Don't let your Thanksgiving leftovers go to waste! Check out these simple and tasty recipes to use up your leftover turkey, cranberry sauce, sweet potatoes and more.
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From leftover turkey soup to cranberry salad dressing and butternut squash frittata to pumpkin spice smoothies, these ideas make it simple to use what you have in the fridge and turn your Thanksgiving leftovers into easy meals you'll actually look forward to.
Thanksgiving Leftover Recipes
These recipes come together quickly and make good use of leftovers and extra ingredients. Whether you want a warm bowl of soup, an easy lunch, hearty dinner or a quick breakfast.
1
Easy Leftover Turkey Soup
This easy turkey soup is a simple way to use up leftover turkey. Everything goes into the pot with onion, carrots, celery, and herbs, and it all simmers into a warm, comforting soup. It's ready fast and perfect for lunch or a quick, no-stress dinner.
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2
Turkey Salad with Cranberries and Pecans
This turkey cranberry salad comes together fast with leftover turkey and a few fresh veggies and pantry ingredients. The cranberries add a little tartness, the pecans bring some crunch, and the lemon-mayo dressing ties everything together. It's easy to mix up and a great upgrade for turkey sandwiches.
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3
Cranberry Salad Dressing
This cranberry vinaigrette blends leftover cranberry sauce into a smooth, sweet-tart dressing that works on salads, vegetables, or turkey. It's a quick shortcut that adds flavor to meals throughout the week.
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4
Cranberry Orange Muffins
These muffins use leftover cranberries for bright bursts of tart flavor, and the orange adds a fresh, citrusy note. They come together quickly and bake up soft and flavorful. Great for breakfasts or snacks throughout the holidays.
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5
Sweet Potato Salad
This cold sweet potato salad uses leftover roasted sweet potatoes for natural sweetness. The chipotle lime dressing adds a little kick, and everything tosses together easily. It's a great side and an easy way to repurpose what's already in the refrigerator.
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6
Slow Cooker Pumpkin Chicken Chili
This slow cooker chili dump recipe is a great recipe to use leftover canned pumpkin. The pumpkin gives it a thick, hearty texture while salsa and frozen peppers and onions add easy flavor. Everything goes straight into the slow cooker, making it a low-effort main dish for busy weeknights.
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7
Pumpkin Pie Smoothie
This smoothie uses leftover pumpkin to make a creamy drink with warm spices and simple ingredients. It blends quickly with coconut milk and pumpkin spice and tastes like pumpkin pie in a glass.
8
Sweet Potato Soup
This smooth, comforting soup is a great way to use leftover cooked sweet potatoes. Coconut milk gives it a silky texture, and the flavors come together quickly on the stove. It's simple to make and a nice warm bowl for the weekend.
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9
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins
These muffins are a tasty way to use leftover pumpkin puree. They're soft and lightly spiced, with chocolate chips throughout. The batter mixes quickly, and the muffins keep well for breakfasts or snacks during the long weekend.
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10
Sausage and Butternut Squash Frittata
This quick frittata uses leftover cooked butternut squash for a simple meal you can make any time of day. It uses eggs, sausage, veggies and herbs, and everything bakes together in one pan. It's an easy option when you want something fast and filling.
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11
Roasted Butternut Squash Soup
This soup is a fast way to turn leftover roasted butternut squash, onions and stock into a smooth, warm bowl. A short simmer brings the flavors together after blending. Herbs and smoky spices change up the flavor for something a little different.
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12
Cranberry Applesauce Muffins
These muffins use leftover cranberries and applesauce to create a soft, lightly sweet texture. They're simple to stir together and bake quickly, making them an easy breakfast or snack. A nice option when you have cranberries to use up.
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13
Turkey, Avocado & Raspberry Salad with Walnut Vinaigrette
This fresh salad is a great way to use leftover roast turkey. The avocado adds creaminess, the raspberries give it a sweet-tart bite, and the walnut vinaigrette brings everything together. It only takes a few minutes to assemble and feels light after a heavy holiday meal.
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14
Chocolate Cranberry Muffins
These chocolate cranberry muffins are a fun way to use leftover berries. The cranberries add tart pops to the rich chocolate base, and the batter mixes quickly. They bake into soft muffins that work for brunch or dessert.
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15
Slow Cooker Turkey Broth
Use your leftover turkey carcass to make a rich, flavorful broth with this easy homemade crock pot stock recipe. Just swap the chicken bones for the turkey bones, and you'll have a versatile stock ready for soups or any recipe that calls for it.
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Use these simple recipes as inspiration to turn Thanksgiving dinner leftovers into fresh meals you can make all weekend long.
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