And if you work from home, you also need lunches, which meansyupmore cooking.

As you plan your meals and leftover meals, there are a few guidelines to keep in mind.

And don’t be afraid to add new ingredients to bump up the flavor.

A dish of baked enchiladas with green herbs on top

Plus, most slow-cooker recipes easily feed a crowd.

Chicken thighs are another excellent option.

Curries

With their bold, complex flavors, bothIndianand Thai curries make excellent leftovers.

Here are26 recipes that might be even better as leftovers.