Best 2 Leftover Thanksgiving Casserole Recipes

Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends, and of course, food. But what happens when you have leftovers? Don't despair! With a little creativity, you can turn those leftovers into a delicious casserole that the whole family will love. Whether you have leftover turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, or cranberry sauce, there is a recipe out there that will help you use it all up. So gather your leftovers and get ready to create a Thanksgiving casserole that will be a hit at your next potluck or family gathering.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

THANKSGIVING LEFTOVER CASSEROLE

Thanksgiving Leftover Casserole image

Turkey, mashed potatoes, cheese, a special sauce, and some little extras combine to make a tasty casserole for 'the day after.' Absolutely delicious way to use those tasty Thanksgiving leftovers.

Provided by Sharon Pruitt

Categories Main Dish Recipes Casserole Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk
1 cup water
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon onion powder
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup finely crushed herb-seasoned dry bread stuffing mix
1 cup cooked, diced turkey meat
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
2 cups leftover mashed potatoes

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
Melt 3 tablespoons butter in a saucepan over low heat. Blend in the flour. Slowly stir in evaporated milk and water, then season with salt, pepper, and onion powder. Stir sauce over low heat for 5 minutes.
In a separate saucepan over low heat, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Blend in the dry stuffing mix. Place the turkey in the prepared baking dish. Pour the sauce over turkey, then sprinkle with Cheddar cheese. Spread mashed potatoes over cheese. Top mashed potatoes with the stuffing mixture.
Bake 45 minutes in the preheated oven.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377 calories, Carbohydrate 34.4 g, Cholesterol 66.9 mg, Fat 19.4 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 15.9 g, SaturatedFat 11.3 g, Sodium 837.9 mg, Sugar 7.7 g

LEFTOVER THANKSGIVING CASSEROLE

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This is a very versatile and delicious casserole. Make this anytime you have leftover turkey or chicken..don't have stuffing, use boxed. I like this, because you can use whatever you have on hand.. Enjoy!

Provided by Cassie *

Categories Casseroles

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2 c leftover veggies, corn, green beans, broccoli, whatever you have on hand
3 c chopped turkey, or chicken
1 can(s) cream of chicken, celery, or mushroom soup
1/2 c sour cream
2 c leftover stuffing, or ( 6 ounce) stuffing mix of your choice
1 1/2 c shredded cheese, your choice..i used swiss and cheddar

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degree
2. Spread your turkey or chicken into an ungreased 13×9 baking dish. Cover with the vegetables. Stir together soup, sour cream and all but a 1/2 cup of cheese, and spread mixture over the vegetables. If using leftover stuffing add this as the next layer in your casserole. If using a stuffing mix, stir together the mix and 3/4 hot water and sprinkle this over top of the soup/cream cheese/ cheese mixture. Spread the remaining cheese evenly to the top of casserole and bake for 40 - 45 minutes or until nice and bubbly.

Tips:

Use a variety of Thanksgiving leftovers to create a flavorful and satisfying casserole.
Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients and flavors.
Use a variety of cheeses to add richness and flavor to the casserole.
Top the casserole with breadcrumbs or crushed crackers for a crispy topping.
Bake the casserole until it is bubbly and heated through.
Let the casserole cool slightly before serving.

Conclusion:

Thanksgiving leftovers are a great way to create a delicious and satisfying casserole. With a little creativity, you can easily turn your leftover turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, and vegetables into a casserole that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you have a lot of Thanksgiving leftovers, don't let them go to waste. Instead, use them to make a delicious casserole that you can enjoy all week long.