So, it’s the day afterThanksgiving, and you’re left with a fridge full of leftover food.
Yes, the meal was deliciousbut how are you going to put all thatstuffingand turkey to good use?
If you’re anticipating some Thanksgiving meal fatigue, we’ve got you covered.
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These leftover Thanksgiving recipes will ensure that nothing goes to waste.
And for more, check outWhat Happens to Your Body When You Eat Turkey.
Get our recipe for aTurkey BLT Salad.
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald
This one combines bacon and fresh greens with the inevitable leftover turkey and cranberry sauce from Thanksgiving dinner.
Get our recipe for aBacon and Avocado-infused Turkey Gobbler Sandwich.
Add some of that leftover roasted turkey into an easy salad.
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald
Get our recipe for aSpinach-pomegranate Salad With Roasted Turkey.
Turkey & Waffles
You’ve heard of chicken and waffles, but what about turkey and waffles?
This inventive recipe turns that leftover turkey and stuffing into a tasty breakfast.
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald
If you’ve never tried “waffled stuffing” before, give it a try!
Get the recipe fromReal Food by Dad.
Get the recipe fromHow Sweet Eats.
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Skillet Stuffing Shakshuka
Baked eggs make everything better.
It’s the perfect post-Thanksgiving brunch food.
Get the recipe fromJackie Alpers.
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You’ll wonder why you haven’t used cranberry sauce in baked goods sooner!
Top them with Greek yogurt or sour cream for a savory breakfast treat.
Get the recipe fromDiethood.
Courtesy of How Sweet Eats
Thanksgiving Leftover Dumplings
If Thanksgiving leftovers can be waffles, they can be dumplings, too.
Grab some wonton wraps and turn those leftovers into an inventive dish that’s all its own.
Get the recipe fromFoxes Love Lemons.
Courtesy of Jackie’s Happy Plate
If your family can’t resist anything deep-fried, this recipe is for you.
Leftover Thanksgiving Pumpkin Pie Milkshake
It’s hard to imagine anyone getting tired of pumpkin pie.
But if you’re feeling inventive, turn that leftover treat into a milkshake with this easy recipe.
Courtesy of How Sweet Eats
Get the recipe fromA Beautiful Plate.
A previous version of this story was published in November 2020.
It has been fact-checked and updated to include additional entries and updated links.
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