Leftover Surprise Recipe

Turn last night’s leftovers into a mouthwatering meal with this quick and easy Leftover Surprise Recipe! Perfect for busy weeknights, this versatile casserole combines leftover protein, cooked rice or pasta, and assorted veggies into a hearty, cheesy bake. Held together by a savory mixture of eggs, cream, and spices, it’s baked to golden perfection in just 25 minutes. Ideal for reducing food waste, this customizable recipe lets you reinvent your leftovers into a flavorful, comforting dish the whole family will love. Serve it warm for a zero-fuss dinner with maximum flavor and minimal effort! Keywords: leftover casserole recipe, easy budget-friendly meals, reduce food waste recipes, family dinner ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups leftover protein (e.g., chicken, beef, tofu)
• 2 cups cooked rice or pasta
• 2 cups assorted cooked vegetables
• 1 cup shredded cheese
• 2 eggs
• 0.5 cup milk or cream
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil or butter.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the leftover protein, cooked rice or pasta, and assorted cooked vegetables.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk or cream, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.

Step 5

Pour the egg mixture over the protein, rice/pasta, and vegetables. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 7

Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden, and the casserole is heated through.

Step 9

Allow the dish to rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm, and enjoy your delicious Leftover Surprise!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1784.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2429.2

Total Fat 84.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 909.8mg	0%
Sodium 4586.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 195.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.5g	0%
Total Sugars 25.7g
Protein 215.2g	0%

Vitamin D 144IU	0%
Calcium 1299.8mg	0%
Iron 18.4mg	0%
Potassium 3139.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.5%

Protein: 35.9%

Carbs: 32.6%