7 Ways With Leftover Turkey

Updated November 19, 2007
Charles E. Walton IV

The day after Thanksgiving just got tastier. Reinvent leftover turkey in these casseroles, quesadillas, pizzas, and more.

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Second-Day Delicious

Credit: Randy Mayor; Cooking Light

While the day-of buffet is delicious, the leftovers from Thanksgiving are the real stars of the holiday weekend. Go beyond simple sandwiches and serve the juicy meat in soups, pizzas, quesadillas, and casseroles. These leftovers will be so delicious, you may find yourself buying an extra-large bird next year.

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Fiesta Turkey Soup With Green Chile Biscuits

Fiesta Turkey Soup With Green Chile Biscuits Recipe

Give your taste buds a wake-up call by switching from sweet and savory holiday dishes to this zesty turkey soup. If you don't believe us, check out the 5-star reviews on the recipe page.

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Vietnamese-style Turkey Subs

Credit: Annabelle Breakey

Vietnamese-style Turkey Subs Recipe

This hearty sandwich is a great way to use leftover dark meat, which stands up well to the strongly-flavored dressing, made from rice vinegar, green onions, lime juice, and zesty spices.

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Turkey Alfredo Pizza

Credit: Jim Bathie; Lydia DeGaris-Pursell

Turkey Alfredo Pizza Recipe

Collard greens and leftover turkey meld beautifully with store-bought Alfredo sauce and nutty fontina cheese, resulting in an easy yet inventive meal.

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Jack Quesadillas with Cranberry Salsa

Credit: Randy Mayor; Jan Gautro

Jack Quesadillas with Cranberry Salsa Recipe

Leftover cranberry sauce transforms into a spicy salsa for these turkey quesadillas.

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Shredded Five-Spice Turkey with Herb and Noodle Salad

Shredded Five-Spice Turkey with Herb and Noodle Salad Recipe

Take your traditional turkey salad to extraordinary heights. This sweet-and-spicy salad is quick, tasty, and light (but you'd never know it).

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Turkey Tetrazzini

Turkey Tetrazzini Recipe

Indulge in a creamy casserole packed with fresh and frozen veggies, chopped turkey, and thin spaghetti. The recipe calls for store-bought Alfredo sauce, cutting preparation time down almost nothing.

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Open-Faced Turkey Croissant with Pan-Fried Oysters

Credit: Charles E. Walton IV

Open-Faced Turkey Croissant with Pan-Fried Oysters Recipe

Make an impressive, yet quick, main dish for the day-after holiday brunch. Oysters peak this time of year and add a zesty, pan-fried crunch to the leftover white and dark meat. Simmered in dry sherry and whipping cream, this top-notch turkey sandwich is guaranteed to please.

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