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15 Sunday Dinners That Guarantee Leftovers Through the Week

Posted by Mardi Michels. Last Updated on March 22, 2020

Cooking once and eating twice (or more!) is one of the greatest pleasures. And if you’re going to spend your Sunday making a lasagna, roast chicken or brisket, it's comforting to know that there will be leftovers to take you through the week. Here are some favourite "double duty" recipes to enjoy on the weekend and beyond!

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Chicken Tetrazzini Casserole

<p>There’s a reason casseroles have been popular for decades — piling all the components of a full dinner into a serving dish and baking them together is a satisfying and stress-free exercise. Poached chicken breasts stay juicy with a bath of chicken stock, heavy cream and sherry, then topped with a crunchy topping of panko and Parmigiano Reggiano.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/chicken-tetrazzini-casserole-with-cauliflower/15718/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Chicken Tetrazzini Casserole</strong></a></p>
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Chicken Tortilla Casserole

<p>A Mexican take on lasagna, this yummy casserole features layers of tortillas, rice, salsa verde, tomatoes, corn, chicken and beans, cheese and enchilada sauce.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/chicken-tortilla-casserole/17686/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>The Pioneer Woman's Chicken Tortilla Casserole</strong></a></p>
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