Refrigerator Refugee Savers
When even the least discriminating eater in your house turns their nose up at the past-their-prime foods knocking around the fridge, try one of these bright ideas.
By Lynn Andriani
Random Bits of Cheese: A Dish That's Way Better Than a Sad-Looking Snack Platter
We've been there, too: you've got a small chunk of Gouda, a 2-inch piece of Swiss and a wedge of something you think is cheddar, and you're thinking, "Maybe I could arrange them around some grapes on a pretty tray...maybe?" Lando has a better (and tastier) idea: shred the cheeses and stir them into a mixture of roasted butternut squash, mushrooms, cream and egg, and pour into a puff pastry crust. Lando says this unfussy tart is totally flexible: you can stir in leftover brisket or pork and experiment with different herbs.
Get the recipe: Butternut Squash and Mushroom Tart
Get the recipe: Butternut Squash and Mushroom Tart
Published 06/03/2013