this easy Thanksgiving Leftover Recipes Transform leftover turkey and sides into whole new dishes, from soups and salads to frittatas, epic sandwiches, and pot pies.
A delicious way to use Thanksgiving leftovers
My favorite part of Thanksgiving is remain — And honestly, this is where the real fun of cooking begins!
This is where Thanksgiving leftover recipes come in. Take classic Thanksgiving leftovers like turkey and mashed potatoes and turn them into something completely new.
Turkey and mashed potatoes can be transformed into pot pies, and turkey and sweet potatoes can be transformed into an irresistible frittata perfect for any meal of the day. And that’s just two options!
10+ Easy Thanksgiving Leftover Recipes
So, without further ado, let’s take a look at some of my favorite Thanksgiving leftover recipes.
Turkish Cuban Sandwich
These turkey Cuban sandwiches are an easy way to use up Thanksgiving leftovers. The light recipe I made won’t be burdensome either!
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Turkey Mashed Potato Pot Pie
Made with your choice of mashed potatoes or mashed sweet potatoes and leftover turkey, this Türkiye Mashed Potato Pot Pie is the ultimate comfort food. Easy to prepare and customizable.
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Leftover Turkey and Sweet Potato Frittata
Turn leftover turkey into breakfast or brunch with this turkey and sweet potato frittata recipe. Made with leftover turkey, diced sweet potatoes, spinach, and Gruyere, this is a delicious and satisfying dish that can be prepared in just minutes.
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Leftover Turkey Noodle Soup
Leftover Turkey Noodle Soup is a twist on the traditional chicken noodle soup and is one of my favorite ways to use up leftover turkey. Made with noodles and vegetables in a simple broth, this is a great recipe for cold days and freezes well.
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Leftover Turkey Harvest Cobb Salad
If you’re looking for a lighter Thanksgiving leftover recipe, this Turkey Harvest Cobb Salad is a great choice! It’s light yet filling, and includes leftover turkey, sweet potatoes, and pecans on top of vegetables.
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Roasted Turkey Croquette
Make turkey croquettes by adding mashed potatoes and herbs to leftover turkey, breading, and baking. Serve leftover gravy as an appetizer or main dish.
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Open ended turkey thaws
Open-Faced Turkey Melts make a quick and easy lunch by recycling leftover turkey into a sandwich. Serve with a few of your favorite sides and enjoy.
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Tortilla Soup
Tortilla soup is a flavorful Mexican-inspired dish made with leftover turkey, crushed tomatoes, and a few pantry staples. Top with avocado, tortilla strips, shredded cheese, or other garnishes of your choice.
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How long do Thanksgiving leftovers last?
Depending on the dish, most Thanksgiving leftovers will keep in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. You can enjoy it until about Monday.
Please note that food prepared in advance on Wednesday counts as one day left in the refrigerator, so leftover food must be eaten by Sunday.
Most Thanksgiving leftovers, including turkey, can be frozen for several months. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and foil, or place in an airtight container and freeze.
