15 Sunday Dinners That Guarantee Leftovers Through the Week

Posted on October 24, 2018 by Mardi Michels

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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Grilled Pork Tenderloin

This grilled pork tenderloin dish is sweet and spicy and so tender! Make this for dinner, and then you can use the leftovers in sandwiches the next day – if there's any left, that is. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/grilled-pork-tenderloin-a-la-rodriguez-with-guava-glaze-and-orange-habanero-mojo/15983/" target="_blank">Grilled Pork Tenderloin a la Rodriguez</a>
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Classic Shepherd's Pie

Comfort food doesn’t get more comforting than the shepherd’s pie, with savoury ground beef (or, if you’re a purist, ground lamb) topped by fluffy mashed potatoes baked until a crusty golden-brown crust is formed on top. Alton Brown’s recipe for this culinary classic is the perfect dinner for a chilly winter night. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/alton-browns-shepherds-pie/15959/" target="_blank">Alton Brown’s Shepherd’s Pie</a>
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Ina Garten Make-Ahead Turkey Meatloaf

Make a big batch of meatloaf on the weekends and enjoy it through the week - as sandwiches, paired with roast veggies for quick dinners or mixed with beans and cheese for a simple stuffed pepper filling. No matter how you enjoy it, Ina Garten’s recipe delivers delicious, healthy flavour to your dinner table, any night of the week. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/ina-gartens-turkey-meatloaf/15408/" target="_blank">Ina Garten's Turkey Meatloaf</a>
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Brisket

Brisket is the perfect meal to make in a large batch of and enjoy on the day for dinner and through the week for lunches. Nothing better than a brisket sandwich and you can easily use the meat in tacos too!. You’ll be glad you made extra! Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/smoked-bbq-brisket/18326/" target="_blank">Bobby Flay’s Smoked BBQ Brisket</a>
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Leftovers Pie

Transform all your dinner leftovers into one perfect dinner pie. Mashed potatoes are the base, while ham, carrots, kale and eggs make for will become a tasty pie you can bake up with ease. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/easter/blog/how-to-make-the-most-of-your-easter-leftovers/" target="_blank">Easter Dinner Leftovers Casserole</a>
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Classic Spaghetti and Meatballs

Meatballs are the perfect dish to batch cook on the weekends. Not only do they make a fabulous Sunday supper but they reheat really well and make for a tasty desk lunch though the week! Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/shows/food-network-canada-chef-school/recipe/spaghetti-and-meatballs-with-veal-and-ricotta/21293/" target="_blank">Mark McEwan’s Spaghetti and Meatballs with Veal and Ricotta</a>
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Kale and Portobello Lasagna

Lasagna is a classic “make ahead” meal that always tastes better the next day. This lightened up version of the dish layers meaty portobello mushrooms, kale, roasted red peppers, and a ricotta cheese mixture between tender noodles. Great on Sunday for dinner, even better for lunches through the week! Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/healthified-kale-and-portobello-lasagna/20186/" target="_blank">Healthified Kale and Portobello Lasagna</a>
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Hearty Chili Con Carne

Chili con carne always tastes better the next day so make a big batch of this and enjoy it through the week. A hearty meal that just needs reheating is the perfect way to make sure you get dinner on the table even during the busiest of weeks and chili is a great topper for baked potatoes too, for dinner with a difference! Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/chili-con-carne/17851/" target="_blank">Chili Con Carne</a>
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Mixed Roasted Vegetables

This gorgeous medley of harvest root vegetables with dried herbs is such a simple yet side dish for your Sunday dinner but if you have leftovers, you can combine them with some stock, add a splash of cream and voilà, hearty vegetable soup with no fuss to enjoy through the week!. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/roasted-potatoes-carrots-parsnips-and-brussels-sprouts/17058/" target="_blank">Giada De Laurentiis’ Roasted Potatoes, Carrots, Parsnips and Brussels Sprouts</a>
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Baked Ham Dinner

One of the best things about a ham dinner is leftovers! Use leftovers to make ham sandwiches, omelettes or even fried rice throughout the week. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/double-mustard-and-herb-crusted-ham/18190/" target="_blank">Double Mustard and Herb Crusted Ham</a>
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Perfect Roast Chicken

Roast chicken is one of the best meals to make on a weekend because not only will you eat well for dinner but you can enjoy the leftovers through the week. Use chicken to make tacos, quesadillas, sandwiches or even soup for the ultimate “cook once, eat twice” dinner! Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/perfect-roast-chicken/15388/" target="_blank">Ina Garten’s Perfect Roast Chicken</a>
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Smoked Prime Rib With Red Wine Steak Sauce

Roast beef is the ultimate Sunday Dinner and what’s even better than that is how you can stretch your leftovers to make more fabulous meals through the week - sandwiches, tacos, stir fries, soup, even pasta sauces are all great ways to make a quick dinner with your leftover beef! Get the recipe for Bobby Flay’s <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/smoked-prime-rib-with-red-wine-steak-sauce/18330/" target="_blank">Smoked Prime Rib With Red Wine Steak Sauce</a>
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Slow Cooker Thai Red Curry

Bring the warm flavours of Thailand into your kitchen with this comforting curry soup. Thai red curry paste, onion, ginger and garlic create an aromatic base of flavour that is tempered with creamy coconut milk. No need for take-out! Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/everyday-cooking/blog/slow-cooker-thai-red-curry-soup/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Slow Cooker Thai Red Curry Chicken Soup</a>
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Chicken Tetrazzini Casserole

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. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/chicken-tetrazzini-casserole-with-cauliflower/15718/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Chicken Tetrazzini Casserole</a>
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Chicken Tortilla Casserole

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