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Steve B wrote:
> Can you give some examples of the use of left overs or things less
> prissy people will keep instead of tossing. Using once brewed coffee
> grounds has been mentioned. Twice cooked potatos don't qualify.
>


Leftover meats can easily be used in hash. They can also be ground or
chopped, mixed with some sautéed onion and perhaps some gravy or broth and
wrapped in crepes.

Mashed potatoes can be make into patties with added ingredients of your
choice (cheese, chopped veggies) and fried.



> How about that vacuum sealing deal? Would that lengthen shelf life?


Certainly does, by a factor of 3 to 5.