Every once in a while a roast just doesn’t turn out as I planned. Maybe I tried a new recipe or a different cut of meat, but whatever the reason the roast came out of the oven a little tough or too dry. That night I will serve it as planned with extra drippings poured over the top. However, instead of putting it in the refrigerator where it will turn into a science project, or even worse throwing it immediately in the trash, I put it in the crock pot. I pour 1/2 – 1 Cup of V-8 juice or broth over it and cook on high for 2 hours or until I can pull it apart with a fork. Remove bones if necessary, then shred it with a fork and mix it with Barbecue sauce. My favorite barbecue sauce is Trader Joe’s Bold & Smokey Kansas City Style Barbecue Sauce. This trick works for pork roast, roast beef, and even chicken.
Prep-Ahead Meals, Cooking Tips, and Frugal Living
Welcome. I'm Alea!
On Premeditated Leftovers I share simple recipes made with whole foods, practical shopping tips, time saving techniques, and meal planning strategies. I also share tips for minimizing food waste, so more of the food that is purchased ends up on the table.While volunteering as a budget counselor, I realized that food is the element of most people’s budgets where they have the greatest control. I set out to develop low-cost recipes from scratch to prove it’s possible to create delicious meals on a limited budget. Eating well while spending less is about more than just creating recipes using inexpensive ingredients; it’s about creatively combining ingredients so you don’t feel deprived and are inspired to stick to your budget.
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