Economically safe people eat leftovers

This weekend, I’m reading “You Break Because You Want to Be: How to Stop Come and Start Success”. (By the way, this is a good read. There is nothing groundbreaking about the suggestion, but he talks directly, without any excuses.) Anyway, he says in the book that most financially safe people don’t go out to eat often, if anything. I agree. Dining out is expensive and can easily lose track. Meals add up before you can realize exactly how much you’re spending. Cooking at home is much cheaper. We all know this.

Considering further, I came up with the inference of that claim that Mr. Winget should include in his next edition. Economically safe leftovers. I realized it was possible that I could open a can of worms here. I have met many people throughout my life who firmly defend the reason why they don’t eat leftovers. The kids don’t know how to eat. It doesn’t heat up very well. It is painful to store excess food. above.

As the rest of my lover, I don’t buy anything. From when can the kids decide what to offer for dinner? If they don’t like it, send them to no dinner. If you focus on the needs of food, rather than just blindly throwing it at a high height for five minutes and hoping to get the best, there is little thing that won’t heat up well.

I think a lot of these excuses are cover-ups of the real problem, that is, some people feel the leftovers are under them. I don’t think this is difficult to understand. The United States is a rich country and we encourage people to do their best. In the eyes of many people, leftovers are not the best. Why eat leftovers when you can eat “new” food? Isn’t leftovers just people without other options? Before you say I’m going to get here, let me assure you that I’ve heard the real people speak. Since I suspect they are alone, I’m willing to bet that a lot of the excuses people give without eating leftovers are their PC version: “It’s not good enough for me (or my kids).”

Regardless of the reason why people refuse to eat leftovers, the end result is the same. waste. Simply throwing away food, it wastes money and resources. I can’t see how comfortable, at least not long, anyone who is satisfied with this waste. In my opinion, those who throw away excess food may not be so careful.

Throwing perfect food in a trash can is roughly the same as throwing money in a trash can. You paid for that kind of food. In order to make money from it, you need to eat it. If you pay $10 for the main course at a restaurant, eat half of it and throw the rest of the money into the trash. That’s smart? No. Will this lead to long-term financial security? never. So, with that being said, if you or your kids really have problems with them, what are the reasons for eating leftovers? How to make them more appetizing?

It saves money

This is one of the biggest reasons for eating leftovers. If you take leftovers home from the restaurant or eat leftovers from something cooked at home, you will get the full value from the payment. It’s also a meal you don’t need to pay, reducing the overall food bill.

They make it easy for home cooks

As the designated chef in our family, let me tell you that if it weren’t for leftovers, the people in my family would be hungry. I don’t want to cook every night. I have other things I want to do. I seized every opportunity to serve the leftovers. Actually, I deliberately make a lot of dishes that I know will be more than once. It allows me to maximize my time.

It gives you a great lunch

If you pack your lunch regularly, you may get tired of sandwiches. Why not bring leftovers to lunch from the steakhouse? Watch your colleague drool while eating a Bologna sandwich.

It reduces or eliminates waste

Food thrown to landfills. It wastes not only food, but also resources to make food. A cow has to die for your steak. Is it fair for a cow to throw half of the garbage into it? Is it fair to farmers who spend a lot of time and work on vegetables that throw them into the garbage? Not to mention the energy used to process and prepare food and the packaging used. It’s not just throwing food into the garbage. You also waste all the labor, energy and materials entering that food. The USDA estimates that Americans waste 96 billion pounds of food each year. Another study estimated the value of a grocery bag for every three of our purchases. One-third of the bags you take home from the store may be wasted. Stop and think about it. Blow, isn’t it?

It demonstrates overall financial responsibility

If leftovers are “under” and you are willing to waste the money, you may have deeper financial problems. You are reluctant to do this work and sacrifices necessary to bring wealth into your life. You may not want to do a job that may not be your dream, but may allow you to pay your bills. You may not be willing to change from the street or buy the best bargain. During financial troubles, you may be someone who can’t cut cable TV. There is an attitude: “I don’t have to do this because I’m better educated, smarter, richer, etc..” I’m not saying leftovers will win you millions of people, but it can show your overall financial prospects and what you’re willing to do to succeed.

Healthier

The restaurant is very large. It is much better to divide the dish in half and serve on two meals instead of stuffing it all into everything at once. Eating leftovers from what you cook at home is also preferable to having too much food for a meal. You may find yourself losing weight by eating leftovers.

You don’t have to go back for a few days

So you only had spaghetti yesterday and you didn’t want it today. Who said you have to eat it today? If stored properly, most food will last for a few days (some can be frozen for a long time). Spread leftovers so you don’t have to eat the same thing the next day. Or use leftovers as the starting point for a brand new meal. For example, place leftover meat and vegetables as ingredients in a stew or place all the leftovers of the week in a Friday night buffet.

Invest in containers that make food transport and storage easy

Don’t want the leftovers leftovers because of messy or troubles? Invest in reusable plastic containers with different sizes to make it easy to store, heat and transport food without being messy or hassle. If something is a snack for kids (such as Macs and cheese), consider putting some of them in a small snack-sized container to encourage kids to eat it. If they can only heat and eat without having to look for plates and meals for cutlery, they may be more likely to accept leftovers.

Learn how to heat food correctly

The second round should not be nuclearized for certain foods in the second round. Cook it in the oven or toast oven. Some should be placed in a frying pan. Some foods are best cold for the second time. Experiment until you know how to make food as good as the first time. possible.

Learn how to season leftovers to get rid of blandness

Some foods do require a second extra seasoning. Keep stock of basic spices or seasonings and experiment until you understand which foods need which spices to make them a little more vivid.

You spend less on gasoline

I hear you now. What is leftovers and gas related to each other? Every meal of leftovers you eat and then go to the grocery restaurant a little longer, saving you the gas you need to get there. With gasoline everywhere, but eating as much as you can at home can save more money than just a food budget.

Tag about what they are and what keep them in the refrigerator

This makes it easy to see what you have and when you should eat it to avoid spoilage. No more guessing about work, or “but I don’t know we have” moments.

Learn to cook and buy, know you will eat leftovers

If you know there are things that are never leftovers, don’t buy or make them unless you’re ready to eat the whole thing in one go. Only cooking and buying meals you know someone in your family is willing to eat again. Otherwise, you will waste money and food.

They save time

If you’re super busy, grabbing the remaining refrigerator is a great choice for fast food. You just need to heat up and don’t have to do something new. This is perfect for nights when people are rushing to attend events, and the only other option is to drive at McDonalds. (And, by not eating fast food you can save more money, see #1, and then get healthier, see #6.)

Hopefully you’re now turning into a leftover idea. But if you absolutely can’t align yourself with the idea of ​​leftovers, buy and order less. Share meals at restaurants or order smaller items, such as appetizers. Buy and prepare enough for your family to eat once. Smarter shopping and ordering can still save money and eliminate waste, but won’t leave you with leftovers.

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