Your Complete Guide to Turkey Leftover Recipes

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More Leftover Turkey Recipes than You'll Ever Need

Welcome to one of the best sources of leftover turkey recipes on the web. If you can't find a good turkey leftover recipe here, then I'm pretty sure you don't really want turkey. There are lots of different kinds of turkey recipes here, from soups to wraps to casseroles and salads. If you've got some leftover turkey in the fridge that you need to use, you've come to the right place.

P.S. They're all good with leftover chicken, too.

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Traditional Turkey Rice Soup 

The perfect simple meal for the day after.

6 cups Chicken broth
1/4 cup White rice, raw
1/4 cup Wild rice, raw
1 cup Green onions, chopped fine
1/2 cup Butter
3/4 cup Flour
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1/4 teaspoon Pepper
2 cups Milk
1-1/2 cup cooked Turkey, cubed
8 slices Bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled
3 tablespoons Sherry, dry (optional)

Combine chicken broth, rice and onions in a large sauce pan. Heat to boiling, reduce heat and simmer 40 minutes. In another sauce pan melt butter. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper, cook 1 minute stirring until smooth and bubbly. Slowly stir in the milk and cook until slightly thickened. Add the milk mixture into the broth mixture slowly. Add remaining ingredients and heat gently, do not boil.
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More Turkey Soup Recipes 

Leftover Turkey Soup
This is a great way to get a little extra from your turkey. Simmer the carcass in water for awhile and get all the flavor and little bits of meat left over that would otherwise go to waste.
Turkey Divan Soup
Turkey, cheese, broccoli, onion and a little ham combine to make a satisfying soup.
Turkey Stuffing Soup
Sort of stuffing dumplings.
Wild Rice Soup
Creamy and filling.
Spicy Hearty Turkey Soup
This one has a Tex-Mex kick with chili powder, cumin, cilantro and green chiles.
Turkey Soup
Simple, low-fat soup.
Tex-Mex Turkey Soup
Another Southwest-inspired soup with a tomato base and black beans.
After-Thanksgiving-Turkey Soup
Creamy turkey rice soup.
Turkey Soup with Parsley Dumplings
I had to have at least one dumpling recipe in here.
Barley Turkey Soup
Good for a cool evening.
Turkey Stew Island Style
I'm not sure which island, but it sure is tasty.

 


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Turkey Reuben Sandwich Recipe 

An unusual turkey sandwich recipe.

One pound of cooked turkey breast, thinly-sliced
Eight slices of rye bread
1/4 cup of softened, unsalted butter
1/2 cup of sweet honey mustard
Eight slices of Swiss cheese
1/2 cup of well-drained sauerkraut

Spread mustard on one side of four slices of bread.

To each of the four pieces of bread, add four ounces of sliced turkey, a slice of cheese and two tablespoons of well-drained sauerkraut, then another slice of cheese. Top each with a slice of bread.

Carefully butter both sides of the sandwiches.

Heat a large skillet to medium-high. Grill one side of the sandwiches until browned, then flip and grill the other side.

More Turkey Sandwich Recipes 

Hot Brown
A Southern classic open-faced sandwich.
The Ultimate Turkey Sandwich
Everything in the kitchen sandwich from Slashfood.
Rick's Turkey Sandwich
This is my husband's absolute favorite way to eat turkey. Cranberry sauce and lettuce make the turkey sing.
The Best Leftover Turkey Sandwich Ever
Basically a gourmet version of Rick's Turkey Sandwich above.
Leftover Turkey Sandwich Ideas
A whole list of easy ways to make family-friendly sandwiches from FamilyFun.
Turkey Mini Cornbread Sandwiches
Turkey on orange cornbread.

 

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Incredibly Easy Leftover Turkey Casserole 

This recipe and its variations have been around for years. It remains popular because it's tasty and very easy to make.

1 pk (6 oz) Stove Top Stuffing Mix For Turkey or Chicken
1 1/2 c Hot Water
1/4 c (1/2 stick), Butter or Margarine, cut into pieces
2 c Cubed Cooked Turkey
1 Jar (12 oz.) Chicken Gravy
1 pk (10 oz.) Frozen Mixed Vegetables, thawed, drained
1/4 ts Dried Thyme Leaves

Combine seasoning packet from stuffing mix with hot water and butter until better is melted. Stir in stuffing just until moist.
Let stand 5 minutes.

Add gravy, turkey, vegetables and thyme to a 2-quart casserole or 12x8 inch baking dish. Stir to combine.

Spoon stuffing over turkey mixture.

BAKE at 350F for 45 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Makes 6 servings.

More Leftover Turkey Casserole Recipes 

Vincent Price's Turkey Casserole
The title alone was enough for me to check this one out. Vincent Price was a gourmet cook in addition to being a great and really scary actor. This recipe looks incredible.
Quick Broccoli Rice Casserole with Turkey
Basic broccoli rice casserole with some added protein from that leftover turkey.
Holiday Leftover Casserole
Another easy classic with mashed potatoes and stuffing.

Simple Turkey Salad 

2 Hard-Boiled Eggs, chopped
1/2 c. Mayonnaise
1 tbsp. Lemon juice
1/2 c. Chopped Celery
1-1/2 c. Finely Chopped Cooked Turkey
1/2 c. Green Onion, sliced
2 tsp. Prepared Mustard
2 tbsp. Sweet Pickle Relish

Combine ingredients and chill 1 hour. Serve on bread or as a salad on lettuce leaves.

More Leftover Turkey Salad Recipes 

After Thanksgiving Salad
Mixed with peanuts, green onions, chutney, pineapple, mayo and a touch of curry. Mmmmm.
Turkey and Apple Salad
Crunchy with apples and celery.
Hot Turkey Salad
A tasty old-fashioned recipe with cheddar cheese and crushed potato chips.
Asian Turkey Salad
Yummy with soy sauce and peanut butter, and mixed with coleslaw mix and cilantro.
Turkey Salad
A more sophisticated turkey salad with vinegraitte dressing.

 


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Lattice Topped Turkey Pie 

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2 cups chopped cooked turkey
1 10 oz. pkg frozen English peas
1 cup (4 oz.) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup diced celery
1/2 cup soft breadcrumbs
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp pepper
1 cup mayonnaise
3 dashes hot sauce
1 (8 oz.) can crescent dinner rolls
2 tsp sesame seeds

Combine turkey, peas, cheese, celery, breadcrumbs, onion, salt, pepper, mayonnaise and hot sauce; mix well. Spoon into a 12x8-inch baking dish.

Separate crescent dough into 2 rectangles; press to seal any perforations. Cut into 1-inch wide strips. Arrange strips in a lattice design across the top of the turkey mixture. Sprinkle with sesame seeds. Bake at 350 for 35 minutes.

More Turkey Pot Pie Recipes 

Impossible Turkey Pie
Yes, this the turkey version of that famous recipe where you toss the ingredients into a pie plate, pour the biscuit mix on top and shove it into the oven.
Turkey Pot Pie
The classic pot pie recipe.
Turkey Pot Pie with Cornbread Topping
Turkey pot pie with a definite Southern twist.

Turkey and Swiss Calzones 

4 cups all-purpose flour
4 1/2 teaspoons quick-rise yeast
2 teaspoons brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cup water, 120 degrees F.
3 tablespoons oil
3 1/2 cups cooked turkey, cubed
1 1/2 cup Swiss cheese, shredded
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 egg, beaten

In a mixing bowl, mix together 3 cups flour, yeast, brown sugar and salt. Stir in water and beat until smooth. Add enough remaining flour to make a soft dough. Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 4 minutes. Cover and let rest in a warm place for 15 minutes.

Meanwhile, combine the turkey, cheese and mustard in a bowl. Divide dough into eight pieces. On a floured surface, roll each piece into a 7 inch circle. Put a dab of turkey filling on each circle. Fold dough over filling; pinch seams to seal. Place on greased baking sheets. Brush with egg. Bake at 375 F for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.

More Wrapped Turkey Recipes 

Turkey Empanadas
A fun and different way to use up those leftovers. With green chiles.
Turkey or Chicken Enchiladas
Tasty enchilada recipe that combines cream cheese with the other filling ingredients to make a rich, creamy enchilada.

Leftover Turkey Recipes with Pasta 

Turkey Tetrazzini
Popular for a reason. Fragrant with tarragon and nutmeg.

Turkey Chili Recipe 

1 Large Onion, chopped
1 Clove Garlic, minced
1 Tbs. Vegetable Oil
2-1/2 cups Cooked Turkey, chopped
1 14-1/2 oz. can Stewed Tomatoes
1 c. Chicken Broth or Low Sodium Chicken Broth
1/2 c. Dijon Mustard
1 Tbs. Chili Powder
1/8 tsp. Ground Cayenne Pepper
1 15-oz. can Cannellini Beans, drained and rinsed
1 8-oz. can Corn, drained
Tortilla Chips
Cheddar Cheese, and Cilantro (optional)

In large saucepan, over medium-high heat, sautee onions and garlic in oil until tender. Stir in turkey, tomatoes, chicken broth, mustard, chili powder and cayenne pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Stir in beans and corn. Cook for 5 minutes. Top with crushed tortilla chips, shredded cheese and
cilantro, if desired.

 


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Cookbooks Full of Great Recipes 

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Hot & Spicy Chicken: A Sizzling Collection of More Than 140 Fiery Chicken, Turkey and Duck Recipes by Valerie Ferguson

Hot & Spicy Chicken: A Sizzling Collection of More Than 140 Fiery Chicken, Turkey and Duck Recipes by Valerie Ferguson

This is the book for lovers of fiery food. With more than 140 tastebud-tingling recipes from around the world, it demonstrates the versatility of spices that can be used to enliven poultry and duck.0 points

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Poultry Recipes Galore, A Step Away From The Ordinary by Lisa Steinbacher

Poultry Recipes Galore, A Step Away From The Ordinary by Lisa Steinbacher

Chicken and turkey are loved for their protein values and low fat content, but hated for how quickly we run out of ideas on how to prepare new and exciting dishes. If youve ever been on a diet, be it for weight loss, to lower your cholesterol, or reduce your fat intake, youve likely encountered the same problem as millions of other people in the world. It seems there are only a certain number of ways you can prepare poultry. With the love to eat hate the lack of new ideas thought in mind, I beca...0 points

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