While clipping coupons and cutting back on high-dollar items are always smart choices for saving green at the supermarket, there’s another way to stretch your grocery dollars: loving on your leftovers.

Though leftovers may not be the most glamorous of foods, using them up can make a significant dent in your weekly food bill.

Believe it or not, repurposing them into new, exciting meals can create surprisingly delicious (not to mention time-saving) finished products.

With food costs on the rise, you’re not alone if you’re focusing on getting the most out of your grocery budget.

Here’s your guide to putting twelve common leftover foods on double-duty for tasty, budget-friendly results.