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Top Ten Tips on Packaging Your Leftovers

According to the American Dietetic Association (ADA), 99 percent of all holiday meals generate leftovers. Wrapping food properly in air-tight plastic containers can extend the life of your favorite holiday dishes. Follow these simple food packaging and storage tips to make the most of your holiday leftovers. • To prolong freshness, contain and store foods…

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Chicken Tortilla and Taco Soups from Holly Clegg — A Great Way to Spice Up Thanksgiving Leftovers

Chicken Tortilla Soup Try this short-cut version of one of our favorites—pick up rotisserie chicken for time saver. Serve with tortilla strips, chopped avocado, and shredded reduced fat Mexican blend cheese, if desired. Makes 6 servings 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 2-inch slices 1 onion, chopped 1 teaspoon minced garlic 6…

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Quick Lasagna from Holly Clegg — A Safe-Food Option For Your Thanksgiving Leftovers

Ever wondered what you’ll do with all that leftover Thanksgiving turkey? With the proper plastic storage, you can keep the turkey fresh and safe to eat for quite a while. Holly Clegg, author of Holly Clegg’s trim&TERRIFIC™ FREEZER FRIENDLY MEALS, offers the recipe below to help you make the most of your holiday cooking. Quick…

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Food-Specific Storage Tips

Did you know that grapes keep best in a perforated plastic bag? That’s why most stores sell them that way. Learn more ways to store your favorite foods.

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