Reducing your meat consumption is one way to lessen the environmental footprint of your diet. But by the same token, because a high amount of resources are used to produce most kinds of meat, it is even more important to use all the meat you buy. The recipes below mostly include cooked meat so that you can use them whether you have uncooked or cooked leftovers.
BACON: Chicken bacon ranch salad
This is not one of those salads that you order because you are eating light and low-calorie. This is a salad for hungry people who want a substantial meal.… Continue reading →
CHICKEN: Classic chicken salad
This recipe also works with apple in place of the grapes. The fruit prevents it from being too rich and adds a bit of crunch. … Continue reading →
CHORIZO: Peas with chorizo
I think peas are delicious, but on their own they can be a bit dull. This dish makes a great addition to a tapas dinner.… Continue reading →
GROUND BEEF: Stuffed bell peppers
If you have less ground beef than the recipe calls for, you can combine the beef with canned lentils to get up to 1 c beef-lentil mixture. For the rest just follow the recipe as-is!… Continue reading →
HAM: Ham and cheese swirls
Be careful, these little snacks are addictive! You can really use any kind of cheese you have in house, or if your family likes spice add a chopped jalepeno along with the cheese and ham.… Continue reading →
PORK: Jerk fried rice
For some variety in fried rice, I developed this Jamaican-inspired variant. It works as a weeknight main dish or as a side with Easy pea curry. … Continue reading →
SAUSAGE: Creamy pasta with sausage and peppers
This recipe works with beef or pork link sausages. Spicy sausages are especially good.… Continue reading →
STEAK: Teriyaki noodles with beef
The teriyaki noodles are delicious even without steak. For variety, you can try teriyaki salmon or tuna instead of steak.… Continue reading →