Best 2 After Thanksgiving Casserole Recipes

Thanksgiving is a time of joy and celebration, but it can also be a time of great excess. After all the turkey, stuffing, and pie, you may find yourself with a lot of leftovers. If you're looking for a way to use up all those leftovers, why not make a casserole? Casseroles are a great way to use up leftover turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, and vegetables. They're also easy to make. And best of all, they're delicious!

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

DAY AFTER THANKSGIVING TURKEY CASSEROLE

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If a holiday had a casserole in its honor, this would be for Thanksgiving. This is a wonderful way to use Thanksgiving leftovers. All the comfort of a traditional shepherd's pie with the vibrant flavors of Thanksgiving dinner. Adding thyme to the filling gives it a little punch of flavor. Marsha suggests using leftover sweet...

Provided by Marsha Gardner

Categories Casseroles

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 c turkey, cubed, leftover from Thanksgiving
1 c carrots, diced
1 medium onion, diced
8 oz mushrooms, sliced
1 c celery, diced
2 Tbsp butter, unsalted
1 Tbsp olive oil, extra virgin
1 tsp thyme, dried
leftover mashed potatoes or sweet potatoes from Thanksgiving
kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
3 Tbsp butter, unsalted for dotting top
paprika, sweet mild, to taste

Steps:

1. Saute vegetables in butter and olive oil until tender but not brown.
2. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and thyme.
3. Stir in cooked, cubed turkey.
4. Place in a casserole dish.
5. Top with mashed potatoes. Dot with butter and sprinkle with paprika. If you have leftover sweet potatoes they are great mixed with the mashed potatoes and spread over the top.
6. Bake, uncovered, at 350F for 20-30 minutes until the potatoes are browned and casserole is heated through.

AFTER THANKSGIVING CASSEROLE

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An easy way to use up Thanksgiving leftovers.

Provided by GrammyG

Categories Main Dish Recipes Casserole Recipes Vegetable

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

½ cup butter
1 cup chopped celery
¼ cup minced onion
1 (8 ounce) package bread stuffing cubes
1 cup chicken broth
2 cups turkey gravy
2 cups chopped cooked turkey
1 (15 ounce) can cream-style corn
3 cups mashed potatoes
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Heat butter in an oven-proof skillet over medium heat; cook and stir celery and onion in the hot butter until onion is softened, about 10 minutes. Add bread cubes and chicken broth; stir to combine.
Mix gravy and turkey together in a bowl; spoon over stuffing mixture. Layer corn atop turkey gravy. Spread mashed potatoes over corn layer.
Bake casserole in the preheated oven until heated through, 20 minutes. Sprinkle with Cheddar cheese; return to oven. Bake until cheese is melted, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 609 calories, Carbohydrate 67.4 g, Cholesterol 88.5 mg, Fat 26.1 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 25.4 g, SaturatedFat 13.1 g, Sodium 1753.4 mg, Sugar 7.9 g

Tips for Leftover Turkey Casserole:

Use fresh ingredients. The fresher the ingredients, the better the casserole will taste. If you can, use leftover turkey that was roasted the day before. Avoid using turkey that has been sitting in the fridge for more than 3 days.
Don't overcook the turkey. Overcooked turkey is dry and tough. Cook the turkey until it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Use a variety of vegetables. Vegetables add flavor, texture, and nutrients to the casserole. Use a variety of vegetables, such as carrots, celery, onions, potatoes, and green beans.
Use a flavorful sauce. The sauce is what brings all the flavors of the casserole together. Use a sauce that is flavorful and complements the turkey and vegetables. You can use a gravy made from the turkey drippings, a cream sauce, or a cheese sauce.
Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many different ways to make a leftover turkey casserole. Feel free to experiment with different ingredients and flavors to find a recipe that you love.

Conclusion:

Leftover turkey casserole is a delicious and easy way to use up leftover turkey. It is also a great way to get your family and friends to eat their vegetables. With a little planning and preparation, you can make a leftover turkey casserole that everyone will love. So next time you have leftover turkey, don't let it go to waste. Make a leftover turkey casserole instead!