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Top 17 Turkey Recipes - Delicious Leftovers

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Here are some of the most popular leftover turkey recipes on this site, including turkey sandwiches, casseroles, turkey pot pie, and turkey and rice recipes. Scroll down past the top 10 to see more leftover turkey recipes, along with roasted whole turkey, recipes using turkey cutlets, and more.

1. Savory Turkey Cobbler

Savory Turkey CobblerDiana Rattray
This savory "Gobbler" cobbler is yet another great way to enjoy leftover turkey. Serve this cobbler with cranberry sauce on the side and a tossed green salad or fresh sliced tomatoes, if desired. If you're short on time, top the filling with your favorite homemade or refrigerated biscuits just before baking.

2. Turkey and Mashed Potato Croquettes

Turkey and Mashed Potato CroquettesDiana Rattray
Make these turkey croquettes for a post-holiday meal or make smaller ones and serve as appetizers. Freeze these croquettes before breading, then complete with coating ingredients and instructions after thawing. These are delicious served with leftover or store-bought gravy and cranberry sauce.

3. Turkey, Ham, and Swiss Casserole

Turkey, Ham, and Swiss CasseroleDiana Rattray
Swiss cheese and a little diced ham give this casserole extra flavor. Serve this casserole with sliced fresh tomatoes or a tossed salad for a fabulous family meal. Leftover croissant crumbs make a great topping for this dish.

4. Turkey Pasta Casserole With Asparagus and Cheddar Cheese

Turkey Pasta Casserole RecipeDiana Rattray
I used mini penne pasta in this hearty casserole, but elbow macaroni or small shells would work just as well.

5. Creamy Parmesan Turkey Sauce With Country Ham and Peas

Creamy Parmesan Turkey Sauce With Country HamDiana Rattray
Serve this delicious sauce with pasta or over hot creamy grits. Feel free to add more cheese to this sauce, and smoked ham may be used in place of the country ham.

6. Curried Turkey Salad

Curried Turkey SaladCurried Turkey Salad Image © Diana Rattray
Serve this delicious turkey salad on lettuce leaves or in sliced toasted bread or rolls. This turkey salad contains chopped cooked turkey, curry powder and mayonnaise, dried cranberries or raisins, optional pecans, green onions, and other ingredients and seasonings.

7. Turkey Casserole With Havarti Cheese

Turkey Casserole With Havarti CheeseDiana Rattray
Prepare this turkey dish for brunch, lunch, or dinner. Feel free to use shredded Swiss or a mild Cheddar cheese in this flavorful turkey casserole.

8. Creamy Turkey With Artichokes

Turkey With ArtichokesDiana Rattray
Serve this creamy turkey and vegetables over hot baked puff pastry shells, or serve over toast or split biscuits.

9. Turkey Pot Pie with Cornbread Topping

An easy pot pie, made with cooked diced turkey, frozen peas, milk, cream of mushroom soup, and a cornmeal topping.

10. Turkey Supreme

An easy sauce is combined with sliced turkey breast and cooked rice or noodles. This is easy and delicious. Serve with a little leftover cranberry sauce and green beans for a complete meal.

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