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The original was posted on /r/lifeprotips by /u/cooljim198 on 2025-06-29 02:39:40+00:00.
One of the biggest game-changers people overlook is how you reheat your food. The microwave is convenient, sure, but it turns texture into mush and dries things out from the inside out. Instead: Use a skillet or nonstick pan. Add a splash of water, broth, or a tiny bit of oil (depending on the food), toss a lid on if needed, and reheat gently over medium heat.
Your stir-fry gets its crisp back. Your pasta sauce reactivates instead of turning to glue. Pizza? Reheated in a pan with a lid = crispy bottom, gooey cheese, actual flavor. The best part? Some foods actually improve overnight like chili, curries, braised meats, fried rice. Reheating them properly just takes it even further.
Bonus tip: If you do use the microwave, cover your food with a damp paper towel. Cuts down on drying and keeps things from turning into rubber.