It happens in an instant. One minute you’re knee-deep in planning, preparing and cooking. You’re standing in the kitchen flushed and fussing over last-minute details. And then, whoosh, in a flash the table’s cleared, the guests are gone and all that remains is a big ol’ pile of turkey.
No idea how to deal with the leftovers? No problem. I’ll share a recipe for my favourite leftover turkey sandwich, The Après-Thanksgiving Club. Plus, our top 6 Canadian Living Tested ‘TIl Perfect recipes for fresh and exciting ways to use turkey through the week.
The Après Thanksgiving Club Sandwich…yum!
The Après-Thanksgiving Club Sandwich is an enjoyed annually at my house. I suggest making this on the second or third day after the big feast, just as you begin experiencing holiday meal nostalgia. Here’s how to make one:
•Lightly toast and butter two slices of your choice of bread.
•Spread the slices with mayonnaise.
•Fry 2 pieces of bacon until crisp, drain on paper towel-lined plate.
•Top one piece of the toast with sliced leftover turkey, leftover stuffing (if you’ve got it), bacon, lettuce and cranberry sauce (home-made is best).
•Sandwich with the other piece of toast and tuck in.
For more inspired leftover turkey meals, check out these great recipes:
•Turkey Potato Patties - This recipe uses both leftover turkey and mashed potatoes. Serve with leftover gravy and you’re set!
•Cobb-Style Turkey Salad – Dig into this dinner salad for a fresh twist on leftover turkey that tastes nothing like the feast a few nights ago.
•Turkey Noodle Soup with Shiitake Mushrooms – Udon noodles and shiitake mushrooms give leftover turkey an Asian twist in this quick and easy soup.
•Turkey Pot Pie - This classic recipe is an excellent, and delicious, way to use up leftover turkey.
•Creamy Turkey Chowder – A rich, hearty soup is definitely welcome at this time of year.
•Homemade Turkey Stock – Put the bones to good use with this stock recipe. For easy convenience, use the slow cooker recipe option.
Tell us, what’s your favourite way to use up Thanksgiving turkey leftovers?
