Turn Thanksgiving Leftovers Into Delicious Recipes

By the edhat staff

Turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, and cranberry sauce is great for one meal and maybe another day of leftovers. But after that, what do you do with all this food?

Here are some recipes to transform your leftover turkey and sides into delicious next-day dishes that are just as good as the originals.

Breakfast Casserole

The Pioneer Woman’s Recipe to turn leftovers into a breakfast casserole is genius and delicious. Follow her recipe to a T or improvise with whatever is in your fridge.

View the recipe here.

Potato Cakes with Fried Eggs and Turkey-Red Pepper Hash

This hearty breakfast recipe from the Food Network can be flavored with just about any herbs while leftover turkey and gravy can be the main star of the hash by adding those last few spoonfuls of corn, peas, or whatever veggies are left over.

See the recipe here.

Turkey Bolognese

Chef Giada De Laurentiis puts an Italian spin on Turkey leftovers with this pasta dish. 

View the recipe here.

Turkey and Stuffing Quiche

There’s nothing easier than throwing leftovers into a pre-made pie shell with some variations of dairy and calling it a quiche. 

Here’s the recipe from the Food Network.

Turkey Dumpling Stew

If you have extra time on your hands to let this simmer, test out this hearty dumpling stew.

View the recipe here.

Pumpkin Chili

Another Pioneer Woman recipe creates a soothing and festive chili to enjoy on a chilly day. 

View the recipe here.