Leftover Turkey: Share Your Favorite Recipe!

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Discussion Overview

The thread centers around sharing favorite recipes for leftover turkey, with participants exchanging various ideas and personal experiences related to cooking with turkey leftovers.

Discussion Character

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  • Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • One participant shares a recipe for turkey stromboli, mentioning it includes turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce, and cheese rolled in pizza dough.
  • Another participant expresses excitement about making the turkey stromboli, planning to use Swiss cheese and all their leftovers.
  • One participant notes their family enjoys the Turkey Cranberry Wreath, despite their family's pickiness.
  • Another participant mentions making turkey calzones, inspired by a segment on The View, highlighting its simplicity and appealing ingredients.
  • One participant shares a recipe for green grape turkey salad, detailing the ingredients and suggesting the addition of pasta.
  • Another participant reminisces about their mom's turkey loaf, expressing a desire to find the recipe after missing it this year.
  • One participant describes enjoying turkey Jamaican jerk nachos as a good way to use turkey leftovers.
  • Another participant mentions making turkey paninis with onion cranberry marmalade and expresses interest in experimenting with different panini types.
  • One participant describes making creamed turkey over mashed potatoes, detailing their preparation method and expressing enjoyment of the dish.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on specific recipes and preferences for using turkey leftovers, with no clear consensus on a single favorite recipe.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences and recipes, reflecting a variety of culinary approaches to utilizing turkey leftovers after holiday meals.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants looking for creative ways to use leftover turkey may find the shared recipes and experiences helpful.

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pamperedlinda
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Post your favorite recipe for Turkey left-overs. I have a ton of turkey and want some new ideas. You don't have to post a PC recipe, but if it's your fave, then go ahead.
 
rachael ray made something the other day called turkey stromboli with turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce and cheese and gravy. rolled up in the pizza dough.

i'm sure the recipe is on her website, i'll be making that tonight. mm mm good
 
ginamkiely said:
rachael ray made something the other day called turkey stromboli with turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce and cheese and gravy. rolled up in the pizza dough.

i'm sure the recipe is on her website, i'll be making that tonight. mm mm good
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I have everything I need to make this! It sounds good - I am going to use Swiss cheese, and all the leftovers!
 
I still really love our Turkey Cranberry Wreath. My family doesn't like it, though...they are so picky!

On The View today, they showed a turkey calzone. Pizza dough, turkey, bacon, sage, cheese...and not sure if that was all. Fold over, brush with olive oil, and bake. Looked really easy and good!
 
since we go to the DH's family for turkey day, I don't have leftovers!:cry:
so right now, there is a turkey breast in the crockpot for the kids to have for dinner tonight.....DH and I are headed out of town for an "adult only" overnight trip and to the football game tomorrow! I am so ready for a get away, even if it is only for about 30 hours!
 
Meg...have fun! Adults only......hmmmmmmm....30 hours will be nice!!:blushing:
 
KellyTheChef said:
Meg...have fun! Adults only......hmmmmmmm....30 hours will be nice!!:blushing:
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well, let's see-2.5 hours driving there, 2.5 hours back, 4 hours at a football game (GO PIRATES!), 2 or 3 hours tailgating....so that leaves us 18 hours! I'll take it!
 
GREEN GRAPE TURKEY SALAD 3 c. diced, cooked turkey
1 c. sliced celery
1 c. green grapes
1 c. mayonnaise
3 tbsp. lemon juice
1 tsp. saltCombine all ingredients. Chill. You can also add pasta of your choice to this - you may want to increase the mayo then so it isn't too dry...
 
My mom makes Turkey loaf, with bread crumbs, celery, eggs, some spices and turkey of course. I don't have the recipe handy. If it sounds good to you, send me a message and I'll try to find it. I love it, but we had to come home before my mom made it this year. I have the left over pumpkin bread pudding (not that great) and pumpkin pie a la easy.
 
Here's the recipe from Rachael Ray:

Turkey Stromboli

1 tube refrigerated pizza dough, such as Pillsbury brand
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour or cornmeal
1 cup leftover cranberry sauce
3 cups leftover turkey, shredded
2 cups leftover stuffing
2 cups aged white cheddar cheese, shredded
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (EVOO)
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
2 cups leftover gravy
Preparation
Pre-heat oven to 400°F
Break open the tube of dough and remove it from container. Dust your hands and lightly coat the dough with flour or cornmeal, then roll it out onto work surface. Stretch the dough out gently so that is an inch larger than when you first take it out of the roll (but in the same rectangle shape that it has initially). Spread the cranberry sauce in an even layer over the dough, making sure to leave an inch border around the circumference of the rectangle.
Layer the turkey and stuffing down the middle of the dough going from one corner to the opposite corner in a diagonal line. Cover the turkey and stuffing with the cheddar. Bring one corner of the dough up over the turkey mixture, then roll the dough on an angle to make a long roll that is thick in the middle and thinner on each end. You should have turkey mixture running down the middle with some filling exposed at each end.
Brush the stromboli with EVOO, then sprinkle the sesame seeds on top and pat them into the dough. Place onto a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, until evenly golden. Serve with leftover hot gravy alongside.
 
ginamkiely said:
rachael ray made something the other day called turkey stromboli with turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce and cheese and gravy. rolled up in the pizza dough.

i'm sure the recipe is on her website, i'll be making that tonight. mm mm good
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I saw this too and am so going to try it!!
 
I just had Turkey Jamaican Jerk Nachos...yum and good use for the turkey, especially when you've had plenty.
 
janetupnorth said:
I just had Turkey Jamaican Jerk Nachos...yum and good use for the turkey, especially when you've had plenty.
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Oh that sounds good! I may need to try that.

I made the Turkey Paninis with Onion Cranberry Marmalade last night for dinner. Yum! Those were really good. I may need to just experiment with different types of paninis using the left over turkey. But the nachos sound like a good idea too.:)
 
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pamperedbecky said:
....I made the Turkey Paninis with Onion Cranberry Marmalade last night for dinner. Yum! Those were really good. I may need to just experiment with different types of paninis using the left over turkey. But the nachos sound like a good idea too.:)
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Recipe please
 
pamperedlinda said:
Recipe please
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It's in the Cooking for Two or More cookbook.:) I don't have it saved or typed out in a file, so I can't attach it. I have to run, but if nobody else has this already typed out and can post it, I'll try to jump on at a later time and post it. Hopefully someone else might have it saved.....:rolleyes:
 
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pamperedbecky said:
It's in the Cooking for Two or More cookbook.:) I don't have it saved or typed out in a file, so I can't attach it. I have to run, but if nobody else has this already typed out and can post it, I'll try to jump on at a later time and post it. Hopefully someone else might have it saved.....:rolleyes:
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I thought it sounded familiar. I have that book, thanks!
 
I am trying it tomorrow night
ginamkiely said:
rachael ray made something the other day called turkey stromboli with turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce and cheese and gravy. rolled up in the pizza dough.

i'm sure the recipe is on her website, i'll be making that tonight. mm mm good
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I was going to make it tonight but decided to do it tomorrow night instead. Was it as good as it looked?
 
Good ole Turkey pot Pie....
 
Creamed Turkey over Mashed PotatoesI love it.
I make a rue of flour and butter then add milk and stir until it thickens. Salt and pepper to taste. When it is thick enough I add leftover pieces of turkey, diced or hand torn into bite sized pieces. Cook until turkey is warmed through and then serve over mashed potatoes. Just had this tonight as a matter of fact!! Yummy!!
 
^^ oh my this sound yummy Cynthia, I'm on my way upstairs to make it now!
Thanks for sharing!
 
smarteez2 said:
I love it.
I make a rue of flour and butter then add milk and stir until it thickens. Salt and pepper to taste. When it is thick enough I add leftover pieces of turkey, diced or hand torn into bite sized pieces. Cook until turkey is warmed through and then serve over mashed potatoes. Just had this tonight as a matter of fact!! Yummy!!
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Do you think in a pinch for time that one of the condensed creamed of _____(something!LOL!) soups will work?
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What are some creative ways to use leftover turkey?

Leftover turkey can be used in a variety of dishes! Consider making turkey soup, turkey pot pie, turkey sandwiches, or turkey tacos. You can also shred the turkey and mix it with BBQ sauce for a delicious turkey slider or use it in a casserole with vegetables and cheese.

Can you share a simple recipe for leftover turkey soup?

Absolutely! For a simple turkey soup, sauté onions, carrots, and celery in a pot. Add shredded leftover turkey, chicken broth, and your choice of seasonings. Bring it to a boil, then add noodles or rice and simmer until cooked. Finish with fresh herbs for added flavor!

What is a good recipe for turkey enchiladas?

To make turkey enchiladas, mix shredded leftover turkey with black beans, corn, and cheese. Roll the mixture in tortillas, place them in a baking dish, and top with enchilada sauce and more cheese. Bake at 350°F for about 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden.

How can I make a turkey salad with leftovers?

For a turkey salad, combine chopped leftover turkey with diced apples, celery, and walnuts. Mix in a dressing of mayonnaise, mustard, and a splash of lemon juice. Serve it on a bed of greens or as a sandwich filling for a refreshing meal!

What are some tips for storing leftover turkey?

To store leftover turkey, make sure it cools down to room temperature before placing it in an airtight container. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to four days or frozen for longer storage. When freezing, consider portioning it out for easy use later!

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