8 Creative Meals to Make With Your Thanksgiving Leftovers
One of the most anticipated meals of the year is Thanksgiving dinner. Turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, pumpkin pie, and everything else on the table makes for a delicious combination.
No matter how full your Thanksgiving table is with family or friends, there always seems to be plenty of leftovers. While this is definitely not a bad thing, eating Thanksgiving leftovers may get old after having them all week.
Instead of just eating the same old meal each day, try out these creative and unique ways to transform your Thanksgiving leftovers.
1. Thanksgiving Stuffing Waffles
Want to spice up your savory waffles in the morning? Try adding some leftover stuffing to your waffle maker to make a crispy and delicious stuffing waffle.
Top it with some mashed potatoes, gravy, or some sweet cranberry sauce for a perfect Thanksgiving breakfast concoction.
2. Turkey Reubens
Sometimes a regular turkey sandwich doesn't do it, but a turkey Reuben can transform these leftovers into something more creative.
Add some Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and even some leftover stuffing to make this sandwich even more authentic and delicious.
3. Turkey Pasta
Turn your Thanksgiving leftovers into an Italian dish by making turkey pasta. Many recipes call for ground turkey, but sliced turkey can be just as good.
Add your favorite kind of pasta, whether it be spaghetti, penne, or rigatoni, and if you have some leftover rolls, they can go great with this dish.
4. Deep Fried Green Beans
Most of the ingredients you need for deep fried green beans are probably already in your pantry. Turn your leftover green beans into a tasty and crunchy snack.
Just grab some flour, breadcrumbs, seasoning, eggs, and oil and toss in the pan. Or omit the oil and use an air fryer for a healthier alternative.
5. Cranberry Muffins
Maybe you have plenty of leftover cranberry sauce or cranberries you didn't use. These sweet fruits can be the perfect addition to a muffin.
All you need is a cup of leftover cranberry sauce, chunky or smooth, along with ingredients for the muffin itself. Eat for breakfast or for a sweet snack.
6. Hush Puppies
Who doesn't love mashed potatoes? Now imagine them fried, and you just made the perfect hush puppies. Like the fried green beans, it doesn't take too many ingredients to transform your leftover mashed potatoes.
Grab some eggs, breadcrumbs, and seasoning, add to your mashed potato balls, and fry!
7. Turkey Pot Pie
A pot pie can be the best food to make for a warm and cozy winter night in. Using your leftover turkey, green beans, gravy, and anything else you want to add, you can make delicious turkey pot pie.
Freeze it after baking for a meal later, or eat it now while it's fresh and warm.
8. Potato Cakes With Eggs and Turkey
Use your leftover turkey and potatoes to make a delicious Thanksgiving leftover breakfast. Fry your leftover mashed potatoes to make the hash, and add in some vegetables if you're feeling extra savory.
Add some leftover turkey, an egg on top, and even some gravy if you desire.
Gobble Up Your Thanksgiving Leftovers
Don't let your Thanksgiving leftovers go to waste! Make these creative dishes to keep your meals interesting and delicious. You can also save these recipes for later even when you don't have leftovers to make all year round.