23 Ways To Use Up *All* Those Thanksgiving Leftovers

Whether you stuff rolls with slices of turkey and ham, or spoonfuls of green bean casserole and creamy mashed potatoes—the Thanksgiving leftover sandwich is as classic as the bird itself. But even tried-and-true favorites can get a bit stale; there’re only so many sandwiches you can stomach.

Instead, transform your turkey into a comforting pho or pot pie. Fry up mashed potatoes into savory pancakes or swirl spoonfuls into cake batter for moist, rich slices. Puree roasted roots into soups and whisk gravy or stocks into vinaigrettes. Even leftover pumpkin can make smooth and silky spreads. So, go ahead and make your sandwich. But then try one of these 23 new ways to clean the fridge.

Updated Meaty Mains

Turkey Pot Pie for Another Day
Turkey Pot Pie for Another Day
by Jennifer Ann
Empanadas are Little Pockets for All Your Leftovers
Empanadas are Little Pockets for All Your Leftovers
by Erin McDowell
Turkey Pho
Turkey Pho
by WinnieAb
Scrambled Egg Muffins
Scrambled Egg Muffins
by savorthis

Take Stock Of Sauces & Gravies

Cranberry Cookie Bars
Cranberry Cookie Bars
by simplycooking101

Refresh Your Vegetable Dishes

The Happiest Ending for Leftovers Is Quiche
The Happiest Ending for Leftovers Is Quiche
by Caroline Lange
Butternut (or Sweet Potato or Pumpkin) Pecan Bread
Butternut (or Sweet Potato or Pumpkin) Pecan Bread
by inpatskitchen
Cauliflower Patties
Cauliflower Patties
by cucina di mammina

The Humble, Adaptable Spud

Kronans Kaka (Swedish Almond Potato Cake)
Kronans Kaka (Swedish Almond Potato Cake)
by Catherine Lamb
Potato, Mushroom, and Caramelized Onion Pierogi
Potato, Mushroom, and Caramelized Onion Pierogi
by Jamie@lifesafeast
Pull-Apart Thanksgiving Leftover Stuffed Bread
Pull-Apart Thanksgiving Leftover Stuffed Bread
by Joy Huang | The Cooking of Joy
Leftover Mashed Potato Flatbread
Leftover Mashed Potato Flatbread
by MrsWheelbarrow
Mashed Potato Cakes with Broccoli and Cheese
Mashed Potato Cakes with Broccoli and Cheese
by Merrill Stubbs

Share your favorite ways to use up Thanksgiving leftovers—sweet, savory, or both!—below.


(via Food52)

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