Leftovers

Ever need half a can of chicken stock or just a tablespoon of tomato paste, but know that you aren't going to use the rest anytime soon?  I have a solution!  This seems so simple and obvious, but let's be honest, most of us put the leftovers in the fridge and before you know it you are throwing them away.  I bought these Sensible Lines Milk Trays for when I was storing breast milk.  I liked how they are long, one ounce sections that can fit into just about any milk bottle opening rather than a traditional icecube that is too fat usually.  Although I found a major defect in the product, (the lids do not fit the trays properly after being washed in dishwasher), and was even sent replacements that continued to be defective, I still love the idea of them and find them very practical.  Now I use them for just about anything, but make sure to empty the frozen contents into something else before they get freezer burn do to an improper seal.

Here I have used the trays for chicken stock.  Now when I need to, I can measure out three sticks for three ounces and so forth.

Now for those yummy meals you make, but just can't finish in one sitting.  I like these stackable glass lock and seal containers I recently bought by Denmark Tools for Cooks.  In addition to being more green, they can go from freezer, to fridge, microwave, oven, and finally to your table/lunch bag. 

Bon appetit:: leftovers!