Thanksgiving dinner is a highlight, but many anticipate the next-day feast of leftovers even more. After the cooking rush, there’s comfort in simplicity – a cold spoonful of stuffing, a leftover turkey sandwich. But if you’re ready to go beyond the basics, your Thanksgiving scraps hold the potential for entirely new meals.

Here are 15 recipes to transform those leftovers:

Reinventing the Main Course

  1. Turkey Carnitas: Shred leftover turkey and fry it up in a skillet until crispy for a unique take on Mexican street food.
  2. Turkey Shepherd’s Pie: Layer shredded turkey with leftover gravy and mashed potatoes for a cozy comfort dish.
  3. Turkey Tetrazzini: Combine turkey, pasta, mushrooms, and a creamy sauce for a classic casserole.

Side Dish Transformations

  1. Stuffing Grilled Cheese: Stuff grilled cheese sandwiches with leftover stuffing for a savory twist.
  2. Stuffing Waffles: Mix mashed potatoes and stuffing, then cook in a waffle iron for a crispy, savory treat.
  3. Mashed Potato Pancakes: Combine leftover mashed potatoes with egg and flour, then fry into golden pancakes.

Creative Combinations

  1. Cranberry Brie Bites: Spread cranberry sauce over brie cheese and bake in puff pastry for a sweet-and-savory appetizer.
  2. Sweet Potato Hash: Dice leftover sweet potatoes and fry them with onions and spices for a hearty breakfast or side dish.
  3. Brussels Sprouts and Bacon Pizza: Top pizza dough with shredded Brussels sprouts, bacon, and leftover gravy for a unique pie.

Unexpected Delights

  1. Turkey Chili: Add shredded turkey to chili for a protein-packed meal.
  2. Cranberry Salsa: Mix cranberry sauce with jalapenos and cilantro for a festive salsa.
  3. Pumpkin Pie Parfaits: Layer crumbled pumpkin pie with whipped cream and granola for a dessert parfait.

Simple Upgrades

  1. Leftover Turkey Fried Rice: Dice turkey and add it to your favorite fried rice recipe.
  2. Gravy Poutine: Pour gravy over fries and cheese curds for a Thanksgiving-inspired poutine.
  3. Turkey Cranberry Wraps: Spread cranberry sauce on tortillas, add sliced turkey, and wrap for

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