Best 2 Leftover Turkey Turnovers Recipes

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If you're looking for a delicious and easy way to use up your leftover turkey, look no further than these flaky turnovers. Made with a simple dough and filled with a savory mixture of turkey, vegetables, and gravy, these turnovers are perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. You can also make them ahead of time and freeze them for later. In this article, you'll find three different recipes for turkey turnovers, so you can choose the one that best suits your taste. The first recipe is for a classic turkey turnover, made with a traditional pastry dough. The second recipe uses a puff pastry dough for a lighter and flakier turnover. And the third recipe is for a gluten-free turkey turnover, made with a almond flour and tapioca flour dough. All three recipes are easy to follow and can be made in under an hour. So whether you're a fan of classic comfort food or looking for a healthier option, you're sure to find a turkey turnover recipe in this article that you'll love.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

TURKEY TURNOVERS



Turkey Turnovers image

These turnovers are tasty and tempting to look at, and they can be served with or without gravy. They're a great way to prepare turkey leftovers so they don't seem like leftovers. My family likes them all year round!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 12 turnovers.

Number Of Ingredients 16

FILLING:
1 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 to 2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/4 cup whole milk
4 cups cubed cooked turkey
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
DOUGH:
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups cold butter
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
2 cups sour cream

Steps:

  • In large skillet, saute the celery and onion in butter until tender. Blend in the flour, salt and pepper. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add turkey and parsley. Set aside. , In large bowl, combine flour and salt; cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the cheese. Add sour cream, mixing until dough forms a ball. Divide dough in half. Roll out half of dough into 18x12-in. rectangle. Cut into six 6-in. squares. Repeat with second half of dough. , Place 1/3 cup turkey filling on each square. Fold diagonally to form a triangle; seal edges by pressing down the fork tines. Cut slits in top of turnovers. Place on baking sheet. , Bake at 450° for 10 minutes; reduce heat to 400°. Bake 5-8 minutes longer until the crust is golden brown.

Nutrition Facts :

LEFTOVER TURKEY TURNOVERS WITH A CRANBERRY DIP



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Easy ... A few fresh ingredients, some canned (Pillsbury type) crescent rolls, spreadable cream cheese and leftover cranberry sauce. This is a great little sandwich. Serve with some butternut, sweet potato, or even a potato soup for a great quick easy week night dinner. This is a great way to use up, the cranberry sauce, turkey and makes a nice light dinner.

Provided by SarasotaCook

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 8 Turnovers, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 cups whole cranberry sauce
1 pear, peeled and diced fine
1 small shallot, diced fine
1/4 cup apple cider (you could use apple juice)
1/2 teaspoon allspice
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
2 (8 ounce) cans Pillsbury Refrigerated Crescent Dinner Rolls
2 cups fine diced turkey
2 scallions, fine chopped (whites and greens)
1 shallot, diced fine
1 (4 ounce) container spreadable herb cheese spread
1/4 cup pecans, fine chopped (one of those small pre-chopped bags)
1/2 teaspoon butter
1 egg, beaten

Steps:

  • Sauce -- Mix everything; cranberry, pear, shallot, seasoning and cider in a small sauce pan and just simmer on low. Will take around 20 minutes for the pear to soften. Just stir now and then, nothing more. Just let it hang out on low heat. This is your dip.
  • Turkey -- In a small saute pan, add the butter and bring to medium high heat. Add the shallot and cook 1 minute, then add the scallions, nuts and turkey and cook another 2 minutes until heated through. Remove and let cool slightly before you fill your turnovers.
  • Turnovers -- You can use a baking sheet sprayed with non-stick spray, but I prefer to use parchment paper for no clean up. Heat the oven to 375.
  • Crescent Rolls -- Roll out both cans of crescent rolls on the parchment paper or on the baking sheet. I like to use my rolling pin and roll, just until the seams are pressed together and it resembles one large sheet. You will have two flat sheets. Cut each sheet with a pizza cutter or a knife; the top left corner to the bottom right corner corner and vice versa to make 4 large triangles per sheet. Two (2) cans will give you 8 triangles.
  • Filling -- Spread the Boursin or herbed cheese on each triangle in the center and then place a couple of tablespoons of the turkey mix on top of that and bring the corners up to the center and press together. I just crimp together in the middle and sort of make like a small package. No exact method.
  • Brush with the beaten egg and cook 15-18 minutes on the baking sheet until golden brown.
  • Serve -- Once golden brown, just serve with the warm cranberry sauce for dipping and a nice bowl of soup for an easy midweek dinner. ENJOY!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 346.9, Fat 10.1, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 63.5, Sodium 570.5, Carbohydrate 56, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 24.4, Protein 9.2

Tips:

  • Use a variety of vegetables. This will add flavor and texture to your turnovers. Some good options include carrots, celery, onions, leeks, and mushrooms.
  • Cook the vegetables until they are soft. This will help them to release their flavor and make them easier to eat.
  • Use a generous amount of gravy. This will help to bind the ingredients together and make the turnovers more flavorful.
  • Season the turnovers to taste. You may want to add some salt, pepper, garlic powder, or onion powder.
  • Bake the turnovers until they are golden brown. This will help to ensure that they are cooked through.

Conclusion:

Leftover turkey turnovers are a delicious and easy way to use up leftover turkey. They can be made with a variety of vegetables and seasonings, and they are perfect for a quick and easy meal. Whether you are looking for a hearty breakfast, a light lunch, or a satisfying dinner, leftover turkey turnovers are a great option.

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