Christmas dinners are full table symbol, made for getting together and sharing wonderful moments with family and friends. However, it is very common to have leftovers. To avoid food waste and still save a lot of money, chef Fernando Santos has put together delicious recipes to reuse Christmas dishes in other meals. Check out these delicious recipes to impress with a zero waste meal. They are easy and very practical, without having to spend the day in the kitchen. Let’s go!

Rice

Rice is one of the most accessible and economical ingredients on Brazilian tables. So, instead of throwing what little remains at the bottom of the pan, how about using it to prepare an excellent snack or a side dish for lunch? Discover two recipes recommended by the chef!

Rice balls

Ingredients:

• Leftover cooked rice
• 1 egg
• 1 cup wheat flour
• Fry oil

Preparation method:

1. Mix the rice, egg and flour until you obtain a smooth mixture.
2. Using a spoon, form small gnocchi and fry them in boiling oil until golden.
3. You can add grated vegetables or cheese of your choice to flavor it.

Baked creamy rice

Ingredients:

• Cooked rice
• Cheese cream
• Milk cream
• Grated Parmesan cheese

Preparation method:

1. Mix all the ingredients and pour into a refractory dish.
2. Sprinkle with cheese and place in the oven to brown.

Meat

Meats are usually the protagonists of dinner and lunch. To continue making them shine, but with zero waste and total savings, take a look at the recipes below.

Farofa with pork

Ingredients:

• Leftover Swiss meat
• Corn flour or cassava
• Butter
• Onion
• Pepper
• Seasonings to taste

Preparation method:

1. Chop the meat and brown it in butter with the chopped onion and pepper.
2. Add your favorite seasonings and flour and it’s ready!

shepherd’s pie

Ingredients:

• Beef leftovers
• Mashed potatoes or cassava
• Onion
• Pepper
• Tomato
• Butter
• Seasonings to taste
• Grated Parmesan cheese

Way of doing:

1. Chop the meat and brown it in butter with onion, pepper, tomato and seasoning of your choice.
2. Place the stew in a refractory dish and pour over the mashed potatoes or cassava (depends on your tastes).
3. Finally sprinkle the cheese and place in the oven to brown.

mayonnaise

Ingredients:

• Leftover poultry (chicken, turkey, etc.)
• Cooked vegetables of your choice
• mayonnaise

Preparation method:

1. Chop the meat and add it to the vegetables and mayonnaise.

Fricassee

Ingredients:

• Poultry scraps
• Corn
• Olives
• Creamed corn with ricotta
• Grated Parmesan cheese

Preparation method:

1. Chop the meat and brown it with corn, olives and seasonings.
2. Grease the sautéed and creamed corn with the ricotta, pour it into a baking dish and sprinkle the grated parmesan on top.
3. Cook until golden brown.

Sweets

You can’t have lunch without the long-awaited dessert! To experience the Christmas atmosphere, chef Fernando Santos has separated two super easy and very tasty recipes.

Panettone or chocolate French toast

Ingredients:

• 1 panettone or chocolate of your choice
• Condensed milk
• Milk
• 3 beaten eggs
• Sugar and cinnamon
• Fry oil

Preparation method:

1. Mix the condensed milk with the milk and immerse the sliced ​​chocotone or panettone in this mixture.
2. Next, dip in the beaten eggs and fry on both sides until golden brown.
3. Drain excess oil on paper towels and sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon.

Panettone or chocolate pavé

Ingredients:

• 1 panettone or chocolate
• 2 cans milk (use the measuring cup from the can of condensed milk)
• 1 can of condensed milk
• 1 can of cream
• 1 tablespoon corn starch
• 4 tablespoons of chocolate powder
• 2 egg yolks
• Chocolate chips or dried fruit for sprinkling

Preparation method:

1. Chop your favorite chocolate or panettone and set it aside.
2. Mix the condensed milk, milk, corn starch, chocolate powder and egg yolks in a pan and cook over low heat until it thickens.
3. Turn off, add the cream, mix and set aside.
4. In a refractory container or small saucepans, alternate the layers of panettone/chocotone with the chocolate cream.
5. Finish with a final layer of cream and sprinkle with chocolate flakes or dried fruit.
6. Refrigerate for 2 hours and serve.

Source: Terra

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