🦃 Friday Five - 5 Recipes to Use Up Thanksgiving Leftovers!


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Every Friday I send out 5 recipes to help you plan your meals. For the month of November, these recipes will be centered around Thanksgiving! Take a look below and see which of these recipes you want to make to celebrate the holiday.

Hi Reader!

Did you have a good Thanksgiving? My family and I did, and I hope you did too.

While the day after Thanksgiving often features still-full stomachs and even fuller refrigerators, today I've got five recipes to help you make the most out of your holiday leftovers (plus a bonus!).

These recipes will help you turn Thanksgiving food into something new and different, so it doesn't feel like you're eating the same thing over and over again. Check them out and see which one you want to make this weekend!

Turkey Enchilada Casserole (GF) - Flip the traditional flavor of Thanksgiving turkey on its head with these turkey enchiladas! Comforting and delicious, this is a great day-after dinner that can feed any family staying over.

Turkey & Rice Soup (GF, DF) - This soup is a great way to use up leftover Thanksgiving turkey. A total comfort food for cold nights, this recipe is full of vegetables, turkey, and rice for a healthy dinner made of holiday leftovers.

Leftover Turkey Chili (GF) - This chili is based off an infamous recipe from Deer Valley Resort, but made gluten free (and just a little bit healthier). Thankfully you don't have to head to the hills of Utah to enjoy this smoky and delicious chili!

Cranberry Orange Muffins (GF) - These muffins are a tasty way to use up leftover cranberry sauce. The tartness of the cranberries combines with the brightness of an orange to make a soft and tasty muffin. Naturally sweetened with maple syrup, these are perfect for breakfast or a light snack.

Mashed Potato Pancakes (GF) - These potato pancakes use leftover mashed potatoes and shredded cheese to make a simple and savory gluten free dish. Made with cassava flour, they're great for snacking or as a side dish.

BONUS! 30+ Leftover Turkey Recipes
If you've got lots of turkey left, then check out this roundup to help you get the most out of your bird. .

If any of these recipes are helpful for you this Thanksgiving, please be sure and leave your comments with a positive review on the website!

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And stay tuned for emails in December to help you celebrate the holidays!

Happy cooking!
Taryn

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