Delicious and Easy Recipes Using Leftover Turkey

Easiest Turkey Pot Pie

This turkey pot pie is incredibly simple to make and is sure to be a hit with the whole family. Unlike traditional pot pies that use a biscuit topping, this recipe uses a pie crust, which many people prefer. If you don't have frozen soup vegetables, regular mixed vegetables work just as well.

Ingredients

• 2 cups chopped cooked turkey
• 1 16-oz package frozen soup vegetables
• 1 12-oz jar turkey gravy
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 refrigerated pie crusts

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the turkey, vegetables, gravy, and water. Set aside.
3. Place one of the pie crusts in a 9-inch pie pan. Add the turkey mixture.
4. Place the remaining pie crust on top. Seal the edges of the pie crusts and cut slits in the top crust to vent.
5. Bake in the oven for 1 hour, or until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbly.

Turkey Hoagies

Whether you call them hoagies, subs, or grinders, these hot sandwiches are perfect for a quick, warm meal that requires minimal effort.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 large onion, sliced
• 1 large green pepper, sliced
• 1 cup chopped cooked turkey
• 1/8 cup Italian salad dressing
• 4 hoagie rolls, split
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese

Instructions

1. Sauté the onions and green pepper in a pan with olive oil until they begin to soften.
2. Add the turkey and Italian salad dressing to the onion and pepper mixture and heat through.
3. Divide the onion, pepper, and turkey mixture between the hoagie rolls and top each with mozzarella cheese.

Interesting Turkey Facts

• According to the National Turkey Federation, approximately 46 million turkeys are consumed on Thanksgiving in the United States each year. Source
• The average American eats about 16 pounds of turkey annually. Source
• Leftover turkey can be safely stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or in the freezer for 2-6 months. Source

Conclusion

This year, give your family an extra reason to be thankful by trying out these new and exciting recipes with your Thanksgiving turkey leftovers. Not only are they easy to make, but they also add a delightful twist to the usual post-Thanksgiving meals. Enjoy!

Sources

• National Turkey Federation
• Agricultural Marketing Resource Center
• FoodSafety.gov