Leftover Turkey Recipes Collection

Leftover Turkey Recipes Collection

Leftover Turkey Recipes Round-Up

Leftover Turkey Recipes Collection

After the hustle of holiday cooking, you may find yourself staring at a mountain of leftover turkey, wondering how to keep things fresh and exciting. That’s where this round-up comes in. Here are seven of my favorite leftover turkey recipes from over the years, along with my go-to method for roasting the perfect bird. Together, they ensure that your holiday meal keeps giving long after the main event.

This collection of recipes is designed to make creative use of leftover turkey, transforming it into new and delicious dishes. From charming savory cupcakes to a refreshing turkey glass noodle salad to a collection of seasonal soups, the goal is to provide variety and keep the leftovers from becoming repetitive. Whether you’re craving comfort food or something light and fresh, these ideas offer a little something for everyone.

Recipe round-ups like these are especially popular after major holidays. They not only help reduce food waste but also encourage us to rediscover the joy of cooking with leftovers. With a bit of ingenuity, these recipes ensure that leftover turkey doesn’t feel like an afterthought. Instead, it becomes the star ingredient in dishes that are just as delightful as the holiday feast itself.

Cooking with leftover turkey extends the festive spirit, letting you savor the flavors of the season in new and unexpected ways. So whether you’re reheating or reinventing, these recipes make every bite feel like a celebration. And if you’re preparing your turkey for the first time, my tried-and-true roasting method will set you up for success, ensuring a tender and flavorful bird that’s perfect for any of the dishes that follow.

Leftover Turkey Recipes Collection

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Leftover Turkey Soup with Dumplings

Leftover Turkey Soup with Dumplings

Leftover Turkey Soup with Dumplings

It’s that time of year again. Time for the Annual Leftover Turkey Soup. For 2024 we have a hearty, cozy, comforting turkey soup with plenty of vegetables and big fluffy dumplings.

And this year, every single ingredient in the recipe is leftover from cooking the Thanksgiving meal. No need to run out to the market! This is a true LEFTOVER SOUP, everything is on hand from the turkey, to the vegetables, to the herbs and spices, flour and diary!

Leftover Turkey Soup with Dumplings

Turkey Soup with Dumplings Recipe

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Leftover Turkey Soup: Panang Curry

Leftover Turkey Soup: Panang Curry

Leftover Turkey Soup

Panang Curry Turkey Broth, Shredded Turkey, Crispy Tofu Croutons
Broccoli, Zucchini, Carrots, Jasmine Rice
Lime, Scallion, Cilantro, Basil
Bean Sprouts and Cashews on the Side

It’s that time of year again. Time for the Annual Leftover Turkey Soup. This year doesn’t disappoint – it’s Thai-Style! Super-fragrant, complex, mildly spicy, slightly sweet & creamy – panang curry broth definitely complements the shredded roast turkey. Chock full of vegetables, jasmine rice, and plenty of fresh herbs this soup is so satisfying. And if you are, by now, a little bit tired of that traditional Thanksgiving bouquet, this dish is on the opposite end of the flavor spectrum.

Leftover Turkey Soup: Panang Curry

Leftover Turkey Soup: Panang Curry

Leftover Turkey Soup with Panang Curry Recipe

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Thanksgiving Leftovers Cupcakes

Thanksgiving Leftovers Cupcakes

🧁 🦃 Thanksgiving Leftovers Savory Cupcakes 🦃 🧁

The Stuffing Everyone Loves
Stuffed with Turkey
Topped With Mashed Potatoes
Served with Dried Cranberries and Turkey Gravy

We 🧡 Thanksgiving Leftovers! They offer a convenient and enjoyable way to continue savoring the flavors of the holiday way beyond the initial feast. Moreover, they allow for culinary ingenuity and resourcefulness in the kitchen without the stress of timing every dish to be served hot and promptly!

In essence, leftovers hold a special significance – blending tradition, the chance to minimize food waste, and nostalgia for mom’s leftover turkey sandwiches from days gone by.

Here, whimsical cupcakes are crafted using leftover stuffing, turkey, gravy, and mashed potatoes. Besides the adorable presentation, they are super tasty and combine all the tastes of Thanksgiving into one savory little package.

The Stuffing Everyone Loves

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Herby Turkey & Corona Bean Soup

Herby Turkey & Corona Bean Soup

Herby Turkey & Corona Bean Soup

It’s that time of year again. Time for the Annual Leftover Turkey Soup. This year with beans! Huge, enormous, gigantic beans! And lots of fresh herbs. Rosemary, sage, thyme, and bay perfume a broth that is rich and flavorful. The beans are super-plump, tender and creamy.  Nutty, cheese notes brought by a sprinkling of Parmesan and piquant spice notes by red chile flakes complement the shredded roast turkey. This year’s leftover soup is a huge delectable winner!

Herby Turkey & Corona Bean Soup

Herby Turkey & Corona Bean Soup Recipe

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