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These Thanksgiving Leftover Recipes Will Help You Clear Your Fridge

These Thanksgiving leftover recipes will help you clear your fridge and rediscover the deliciousness of your holiday feast. From turkey BLTs to pumpkin chili, enjoy creative meals that make the most of your leftovers. Don’t let good food go to waste—get inspired with these tasty ideas!
1Leftover Turkey BLT
thanksgiving leftover recipes leftover turkey bltDavid Malosh

If a turkey sandwich is a must-have for you after Thanksgiving, try this recipe for a turkey BLT! They’re piled high with turkey, candied bacon, and cranberry mayo.

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2 Mashed Potato Pancakes
mashed potato pancakesDanielle Daly

After savoring those fluffy mashed potatoes, consider transforming them into a delightful crispy, crunchy treat. They’re ideal for pairing with sour cream for dipping!

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3 Leftover Turkey Shepherd’s Pie

leftover turkey shepherds pieDanielle Daly

Nothing beats the comfort of this leftover shepherd’s pie. It’s made with leftover mashed potatoes on top and loaded with leftover turkey in the filling.

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4 Pumpkin Mac and Cheese
thanksgiving leftover recipes pumpkin mac cheeseCaitlin Bensel

If you’ve stocked up on extra cans of pumpkin puree, fear not. This recipe for creamy mac and cheese makes for a perfect weeknight meal.

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5 Potato Rolls

potato rollsDanielle Daly

Made from mashed potatoes, these homemade dinner rolls are delightfully light, airy, and delicious especially when served with a generous pat of butter.

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6 Turkey Stock
thanksgiving leftover recipes turkey stockStacy Allen

Don’t discard those leftover turkey bones! Break down the bird into smaller pieces and use them to create homemade stock. It can be stored in the freezer for up to six months!

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7 Pot Pie with Cheddar Crust

pot pie with cheddar crustDavid Malosh

Replace shredded chicken with turkey in this comforting leftover dish. This delightful twist on chicken pot pie features a savory cheddar crust.

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8 Pumpkin Spice Latte Overnight Oats
thanksgiving leftover recipes pumpkin spice latte overnight oatsDanielle Daly

This recipe ensures you won’t waste even a small amount of extra pumpkin puree. Plus, you can prepare it ahead and keep it in the fridge for a leisurely weekend breakfast!

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9 Ham and Cheese Sliders

thanksgiving leftover recipes ham and cheese slidersWill Dickey

Whether you’ve opted for ham or turkey, these sliders are the ideal bite-sized treat after a hearty meal. Simply layer slices of ham or turkey with cheese, mayo, honey, and pickled jalapeños for an added kick.

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10 Thanksgiving Leftover Casserole
thanksgiving leftover recipes thanksgiving leftover casseroleDana Gallagher

11 Pumpkin Risotto

thanksgiving leftover recipes pumpkin risottoCaitlin Bensel

Turn leftover pumpkin puree into a sophisticated dinner with this autumn-inspired pumpkin risotto. Top it off with salted pepitas, or pumpkin seeds, for an extra touch of flavor and crunch!

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12 Taquitos
thanksgiving leftover recipes taquitosWill Dickey

Substitute shredded chicken with turkey to create an effortless snack that also helps use up leftovers! They make for the perfect football-viewing snack during the long holiday weekend.

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13 Ham Casserole

thanksgiving leftover recipes ham casseroleCaitlin Bensel

If ham was on your menu this year, consider using the extras to make this comforting ham casserole. It’s great for making in advance and stashing in the freezer until the time is right.

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14 Pretzel Turtles
thanksgiving leftover recipes pretzel turtlesCaitlin Bensel

You’ll likely use up a lot of pecans making homemade pecan pie, but if you have a few extras, this easy candy recipe is a breeze to make. You can even get the kids to help as a fun fall activity.

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15 Cranberry Scones

thanksgiving leftover recipes cranberry sconesCaitlin Bensel

Not only can you use extra cranberries for these scrumptious scones, but adding extra chopped fresh rosemary from your holiday dinner will give the scones a nice herbal flavor.

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16 Pumpkin Pie Martini
thanksgiving leftover recipes pumpkin pie martiniWill Dickey

After hosting guests for the holidays, this martini will come in handy! It uses up extra pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice to pair with rum and vanilla vodka.

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17 Butternut Squash Lasagna

thanksgiving leftover recipes butternut squash lasagnaCaitlin Bensel

If you spent all that time chopping butternut squash for your Thanksgiving sides, you won’t want any extras to go to waste! So use the roasted squash to make a creamy sauce for this comforting fall lasagna.

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18 Pumpkin Chili
pumpkin chili in red potWill Dickey

Whether you made your own pumpkin puree or you simply bought one too many cans for your Thanksgiving pies, you won’t want to let the leftovers go to waste. Instead, use the creamy, rich pumpkin as the base for this hearty weeknight chili.

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19 Breakfast Casserole

breakfast casserole with ham and peppersRalph Smith

If ham was on your menu this holiday, consider dicing up the extra meat for this cozy breakfast casserole. It’s great for when you have overnight guests.

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20 Cornbread Salad
thanksgiving leftover recipes cornbread saladCaitlin Bensel

Cut your cornbread into cubes for this over-the-top salad. It’s got layers of the holiday bread, along with beans, corn, tomatoes, and a creamy salad dressing.

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