those leftovers. By adding your leftover turkey to a mix of pasta, mozzarella, herbs and spices, you can enjoy a succulent turkey pasta bake.
Leftover Porridge Pancakes
Did you cook more porridge than you can handle? Before you throw the remainder out, consider turning it into a pancake. For this recipe, you’ll need water or milk as well as flour, bicarbonate soda, and honey.
Lemon Chicken Soup
If you made a large roast chicken for your dinner guests, then throw the remainder into a pot to create this lemon chicken soup. Add risotto rice, celery stalks, and eggs along with the lemon for some added flavor.
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]]>Crispy rice is a great way to repurpose leftover rice because it completely changes the texture and flavor, so it feels like you’re eating a completely new dish instead of just leftovers. This delicious rice recipe can be eaten on its own, dipped in your favorite sauces, or even underneath some fish for a make-your-own sushi kinda thing!
(@jmmarius91)Ingredients:
- Leftover rice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions:
- Pack leftover rice into a 1-inch thick patty. You can do this in a small pan or even on a plate.
- Cut the patty into squares or rectangles in the size you want your crispy rice to be. We recommend 1-2 inch sections.
- Heat the olive oil in a frying pan.
- When the oil is hot, place the rice into the pan and fry until golden brown. Flip and repeat.
- Remove from the pan and enjoy!
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]]>Understanding Aluminum
Leftovers quickly develop bacteria, especially when left out of the fridge. Some bacteria produce toxins that can mess up your health, and this all happens when food has contact with air. When you cover the leftovers with aluminum foil, you’re still allowing air to get in contact with it. It may look sealed, but it’s definitely not unless you’re using the right containers. So what should you use instead?
Shallow, air-tight containers are your best choice. They allow food to cool down quickly once it’s in the fridge. Always remember to store it within two hours of making it so you can avoid the bacteria reproducing. This is especially important for dairy and meat.
If you forgot about the food and left it outside the fridge for longer than two hours, throw it out. If you made more food than you can safely store in the fridge, portion it in the same air-tight containers and keep in the freezer.
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]]>Stock
stock day! This pot gave me more than plenty to use in my recipes and have on hand. Plus my Pretty Kitty got some yummy left over meat to nosh. #thanksgiving #nosh #prep #stock #turkey #makingstock #smellsdelish #lotsofstock #turkeystock #fresh #betterthanstorebought #chefs #chefstable #chefslife #holiday #makingitgood #happycat #caturday #girlchef #goodingredients #foodporn #foodphotography #largequantity #poachedpairsMost people have a whole turkey at their Thanksgiving, and by the end of the night, you might have some left, or you might just have the bones. If you do have bones, you can easily make a stock. All you have to do is boil all the bones in water with any other vegetables and herbs you have left over until the flavor infuses, and you have homemade stock that is super healthy and delicious! You can also add in the meat if you are tired of turkey for a rich broth.
Mashed Potatoes
If you have leftover mashed potatoes but you’re growing tired of them, instead of just reheating them, turn them into mashed potato balls! Combine the potatoes in a bowl with bacon, cheese, onion, and eggs. Mix everything together and shape it into balls. Roll the balls in breadcrumbs and pan-fry them until golden brown. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
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