Leftovers

I love leftovers. I find that some foods taste better the day after. Sometimes even 2 days after. Maybe even 3 days. When I get to the fourth day, I toss it in the trash. When I cook dinner I usually make one extra portion and freeze it. I say it is for my "school lunch" even though I have been out of school for almost 40 years. Some foods just marinate well, a bit longer, waiting to be eaten again. Chinese food is tricky though. If you mix the saucy food with the rice, you will get mushy rice. Separating the food is the key to Chinese leftover success. Italian food is a sure thing. The meats stay well and pasta will still be firm. Home cooking also stays well, except for mashed potatoes. They get watery. As you can tell, I have this leftover thing down to a science. This afternoon I am taking my leftover Chines food on a ride to my sister's house. She will make fresh rice and our stomachs will be happy.