Best 2 Leftover Thanksgiving Casserole Recipes

Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends, and delicious food. But what do you do with all the leftovers? One great option is to make a leftover Thanksgiving casserole. This dish is a great way to use up all of your leftover turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, and vegetables. It's also a delicious and easy meal to make.

There are many different ways to make a leftover Thanksgiving casserole. Some popular recipes include:

* **Turkey and Stuffing Casserole:** This classic casserole is made with leftover turkey, stuffing, gravy, and vegetables. It's a hearty and satisfying meal that's perfect for a cold winter day.
* **Mashed Potato Casserole:** This casserole is made with leftover mashed potatoes, cheese, and vegetables. It's a creamy and comforting dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal.
* **Vegetable Casserole:** This casserole is made with leftover vegetables, cheese, and sauce. It's a healthy and delicious way to use up all of your leftover vegetables.
* **Corn Casserole:** This casserole is made with leftover corn, cheese, and eggs. It's a sweet and savory dish that's perfect for a side dish or a main course.
* **Sweet Potato Casserole:** This casserole is made with leftover sweet potatoes, butter, sugar, and spices. It's a classic Thanksgiving dish that's always a hit.

No matter which recipe you choose, you're sure to enjoy a delicious and easy meal with your leftover Thanksgiving food. So next time you're wondering what to do with your leftovers, consider making a leftover Thanksgiving casserole.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

THANKSGIVING LEFTOVER CASSEROLE

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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 casserole. Turkey, ham, stuffing, mashed potatoes, and green beans are all great options.
Don't be afraid to get creative with your ingredients. If you have any leftover cranberry sauce, add it to the casserole for a tart and tangy flavor. Or, if you have any leftover gravy, use it to make a creamy sauce for the casserole.
Make sure to season the casserole well. Salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder are all good options. You can also add some fresh herbs, such as thyme or rosemary, for extra flavor.
Bake the casserole until it is heated through and bubbly. This usually takes about 30 minutes.
Serve the casserole hot, with your favorite sides. Mashed potatoes, green beans, and cranberry sauce are all great options.

Conclusion:

A leftover Thanksgiving casserole is a great way to use up all of your holiday leftovers. It's a delicious and easy-to-make dish that the whole family will love. So next time you have a lot of Thanksgiving leftovers, don't let them go to waste. Make a casserole instead!