Best 2 Thanksgiving Leftover Casserole Recipes

Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends, and delicious food. But what to do with all those leftovers? This article provides three tasty recipes for leftover turkey casserole, stuffing casserole, and cranberry orange relish.

The turkey casserole is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and can be tailored to your liking. The stuffing casserole is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. And the cranberry orange relish is a sweet and tangy condiment that can be used on turkey, chicken, or pork.

All three of these recipes are easy to follow and can be made with ingredients that you probably already have on hand. So if you're looking for a way to use up your Thanksgiving leftovers, give these recipes a try!

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:

Choose the right leftovers: Not all Thanksgiving leftovers are created equal. Some, like turkey and mashed potatoes, hold up well in a casserole. Others, like green bean casserole and cranberry sauce, are better served as they are.
Don't be afraid to mix and match: There are no hard and fast rules when it comes to Thanksgiving leftover casseroles. Feel free to mix and match your favorite ingredients to create a dish that's unique and delicious.
Use up your leftovers quickly: Thanksgiving leftovers are best enjoyed within 3-4 days. After that, they start to lose their flavor and texture.
Make ahead and freeze: Thanksgiving leftover casseroles are a great make-ahead meal. Simply assemble the casserole and freeze it for up to 3 months. When you're ready to serve, thaw the casserole overnight in the refrigerator and then bake it according to the recipe instructions.
Garnish with fresh herbs: Just before serving, garnish your Thanksgiving leftover casserole with fresh herbs like parsley, thyme, or rosemary. This will add a pop of color and flavor to the dish.

Conclusion:

Thanksgiving leftover casseroles are a delicious and easy way to use up your holiday leftovers. With a little creativity, you can create a dish that's both satisfying and delicious. So next time you're looking for a way to use up your Thanksgiving leftovers, give one of these casseroles a try. You won't be disappointed.