Each year, France would throw away between 20 and 30% of the
food produced. To reduce food waste, learn to cook quick and tasty recipes. In
addition, it is economical!
We are talking about consuming better , in particular thanks
to applications and the transition to zero waste . You still have to know how
to cook leftovers! We most often think of meatballs , quiches … There are also
our delicious recipes for cooking leftovers . Follow our tips for saving ,
enjoying and having fun while savoring new recipes.
What to do
with leftover meat?
Certain meats such as beef or roast beef can be eaten cold
in a salad, a burger, in a sandwich and with a little sauce to spice up the
dish (mustard, ketchup, etc.). Both poultry and chicken are also suitable for
cold tasting, especially during picnics or improvised meals. N e not throw the
carcass, use it to make home broths . Another easy dish to make with leftovers:
the famous dumplings or vegetable fritters that can be cooked with leftover
meat and vegetables. If you don't like it, you have the choice between savory
or sweet pies, pies or a pasta gratinwith shredded meat, it's even easier (a
real full dish). Use sauces like béchamel for gratins .
What to do
with leftover fish?
To use leftover fish , crumble them coarsely and incorporate
them in recipes for cake, pie, meatballs (I hope you like that), Parmentier,
but also gratins . After crumbling the fish, mix it with mashed potatoes and
chopped herbs. Make balls, flatten them and pass them in the breadcrumbs. Make
them fry . Serve them with fries, salad, rice… You can even freeze them and
serve them when you're short on time.
What to do
with leftover roast chicken?
We don't throw anything away, we recycle everything! The
carcass for a broth, the egg whites, wings or thighs for nuggets (for example)
or in a soup (crushed or not). And for quick and easy recipes, nothing better
than wraps, sandwiches or salads , and in the evening with the family, think of
stuffed and woks with vegetables .
How long
can we keep leftovers?
To avoid losses, take a good look at the DLC (use by dates)
and sort according to the dates from the closest to the most distant. The
meats, stews, eggs and vegetables will keep 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator and
up to 3 months in the freezer . The poultry and fish cooked to retain 4 days
and up to 6 months in the freezer . How to properly preserve your food to
preserve the benefits? Take care to wrap your leftovers in film or food bag.
The broths and sauces can be stored 6 months in the freezer while fresh
homemade soups not more2 days in the refrigerator or 4 months in the freezer .
