How to Revive Monday's Leftovers All Week Long

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Heat your leftovers—especially pasta bakes—in the oven. You've probably heard this a million times by now, but there's a reason for that: food simply tastes better when it has been heated in the oven than when it's been warmed up in the microwave. Sure, it may take longer, but the payoff is huge. Rather than just one mushy mess, your food's layers of flavor and texture will be revived. Just be sure to use an oven-safe dish. 

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