17 Easy Dishes Built Entirely From Thanksgiving Leftovers.

Somehow the fridge always ends up packed after the big feast, and it’s kind of fun figuring out what can be built from all those Thanksgiving extras. I’ve been playing around with turning leftovers into dishes that feel entirely new without much effort. It’s honestly wild how easy it is to whip up something comforting when everything is already prepped. Grab whatever’s still hanging around and let the flavors guide you.

Soft Dinner Rolls From Leftover Potatoes

 

Turn extra Thanksgiving mashed potatoes into soft, fluffy rolls that make your leftovers feel brand new.
Get the Recipe: Leftover Mashed Potato Rolls

Cheesy Ham & Potato Bake From Holiday Leftovers

Use up leftover ham and potatoes in this creamy bake that feels comforting without relying on canned soups.
Get the Recipe: Baked Ham Cheese & Potato Casserole (No Canned Soup)

Easy Shepherd’s Pie With Thanksgiving Sides

Give your leftover veggies and mashed potatoes a second life in this cozy, layered shepherd’s pie.
Get the Recipe: Classic Shepherd’s Pie Recipe With Ground Beef

Holiday Ham Sliders With a Leftovers Twist

Leftover ham becomes irresistible when baked into melty, buttery sliders perfect for day-after snacking.
Get the Recipe: Ham And Cheese Sliders On Hawaiian Rolls With Aioli

Mini French Bites Made From Turkey Extras

Transform leftover turkey or ham into elegant bite-sized croque-monsieurs that feel holiday-worthy again.
Get the Recipe: Mini Croque-Monsieur A French Appetizer

Turkey Hot Browns Made From Thanksgiving Leftovers

Give leftover turkey a bold comeback with toasted bread, rich cheese sauce, and crispy bacon layered on top.
Get the Recipe: Kentucky Hot Browns With Turkey Hot Brown

Leftover Turkey Cordon Bleu Casserole

Leftover turkey and ham become a creamy, cheesy casserole that tastes completely fresh and indulgent.
Get the Recipe: Layered Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole

Pecan-Topped Turkey Casserole From Extras

Leftover turkey gets a nutty crunch in this creamy pecan-topped casserole that comes together effortlessly.
Get the Recipe: Pecan Chicken Casserole With A Cheesy Crumble

Southwest Turkey & Rice Made From Leftovers

Turn leftover turkey into a zesty one-pot dinner with rice, cheese, and bold Southwestern flavors.
Get the Recipe: One Pot Southwest Chicken And Rice Casserole

Thanksgiving Egg Melts on English Muffins

Use leftover eggs or turkey to build warm, cheesy muffin melts perfect for an easy holiday-week breakfast.
Get the Recipe: English Muffin Breakfast Sandwich

Creamy Turkey Bake With Ritz Cracker Topping

Leftover turkey becomes irresistible when baked in a rich, creamy sauce under a buttery cracker crust.
Get the Recipe: Million Dollar Chicken Casserole With Cream Cheese

Zesty Turkey Soup From Thanksgiving Leftovers

Brighten leftover turkey with coriander and citrusy flavor in a soup that tastes nothing like day-old food.
Get the Recipe: Zesty Chicken Soup With Coriander

Creamy Turkey Tetrazzini From Leftovers

Leftover turkey, mushrooms, and pasta come together in a creamy baked dish that tastes even better the next day.
Get the Recipe: Creamy Chicken Tetrazzini Recipe With Rotisserie Chicken

Scalloped Potatoes With Leftover Holiday Ham

Leftover ham adds savory richness to creamy scalloped potatoes for a hearty next-day dish everyone loves.
Get the Recipe: Old Fashioned Scalloped Potatoes And Ham

Leftover Turkey Chili With Cozy Flavor

Turn leftover turkey into a slow-simmered chili that’s hearty, flavorful, and easy to prep after the holiday rush.
Get the Recipe: Savory Ground Turkey Chili Recipe

Moroccan Turkey Meatball Pitas With Hummus

Easy, make-ahead Pita Bread Sandwiches Recipe have Moroccan-spiced Turkey Meatballs, Hummus and lemon yogurt sauce. Delicious!
Get the Recipe: Moroccan Turkey Meatball Pitas With Hummus

Healthy Turkey Tacos

Turkey tacos: Skip the taco packet for your next Taco Tuesday and make these healthy turkey tacos. A healthy and filling dinner will be on the table in under 25 minutes!
Get the Recipe: Healthy Turkey Tacos