Ways to give leftovers a lift!!

Mashed Potato Make-overs
Add a beaten egg and 1 tablespoon of flour to 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes. Then stir in some chopped onion and shredded cheddar cheese. Shape into thin patties and cook in a skillet over melted butter. Brown on both sides.

Combine leftover mashed potatoes with chopped onion and shredded cheese, then bake.

Split hotdogs lengthwise. Stuff with leftover mashed potatoes; top with cheese and paprika, then bake.

Simmer chopped onions and celery in butter until tender. Stir in leftover mashed potatoes and enough milk to make a broth. Heat the mixture, then top this tasty soup with crumbled bacon and shredded cheddar cheese

Baked Potato Cover-Up
Cut leftover baked potatoes lengthwise into quarters, dip in
melted butter, roll in parmesan cheese, then bake at 350º for about 20 minutes or until they’re golden and crispy.

Rice Rerun
Combine leftover rice with an undiluted can of cream of mushroom soup. Spread the mixture into a casserole dish, top with a can of green beans, and bake until hot.

Taco Turnaround
Warm leftover taco meat in the skillet and add flour to form a paste. Stir in milk to make a savory gravy and serve it over biscuits.

Chili Comeback
Put corn chips on plates, spoon warmed leftover chili over and garnish with shredded cheddar cheese and diced tomatoes, avocados, and green onions.

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Brought to you by USU Dietetics |Alicia Allen, Amy Straley, Michelle Whipple