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10 Thanksgiving Turkey Leftover Tips

Thanksgiving Pasta Salad

The combination of turkey and cranberry makes this a deliciously fulfilling salad. This salad is perfect for Thanksgiving leftovers, using both turkey and cranberries! But if you don't have cranberries, you can use raisins. 

Thanksgiving Pasta Salad Image Source: Betty Crocker
Ingredients for Turkey-Cranberry Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad:
Pasta - 1-2 cups
Green peas - 1/2 cup
Carrot - 1 (cut into matchsticks)
Bacon - 1 package
Turkey breast - 1 1/2 cups cubed (1/2 inch) (cooked )
Celery - 1 cup (sliced)
Dried cranberries - 1/2 cup
Provolone cheese - 4 oz (113 g) (cut into 1/2-inch cubes)
Sliced almonds - 1/2 cup (toasted)
Ranch salad mix - to taste
Roasted Turkey Sandwich

Morning after Thanksgiving. You're still tired from the week-long cooking and preparation. And now you have to make breakfast?! This sandwich is your savior. If you are looking for a filling light meal, then look no further than this roasted turkey sandwich. It will take just 10 minutes of your time but will leave you satisfied.

Roasted Turkey Sandwich Image Source: Betty Crocker
Ingredients for Roasted Turkey Sandwich:
Mayonnaise - 1/3 cup (or salad dressing)
Basil leaves - 1 tsp. (chopped fresh)
Garlic powder - 1/4 tsp.
Bread - 8 slices (1/2 inch thick)
Spinach - 8 large leaves
Turkey breast - 1/2 lb. (sliced and oven-roasted)
Roasted marinated peppers - 1/2 cup (drained and chopped)
Turkey-Biscuit Pot Pie

This recipe gives a twist to the classic turkey pot pie, and your guests won't complain about it. This turkey-biscuit pot pie is great for a comforting weeknight meal. It has a mouth-watering mixture of veggies and turkey while refrigerated biscuits create the golden crust.

Turkey-Biscuit Pot Pie Image Source: Betty Crocker
Ingredients for Filling:
Baby carrot - 2 1/2 cups
Broccoli - 2 cups
Butter - 3 tbsp. (or margarine)
Onions - 1/2 cup chopped
Flour - 3 tbsp.
Chicken broth - 2 cups
Sage - 1 tbsp. (fresh and chopped)
Turkey meat - 2 cups (cooked and cubed )
Ingredients for Biscuit:
Pancake mix - 1 cup
Milk - 1/2 cup
Cheddar cheese - 1/2 cup (2 oz) (shredded )
Thanksgiving Leftovers Pizza

Thanksgiving leftover pizza is an amazing way to make your meals interesting. With this recipe, you can make something new and delicious in just 10 minutes that will have you smacking your lips.

Thanksgiving Leftovers Pizza Image Source: Pillsbury
Ingredients for Turkey Dinner Pizza:
Pizza crust - 1 can
Stuffing - 2 cups
Turkey meat - 1 cup (cooked and shredded )
Turkey gravy - 1/2 cup
Cheddar cheese - 1 cup (4 oz) (shredded )
Homemade Turkey Soup

Have some leftover turkey after your Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner? No problem. Use what's left of the turkey carcass and make this amazing turkey soup that you can enjoy for days. It's simple, healthy, and super easy to make. 

Ingredients for Homemade Turkey Soup:
Turkey meat - 10-12-lbs. (cooked)
Water - 3 quarts (12 cups)
Salt - 1 tsp.
Pepper - 1/2 tsp
Dried sage - 1/4 tsp.
Bay leaves - 1 (dried )
Pearl barley - 1/2 cup uncooked
Carrots - 3 medium (sliced )
Onion - 1
Celery - 2 stalks (sliced)
Parsley - 2 tbsp. (chopped)
Whole Grain Turkey Salad Sandwich

This Turkey Salad recipe is crammed with flavors and textures. It’s the perfect solution for all that leftover turkey from your holiday meal and makes for a healthy, light, and tasty snack.

Whole Grain Turkey Salad Sandwich Image Source: Betty Crocker
Ingredients for Whole Grain Turkey Salad Sandwich:
Turkey meat - 1 1/2 cups (diced and cooked)
Apple - 1/2 cup (diced, with peel on)
Mayonnaise - 1/2 cup (or salad dressing)
Curry powder - 1 1/2 tsp.
Ground ginger - 1/4 tsp.
Pepper - 1/4 tsp.
Celery - 1/2 cup
Green onions - 2 tbsp. (chopped)
Whole grain bread - 8 slices
Turkey and Wild Rice Casserole

Here's an easy casserole dish made with your leftover Turkey. It's such a delicious way to use your leftovers that you will be tempted to deliberately leave some Thanksgiving turkey for the next day from now on. This one is a slow-cooked recipe, but preparation time is less than 30 minutes!

Turkey and Wild Rice Casserole Image Source: Betty Crocker
Ingredients for Turkey-Wild Rice Casserole:
Bacon slices - 4 (cut into 1/2-inch pieces)
Turkey breast tenderloins - 1 lb. (cut into 1/2-inch pieces)
Carrots - 2 (coarsely chopped)
Onions - 1 medium (coarsely chopped)
Celery - 1 stalks
Wild rice - 1 cup (uncooked )
Water - 2 1/2 cups
Soy sauce - 2 tbsp.
Dried marjoram - 1/4 to 1/2 tsp. (dried)
Pepper - 1/8 tsp.
Turkey Tetrazzini

This Turkey Tetrazzini recipe helps turn your precooked turkey into a hearty dish that will have you licking your lips. This easy casserole is extra savory and creamy. It's also studded with mushrooms and cheese, making it an easy weeknight meal for everyone in the family.

Turkey Tetrazzini Image Source: Betty Crocker
Ingredients for Turkey Tetrazzini:
Spaghetti - 1/2 lb (uncooked) (broken into thirds)
Butter - 5 tbsp. (or margarine)
Onions - 1 medium (chopped)
Bell pepper - 1 (chopped)
Button mushrooms - 8 oz (quartered)
Dry sherry - 1/3 cup
Alfredo pasta sauce - 20 oz. (canned is fine)
Parmesan cheese - 1/2 cup plus 2 tbsp. (finely shredded)
Turkey meat - 3 cups (cut up and cooked )
Breadcrumbs - 1/2 cup
Almonds - 1/2 cup (sliced )
Tomato-Basil Turkey Casserole

The next time you have some leftover turkey in your house, make use of it with this recipe. This comforting casserole features pasta, zucchini, and olives in yummy tomato sauce. It's creamy and tasty and extremely satisfying. Try it. We promise you won't regret it. 

Tomato-Basil Turkey Casserole Image Source: Betty Crocker
Ingredients for Tomato-Basil Turkey Casserole:
Gemelli pasta - 2 cups (8 oz) (uncooked )
Turkey meat - 2 cups (diced and cooked)
Tomato pasta sauce - 1 jar (26 oz) (any hearty or thick variety)
Zucchini - 1 medium (1 1/2 cups) (halved lengthwise and sliced)
Green olives - 1 can (2 1/4 oz) (drained and sliced)
Dried basil - 1 tsp.
Parmesan cheese - 1/4 cup (shredded )
Hot Turkey Salad with Rosemary Biscuits

You might have had plenty of turkey salads, but this one is truly unique. For starters, it’s baked in a ring of yummy biscuits. And to add an extra dose of flavor to this salad, you can sprinkle it with toasted sliced almonds and dried cranberries.

Hot Turkey Salad with Rosemary Biscuits Image Source: Betty Crocker
Ingredients for Hot Turkey Salad with Rosemary Biscuits:
Turkey meat - 2 cups (cut-up and cooked )
Pancake mix - 2 1/4 cups
Mayonnaise - 1/4 cup (or salad dressing)
Green onions - 2 medium (sliced )
Pancake mix - 2 tbsp.
Parmesan cheese - 1/4 cup (shredded )
Milk - 3/4 cup
Red bell pepper - 1/3 cup (chopped )
Rosemary - 1/2 tsp. (crumbled)
Celery - 2 stalks
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