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    Chicken & Orzo, Cabbage Croquettes, & Leftover Mashup

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    Introduction

    Hey there, kitchen adventurers! Today, we’re diving into the magical world of pantry cooking. Get ready for a budget-friendly feast that’ll make your taste buds dance and your wallet sing. Let’s turn those humble ingredients into culinary gold and acknowledge cabbage is a low cost banger for those on a budget.

    Let’s go.

    Starring Ingredients

    Chicken
    Orzo
    Orecchiette
    Farfelle (Bowtie Pasta)
    Orzo/Orecchiette/Farfelle
    Cabbage
    Large Can of White Beans

    Recipe 1: Cabbage Croquettes

    Crispy, golden, and packed with flavor – these cabbage croquettes are the ultimate chameleon. They’re perfect for dinner, snacks, or even breakfast the next day (if they last that long!).
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    Prep Time 20 minutes
    Cook Time 15 minutes
    Total Time 35 minutes
    Servings 11 servings

    Ingredients
      

    • 1/2 medium cabbage chopped
    • 1/2 cup whole milk
    • 1 cup water
    • 1/2 cup flour
    • 1 1 carrot finely chopped
    • 1/2 yellow onion finely chopped
    • 2 garlic cloves minced
    • 2 tbsp butter
    • 2 eggs beaten
    • 1/2 tsp salt
    • 1/2 tsp black pepper
    • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
    • 1.1/2 cups Panko breadcrumbs
    • 1/2 tsp black pepper for Panko
    • Avocado oil or air fryer spray for skillet frying

    Dipping Sauce Ideas

    • Sour cream
    • Spicy mustard
    • Soy sauce
    • Garnish with green onions

    Instructions
     

    • In a medium pot, combine chopped cabbage, milk, and water.
    • Bring to a simmer and cook for 7-15 minutes until the cabbage softens. Drain well.
    • Transfer cabbage to a bowl and mix with flour.
    • In a pan, heat butter and sauté onion, garlic, and carrot until softened, about 5 minutes.
    • Add the sautéed veggies, eggs, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to the cabbage mixture. Mix well.
    • Form into small patties (about 2 inches wide).
    • Dip patties into seasoned Panko breadcrumbs, coating all sides.

    If Using Air Fryer

    • Spray with oil and cook at 400°F for 15 minutes, flipping halfway.

    If Using Skillet

    • Heat avocado oil over medium heat and fry each croquette until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

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    Leftover Magic: Two Ways to Glow Up Your Croquettes

    Recipe 2: Leftover Orzo & Bean Mashup

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    Prep Time 5 minutes
    Cook Time 5 minutes
    Total Time 10 minutes

    Instructions
     

    • Mix leftover orzo pasta with leftover Canary beans and any extra croquettes.
    • Chop croquettes into small bites and toss them in for an easy, protein-packed dish.

    Notes

    It’s like a warm hug in a bowl!

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    Recipe 2: Leftover Orzo & Bean Mashup

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    Prep Time 5 minutes
    Cook Time 5 minutes
    Total Time 10 minutes

    Instructions
     

    • Mix leftover orzo pasta with leftover Canary beans and any extra croquettes.
    • Chop croquettes into small bites and toss them in for an easy, protein-packed dish.

    Notes

    It’s like a warm hug in a bowl!

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    Recipe 2: Leftover Orzo & Bean Mashup

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    Prep Time 5 minutes
    Cook Time 5 minutes
    Total Time 10 minutes

    Instructions
     

    • Mix leftover orzo pasta with leftover Canary beans and any extra croquettes.
    • Chop croquettes into small bites and toss them in for an easy, protein-packed dish.

    Notes

    It’s like a warm hug in a bowl!

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    Pro Tip: Freeze for Future You

    Not everyone can (or wants to) eat cabbage for three days straight. Here’s a little trick:

    Before frying, freeze the croquette mixture for up to 2-3 weeks in a double-bagged Ziploc or vacuum-sealed bag. When you’re ready for round two, just thaw, coat in Panko, and fry fresh. Future you will be so grateful!

    This Forking Alchemy Mashup is living proof that with a few pantry staples and a sprinkle of creativity, you can keep meals fresh, fun, and full of flavor. Who knew cabbage could be such a superstar?

    Give it a try and let me know how it goes! Did you discover any new twists?

    Share your kitchen adventures in the comments below. Happy cooking, and remember – the best meals often come from what’s already in your kitchen!

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