From curries to banana bread, you’ll be grateful for these leftovers

Dishes That Shine as Leftovers

Let’s be honest: Eating leftovers can sometimes feel like a chore. A once-crisp salad will wilt, juicy chicken breast will dry out and fluffy rice will lose its soft texture. Meal prep can be a practical solution to our busy schedules, but it doesn’t always leave us with food we’re excited to eat. That’s where these recipes come in. We’ve rounded up dishes don’t merely keep well — they actually improve with time. Curries are a whole category of dishes that tend to taste better with time. The more time the spices have to mingle, the more the flavors will come together. There are many versions of chana masala, and this one features a thick sauce that goes perfectly over rice. You’ll find that the flavors come through even more boldly in the leftovers, and as a bonus, this dish freezes very well.

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