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These Thanksgiving leftover recipes take all of that delicious food you made for the holidays and turns it into a whole new meal. No more getting bored with leftovers!

Thanksgiving Leftovers Recipes


 

Are you looking forward to Thanksgiving dinner? Stuffing, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, and of course turkey! I don’t know about you but I can’t wait to have a helping of each :).

After the big feast, turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes… you name it – there’s often a fridge full of good food and the challenge of turning it into something exciting. These recipes make it easy to repurpose Thanksgiving leftovers, transforming them into fresh new meals: sandwiches, sliders, casseroles, and fun appetizers. Whether you’re feeding family, prepping for a busy week, or simply trying to avoid turkey sandwich fatigue, you’ll find ideas here to breathe new life into your holiday spread.

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Thanksgiving Leftovers Sandwich

Thanksgiving Leftovers Sandwich
Thanksgiving Leftovers Sandwich
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Gooey Gobbler is a grilled cheese sandwich piled high with Thanksgiving Leftovers
Gooey Gobbler
The Gooey Gobbler is a grilled cheese sandwich piled high with roast turkey, smoked gouda and cranberry sauce. It’s a fall grilled cheese recipe that is perfect for using up those Thanksgiving leftovers!
cut Turkey and Cranberry Panini on a plate
Turkey and Cranberry Panini
This easy turkey panini is a hot, toasted sandwich made with tender, juicy, turkey, creamy brie cheese, and sweet and spicy cranberry salsa. 
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Thanksgiving Leftovers sliders
Thanksgiving Leftovers Sliders
One of the best ways to use Thanksgiving leftovers! Thanksgiving Leftovers Sliders are everything you love about Thanksgiving in one bite.
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More Thanksgiving Sandwiches

Thanksgiving Leftover Casserole

Turkey Shepherd’s Pie is Thanksgiving Leftovers
Turkey Shepherd’s Pie
This Turkey Shepherd’s Pie is an easy casserole for a cold winter night.
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More Thanksgiving Casseroles Made with Leftovers

Meals with Thanksgiving Leftovers

turkey with marsala sauce is Thanksgiving Leftovers
Turkey with Marsala Sauce
This Turkey with homemade marsala sauce turns your holiday leftovers into an Italian inspired entree that is perfect for any day of the week.
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More Easy Meals Made with Leftovers

Leftover Stuffing Recipes

Stuffing Balls on a black platter
Stuffing Balls with Sausage
Sausage Stuffing Balls are an easy appetizer with all of the flavors of the holidays. Cheese, sausage, bacon, and stuffing are rolled together for one perfect bite!
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More Recipes that Use Leftover Stuffing

How to Store Leftovers

This year I’m thinking ahead and bringing my Tupperware with me so I can load up on leftovers!

In general leftovers can be safely stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. If you don’t think you will be able to eat your leftovers within that time you can freezer them for up to 6 months.

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