After Thanksgiving, you probably have a ton of leftover turkey in your refrigerator and are starting to get anxious about the impending end of the year. Dont let those leftovers go to waste as you brace yourself for the impending winter holidays. The days of only eating turkey sandwiches are long gone, though we do have a pretty great recipe for them, to be honest.) Instead, try our Thanksgiving Crunchwrap, turkey salad, turkey enchiladas, and soup made from the carcass. If you wish you had more roasted turkey so you could try each and every one of these 48 recipes for leftover Thanksgiving turkey, we won’t be shocked.
This cozy casserole just might be our new go-to way to enjoy the holiday leftovers. What more could you ask for when it’s warm and comforting, low work, and allows you to eat all of your favorite Thanksgiving foods in one bite?
These potato skins are easy to prepare, and since you’ve already cooked most of the Thanksgiving meal or have a big container of leftovers from takeout, all you need for this recipe are a couple more pantry staples: potatoes and cheddar cheese.
Friendsgiving nachos are the ultimate way to enjoy Thanksgiving leftovers (with minimal effort). Everything that is typically associated with Thanksgiving is there: turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, gravy, and cranberry sauce, along with cheese that is placed atop crisp nacho chips.
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Cranberry Brie Turkey Melts
Since cheese isn’t traditionally associated with Thanksgiving, we’ve made it our mission to use it in as many of our leftover dishes as possible. One example of this is this sandwich, which consists of a mound of leftover turkey topped with creamy buttery brie, tart cranberry sauce, and rustic slices of artisan bread. .
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Although most people enjoy their Thanksgiving sandwiches, there’s something about utilizing tortillas (check out our Thanksgiving Crunchwrap) that elevates leftovers from the day to a whole new level. Particularly when paired with freshly made turkey in a faux-mole sauce enhanced with gravy, chipotle chiles, and dark chocolate.
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Now that you can encase all those leftover potatoes, turkey, stuffing, and cranberry sauce in a crunchy, crispy egg roll wrapper, leftovers have never been more exciting. Serve these with gravy for one of the most ingenious uses for leftovers EVER. Get the Thanksgiving Egg Rolls recipe. Advertisement – Continue Reading Below.
Take what’s left of that massive deep-fried or oven-roasted turkey and make turkey salad. Just like its chicken counterpart, its great piled on a sandwich, eaten with crackers. skys the limit!.
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The best cure for overeating on Thanksgiving day? This simple and delish soup. The most crucial component is a turkey carcass, but don’t worry if it’s not perfectly clean; just cut off as much of the bird as you can, then simmer the remaining portion with the soup.
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Thanksgiving leftovers arent regular leftovers, theyre *cool* leftovers. Stuffed inside a crescent roll (well, basically a giant crescent roll) theyre EVERYTHING. Get the Thanksgiving Ring recipe. Advertisement – Continue Reading Below.
Rule #1 for the day after Thanksgiving: NO COOKING. It would be a crime to not make this sandwich with all of that leftover pickle-brined turkey and creamy mashed potatoes.
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CPK Italian Chopped Salad
A vibrant mixture of lettuce, chickpeas, turkey, salami, tomatoes, and cheese, combined with an Italian mustard-herb vinaigrette, this CPK-inspired salad could potentially make us choose the greens over pizza.
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Tired of the same ol leftover Thanksgiving sandwich? This crunchwrap is the perfect way to shake things up. Dont have all the leftover ingredients? No worries! Just use what youve got. Everything short of pumpkin pie will work just fine. .
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We typically have more leftover turkey after Thanksgiving than can be fit in a Thanksgiving sandwich. Turkey casserole is a great way to use up some leftover turkey as well as any lingering veggies. The buttery crumb top really makes it.
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Although we always enjoy sandwiches leftover, there are occasions after the big day when we could use something a little lighter. Enter: this perfect salad. Leftover stuffing gets turned into irresistible croutons, and a vinaigrette is made from any remaining cranberry sauce. Feel free to add any leftover veggies from Thanksgiving too.
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A Monte Cristo sandwich is filled with Swiss cheese, ham, turkey, and Dijon mustard. After that, it’s dipped in a French toast batter, shallow-fried, and served with jam on the side and confectioners’ sugar on top. Basically, it has all of the classic American diner flavors: sweet, salty, cheesy, and indulgent.
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To great effect, Chef Millie Peartree’s recipe for Southern collard greens substitutes smoked turkey neck for ham hock. Hot tip: add extra water to your greens to make them more brothy, and make sure to adjust the seasoning.
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This simple casserole is a year-round favorite pasta dish that is extra-savory and creamy, not just a great way to use up leftover Thanksgiving turkey. Turkey, mushrooms, and cheese are mixed into baked spaghetti to create a simple, weeknight supper that’s sure to please everyone.
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There’s no reason at all why a traditional beef chili has to take precedence over turkey chili. This simple chili has twice as many beans and a hearty, meaty flavor as ground turkey. It’s also very easy to make by simply using leftover turkey instead of ground turkey.
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Usually, a chef salad has three different types of meat, two cheeses, hard-boiled eggs, and an abundance of vegetables; however, these toppings are merely suggestions. Add in avocado, bell peppers, or any other veggies you want to use up!.
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FAQ
Can you eat cooked turkey after 5 days?
Can you reheat cooked turkey?
How do you reheat leftover turkey without drying it out?
How to use leftover dry turkey?
How do you cook leftover Turkey?
Low and slow is the name of the game here to ensure your leftover turkey is tender. Wrap leftover turkey in aluminum foil, creating a sealed pouch around the meat. Place the pouch in a baking dish. Before sealing the pouch, add moisture to your turkey by pouring a little broth (or turkey drippings) over it.
Can one have turkey and carrots?
Eating turkey and carrots is part of healthy habits. The turkey has meat like chicken and is another healthy poultry option. Carrots are rich in carotenoids, it is a source of vitamin A, fiber, potassium and vitamin B3.
What can I do with leftover Turkey?
Toss in anything that’s left over from the holiday meal, like diced turkey, onions, or carrots. You can even use leftover pie dough for the topping! Get Ree’s Leftover Turkey Pot Pie recipe. Didn’t get enough turkey and dressing at this year’s family feast? Use extra turkey to make this easy, comforting stuffing casserole.
Can you freeze leftover Turkey?
Yes, you can TOTALLY freeze leftover turkey. In fact, that’s a great way to stretch it further. Turkey stays good in the freezer for 3 months. Or a whole lot more if you use a Foodsaver. (You can learn exactly how to use a Foodsaver to save tons of money here.) If you’re sick of cooking post-holiday, just pop your leftovers into the freezer.