4 Ways to Transform Your Leftovers Shopping List from September 2012

Quinoa With Sweet Potatoes, Kale, and Pesto silhouette
Quinoa With Sweet Potatoes, Kale, and Pesto silhouette

Anna Williams

Roasted Chicken and Vegetables With Maple Mustard Sauce

Chickens, 2 3 1/2- to 4-pound

Carrots, 2 pounds

Celery, 8 stalks

Fresh flat-leaf parsley, 1/4 cup leaves

Fresh thyme, 6 sprigs

New potatoes, 1 1/2 pounds (about 15)

Onions, 2

Pure maple syrup, 1/4 cup

Dijon mustard, 1/4 cup

Olive oil, 4 tablespoons

Kosher salt and black pepper

Roasted Vegetable Soup With Chicken Melts

Roasted chicken, 1

Roasted vegetables, 5 cups

Baby arugula, 1 cup

Fresh dill, 1 tablespoon chopped

Red onion, 1/4 small

Orange juice, 1/2 cup

Cheddar, 6 ounces

Country bread, 6 slices

Low-sodium chicken broth, 5 to 6 cups

Maple-mustard sauce, 1/4 cup

Kosher salt and black pepper

Slow-Cooker Black Bean and Zucchini Chili

Ground beef, 1 1/2 pounds

Zucchini, 3 medium (about 1 pound)

Avocado, for serving

Garlic, 2 cloves

Cilantro, for serving

Onions, 2 medium

Tomato paste, 1/4 cup

Sour cream, for serving

Black beans, 2 15.5-ounce cans

Diced fire-roasted tomatoes, 1 28-ounce can

Chili powder, 1 tablespoon

Dried oregano, 1 teaspoon

Kosher salt and black pepper

Chili-Stuffed Peppers With Cabbage Slaw

Slow-Cooker Black Bean and Zucchini Chili, 5 1/2 cups

Bell peppers, 6 small

Green cabbage, 1/4 small head

Scallions, 4

Limes, 2

Pepper Jack, 2 cups grated (about 8 ounces)

Sugar, 1 teaspoon

Canola oil, 1 tablespoon

Kosher salt and black pepper

Brown Sugar–Glazed Salmon With Green Beans and Shallots

Skinless salmon fillet, 8 6-ounce pieces

Green beans, 1 1/2 pounds

Garlic, 4 cloves

Shallots, 2

Lemons, for serving

Long-grain white rice, 2 cups

Light brown sugar, 1/2 cup

Olive oil, 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon

Balsamic vinegar, 2 teaspoons

Kosher salt and black pepper

Salmon Fried Rice With Cabbage and Chilies

Cooked salmon, 4 6-ounce pieces

Napa cabbage, 1 small head

Garlicky green beans, 3 cups

Red jalapeño or serrano pepper, 1

Fresh ginger, 1 2-inch piece

Cilantro leaves, for serving

Frozen peas, 1 1/2 cups

Cooked long-grain white rice, 3 1/2 cups

Canola oil, 1 tablespoon

Rice vinegar, 3 tablespoons

Kosher salt

Quinoa With Sweet Potatoes, Kale, and Pesto

Kale, 2 bunches (1 1/4 pounds)

Sweet potatoes, 3 small

Red onion, 1 medium

Pesto, for serving

Quinoa, 2 cups

Walnuts, for serving

Olive oil, 1/2 cup

Kosher salt and black pepper

Crispy Quinoa and Bean Patties

Mixed greens, 6 cups (about 4 ounces)

Cooked sweet potatoes and kale, 3 cups

Cherry tomatoes, 1 pint

Parmesan, 3/4 cup grated (about 2 ounces)

Large eggs, 2

Cooked quinoa, 3 cups

Kidney beans, 1 15.5-ounce can

Olive oil, 3 tablespoons, plus more if necessary

Red wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon

Kosher salt and black pepper