7. Reinvent Pasta into a Casserole
Pasta is one of the easiest meals to stretch into a second life. Got spaghetti or penne sitting in the fridge? Mix it with sauce and sprinkle on cheese and breadcrumbs. Bake until bubbly, and you’ve created a comforting casserole.
Even if the pasta is a little dry, the sauce and cheese will bring it back to life. Add in leftover vegetables or sausage, and you’ve got a hearty dish that tastes nothing like “yesterday’s dinner.”
8. Wrap It Up
Wraps are lifesavers for busy households. Almost anything can be rolled into a tortilla and taste amazing. Leftover roasted chicken and veggies? Wrap them with hummus. Last night’s chili? Spoon it into a tortilla with some shredded cheese. Even leftover scrambled eggs can become a breakfast wrap the next morning.
Wraps are also portable, so you can pack them for work or school lunches, saving money on takeout.
