Delicious ideas for using Thanksgiving leftovers, from soups and salads to mashed potato waffles, breakfast hashes, and coffee cake. Make the most of every last bite of your holiday meal.
I adore the Thanksgiving feast, but I’m just as enthusiastic about the leftovers.
In my family, enjoying leftovers the day after Thanksgiving is a beloved tradition. It’s relaxed and casual: on Friday, whether for lunch or dinner, everyone gathers again to dig into warmed-up portions from the night before. That day has its own charm.
We love leftover turkey, but only for a short while—usually a day or two—so I like to transform our extras into new, exciting meals for the rest of the weekend. Below are my favorite ideas for breakfasts, brunches, lunches, dinners, and even desserts. Think coffee cake, mashed potato waffles, soups, salads, and sandwiches.
And a quick tip: any recipe that calls for shredded chicken can be made with turkey instead—easy and delicious.
