25 Recipes That Get Better with Time: Leftovers You'll Actually Look Forward to

Leftovers can be a lifesaver on busy weeknights. But who wants to eat the same thing two days in a row? The good news is that there are many recipes that actually get better with time. These dishes allow the flavors to meld together and develop, resulting in a more delicious meal the next day.

Here are 25 recipes that get better with time:

Honey Mustard Chicken

Decadent and delicious, this Stovetop Creamy Honey Mustard Chicken skillet meal is just 30 minutes away. Filled with rich flavors and made in one pan, this simple and easy recipe is sure to be your new fave. And the creamy honey mustard cream sauce is amazing on rice, potatoes, and roasted veggies, too!  Get the recipe.

Eggplant Gratin

This creamy and scrumptious Eggplant Gratin is smothered with a secret white sauce and topped with a generous layer or Gruyere cheese. It is a side dish that is so easy to make and will be gone before you know it. Get the recipe.

Mustard Chicken

Prepare to fall madly in love with this Creamy, dreamy Mustard Chicken Recipe. Classic French dish that tastes outstanding. Get the recipe.

Ukrainian Borscht

Here's everything you wanted to know about making this traditional Ukrainian Soup. Picky kids approved, this healthy recipe won't skimp on flavor. I make this easy vegetable Borscht with beans and cabbage every week and I'm confident you'll love it too. Get the recipe.

Chicken Rice Pilaf

This Chicken Rice Pilaf is one-pot comforting meal, perfect for busy weekdays. Get the recipe.

The Best Cook-Off Winning Chili

This Award Winning Chili Recipe is a showstopper. If you are tired of boring recipes, tired of chili that tastes like beef stew, tired of recipes that seem one trick ponies, then this is the best chili recipe you have been waiting for. My ultimate cook-off-winning chili is loaded with flavor and a secret ingredient. Perfect comfort food for cold weather, your whole family will love it. Get the recipe.

4-Ingredient Roasted Pork Tenderloin

There's so much flavor in this JUICY and flavorful Buzhenina (Herb Roasted Pork Tenderloin). It hardly takes any effort to make and perfect for dinner or holidays. Classic Ukrainian recipe that uses 4 ingredients and never disappoints. Get the recipe.

Chickpea Curry

This easy Curry Recipe with chickpeas and coconut milk is perfect for cleaning out the fridge. Use any vegetables you have, add some aromatic spices and coconut milk, and boom, you have a fantastic and healthy plant-based meal perfect for busy days. Get the recipe.

Cauliflower Potato Casserole

This Potato And Cauliflower Bake or also called Cauliflower Au Gratin is an easy comfort food recipe that has quickly become one of the favorites in my house. It's creamy, cheesy, and such a delicious side dish for holidays as well as for Sunday night dinner. Get the recipe.

All Beef Chili

Our All Beef Chili is easy to make in one pot and as spicy and satisfying as any you can make! Get the recipe.

Easy Hamburger Soup

Easy Hamburger Soup is loaded with sweet potatoes, carrots, peppers, onions, celery, and fire-roasted tomatoes.  It can be ready in under 30 minutes and lasts well in the fridge for lunches during the week. Perfect for a chilly day.  {gluten free, dairy free, whole30, paleo}. Get the recipe.

Instant Pot Pork Tacos

These Instant Pot Pork Tacos are perfect for a quick, easy, and healthy weeknight dinner. They are packed with flavorful Mexican spices, tender pork, and topped with all of your favorite taco toppings. Load them up with avocado, red onion, tomatoes, lime, and avocado crema for a delicious gluten-free, keto, and paleo meal (minus the tortilla shells). Get the recipe.

Instant Pot Lentil Soup

Healthy, delicious and so easy to put together! Throw everything in the pressure cooker and dinner is ready. Get the recipe.

Creamiest Tomato Risotto

This Tomato Risotto is an incredibly simple recipe but is still packed with flavor in each bite to give you a dinner meal that's sure to become a family favorite! It features perfectly cooked risotto with a beautiful, creamy texture and the fresh summer flavors of cherry tomatoes. What's best is that it's also and can be made in just 30 minutes from scratch! Get the recipe.

Southwestern Quinoa Stuffed Peppers

Southwestern Quinoa Stuffed Peppers! Vegetarian and Gluten-Free! These protein packed peppers are so easy to put together and perfect for busy weeknights. Save these to make later! Get the recipe.

Italian Bean Farro Soup

This farro soup is a must save for cold months! Beans, farro, tomatoes and vegetables in an aromatic broth. Simple, healthy and easy– this Italian farro soup recipe is delicious. Get the recipe.

Dutch Oven BBQ Pulled Pork

If you love pulled pork that is fall-apart tender, melt-in-your-mouth delicious with all the flavors, and a fraction of effort, you need to make this gluten-free Dutch oven BBQ pulled pork recipe. Get the recipe.

Chicken Vindaloo

Authentic Goan Chicken Vindaloo made in the Pressure Cooker or Instant Pot. Vindaloo is a traditional Goan curry which is made with meat cooked in onions, ginger, garlic, along with lots of aromatic whole spices and the tanginess of vinegar. Enjoy this dairy-free and gluten-free Chicken Vindaloo with rice or naan for a satisfying dinner! Get the recipe.

Moroccan Slow Cooker Bean Stew

This Moroccan Slow Cooker Bean Stew, also called Loubia is the ultimate comfort food full of flavor. Made with Cannellini Beans, tomatoes and spices, these slow cooker white beans recipe are sure to warm you up on a chilly fall or winter night. Get the recipe.

Slow-Cooker Pot Roast

This Slow Cooker Pot Roast is very easy to make. And it fills the house with incredibly enticing aromas! Get the recipe.

Hungarian Bean Goulash

If you would like to eat a vegetarian goulash soup EXACTLY how Hungarians eat it, you should try this recipe. Our family has been making bean goulash this way for generations. It is a 30-min simple, one-pot soup using only veggies and beans. Get the recipe.

Dumpling Soup

This is the best vegan dumpling soup that you will ever try. It is veggie-packed, light yet filling and comforting. Made with potatoes, carrots, celery, white beans, green peas, and a blend of herbs, this satisfying vegetable soup with dumplings is ready to eat in just 35 minutes. It is also super easy to store and reheat for later! Get the recipe.

Bison Stew Recipe

This delicious bison stew recipe is perfect for a chilly evening. It’s a hearty stew that can be made in a slow cooker, or on the stovetop in a large heavy pot. Get the recipe.

30-Minute Thai Eggplant Curry

This Thai Eggplant Red Curry is simple yet flavor packed meal perfect for meal prep or busy weeknights. Zucchini and tofu add richness and nutrients to this already healthy freezer-friendly dish. Made in one pot and ready in just 30 minutes. Get the recipe.

Chicken Paprikash Recipe

This Chicken Paprikash recipe is a delicious one-pan weeknight dinner meal that features perfectly browned chicken that's braised in a creamy, sour cream based paprika sauce. What's best is that you only need some pantry staples to make this at home and it's a total crowd-pleaser! This is one of our favorite dinner meals that's kids and husband approved! Get the recipe.

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