From the fridge

Azza · 10 Apr 2011 at 02:22

Does anyone else think certain foods taste nicer after you've cooked them and they have been in the fridge for a few hours or a day then you re-heat and eat them? Or just me?

Biohazard · 10 Apr 2011 at 02:24

you

unless its angel delight.

Glaucus · 10 Apr 2011 at 02:29

You, however left out of the fridge for a day or two is a different matter. Like lasagne day or two later, covered but not in fridge. People are to terrified over nothing. Most food lasts a Surprisingly long time.

Biohazard · 10 Apr 2011 at 02:31

disgusting

Glaucus · 10 Apr 2011 at 02:40

You're missing out. Let the flavours mature and some of the moisture to evaporate changes it into something else.

Biohazard · 10 Apr 2011 at 02:41

Crispy lasagna?

Don't really make lasagna tbh, if I get mince its more mince and tatties.

Glaucus · 10 Apr 2011 at 02:46

Biohazard said:
Crispy lasagna?

Yep it's amazing, as it is hot and fresh almost a different meal. Great snsck food when cold holds it shape and is fantastic. In fact I like most baked pasta dishes follow this rule.

Azza · 10 Apr 2011 at 03:05

Well if I cook up some mince, mushrooms, pasta, throw in a can of chopped tomatoes, then if I've got some bacon or sausages I'll add them as well. Lots of cumin. Make a massive amount so it's 3 days worth of tea right there. Seems to taste much nicer the next few days, especially the spices what ever I put in, and smells a lot nicer I find. Yum yum yum.

fewfe3 · 10 Apr 2011 at 23:23

I always think curry tastes better the day after you make them. seems to make the flavour better

Stupot_ · 10 Apr 2011 at 23:37

You're not alone! Anything bolognaisey based tastes amazing! I.e lasagna.

Kanifee · 10 Apr 2011 at 23:37

mmmm lasagna, gotta love lasagna

Billy1280 · 11 Apr 2011 at 00:46

fewfe3 said:
I always think curry tastes better the day after you make them. seems to make the flavour better

This! when i make a curry it always tastes nicer when i have some for lunch the next day, it might just be me rushing it the day before though and not giving it time for the flavours to come out.

dpbadger · 11 Apr 2011 at 09:08

Curry's and stews are always better the next day as the flavours have mingled and aged together. Also curry sandwiches the next day at work. OM NOM NOM.

m0rte · 11 Apr 2011 at 10:17

Chili con carne definitely tastes better after a night in the fridge, flavours develop nicely

jackthezipper · 11 Apr 2011 at 10:22

m0rte said:
Chili con carne definitely tastes better after a night in the fridge, flavours develop nicely

This.

lookitsjonno · 11 Apr 2011 at 10:26

yes, definately day old chilli.

Stoner81 · 11 Apr 2011 at 10:46

I make a corn beef stew of which I am quite proud if I do say so myself but I always make it now at about midday or so ready for that evening (we eat about 7pm) it gives it chance to sit and mingle everything together it really is worth the wait.

As for curry the following day I have but one word... EPIC!

Stoner81.

Beasty · 11 Apr 2011 at 12:33

Left over (home made or take away) curry, chilli or anything saucy can taste better the next day if preserved well and hygienically!

Pizza does not stand the test of time so well I have found.

bsoltan · 11 Apr 2011 at 12:47

I think any food where you can continue cooking it for hours benefits from this, so things like stews/sauces/curries.

I've seen recipes for bolegnese which say "simmer for 24 hours" so cooking it or leaving it to rest until the next day can certainly improve flavour.

You can't do it for a roast dinner or steak and chips though.

Burnsy2023 · 11 Apr 2011 at 12:49

My missus makes an awesome Thai Curry. It's even better the day after.