Best Leftovers Ever! Season 1

Hopefuls turn healthy leftovers like pork tenderloin and marinated veggies into cozy comfort fare, then revamp fast-food favorites into high-end eats.

Game day appetizers morph into meals that score big points with the judges. The contestants must reimagine smoky barbecue takeout as a gourmet feast.

A festive meal means lots of leftovers. So how about glazed ham, apple pie and green bean casserole… on a sandwich? Later, Greek food gets a new life.

The cooks serve up a spectacular breakfast using fancy date-night leftovers from the fridge, then wow the judges with fresh takes on Italian takeout.

Bacon-wrapped brats and blueberry cobbler get a second look as late-night snacks, and duck confit and cassoulet evolve into entirely different dishes.

Potluck castoffs return with a vengeance as sinful desserts before the challengers tackle chilled Chinese takeout, including egg rolls and chow mein.

The cooks use food from a children's party to make cocktails and an indulgent brunch. Mexican dishes are remade into gnocchi, dumplings and more.

After creating a "flavor bomb" from notoriously bland foods like rice and toast, the competitors take on a new challenge: transforming Thai takeout.