Category Archives: left overs

Hand Pies

I was watching “The Chew” a week or so ago and saw a piece on “Hand Pies”.  Now, to channel my inner George Carlin, a hand pie is a pie that you eat with your hand—“Thank you Captain Obvious!” It’s … Continue reading

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Incredible Enchiladas

The best enchiladas I’ve ever had came from a place called Sadies in Albuquerque, New Mexico.  This iconic restaurant is big and every night it’s a hopping place.  New Mexico style enchiladas are “stacked” rather than rolled with an enchilada … Continue reading

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Meatloaf and Eggs

Eating good is often about getting creative with stuff you just happen to have on hand.  Last week I did up a meatloaf.  Two pounds worth.  That means leftovers. I love meatloaf sandwiches.  One of my favorite ways is to … Continue reading

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Homemade Reuben Sandwiches

The other day I wrote about grilled Corned beef and how easy and tasty it is.  So, what do you do with the leftovers?  That’s really easy—make a homemade Reuben sandwich that is as tasty as anything you’ll get at … Continue reading

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Carnitas Burritos with Salsa Verde

About a month ago I cooked a big 6 lb. bone-in pork shoulder.  I did it with a “Cuban Mojo” marinade and sauce.  (Here’s a link:  http://www.cheap-bastid-cooks.com/cuban-mojo-pork-roast/). We had a fantastic dinner that included sweet potato “discs” along with extra … Continue reading

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