Category Archives: leftovers

Jan 20

Instant Pot Beef Stew

Yep, another recipe using my IP! I can’t help it – it’s just too easy. Biscuit recipe coming soon! And yes, those were made in the oven 😉 Instant Pot Beef Stew adapted from Imperfectly Happy 2 pounds stew meat … Continue reading →

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Dec 17

Buffalo Chicken Nachos

This is one of those “let me clear out the fridge and see what I can scrounge up” kinds of dishes. We’ve all been there. And your mind changes 100 times while going through what you have. You think you’re … Continue reading →

Posted in appetizers, cheese, chicken, leftovers, QuickAndEasy, snacks |

Chicken Chili with Black Beans & Corn

There’s something about an easy meal that keeps on giving. A dish that is practically effortless and makes enough to feed you for quite some time (hooray for freezer meals!). And did I mention that it’s a one pot meal? … Continue reading →

Posted in beans, cheese, chicken, chili, freezer friendly, leftovers, low carb, main dishes, make ahead, Mexican, QuickAndEasy, stew, Uncategorized |

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Feb 20

Love Loaf (aka Pioneer Woman’s Favorite Meatloaf)

Yeah, yeah, yeah…I know Valentine’s Day was last week. And here’s what we had for dinner. A Love Loaf! See what I mean? Don’t limit this dish to once a year. Share the love on birthdays, anniversaries, Thursdays…a real meatloaf … Continue reading →

Posted in bacon, beef, cheese, leftovers, main dishes, make ahead |

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Nov 9

Thanksgiving Shepherd’s Pie

I hope everyone had a great Halloween, because around here, it barely existed! Bella’s school finally had their Halloween parade 2 days ago. Trick or treating was postponed over a week, then turned out to be a big dud. A … Continue reading →

Posted in corn, green beans, leftovers, main dishes, make ahead, potatoes, turkey |

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Apr 26

Chicken Pasta Pesto Bake

I had a bit of a challenging day earlier this week. To sum it up quickly… Got ready for work. Bella got sick. All over the house. Plopped her in the bath. Cleaned it all up…rug, floor, clothes…you get my … Continue reading →

Posted in chicken, leftovers, main dishes, make ahead, mozzarella, pasta, pesto |

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Apr 20

Fried Onion Mac & Cheese

Our recipe swap them this time around was your favorite celebrity recipe. When I received Alton Brown’s Mac & Cheese from Does Not Cook Well With Others, I knew right away I’d be making a few adaptations. After all, I … Continue reading →

Posted in cheddar, cheese, leftovers, main dishes, pasta, side dishes |

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Apr 12

Scalloped Ham and Potato Bake

This week has pretty much been all about Easter leftovers. The other night, we had stuffed shells and meatballs. Another night was eggplant parm. For lunch, I’ve been eating egg salad (or straight up hard boiled eggs). I’m pretty sure … Continue reading →

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Jan 18

Leftover Crack Dip Mac-n-Cheese

So, remember that crack dip I posted last week? You know…everyone’s favorite dip…the one that disappears in a flash…the one you always have to triple the recipe for? Well, something strange happened on New Year’s Eve. I found myself, with last minute … Continue reading →

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Feb 18

So what if it isn’t pretty?

When I noticed I had some extra stuffing from the braciole I made the other day, I started thinking of a way to use it up. Remember, waste not, want not! Originally, I was going to use the portobello mushrooms … Continue reading →