The key is to pick the right type of dinner recipe and upping the amount you make. Do that and you can get leftovers into lunch containers before the dinner dishes are done. Here are a few tips for packing up leftovers:
Invest in a sturdy thermos that keeps hot food hot. The old-school Thermos brand is a reliable option. Heat soup, chili, or any food that you want to keep warm until piping hot. Then, get it into the thermos straight away. If you have time, preheat your thermos by pouring in boiling water. Dump it out just before you add the reheated food. For chilled items, you’ll need a small cold pack. Alternatively, fill a water bottle nearly to the top and freeze it overnight. It can serve as an ice pack that will defrost by lunch time, so it doubles as an icy cold way to stay hydrated.
Now the question is, “What to cook for dinner, so you have extras the next day?” Below you’ll find 10 recipes that make great leftovers and can be scaled up with ease.
