The holiday dishes have been cleared, but leftovers remain. Who doesn’t love a turkey sandwich? But you can only eat so many. Try our suggestions for five nights of dinners made with your holiday bird leftovers.
Tip: Buy a Big Bird
If you know you’ll want leftovers, plan ahead by choosing a larger turkey.
MONDAY: HASH
Microwave a half pound of halved new potatoes until partially cooked, about 5 minutes. Heat a large skillet over medium heat, then add a tablespoon of olive oil. Add a small diced onion, a diced red pepper, and the potatoes, plus salt and smoked paprika to taste. Cook until onions and peppers are soft, about 8 minutes. Add turkey and a couple large handfuls of baby spinach. Cook until spinach wilts. Serve with poached or fried eggs.
TUESDAY: WALDORF SALAD
Combine chopped romaine lettuce, toasted walnuts, crumbled blue cheese, chopped apple, and chunks of turkey. Toss with a dressing of one part lemon juice, three parts olive oil.
WEDNESDAY: TOSTADAS
Lightly mist corn tortillas with canola oil spray and crisp them in a 400 F oven for 8 minutes. Top each tortilla with a couple of tablespoons of cooked pinto beans (low-salt canned is fine), cooked turkey, and shredded cheese. Return to the oven to heat through. Top with avocado cubes, salsa, and shredded lettuce.
THURSDAY: CURRY
Use a premade curry simmer sauce, or whip one up: Sauté a small chopped onion and a tablespoon each of minced garlic and ginger. Add a heaping tablespoon of curry powder and a bit of salt. Stir in a 15-ounce can of diced tomatoes and a 15-ounce can of light coconut milk. Bring to a simmer, add turkey, and cook until heated through.
FRIDAY: SUPER SIMPLE SOUP
For an incredibly easy lunch, heat a can of low-sodium vegetable soup and add chunks of turkey. Serve with whole wheat crackers and clementines.
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WebMD Magazine – Feature Reviewed by Hansa D. Bhargava, MD on August 19, 2016
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