Don’t let your fridge full of Thanksgiving leftovers go to waste. With a little creativity, you can turn extra turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, and more into exciting new meals that taste anything but reheated.
From cozy casseroles to unexpected mashups (hello, mashed potato cake), these genius leftover recipes will have you looking forward to the day after Thanksgiving just as much as the feast itself. Whether you’re craving comfort food classics or bold new twists, this collection proves that Thanksgiving leftovers are anything but boring.
Crock Pot Turkey Soup
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A warm and hearty way to use up leftover turkey, this slow cooker soup is pure post-holiday comfort in a bowl. It’s an easy set-it-and-forget-it option that’s loaded with wholesome veggies and savory flavor.
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Thanksgiving Panini
This panini layers all your favorite Thanksgiving flavors—turkey, stuffing, and cranberry sauce—between crispy, golden bread. It’s the ultimate melty, toasty way to relive the feast in sandwich form.
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Leftover Thanksgiving Casserole
All the best holiday leftovers in one baking dish. This casserole combines turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, and gravy into a delicious, crowd-pleasing bake that’s perfect for feeding the family again.
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Cranberry Turkey Salad
For a lighter take on your leftover turkey, this cranberry turkey salad is a fresh, protein-packed option that’s great in sandwiches, wraps, or on a bed of greens. It’s quick, flavorful, and totally versatile.
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Turkey Noodle Casserole
Turn leftover turkey into a creamy, comforting noodle casserole that rivals any homemade mac and cheese. It’s an easy weeknight dinner that gives your turkey new life.
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Thanksgiving Leftover Pizza
Pizza night gets a Thanksgiving twist. This recipe uses leftovers like turkey, mashed potatoes, and cranberry sauce on top of pizza crust for a creative and crave-worthy spin.
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Thanksgiving Leftover Turkey Shepard’s Pie
This shepherd’s pie swaps the traditional ground meat for shredded turkey and tops it all with fluffy mashed potatoes. It’s a filling, freezer-friendly dish that reinvents your leftovers.
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Thanksgiving Leftover Turkey Nachos
Who says Thanksgiving can’t be fun and snacky? These turkey nachos are loaded with holiday flavors and melty cheese—perfect for game day or casual nibbling.
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Thanksgiving Egg Rolls
These crispy egg rolls are stuffed with turkey, stuffing, and cranberry sauce for a handheld twist on holiday flavors. Serve them with gravy or cranberry dipping sauce for a fun appetizer or snack.
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Thanksgiving Leftover Goulash
Comfort food at its best, this turkey goulash is a flavorful, one-pot meal that’s budget-friendly and super satisfying. It’s a unique way to enjoy turkey in a whole new format.
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Thanksgiving Leftovers Turkey Crescent Rolls
These buttery crescent rolls are stuffed with turkey and cheese for an easy, kid-friendly way to repurpose leftovers. They’re great as appetizers, snacks, or quick meals.
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Thanksgiving Leftovers Breakfast Casserole
Why wait until lunch to start enjoying your leftovers? This breakfast casserole layers turkey, stuffing, and eggs into a hearty morning bake perfect for brunch.
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Thanksgiving Quesadilla
This recipe gives your leftovers a Tex-Mex makeover with melty cheese and crisp tortillas. It’s a fast, flavorful way to enjoy Thanksgiving all over again—with a kick.
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Mashed Potato Chocolate Cake
Yes, you read that right—leftover mashed potatoes make this chocolate cake ultra moist and tender. It’s a surprisingly delicious dessert you’ll want to make even without leftovers.
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Leftover Thanksgiving Stuffed Shells
These stuffed shells are filled with turkey, stuffing, and a creamy sauce for a totally new way to enjoy holiday flavors. It’s a comforting, crowd-friendly dinner that freezes beautifully.
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