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Pizza - There is no denying that pizza tastes incredible fresh out of the oven or box. That being said, pizza can also be delicious re-heated or even cold.

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Thanksgiving dinner - The North American holiday may be based around a family dinner, but let's talk about family leftovers. Combining turkey, stuffing, green bean casserole, and cranberry sauce in a sandwich will give you something to be thankful for several days later.

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Chinese food - When you order Chinese takeout, do yourself a favor and order enough for leftovers! It's quick, easy, and, for some bizarre reason, always tastes better the next day.

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Vegetarian chili - Ready for some comfort food? Vegetarian chili is delicious, nutritious, and, if you make a large pot, can be dinner for days.

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Fried chicken - This one is definitely going to get some arguments, but some people swear by leftover fried chicken. Twice fried and twice as nice?

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Stew - Leftover stew tastes better for a very real reason—marinating! The longer it sits, the richer the flavor. 

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Pad thai - Looking for a great dinner that makes an even better lunch? Pad thai is the gift that keeps on giving.

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Chicken pot pie - Chicken pot pie is delicious the next day!

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Indian food - This is tried and tested: Indian food totally tastes better as a leftover. Re-heat your curry or tikka masala and discover just how good your second Indian meal can be.

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Meatloaf - Leftover meatloaf can be transformed into a completely different meal. Try meatloaf in chili, spaghetti, or in a grilled sandwich.

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Chicken noodle soup - When you are feeling under the weather, cooking can feel like a chore. That's why leftover chicken noodle soup can be a sick day savior! 

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Macaroni and cheese - If you aren't eating leftover mac and cheese, then you aren't doing it right! Just sprinkle on more cheese and put it in the oven, and watch as your day-old dish gets new life.

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Lasagna - Italian food has a magical way of just tasting better the next day. Lasagna is the perfect example. Cook in excess, freeze the extras, and reheat when desired.

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Scalloped potatoes - Scalloped potatoes, also known as potatoes gratis, are always delicious. However, the next day you may be surprised with how the onion, garlic, and herbs become twice as flavorful. 

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Fried rice - Fried rice is the perfect dish to meal prep and bring to school or work the next day.

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Apple pie - Okay, apple pie is good all the time! But when you start your morning with a slice of leftover pie, it's pretty much guaranteed to be a good day.

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Chili con carne - Similar to veggie chili, chili con carne is delicious as a leftover meal. Let the meat get those extra hours of marinating and discover how good it can really be. 

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Pasta - Raise your hand if you are partial to leftover pasta! Sprinkle on some Parmesan cheese and say "Mamma Mia" to your leftover luxury.

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Roast beef - Tired of have dinner for lunch? Turn your roast beef into something completely different. From taco filling to a delicious pasta base, you won't even recognize your plate from the past. 

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Mashed potatoes - Mashed potatoes is one of those dishes where it's basically impossible to only make one portion. That's where leftover mash comes in. Add a little more butter and salt and you are good to go.

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Quiche - Don't question eating quiche the next day. As a leftover meal it is just as good, if not better.

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Broccoli and cheese casserole - If you like broccoli and you like cheese, then you should definitely be putting them together in casserole form and enjoying this meal the next day.

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Chicken and dumplings - On a molecular level, soups and stews just taste better the next day. Don't question it—it's science.

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Tuna salad - Making your leftovers into a salad is a great way to go from dinner to lunch without much planning.

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Ham - If you had ham for dinner, don't let your meat go to waste: turn it into a sandwich the next day!

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Steak - The reason steak tastes better as leftovers is because the protein continues to break down and release amino acids, which makes the flavor richer.

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Gumbo - Have you ever had Louisiana's staple dish? Gumbo is a beautiful blend of cultural influences and flavors. Plus, it's a delicious leftover.

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Sausage - Similar to steak, sausage is another meat that will taste more savory the next day. 

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Burritos -

It's a Mexican family secret to roll and freeze burritos in advance. If you need a quick meal, even months later, you will be thanking yourself for this delicious leftover treat!

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