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"Adapted from Woman's Day magazine. I changed all of the ingredients to lower fat versions, but the original called for the full fat stuff, so by all means use whichever you prefer. Good way to use up a little leftover corn and chicken. If you prefer to not buy pre-bagged salad, just add a little shredded red cabbage,carrots, and sliced radishes..."

Ingredients: chunky salsa, corn...

"I made this one night, trying to use leftovers and do something easy. I took a cue from a beef casserole that I have had before. Instead of the chiles, you could use a 1/2 cup or so of salsa."

Ingredients: green chilies, tater tots...

"A rich delicious soup. Good as a part of suhoor or futoor (iftar) the meals before sunrise and fajr prayer and after sunset & maghreb prayer during the month of Ramadan. Here is what the original poster had to say, "This is not only the most popular dish in Greece but Albania as well. The two countries share many recipes. The Greek dish however..."

Ingredients: dry white beans, onions...

"We had a little steak left over and since it wasn't big enough for the whole family I came up with these :)"

Ingredients: cooking spray, flour tortillas...

"VERY INEXPENSIVE.... AMAZINGLY DELICIOUS....PREPARES IN 20 MINUTES!
My sister makes this amazing recipe for large and small crowds. For such a simple dish, it always impresses. My husband does not like black beans... but he ate this to be polite and LOVES it now! My children were forced to try it and now ask for it by name."

Ingredients: corn tortillas, dried basil...

"There is something about the combination of flavors in this rice salad that really really works! This makes a great side dish for any number of meals and cusines and it tastes great hot or cold (although my family always argues which is better!). Enjoy!"

Ingredients: cilantro, cumin...

"Cooking for 1 or 2 often results in some leftovers. This recipe can be made using leftover chili with beans and is wonderful for a quick meal for 2 served along with a side salad."

Ingredients: egg whites, frozen corn...

"I had some leftover Mexican roast beef and didn't really know what to do with it. I threw a bunch of stuff into a pan and simmered it for awhile. The mixture tasted wonderful! I had thought to make tacos, but then I got lazy, so I made it into a layered casserole instead. This is a very friendly versatile recipe as you can use leftover beef..."

Ingredients: ground cumin, corn tortillas...

"I made split pea and barley soup and was left with only a little bit of each left. I made Lentil soup, and was left with only a little bit of the bag left. I really, really wanted split pea soup tonight, so I decided to put a little bit of each in and see how it goes. I also added some turkey pepperoni instead of ham (so feel free to use whatever smoky..."

Ingredients: pepper, dried split peas...

"This is the perfect go-to recipe if you're looking for something healthy, qulick and filling. The turkey is a learner substitution for ground beef and the fact that there is very little added salt makes it a hearth healthier option. I usually serve this with shredded cheese, sour cream and cornbread on the side!"

Ingredients: cumin, extra virgin olive oil...

"A great New Year's, or anytime, recipe. It's simple to make, heart healthy, and reheats well the next day. This recipe uses turkey instead of pork and omits tomatoes."

Ingredients: Rice-A-Roni, garlic, hot water...

"I believe this came from Tyler Florence a few years back. I may have tweaked it **wink, wink**."

Ingredients: pepper, fennel bulbs...

"I got these vegan recipe from Dr. McDougall's Mobile Cookbook. I try to eat less meat and dairy just for overall health reasons... you don't miss them at all in this comfort soup! Everyone I have shared this with loves it, whether they are vegan, vegetarian or not."

Ingredients: cumin, fat-free refried beans...

"This is a easy work night recipe that I grew up on and passed to me from my Mom. It is excellent, hearty, and my boys love it with Parmesan cheese sprinkled on top when it is served. Freezes well, and I think it is better the next day. Try it before you change it!"

Ingredients: dark red kidney beans, diced tomatoes...