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A Short Defense of Leftovers
Sabina Marlowe · May 4, 2026 · Voice
We treat leftovers as a consolation prize, but plenty of dishes are built to improve overnight. Stews, braises, and curries all deepen.
Cool food quickly and store it properly, then rewarm it gently. A low, slow reheat keeps texture intact.
Plan for it on purpose. A double batch of something that ages well is one of the quietest luxuries in home cooking.
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