Don't let those Thanksgiving leftovers go to waste! Here are 6 creative recipes to transform your leftover turkey, mashed potatoes, and cranberry sauce into mouth watering meals that everyone will love.
Thanksgiving dinner may be over, but I'm willing to bet your fridge is probably still packed with delicious leftovers. I know mine is! So, instead of just reheating the same old plate, why not have some fun with it?
Turn your leftover turkey, mashed potatoes, and cranberry sauce into dishes that are just as exciting as the big feast itself! In case you need a little inspiration, I've put together 6 simple, cozy, and oh-so-tasty recipes that will bring those Thanksgiving leftovers back to life.
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Cheesy Garlic Leftover Mashed Potato Pancakes
A quick, easy, and delicious way to use up any leftover mashed potatoes loaded with cheese, spices, herbs and topped with sour cream. Perfect for Thanksgiving leftovers!
Cranberry Cream Cheese Turkey Salad Sandwich
Don't let those turkey day leftovers go to waste! Creamy and tangy cranberry cream cheese pairs perfectly with tender turkey and crisp celery, all piled high on your favorite bread.
One Pot Turkey Wild Rice Casserole
The perfect leftover Thanksgiving turkey recipe chock full of veggies and healthy wild rice all done in one pot! Easily substitute with cooked chicken for an easy skillet dinner all year long.
Turkey Cranberry Salad
A lighter way to enjoy your leftovers, combining tender turkey with crisp greens, dried cranberries, nuts, and a zesty vinaigrette. The perfect antidote to the heaviness of the Thanksgiving feast!
Turkey Cranberry Brie Panini
Slices of tender turkey paired with a layer of sweet cranberry sauce and creamy, melty Brie—all pressed between two slices of rustic bread. It’s bound to be your new post-Thanksgiving favorite.
10 Minute Sheet Pan Turkey Melts
Quick and easy broiled turkey melts all done on a sheet pan in just 10 minutes. Perfect for Thanksgiving leftovers too!
Which of these leftover recipes will you try first? Let me know in the comments below or by take a photo and tag @aberdeenskitchen on Instagram. I can't wait to see what you make!
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